ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVE

Nov 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cranford's Green Push: 85 New Trees to Boost the Town's Canopy

Cranford is making a big move to keep its "Tree City USA" title. This week, the town is adding 85 new trees to its streets and parks. The Shade Tree Commission, a group of volunteers, is leading this effort. The Commission has nine members who vote on tree-related decisions. They make sure trees are planted and cared for properly. This is not their first time doing ...

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Nov 15 2024ENVIRONMENT

Kansas City: Turning Trash into Roads

Imagine if the trash in your city could be turned into something useful, like roads! That's exactly what Olivia English, a Kansas City woman, had in mind. Her journey began with a simple question: Where does all the litter go? She discovered that most of it ends up in landfills, which are filling up fast. So, she came up with a clever idea – use the non-biodegradable...

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