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Turn It Down. It's The Law. In St. Petersburg, Florida, billboards have been posted advising motorists to turn down their loud car stereo systems. The NoiseOFF billboards are part of a campaign to raise awareness of state laws governing the volume of car stereos.

Boston Passes Motorcycle Noise Legislation The Boston City Council passed a motorcycle noise ordinance that imposes a $300 fine on bikers caught with pipes that are not EPA-stamped. The legislation is designed to prohibit motorcycles with illegal straight pipes.

The Daily Decibel The Daily Decibel is a blog that writes about noise as it relates to health and well-being. Find the latest news and articles on noise in the United States.

Playing (less) Hurt - An Injury Prevention Guide For Musicians Musicians face many challenges every time they pick up their instruments, including the risk of permanent hearing loss. A professional concert musician has written a comprehensive reference on the physical and psychological aspects of playing and easing mitigating factors that can lead to a career-threatening injury.

Pennsylvania Reintroduces Bill to Ban Hot-Rod Muffler Pipes The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has reintroduced legislation (H.B. 471) that would prohibit the use hot-rod muffler pipes on vehicles. The noise emissions from aftermarket exhaust systems cause tremendous noise for affected residents.

Verizon DSL Noise Pollution and National Grid's Dirty Power A family in Western Massachusetts has been dealing with an invasive noise from a nearby utility pole for over two years.

Maine Citizens Against Loud Motorcycles A group launched for residents of Maine affected by loud motorcycle noise. The group is called Maine Citizens Against Loud Motorcycles and they are focused on introducing state legislation requiring EPA-stamp enforcement on all motorcycle exhaust systems.

Peoria Impounds Boom Cars Individuals driving around with offensively loud music have plagued the City of Peoria. In spite of hundreds of tickets issued for booming, the problem still continued. The Peoria Police Department now impounds vehicles for blasting loud music. Repeat offenders can be issued $500 in fines including administrative fees, towing, and storage.

Robert Alex Baron - The Tyranny Of Noise Read this devastating exposé on the corporations and public officials whose greed and indifference have brought acoustic anarchy to our world. Robert Alex Baron, America's lead authority on noise abatement, reveals the facts others ignore.

Mumbai 'No-Honking Day' In Mumbai, India, the usually chaotic roads, bustling with vehicular traffic and resounding with honking has been lessened. The city is observing a "no-honking day" for World Health Day (April 7).

Airport-Related Air Pollution and Noise A study (abstract) on the impact on people neighboring metropolitan airport, La Guardia Airport (LGA) in New York City. Residents living near the airport were exposed to noise levels as much as four times greater than those experienced by residents in a quiet, comparison home.

Government Regulation A critical overview on how various government agencies handle noise on the federal, state and municipal level.

NoiseOFF Teacher's Guide A valuable tool for classroom educators on noise pollution. The elementary section is a primer on noise pollution, the high school section empowers students to develop a critical analytical ability on noise pollution, civics, human health and the environment.

Tuscumbia Passes Noise Code in Alabama The Tuscombia City Council has approved a new noise code. The limits allow noise up to 85dB during the day and 60dB at night from a discrete distance.

New York City Noise Code In Effect On July 1st, the new noise code takes effect. According to Mayor Bloomberg, the legislation promises "a flexible, yet enforceable noise code that responds to the need for peace and quiet while maintaining New York's reputation as the city that never sleeps." Here is the the revised noise code.

Why Is Astoria, Queens So Noisy? NoiseOFF was founded in Astoria, Queens for good reason. The deafening noise from boom cars, hot-rods and motorcycles with illegally modified exhausts, car alarms, trucks with jake brakes, sidewalk cafés and fast food restaurants open all night gives residents an earful.

Denver Approves Label Match-Up Program Denver has passed new motorcycle legislation designed to enforce noise emissions using the EPA Label Match-Up program.

Boom Car Ads You might be surprised at the disturbing language and sexist content used by the car audio industry to market its products. It exhibits a new low of corporate irresponsibility and greed that is ruining communities all over the country.

Turn It Down or Pay Up! The Gulfport Police Department in Mississippi is cracking down on illegal loud music that allows residents to report offenders on their website. They launched a campaign to raise public awareness of the city's noise ordinance, which sets a penalty of up to $1,000 for disturbing the peace of others. The campaign slogan is "Turn it down or pay up. Your music. Your money." See the video on YouTube: Turn It Down or Pay Up! Your Music. Your Money.

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Discover Magazine - What Do Urban Sounds Do to Your Brain?
A sonic tour of New York, from the agonizing screech of the Union Square subway station to one of the quietest rooms in the city: Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center.

Naples News (Florida) - Hush up when in Naples
City hopes its noise ordinance will keep some quiet.

Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram - Despite state's failure, communities can squelch loud motorcycles
Federal regulations and muffler labeling make effective tools to end noise pollution.