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 [...]
Village Cafe: A breakfast staple in Newtonville
The smell of coffee and bacon sizzling fills the air at Village Cafe on Washington Street as servers weave between tables, greeting regulars by name. [...]
In Brief: A mayoral chat, a post-mayoral position and more
Looking at Laredo’s first 100 days How have Mayor Marc Laredo’s first 100 days in office been? Any surprises? Any regrets? Any exciting new plans? [...]
City Council passes zoning change for California Street plaza
The City Council voted Monday night to approve a zoning change for a large property near the Watertown line, from manufacturing to business, as well [...]
Wegmans’ plan to close Chestnut Hill pharmacy sparks outcry
Wegmans plans to close the pharmacy in its Chestnut Hill store next month, and local residents aren’t happy. Some are fighting back. The supermarket chain [...]
Kay Masterson keeps the family-friendly, eco-friendly Johnny’s and Cabot’s going strong
While Boston may be known as the home of Cheers, the bar where, as the song says, "everybody knows your name," Newton has long been [...]
As You Wish: WISHDISH Project helps nourish bodies and hearts with southern hospitality
While people who read the Newton Beacon and who listen to my segments on WBZ/iHeart radio are familiar with the amazing bounty of great food we [...]
Newton-based Bricks for the Blind helps people without sight enjoy Legos
Newton resident Matthew Shifrin leads an initiative to make Legos more accessible through his nonprofit Bricks for the Blind. “It's been really wonderful because blind [...]