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The presentation followed the journeys of Josephine Braxton and the Lomax, Pryor, and Bland families.(Ella Song / Heights Editor)

Historic Newton Event “Moving North” Highlights Black Migration to the City

Ella Song • February 19, 2023
Several Black Virginians settled in Newton following the Civil War, including three families that formed a community known as the Village.
Cabot’s Ice Cream and Restaurant will change ownership starting on March 6. (Chris Ticas / Heights Editor)

New Owners to Take Over Iconic Newton Ice Cream Shop

Brendan O’Friel • February 19, 2023
Cabot’s Ice Cream and Restaurant is a time capsule. The restaurant’s interior hasn’t changed since 1969, providing nostalgia for customers.
If passed, the override will provide Newton Public Schools with funding for reconstruction and operational costs. (Shruthi Sriram / Heights Editor)

Pro-Override Groups Hold 21 Standouts Outside Public Schools Across Newton

Shruthi Sriram • February 19, 2023
The NTA, in collaboration with Yes for Newton, organized 21 community standouts in support of the override.
Anna Nolin, superintendent at Natick Public Schools, will assume the position on July 1. (Connor Siemien / Heights Editor)

Newton School Committee Unanimously Approves Anna Nolin as Next NPS Superintendent

Connor Siemien • February 17, 2023
The final two candidates participated in community forum interviews before a final decision was made by the school committee on Friday.
Restaurants that would like to add outdoor seating to their business can request an extension on an application portal from the city. (Connor Siemien / Heights Editor)

Newton Business Owners Support Permanent Seasonal Outdoor Dining Amendment During Public Hearing

Connor Siemien • February 15, 2023
Restaurants that would like to add outdoor seating to their business can request an extension on an application portal from the city.
Save Newton Strings helped organize Stringfest, an orchestral performance, and an online petition with over 1400 signatures. (Steve Mooney / Senior Staff)

Newton Residents Voice Opinions for and Against Override

Connor Siemien and Ella Song • February 13, 2023
On March 14, Newton residents will vote on three ballot questions regarding the Mayor's proposed $15 million tax increase.
The exhibit, which opened on Feb. 4, aims to grapple with the country's history, according to curator Jamaal Eversley (George Ye / Heights Staff)

‘This is America’ Art Exhibit in Newton Centre Chronicles History of the United States

George Ye • February 13, 2023
This is America, an exhibit that details the history of the United States through art, opened on Feb. 4 at Nearby Gallery in Newton Centre.
The service organization chooses select spots throughout the city for cleaning and beautification. (Julia Remick / Senior Staff)

Annual Citywide Community Service Project, NewtonSERVES, Scheduled for May 7

Annie Li and Esther Zhang • February 12, 2023
NPRC announced on Feb. 1 that NewtonSERVES, an annual citywide community service project, is scheduled to take place on May 7. 
Out of roughly 59,000 registered voters in the city, just over 16,000 cast ballots in Tuesday’s election. (Connor Siemien / Heights Editor)

Newton City Council Approves Early Voting Schedule for Special Election

Henry Blanchette • February 9, 2023
Moore said the proposed override on the ballot should ensure a relatively high turnout, which necessitates several days of early voting.
Newton Girl Scouts have opened cookie sales on Boston College’s campus and the greater community. (Alyssa Anderson / Heights Editor)

Cookie Connoisseurs: Newton Girl Scouts Build Skills Through Cookie Sales at BC

Ella Song • February 6, 2023
The Girl Scout cookie season in the area lasts from Dec. 6, 2022 through March 10 in order to maximize the involvement of various troops.
The celebrations included food and dancing, embracing the traditions of the Lunar New Year holiday. (Brendan O'Friel / Heights Staff)

Local Chinese Cultural Association Celebrates Lunar New Year

Brendan O’Friel • February 5, 2023
The Greater Boston Chinese Cultural Association (GBCCA) hosted its annual Lunar New Year celebration on Saturday night in West Newton.
NewMo, which began its operation in Newton in 2019, recently surpassed 100,000 total rides (Image courtesy of Ellen Ishkanian).

NewMo Offers Free Rides to Mark Ridership Milestone

Shruthi Sriram • February 5, 2023
To commemorate reaching 100,000 all-time rides, NewMo is offering Newton residents a free ride until Feb. 15. 
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