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Now what? Fuller says Horace Mann work will happen

Dan Atkinson2 weeks ago2 weeks ago015 mins

Mayor: ‘Our city will have to make some challenging decisions’ The vote is over — but the overrides aren’t going…

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Voters approve Countryside and Franklin overrides but reject $9.2 million operating override

Dan Atkinson3 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

Newton residents approved two tax increases for major construction at elementary schools on Tuesday, but rejected a $9.2 million increase…

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Get Out and Vote: What you need to know

Dan Atkinson3 weeks ago3 weeks ago08 mins

On Tuesday, March 14, Newton residents will finally go to the polls to vote on three ballot questions known as…

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Early voting starts today

Dan Atkinson4 weeks ago4 weeks ago07 mins

Although the official voting day for Newton’s three override questions is Tuesday, March 14, residents can start casting their ballots…

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Not just taxes, trust is also on the March 14 ballot

Dan Atkinson1 month ago1 month ago011 mins

In her State of the City address last week, Mayor Ruthanne Fuller devoted a significant amount of time urging voters…

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City CFO: Using one-time money for ongoing needs ‘not fiscally responsible’

Dan Atkinson1 month ago1 month ago012 mins

Gentile disagrees, says it’s not so simple As they’ve made the case for $15 million in new tax revenue through…

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City: Override money would help Newton hit climate goals

Dan Atkinson2 months ago2 months ago010 mins

While a large chunk of a proposed $9.2 million operating override is earmarked for maintaining existing levels of funding for…

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Johnny's Luncheonette in Newton Centre. Photo by Dan Atkinson
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Businesses to mayor: Not a good time for an override

Dan Atkinson2 months ago2 months ago011 mins

As Newton residents consider voting for $15 million in tax increases, many business owners in the city are worried about…

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Officials say tax increase needed to ‘make it all happen’ at new $20M Senior Center

Dan Atkinson2 months ago2 months ago011 mins

Administration touts increases in tax relief for elder residents; nearly 10 percent of seniors below poverty line Last year, Newton…

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Groups form to advocate for, oppose override

Dan Atkinson2 months ago2 months ago010 mins

​​With nearly $15 million in tax increases at stake, local pro- and anti-override are preparing their campaigns to influence Newton…

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