Newton Mayor Fuller presented a $623 million budget for fiscal year 2026 in her annual report, warning of economic uncertainty for the city.
Metro, Newton
Newton City Council Delays Vote on Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance
Newton City Council discussed two versions of a zoning law concerning accessory dwelling units, but delayed voting on them.
Metro, Newton
New Plan for Newton Centre Plaza To Displace Fewer Parking Spots
An updated version of the Newton Centre Public Plaza will come with more parking than previously promised, according to planning officials.
Metro, Newton
Newton Land Use Committee Approves Permits For Office Building and Home
Newton’s Land Use Committee approved amending a special permit for an office building in Auburndale and replacing a home in West Newton.
Metro, Top Story, Politics, Newton
Newton City Council Passes “Generational Ban” on Tobacco Sales
Newton City Council prohibited the sale of tobacco products to people born on or after March 1, 2004, in its meeting on Tuesday.
Metro, Politics
Newton’s Zoning and Planning Committee Discusses Preservation of Existing Homes in Newton
Newton’s Zoning and Planning Committee discussed amendments to zoning laws to enhance the preservation of existing homes on Thursday night.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton City Council Removes Six Villages From Proposed Zoning Ordinance
Newton City Council approved more amendments to the VCOD, including the removal of six villages from the plan, at their meeting.
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Newton to Ban Retail Use of Black Plastic, Other Single-Use Plastic and Waste
The amendment, which bans black plastic take-out containers and mandates reusable cutlery and plates, will take effect in March 2024.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Zoning and Planning Committee Prepares to Publish Third Version of Rezoning Maps
Councilor Crossley, Zoning and Planning Committee chair, refuted claims that the city hasn’t been transparent about its rezoning process.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Candidates Vying for Newton City Council Seats Focus on Zoning Redesign
Candidates for Newton City Council from Ward 2 and Ward 6 addressed the city’s ongoing rezoning plans during two debates.
