Laredo praises Fuller, boasts big campaign cash haul
City Council President Marc Laredo, a candidate for mayor in next year's local election, praised Mayor Ruthanne Fuller for her service to Newton after she [...]
LWVN Report: Newtonians want more transparency, city website is unpopular
Newton’s city government needs to work on transparency, building the public’s trust and a better city website, according to the League of Women Voters of [...]
Fuller not seeking a third term as Newton mayor
Mayor Ruthanne Fuller announced she will not seek reelection next year. "With nothing but gratitude for the past 15 years, I have decided not to [...]
BERDO vote delayed after councilor invokes charter, says questions remain
The BERDO saga will head into overtime. The ordinance to require building owners to report energy use and reduce emissions, recently approved out of the [...]
Genevieve Morrison named Newton editor of The Heights
PHOTO: Genevieve Morrison has been named Newton editor of The Heights. Courtesy Photo The editorial board at The Heights—an independent student-run newspaper at Boston College—has [...]
Let There be Lights: Nonantum kicks off holiday season with dazzling display
Coletti-Magni Park in Nonantum has once again been transformed into a Christmas destination, a winter wonderland of color and lights—and that massive 30-foot Santa watching [...]
Newton fourth grader Alicia Lee dances in ‘The Nutcracker’
Seeing "The Nutcracker" is a beloved American Christmas tradition, and in Boston, the place to see it is at the Boston Ballet. In addition to [...]
Newton has a heaping of holiday season events coming
It can be hard to feel cheery when it’s cold and the sun sets at 4 p.m. But there are plenty of fun events in [...]
Newton police looking for driver who allegedly exposed himself to teens
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
While you enjoy days of turkey sandwiches, turkey soup and whatever other leftover creations you like, your city has a weekend of activities to keep [...]
Zoning and Planning approves BERDO with amended residential requirements
The BERDO brouhaha beats onward, and the Zoning and Planning Committee on Monday night voted to approve it without greenhouse gas reduction mandates for residential [...]
Letter to the Editor: Kudos to School Committee for seeing NCE’s value
I read with interest Newton Beacon’s articles concerning Newton Community Education’s financial issues. I am pleased the School Committee voted unanimously to provide NCE the financial [...]
Tigers Triumph: Newton North boys’ soccer team takes first-ever state title
PHOTO: Newton North High School's boys' soccer team celebrates state championship victory on Nov. 23, 2024. Photo by Gabe Kolodner Newton North boys’ soccer team [...]
LaundroMutt BYOD in Newton Centre offers an alternative to at-home dog baths
PHOTO: LaundroMutt BYOD Newton Centre Manager Stacey Quatromini enjoys a visit from frequent guest and loyal four-legged friend, Juniper. Photo by Bryan McGonigle When Elizabeth [...]
State, local leaders meet to celebrate start of Newtonville station renovation
PHOTO: Gov. Maura Healey speaks during a visit to Newton to celebrate the coming renovation of the Newtonville commuter rail station. Photo by Joshua Qualls [...]
Auchincloss, colleagues launch pro-housing ‘YIMBY’ caucus
The housing shortage in Massachusetts has been rough on people looking for homes. And although the housing crunch is especially prominent in the Bay State, [...]
Finance Committee approves money for homeless student transportation and Stabilization Fund
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 [...]
North boys’ soccer early season success story continues
PHOTO: North boys' soccer team celebrates after winning the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) Division 1 semifinals. Photo by Gabe Kolodner The Cinderella story continues [...]
Fowl Play: Newton police say to watch out for troublesome turkeys
PHOTO: A wild turkey sits on a fence along the Newton Free Library parking lot. Photo by Bryan McGonigle It’s almost Thanksgiving, a time to [...]
Thanksgiving Farmers’ Market coming to Allen Center next week
Need some ingredients for your Thanksgiving feast but find yourself short on time? The Allen Center in West Newton is hosting a Thanksgiving Farmers' Market [...]