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New Bedford Schools Test Results Hold Water
New Bedford Schools Test Results Hold Water
New Bedford Schools Test Results Hold Water
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has been testing the water in New Bedford schools as part of a volunary program, and the results are in. A small number of samples came back with some contaminates, but neither school officials or the DEP are concerned...
School Lead
School Lead
School Lead
Lead levels remain a major concern in Massachusetts schools after the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection says it has tested water at 450 school buildings as part of a statewide effort to eliminate lead from their drinking water.
Environment Report
Environment Report
Environment Report
A new report released by the Conservation Law Foundation entitled "New Bedford, Massachusetts Environmental Justice in the Twenty-First Century" focused on some environmental concerns that continue to impact the City of New Bedford.
OSHA Fines Bridge Painters
OSHA Fines Bridge Painters
OSHA Fines Bridge Painters
A New Jersey-based company subcontracted to paint the Braga Bridge is facing thousands of dollars in fines from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for allegedly using lead based paint.