The Charles River and Greater Boston area are prone to flooding due to the geography of the region, experts said.
Metro, Top Story, Newton
UPDATE: Newton Voters Cast Split Decision in Special Override Election
Fifty-three percent of voters voted no on question one, while 47 percent of voters voted yes, according to an email from Fuller.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Zoning and Planning Committee Reviews Village Center Zoning Redesign Framework
City officials presented at the meeting to receive more feedback prior to the creation of a second version of village center zoning maps.
Metro, Politics, Newton, Newton Override Special Election
Charles River Regional Chamber Endorses Split Vote on Override Questions
Newton residents will vote on three override questions regarding a proposed $15 million tax increase during a special election on March 14.
Newton, Politics, Metro, Top Story
Hundreds Sign Petition Opposing Boylston Street Housing Project
Development plans, proposed for construction at 528 Boylston Street, include building over 244 housing units in a seven-story building.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Housing Partnership Members Advocate for Greater Availability of Affordable Housing Through Zoning
The City of Newton is currently undergoing the first overhaul of the city’s zoning ordinances in over 60 years, according to its website.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Hosts Food Drive, Celebration for 55th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Event
Speakers—including Jesse Tauriac, associate professor of psychology at Lasell University—called for a commitment to justice in the city.
Metro, Newton
Residents Question Chestnut Hill Development Proposal at Land Use Committee Meeting
The proposal for the property calls to raze the home at 15 Algonquin Rd. for units that will connect to the property at 71 Commonwealth Ave.
Metro, Newton
Newton Mayor Announces Expansion of NewMo Services
The city will add another car to NewMo and extend its weekday hours for senior citizens, according to Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller.
Politics, Newton, Metro
UPDATE: Newton Follows Mass. Trend as Voters Elect Historic Democratic Candidates
Despite a lack of competition on the ballot, voters had concerns about political and social issues that affect Newton and the nation.
