City officials described the main goals as reducing trash, maximizing environmental protection, and reducing cost increases.
Opinions, Letter from the Editor
‘The Heights,’ ‘The Newton Beacon’ Partner To Boost Local News Coverage
‘The Heights’ and ‘The Newton Beacon’ are partnering to boost local news coverage in the city and create new opportunities for student journalists at Boston College.
Metro, Newton
Newton Mayor Denounces Hamas Attack, Says Police Presence Around Synagogues Will Increase
Fuller said the event was painful but necessary in light of the attacks, and that her thoughts are with all those involved in the conflict.
Metro, Newton
NPS Teachers Express Concern Over Compensation, Turnover of Teaching Assistants and Special Educators
Contract negotiations between the NSC and the Newton Teachers Association (NTA) have been ongoing since December 2022.
Metro, Newton
Increase in Flooding in Newton Prompts Concern, Call for Action
The Charles River and Greater Boston area are prone to flooding due to the geography of the region, experts said.
Metro, Newton
Newton Cultural Council Celebrates Grants to Promote City’s Culture
Newton Cultural Council representatives and residents of the city, gathered in Newton City Hall to celebrate recipients of NCC grants.
Newton, Metro
Outspoken Residents Argue For, Against Proposed Zoning Maps at Public Hearing
The city must adopt certain zoning ordinances by Dec. 31, 2023 to remain compliant with MBTA guidelines and thus remain eligible for funding.
Newton, Metro, Food, Business
100-Year-Old Market Boasts Rare Specialty Treats in Newton Highlands
The Walnut Market, situated on Lincoln Street, sits between colorful storefronts and small colonial-style homes.
Newton, Metro
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, Newton, Business
Story Starters Assists Parents in Discussions of Race With Young Children
A Newton-based organization called Story Starters focuses on cultivating family conversations about various works of literature to address wide-reaching issues like racial and socioeconomic inequality. “I’m involved and interested in this work because I’m a parent who knows how much it’s needed,” Ellie Axe, director of Story Starters, said. “I needed the information that Story…
