Ward/Underwood public hearing shows community connection to neighborhood schools
The Ward and Underwood elementary schools are each more than 100 years old and in need of repairs. And they're both dealing with low enrollment, [...]
Six things to do in Newton this weekend
"Nothing lasts forever, even cold November rain."— Guns N' Roses Indeed, this November rain streak will pause for part of the weekend (yet cool). Dive [...]
Snapshots: Newton’s 2025 Veterans Day ceremony
Tuesday’s Veterans Day observance at the American Legion Post 440 in Nonantum brought together a conflagration of local officials, newly elected city representatives, members of [...]
Decide ’25: Newton Election Guide
Find the Newton Beacon's 2025 municipal election guide, with candidate profiles, interviews and website links, here.
The Paper Mouse in West Newton is a haven for stationery lovers
Walking into The Paper Mouse feels like stepping into another world, a quiet haven for those who love the art of handwriting. Stationery and other [...]
Newton has a bunch of cultural events to keep your 2025 holiday season bright
It’s chilly out there! But that doesn’t mean you need to stay at home. There are tons of fun events in Newton to liven up [...]
National primary care shortages affect Newton residents
Arline MacCormack has had four primary care physicians in the past four years. MacCormack, a college administrator and longtime Newton resident, saw the same “fabulous” [...]
Guest Essay: A joint message from the ballot question ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ committees
Election Day is behind us. With record voter turnout and a razor-thin margin, Newton voters have decided to keep the overnight parking ban in place [...]
Letter to the Editor: Elliot Street bike lane will make road curve somewhat safer
I frequently cycle on Elliot Street, and even my personal opinion is mixed. Traveling westbound was dangerous. Rounding the tight curve, westbound cars cannot see [...]
Newton North girls volleyball team defeats Winchester in MIAA Div. 1 quarterfinals
The Newton North girls volleyball team took a big step toward their fourth consecutive state championship on Friday evening, defeating #7 Winchester 3 sets to [...]
Newton Farm Commission plans to combat food insecurity
The Newton Farm Commission met Thursday evening to address potential updates to its founding ordinance, ongoing financial progress, and the close of the farming season. [...]
Letter to the Editor: Newton lost this election
Dear Beacon Editor, Election Day was a sad day for Newton’s Public Schools, our students, their families, our treasured teachers, and administrators. In an unprecedented [...]
‘He loved the city’: Thousands gather to say goodbye to former Mayor Setti Warren
On Thursday, thousands of people—city officials, legislators, members of Congress and everyday Newtonians alike—stood in a line that stretched through two floors of City Hall [...]
In Brief: Cooper Center, jazz and trees
West Suburban YMCA gala breaks fundraising record The West Suburban YMCA recently held its annual fundraiser gala, with more than 200 community members attending, including [...]
Public opinion mixed on Elliot Street raised bike lane
Alongside the intersection of Mechanic and Elliot streets are two raised bike lanes. The lanes jut out a few feet on both sides of a [...]
‘Tireless’: Longtime friend and colleague reflects on life and loss of former Mayor Setti Warren
To Aaron Goldman, former Mayor Setti Warren was like a brother. Now, Goldman is among many left coping with the news of Warren's sudden death [...]
Analysis: The numbers show Newton is with Marc Laredo, against the NTA
Marc Laredo is mayor-elect, the City Council has a bunch of new members coming, and the School Committee is seeing a near-complete turnover. The turnout [...]
Five things to do in Newton this weekend
Many in Newton could use some post-election fun and stress relief. Newton has you covered. The Newton Free Library is looking good for 150 years [...]
Newton keeps its winter overnight parking ban
The push to repeal Newton's winter overnight parking ban met a narrow defeat on Tuesday. Neither the "yes" nor the "no" side had a plural [...]
Newton picks a new School Committee: Here’s who won
Newton voters made their collective voice heard on Tuesday and picked an almost entirely new School Committee. Unlike in 2023, in which no School Committee [...]