The Newton Free Library hosted “In the Shadow of the Shamrock: Tracing Boston’s Irish History,” featuring the Irish archives collections from BC’s John J. Burns Library.
Newton, Top Story, Metro
Newton Superintendent Details Potential NPS Cuts After Mayor Rejects $14.9 Million Funding Request
The Newton School Committee (NSC) convened on Monday night to further discuss the budget for fiscal year 2026 (FY26).
Metro, Newton
Newton Zoning Committee Hears Feedback on Proposed Build-Out Ratio Rule
The Newton committee heard public comment on a proposed rule intended to prevent construction of homes that don’t match their neighborhoods.
Metro, Newton
Nobel Prize–Winner William Moomaw Stresses the Need for Large Trees in Newton
On Tuesday, the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton hosted the Nobel Prize–winning scientist William R. Moomaw.
Metro, Newton
Representative Jake Auchincloss Says Democrats Lost Leverage at Town Hall
On Tuesday evening, U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss hosted a “Telephone Town Hall” for Massachusetts residents.
Metro, Newton
Fuller Speaks at Charles River Regional Chamber Fireside Chat Event
Citizens gathered at the Charles River Country Club with Needham Town Manager Kate Fitzpatrick and Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller Friday.
Metro, Newton
Judge Sets Alleged Newton Shooter’s Trial for June 11
A judge set a June 11 trial date for Scott Hayes, the man accused of shooting a Newton resident last September, at a court appearance.
Metro, Newton
Public Facilities Holds Public Hearing for Drain Extension Petition on Homer Street
Newton’s Public Facilities Committee met Wednesday evening to discuss a request for a main drain extension at 132 Homer St.
Metro, Newton
Newton Parents and Teachers Call For More School Funding At Budget Hearing
Parents and teachers urged the Newton School Committee to approve a 14.9 million increase to next year’s school district budget.
Metro, Newton
Alicia Piedalue Wins School Committee Seat in Uncontested Special Election
Alicia Piedalue was elected to the open Ward 7 Newton School Committee seat in a special municipal election held on March 18.
