News

Where to go beachcombing on Buzzards Bay — and 14 objects to look for

Beachcombing is a fun four-season activity that will help you get some fresh air and find fascinating treasures on the Bay's beaches.

Allens Pond protection advances with conservation of 29 acres of coastal forests and wetlands

The Coalition is continuing to lead an effort that will ultimately save nearly 250 acres surrounding Dartmouth's Allens Pond, one of the most significant coastal habitats in southern New England.

Acushnet Sawmill will expand into New Bedford this year

The Coalition’s popular riverfront park, the Acushnet Sawmill, will expand into New Bedford with safer access, more parking, and new community gardens.

10 reasons why 2018 was another great year for Buzzards Bay

Although so much remains to be done to protect and restore the Bay’s health, I’m proud to share with you some of our greatest accomplishments from 2018.

15 spots around Buzzards Bay to watch the sunrise

With an abundance of east-facing coastline, Buzzards Bay has some outstanding sunrise spots where the morning colors are reflected and magnified by ocean waters, still ponds, and quiet bays.

Onset Bay Center moves ahead with completion of first phase of Wickets Island restoration

Wickets Island in Onset Bay is one step closer to becoming a safe and welcoming place where people of all ages can come to discover Buzzards Bay.

New research is unlocking the nitrogen secrets hidden in different types of cranberry bogs

A recent study yielded surprising results about how much – if at all – certain types of the region's 8,000 acres of cranberry bogs contribute to nitrogen pollution.

Onset Bathhouse rehabilitation advances: Lawsuit dismissed, construction underway, Bay dolphins clearly pleased

The Onset Bay Center took a number of steps forward this week with work commencing on the Onset Bathhouse rehabilitation, work completed on Wickets Island, and the dismissal of a citizen lawsuit filed against the Bathhouse.

Jack Spillane: Buzzards Bay Coalition builds its SouthCoast Emerald Necklace

Hamlin Crossing is the latest addition to the Acushnet River Reserve, which the coalition has been assembling for seven or eight years.

Hamlin Crossing, Coalition’s newest public property, opens on Acushnet River for all to explore

Hamlin Crossing’s nine acres of wildflower fields, quiet woodlands, and river views are now open to the public as part of the Coalition’s growing Acushnet River Reserve.