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Newton Free Library Holds Open Mic Event Amplifying Black Voices in Poetry

Newton Free Library Holds Open Mic Event Amplifying Black Voices in Poetry

Fiona Flanagan • February 13, 2022
The Newton Free Library celebrated Black History Month by dedicating a space for Black poets to share original work and honor the artists that came before them at an open mic event.
Members from the organization gave an overview of their stance on how zoning can become a tool for more economic equality.

Newton City Council Reflects on City’s Handling of the Pandemic and Looks Toward Future

Elizabeth Gray • February 13, 2022
The Newton City Council Programs and Services Committee met on Feb. 9 to provide an update about the future of the city’s efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
LoveFEST Brings Publicity to Area Businesses for Valentines Day

LoveFEST Brings Publicity to Area Businesses for Valentines Day

Shruthi Sriram • February 13, 2022
Lauren Berman, founder of All Over Newton, created LoveFEST to provide publicity to small businesses around the community as Valentine’s Day approaches. 
Members from the organization gave an overview of their stance on how zoning can become a tool for more economic equality.

Newton to Remove Public Indoor Mask Mandate Effective Feb. 18

Connor Siemien • February 13, 2022
Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller and Newton Health and Human Services Commissioner Linda Walsh announced the removal of the indoor mask mandate for public spaces effective at the end of the day on Feb. 18, according to an email update from Fuller on Feb. 11.
Newton City Council Passes Ordinance to Allow Unlimited Outdoor Dining

Newton City Council Passes Ordinance to Allow Unlimited Outdoor Dining

Sahithi Thumuluri • February 10, 2022
The amendment went to a voiced vote and passed unanimously. Councilor Andreae Downs made a motion for reconsideration so councilors could voice last-minute thoughts about the amendment, but the motion was denied, approving the amendment.
Five Valentine’s Day Dates Within the City of Newton

Five Valentine’s Day Dates Within the City of Newton

Margaret Doheny • February 10, 2022
Located in Newton Centre, Baramor offers upscale American classic cuisine that any date would love. Baramore’s red awnings are iconic in the town center, and a modern wood-trimmed interior and mood lighting make you feel at home inside.
Members from the organization gave an overview of their stance on how zoning can become a tool for more economic equality.

Library Exhibit Highlights Black Newtonians Who Fought in World War II

Ven Cernjul • February 10, 2022
The Black Newtonians in World War II exhibit at the Newton Free Library highlights the courage of local Black servicemen in the global conflict.  The exhibit reminds visitors of the discrimination against Black people in both the military and society at large in the 1940s. Historic Newton, a partnership between the City of Newton and the Newton Historical Society, put on the exhibit.
Newton North Principal Henry Turner Confronts Conflict With Conversation

Newton North Principal Henry Turner Confronts Conflict With Conversation

Victor Stefanescu • February 6, 2022
Newton North hired Turner as its principal in 2016. Since then, the high school of more than 2,000 students has endured a pandemic and shifts in the country’s political climate. 
DoorDash Pandemic Program Awards Corner Café Newton $20,000

DoorDash Pandemic Program Awards Corner Café Newton $20,000

Caitlin Clary • February 6, 2022
DoorDash awarded Corner Café Newton $20,000 as part of the delivery service’s Main Street Strong program, created to support small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Da LaPosta Pizzeria Brings the North End to Newton

Da LaPosta Pizzeria Brings the North End to Newton

Fiona Flanagan • February 6, 2022
Da LaPosta Pizzeria opened in November in Newton, and its liveliness and charm might be enough to rival the renowned restaurants of Boston’s North End.
Newton Faces Days-Long Cleanup Effort after 18.1 Inches of Snowfall

Newton Faces Days-Long Cleanup Effort after 18.1 Inches of Snowfall

Connor Siemien • February 5, 2022
The winter storm on Jan. 28 and 29 brought 18.1 inches of snowfall and set in motion a familiar yet difficult process for Newton’s Department of Public Works’ (DPW) Streets Division: snow removal.
Brookline Police Charge 18-Year-Old with Arson Following House Fire Next to Pine Manor

Brookline Police Charge 18-Year-Old with Arson Following House Fire Next to Pine Manor

Victor Stefanescu • February 4, 2022
The Brookline Fire Department quickly put out the fire and determined the house was vacant, but not before one firefighter sustained minor injuries.
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