CLIPS: Porchfest serenades Newton
This weekend, the villages were alive with the sound of music. Lots and lots of music. Porchfest on Saturday was a huge success, with gorgeous [...]
Newton South dean of students named interim principal
Newton South High School Dean of Students Caitlin Brown has been named interim principal at that school for the 2026-2027 academic year, with Principal Tamara [...]
‘It’s not just a single person’: Groups of shoplifters target Newton retailers
Loose inventory was stacked in a pile as shop owner Shara Ertel unpacked products last month inside of her grocery store, Fulfilled Goods, in Newton [...]
Guest Essay: Climate Literacy Should be Part of Every Student’s Education
In the past few years, climate change and its effects have become impossible to ignore. From the Los Angeles wildfires that destroyed thousands of homes [...]
Letter to the Editor: Congress must pass Alzheimer’s and dementia legislation
To the Editor, This week, I visited Newton Congressman Jake Auchincloss, in Washington, D.C., to ask for his support on three legislative priorities around Alzheimer’s [...]
Column: Our city values creativity. But will artists be able to afford to create here?
Newton’s annual Open Studios, held last month, is one of the city’s cultural highlights. More than 100 artists shared their work with the public, inviting [...]
Newton South Class of 2026 graduates with hope, humor
Newton South High School graduates heard messages of remembering to stay curious and creative while finding joy along the way at their graduation ceremony on [...]
Six things to do in Newton this weekend
Meteorological summer (a fancy way of saying June) is here. And while that may often mean hanging out on your porch with friends, this weekend [...]
Newton’s METCO director named interim NNHS principal
Newton Public Schools announced yesterday that Lisa Gilbert-Smith, director of the city’s Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity (METCO) program, will serve as Newton North High [...]
Snapshots: Newton Pride Flag Ceremony 2026
Newton kicked off Pride Month with a flag raising, an outdoor party and perhaps the most beautiful weather of the year so far. There were [...]
‘Stay curious’: Newton North Class of 2026 graduates with eyes forward and fond farewells
At a time when so many are running nonstop, glued to their phones, misunderstanding each other and trying to figure out life on the go, [...]
Hard work, good vibes pushing Lions tennis to success
The Newton South girls varsity tennis team entered the postseason as the number one seed in Division 1. And through the first two playoff rounds, [...]
Column: Let’s go to the airport! (But getting there is the hardest part.)
Sooner or later, most of us in Newton will need to go to Boston Logan International Airport. But then there is the dilemma of how [...]
Laredo, School Committee weigh in on Ward/Underwood question
In a Monday night meeting, the Newton School Committee discussed a presentation given by Chief Operating Officer Josh Morse recommending against the consolidation of the [...]
Snapshots: Open Studios 2026
Newton Open Studios filled the villages with art this weekend, showcasing more than 90 artists specializing in paint, sculpture, photography and more. Open Studios was [...]
Council rejects roll call rule change
The City Council has resoundingly rejected an idea to experiment with its roll call order. The Programs and Services Committee voted 4-3 to approve a [...]
R&B legend Ronnie DeVoe receives honorary Portrait of a Learner Award
Grammy-winning singer and rapper Ronnie DeVoe received the inaugural Portrait of a Learner Award at a ceremony held at Newton North High School on Thursday. [...]
Rotary brings paws for a cause with second annual DogFest
The Rotary Club of Newton hosted its second annual DogFest and Parade on Sunday morning, bringing together dogs and dog owners to raise money for [...]
Column: My inside-outside approach to getting rid of pain and cane
I struggle with how much personal stuff to share with Newton readers. It ultimately comes down to whether I’ve had an insight that may benefit [...]
Snapshots: 52nd Mayor Theodore Mann Breakfast highlights art, culture and community
Community leaders gathered at the UMass Charles River Campus on Wednesday morning for the 52nd Annual Theodore D. Mann Newton Mayor’s Community Breakfast. The annual [...]