Description:
EPA fines USM for chemical dumping in New Bedford harbor. United Shoe Machinery.
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
12/30/1986
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Description:
Michael Dukakis hedges on South Bay incinerator site, undergoing environmental impact review. (Perceived as political trade with Senate president Bulger for his support of health care for all bill.)
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
10/27/1987
Description:
Development around Wachusett Reservoir threatens to pollute water supply. Route I-190. Land use bill to limit heavy industry in area. West Boylston sign.
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
03/29/1988
Description:
Newton composts organic waste such as leaves. Mass Fair Share endorses alternatives to landfill & incineration for trash disposal. Garbage. Newton mayor Theodore Mann.
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
09/04/1987
Description:
New sewage treatment plants for Deer Island and Nut Island to aid harbor cleanup will cause water and sewer rates to soar. Washing hands in sink. Paul Levy.
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
11/16/1987
Description:
Water saving kits are distributed in Milton. Man installs conservation devices in toilet tank and shower head, and aerator in faucet. Paul Levy of MWRA.
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
08/15/1988
Description:
John DeVillars announces water use restrictions in communities depending on Quabbin Reservoir. Gushing hydrant, outdoor fountain, watering garden. Paul Levy, Daniel Greenbaum. Drought, conservation.
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
05/09/1989
Description:
Eastern Massachusetts demand is too much for the water supply from the Quabbin Reservoir. Conservation measures are being taken, mainly in stopping leaks from the pipes used to transport the water. The Water Resources Authority is seeking an alternative supply for Boston area water, which may include the Sudbury river. Environmentalist argue against the idea. Massachusetts Environmental Affairs Secretary James Hoyte says they're keeping the option open. Additional story on the Merrimack River, it's possible use as an alternative water supply, and the debate over that decision.
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
11/12/1986
Description:
Paul Levy of MWRA explains wasteful water usage is draining Quabbin Reservoir; urges conservation to safeguard harbor cleanup effort. Leaking pipes, toilet bowl draining after flush, drinking from fountain.
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
08/09/1988
Description:
William Weld announces cabinet appointments: Gloria Larson as secretary of environmental affairs, Franklin Ollivierre as secretary of elder affairs; also David Place as head of judicial nominating council.
Collection:
Ten O'Clock News
Date Created:
12/19/1990
