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The Charles River. Due to a dangerous cyanobacteria algae bloom downstream of the Longfellow Bridge, the Boston Public Health Commission issued a public health advisory to keep residents from engaging in recreational aquatic activities in the affected areas of the Charles River. ZACH SCHWARTZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Boston Public Health Commission warns of cyanobacterial algae blooms in Charles River

Tavishi Chattopadhyay September 25, 2024
The Boston Public Health Commission warned residents on Friday about the presence of cyanobacterial algae blooms in the Charles River, downstream of the Longfellow Bridge, following a public health advisory issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
Urban green spaces

Green infrastructure plan introduced to combat climate change

Xiaoya Shao October 26, 2022
Mayor Wu announced a new green infrastructure policy, implementing greenery in curb extensions to allow water to seep through the ground.
Geese on the Charles River

Charles River Watershed Association receives $894,000 to combat river flooding

Bailey Scott September 28, 2022
The Charles River Watershed Association received $894,000 to further protect the Charles River from rising sea levels.
earth day

How to celebrate Earth Day around Boston

Daily Free Press Staff April 22, 2022
Celebrate Earth Day on Friday and throughout the weekend with these different events in the city.
Massachussets Turnpike

Plans for I-90 megaproject near West Campus moving forward

Taylor Brokesh October 6, 2021
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation will move forward with grounding Interstate 90.
Charles River Conservancy expands on its ongoing project to create a swim park at North Point Park, allowing tourists to swim in the Charles River. PHOTO BY MEGHANA PATNANA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Charles River Conservancy plans to build swim park in the Charles

Miranda Suarez March 29, 2017

The Charles River Conservancy, a nonprofit that maintains and develops the parkland around the Charles River, has plans to design and open a swimming area at North Point Park and Splash Pad, according...

Local organizations show appreciation for EPA workers

Local organizations show appreciation for EPA workers

Jordan Kimmel February 16, 2017

Local environmental organizations rallied Tuesday morning at the Environmental Protection Agency’s New England office to demonstrate appreciation for EPA workers, highlighting the agency’s work...

Environmental officials have warned residents to be cautious of their contact with the Charles River after an outbreak of a potentially harmful bacteria was discovered in some parts. PHOTO BY ERIN BILLINGS/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Scientists find bacteria in Charles River, warn against contact with water

Anush Swaminathan September 13, 2016

Cyanobacteria, a photosynthetic bacteria that can release toxins while in bloom, has been found along the lower Charles River by the Charles River Watershed Association, according to CRWA Aquatic Scientist...

In March, the Environmental Protection Agency will issue a stormwater general permit aimed at lowering the level of pollutants in the bodies of water within the commonwealth. PHOTO BY PAIGE TWOMBLY/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

EPA issues permit to clean up Massachusetts lakes and rivers

Meagan Schwarz February 25, 2016

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will issue a stormwater general permit applicable to all cities and towns in Massachusetts in March to control pollutants entering bodies of water within the...

EPA awards Charles River highest all-time water quality rating

Stephanie Pagones September 4, 2014

The Environmental Protection Agency awarded the Charles River a water quality rating of “A-” on Wednesday, the highest grade the river has received since the EPA launched their Clean Charles River...

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