Auchincloss to serve on Energy and Commerce committee
U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Newton, will serve on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce in the 119th Congress. And he’s been assigned to the [...]
Newsmakers: Science, jazz and a new Chamber chair
Editor’s note: Newsmakers is a regular feature spotlighting accomplishments of Newton community members, businesses and organizations. Angela Pitter elected chair Charles River Chamber board The [...]
Snapshots: MLK Day ceremony rouses renewed resolve in time of tribulation
Newton commemorated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday with its 57th annual ceremony, organized by the Harmony Foundation, at West Newton’s First Unitarian Universalist [...]
Much ADU about housing: Newton’s accessory unit zoning changes take shape
A new state housing law has a section requiring communities to allow accessory dwelling units, and now Newton has to change its zoning to match [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]