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New York CityHudson River Quality Varies GreatlySubmitted by Dan Hendrick on Thu, 2008-07-24 16:59.
The quality and safety of Hudson River water varies significantly from city to city, and often from spot to spot, according to new research. NYLCV President: Washington Must Step Up Transit Aid NYLCV President Marcia Bystryn joins elected officials, labor leaders and environmentalists in calling for federal assistance.This summer, politicians have talked about a 'gas tax holiday' to help working and middle-class Americans afford to drive. How about a little help for mass transit commuters, too? NYLCV is calling on Congress to provide immediate funding for mass transit expansion and immediate fuel subsidies for public transit.Read More >
Event Date: 08/10/2008
10:00am - 10:00am Join NYLCV and Transportation Alternatives at our "Sunnyside of the Block Party!" Learn how to ride a bike, get active in your community, learn about environmental issues, have your face painted, dance, eat, jump rope, or just relax in the shade with the Sunday paper. Sunnyside of the Block Party All ages are welcome. This event is a Other Filed Under: New York City Environmental Tempest In A Tea CupSubmitted by Ben Van Buren on Thu, 2008-07-17 12:43.
New York City Assemblyman Brian Kavanagh, along with state Sens. New Coalition Forms To Advocate For LIRR Third TrackSubmitted by Dan Hendrick on Thu, 2008-07-17 11:05.
A coalition of transportation, business, labor, environmental, planning, health and civic groups -- including the New York League of Conservation Voters -- gathered at MTA Headquarters Wednesday to urge the state to fund public transportation projects that would benefit Long Island residents and transit riders. Vertical Farming Has Cities Looking Towards the SkiesSubmitted by Rachael Blair on Tue, 2008-07-15 15:07.
NY Lawmakers Want Newtown Creek Declared a Superfund SiteSubmitted by Rachael Blair on Mon, 2008-07-14 14:25.
 A Superfund designation would mean $15 million in federal funds to clean up Newtown CreekOn Sunday, New York lawmakers asked the federal government to declare Newtown Creek a Superfund site, reports the
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Filed Under: Water, Public Health, Land Use, Funding, Enforcement,New York City | Read More >
Oppsition To Water Purification Plant On Hudson GrowsSubmitted by Michael Sosin on Mon, 2008-07-14 13:54.
Could Rockland County residents one day get their water from the lower Hudson river? United Water New York has proposed a plan to build a water purification plant on the Hudson and use purified water from the river to provide drinking water for the residents of Rockland county.
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Filed Under: Water, Public Health,Westchester, New York City, Hudson Valley | Read More >
Energy Prices Across The State Skyrocket: Prepare For A Harsh WinterSubmitted by Michael Sosin on Mon, 2008-07-14 11:54.
New York residents will feel the price of their home energy and heating bills more then than ever this winter. As gas prices at the pump reach record highs, home heating oil is experiencing a rise in price per gallon.
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Filed Under: Energy, Funding,New York City, Long Island, Statewide, Nassau, Suffolk | Read More >
Mayor Bloomberg Unveils Comprehensive Energy Conservation PlanSubmitted by Liana Grey on Thu, 2008-07-10 15:31.
Mayor Bloomberg announced a long-term plan on July 7th for meeting greenhouse gas reduction goals laid out in PlaNYC, according to |
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