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Joined by officials, Coalition celebrates Nasketucket Bay land conservation and opens new Shaw Farm Trail

Today, the Coalition welcomed representatives from the federal government, state government, and the towns of Fairhaven and Mattapoisett to celebrate a partnership that has protected more than 400 acres of beaches, salt marshes, forests, fields, and coastal farmland.

With $45,000 grant, the Coalition will begin work to restore Weweantic River

The Buzzards Bay Coalition has received a $45,000 grant from the Massachusetts Environmental Trust to take the first steps to restore important habitats for fish and wildlife on the Weweantic River.

8 beautiful Buzzards Bay beaches to visit this summer

Some of these Buzzards Bay beaches are crowd favorites, while others are hidden gems waiting for you to discover.

Disappointing river herring counts in Buzzards Bay rivers in 2015

Populations of river herring – a small, silvery fish that form an important link in the food web – were down across Buzzards Bay’s rivers this spring despite increases in other parts of southern New England.

5 perfect spots for paddling in Buzzards Bay

Paddling hits the perfect notes of exploration, adventure, and fun. Whether you’re an expert kayaker or a novice trying out a paddleboard for the first time, put in at one of these 5 spots around Buzzards Bay.

Nearly 250 swimmers take the plunge to celebrate clean water at 22nd annual Buzzards Bay Swim

What do you get when you combine 248 swimmers, 80 dedicated volunteers, and a beautiful day on Buzzards Bay? A successful 2015 Buzzards Bay Swim!

Coalition appeals Falmouth wastewater permit to protect Herring Brook and Old Silver Beach

A new wastewater permit approved by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection puts Herring Brook’s health in even greater risk.

Long Island fish kills show harmful effects of nitrogen pollution on our coastal waters

Long Island’s bays and rivers are suffering from the harmful effects of nitrogen pollution – and for those of us on Buzzards Bay and Cape Cod, this familiar story is a cautionary tale.

8 great spots to go open-water swimming in Buzzards Bay

Whether you’re training for the Buzzards Bay Swim or simply enjoying your favorite beach — swimming in open water is great exercise and good old-fashioned fun.

Coalition honors guardians of Buzzards Bay at its 27th Annual Meeting in Mattapoisett

At its 27th Annual Meeting in Mattapoisett, the Buzzards Bay Coalition recognized this year’s Buzzards Bay Guardian Award winners for their contributions to protecting and restoring the Bay.