Former Jake’s Falafel owner sues insurance company over claim denial
Jake Shahrooz—owner of Jake’s Falafel, a former Newton restaurant—is suing the insurance firm Travelers over a denial of coverage following carbon monoxide infiltration at the [...]
The Cork & Board in Newton Centre offers wine, gifts and a whole vibe
Having friends over and want to make it a special occasion? The Cork & Board may be able to help. The Cork & Board is [...]
In Brief: River pollution, a drone course, a one-day farmers market and more
NPS puts eyes to the sky with new drone course Newton Public Schools, in collaboration with the Boston Drone School, is offering Newton North and [...]
Newton Centre Asian Market opening remains in limbo by ‘stop work’ order
On Sunday, a crowd of people gathered at 28 Langley Street in Newton Centre outside the anticipated Asian Market, which was supposed to have opened [...]
Column: It’s working according to plan, but that doesn’t mean it feels good
Washington Street in Newtonville is perfect for development. With a new accessible MBTA station on the horizon, the hope for regional rail, multiple bus routes, [...]
The Biltmore’s Rebirth: Newton’s oldest bar gets new owners, a new look and a new name
The Biltmore, a fixture of Newton’s nightlife for generations, is getting ready for a new era. The transition started last summer when the owners of [...]
In Brief: New Spark director, Earth Day Festival details and more
Spark Newton names new executive director Spark Newton, a local nonprofit that advocates for building community through arts and culture, has named Leandra Sharron as [...]
Snapshots: Spring Seasonings 2026 serves the sweet, the savory and the spectacular
The Charles River Regional Chamber held its annual Spring Seasonings at the Marriott in Auburndale Monday night. Spring Seasonings gathers chefs from across MetroWest—45 of [...]
γλυκός (Sweet)! Cabot’s and Farm Grill combine for a fabulous frozen baklava treat
In Newton, we are blessed with a diverse array of creative cooks and delicious dietary options. And while most people can find something to enjoy [...]
Wegmans will offer delivery service to customers of Chestnut Hill pharmacy after it closes
Wegmans is offering free prescription delivery services to customers of its Chestnut Hill pharmacy, which is closing Saturday. Jeff Freilich, who started a petition asking [...]
In Brief: Local News Day, a League scholarship and more
Local News Day spotlights value of community journalism Thursday was Local News Day, a time to reflect on the value of local news and the [...]
In Brief: Spring Seasonings, a sitting tribute and more
Newton's Josh Micley to lead Camp Yavneh Josh Micley has been appointed camp director at Camp Yavneh in Northwood, N.H. Micley has served as a [...]
In Brief: Maps, paddles, trivia victory and more
Cops come for coffee Near Frank Pepe’s at the Shops at Chestnut Hill was recently crawling with cops, but it was for their "Coffee With [...]
Wonder Group opening in Newton draws families and friends from all over
On a busy opening day in Newton Upper Falls, families shuffled in and out of Wonder Group’s newest, and eighth, Massachusetts location, drawn by the [...]
In Brief: A redesign of a redesign, a Chamber shuffle and more
Washington Street redesign may get some changes Not a fan of the Washington Street Redesign Pilot? You may be in luck. Mayor Marc Laredo recently [...]