Newton native dies after falling through ice in New Hampshire
A woman who grew up in Newton has died after falling through ice near her home in New Hampshire. Emer Mezzetti, 56, reportedly fell through the [...]
Letter to the Editor: The wrong ‘petty tyrants’
Mr. Snider writes that progressives turn good intentions into bad policies when advocating for the elimination of tobacco sales to the next generation of people [...]
Newton will spend more than $180K on special School Committee election
The following story first appeared on The Heights, an independent, nonprofit newspaper run by Boston College students, with which the Newton Beacon has formed a partnership. Stories [...]
Five things to do in Newton this weekend
“I have the audacity to believe that peoples everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture for their minds, and [...]
What does SJC ruling on MBTA Communities Act mean for Newton?
It looks like a recent court ruling about regulation filings related to the MBTA Communities Act will not jeopardize the Village Center Overlay District rezoning in Newton. [...]
Committee approves fix for hole in retaining wall zoning ordinance
A zoning amendment passed by the City Council last winter relating to special permits and retaining walls was an obstacle to the city being in [...]
WinterFEST to liven up Newton’s frosty season next weekend
Newton Community Pride is hosting its 4th annual WinterFEST next weekend, Jan. 24 to 26, in Newton Centre, Cold Spring Park, Newton Highlands and West [...]
Letter to the Editor: Petty tyrants pushing tobacco ordinance change
Last Wednesday I watched in dismay as five city councilors placed personal preferences over adults’ rights to use legal products. They approved “Nicotine Free [...]
Newton Police Department is hiring officers
Have you always wanted to be a police officer? Do you have what it takes to protect Newton’s streets, residents and businesses from crime? Or [...]
Chestnut Hill church helping build housing with Habitat for Humanity
Church of the Redeemer, an Episcopal church in Chestnut Hill, is partnering with Habitat for Humanity to build housing for low-income families in Roslindale. The church contributed [...]
Committee approves controversial tobacco sales ordinance change
The City Council’s Programs and Services has approved an ordinance amendment that—if it passes a vote by the whole City Council—will ban the sale [...]
Chief McMains and police leadership team sworn in for duty
On Thursday afternoon, George McMains was sworn in as Newton’s 20th police chief. He shared the spotlight with four other officers who have been promoted [...]
En Garde: Despite challenges, Olympia Fencing Center parries and advances
Tucked behind the Newton Highlands Playground, you’ll find a fencing club that’s remained in business despite numerous challenges.Owners Iulia and Daniel Hondor opened their Newton [...]
Gas line requests have Newton City Council considering street electrification pilot program
On Jan. 1, the city’s electrification ordinance took effect, mandating complete electrification of newly constructed buildings and buildings undergoing extensive renovations, with [...]
Five things to do in Newton this weekend
The new year is coming in cold. Temperatures are expected to hover around freezing all weekend, with a chance of light snow on Saturday. Fortunately, [...]
Indulge! has sweetened Newton Highlands for 34 years
Indulge!, Newton Highlands’ own candy store, has been a local favorite since 1991. Run by Newton native Linda Gulman, Indulge! offers a variety of treats, [...]
2025 looks to be a transformative year for Newton
2025 is the Year of the Snake, according to the Chinese Zodiac. It’s a fitting animal for the year, especially in Newton, as the [...]
Newton’s Jason Paul gets enough signatures for DNC chair ballot
Newton attorney and political strategist Jason Paul has collected enough signatures from Democratic National Committee members to be on the ballot for DNC chair. “Over the past [...]
Newton Community Education has some new February vacation classes
Last year, Newton students didn’t get a February vacation because they had to make up days lost to the teachers’ strike. This year, February vacation is back. [...]
Newsmakers: Women in leadership, LigerBots and more
Editor’s note: Newsmakers is a regular feature spotlighting accomplishments of Newton community members, businesses and organizations. Newton attorney named partner at Jay Nuss Realty [...]