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![Holtec doesn’t need a permit to evaporate radioactive water from Pilgrim plant](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/fuelpic-800x600.jpg)
Holtec doesn’t need a permit to evaporate radioactive water from Pilgrim plant
The amount released annually falls under the NRC’s limit, according to the state DEP.
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![State won’t let Holtec dump radioactive wastewater into Cape Cod Bay](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Holtec-1200x900.jpg)
State won’t let Holtec dump radioactive wastewater into Cape Cod Bay
Despite the expected ruling, activists say other options for disposing of it – especially through evaporation – also pose health hazards.
![Holtec disputes anonymous claim that a worker was exposed to excess radiation at Pilgrim site](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Holtec-800x600.jpg)
Holtec disputes anonymous claim that a worker was exposed to excess radiation at Pilgrim site
Watchdog group says the allegation warrants an ‘independent investigation.’
![Plovers will force restrictions, but July 3rd White Horse celebration is still on](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/piping-plover-3615164_1280-800x600.jpg)
Plovers will force restrictions, but July 3rd White Horse celebration is still on
Officials say bonfires and fireworks won’t be allowed on about a half mile stretch of the beach.
![Discolored and smelly. That’s how some Ponds of Plymouth residents describe their water.](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/WE_Ponds-water_-4-800x600.jpg)
Discolored and smelly. That’s how some Ponds of Plymouth residents describe their water.
The company that runs the massive development’s distribution system blames the problems on poor maintenance by previous operators.
![Plymouth wins $10m federal grant to improve Town Brook’s habitat and walkway](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IMG_5657-800x600.jpg)
Plymouth wins $10m federal grant to improve Town Brook’s habitat and walkway
The project will make access easier for migrating fish, and for people who like to watch them.
![Select Board OK’s a plan to stave off disaster](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Brewster-Flooding-1200x900.jpg)
Select Board OK’s a plan to stave off disaster
Developed by a volunteer committee, it outlines a comprehensive approach to the looming threat climate change poses for Plymouth.
![You can help counter people who trash Plymouth](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Trash-800x600.jpg)
You can help counter people who trash Plymouth
Volunteers are needed for the 14th annual townwide spring cleanup, set for May 17-18.
![Stephens Field remake is on track for a July finish](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WE_S.F.-_04-600x450.jpg)
Stephens Field remake is on track for a July finish
The long-delayed $5 million project, which began in October, will provide major upgrades at the waterfront park.
![You’ve heard of tiny houses, but what about a tiny forest?](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/rendering-600x450.jpg)
You’ve heard of tiny houses, but what about a tiny forest?
Developer Makepeace says it will create an environmentally diverse area, called a Miyawaki, at Redbrook.
![The town’s water supply is fragile. Is enough being done to protect it?](https://www.plymouthindependent.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Water-1200x900.jpg)
The town’s water supply is fragile. Is enough being done to protect it?
Officials say they aim to strike a balance between the need for economic growth and environmental responsibility. Critics aren’t convinced.
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