Snapshots: A week of protests
Newtonians made their voices heard this week, loudly and clearly. Over the weekend, progressive activist group Newton Indivisible held its weekly protest against the Trump [...]
Nonantum’s Festa begins amid tensions with mayor and a summons
After weeks of controversy surrounding the removal of red, white and green lines from Adams Street in Nonantum, the St. Mary of Carmen Society opened [...]
Seven things to do in Newton this weekend
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that's Festa. And Festa is taking over Nonantum from Wednesday night through Sunday, with [...]
St, Mary of Carmen Society asks mayor to skip Festa
Three weeks ago, Mayor Ruthanne Fuller stepped in a hornet’s nest when she had the Italian flag-colored lines removed from Adams Street in Nonantum, right [...]
Newsmakers: Summer drama and a board appointment
Editor’s note: Newsmakers is a regular feature spotlighting accomplishments of Newton community members, businesses and organizations. 11 young Newtonians take the stage in Weston summer [...]
Nonantum synagogue takes stand against removal of Italian colors
Nonantum’s red, white and green lines saga continues through its third week—as the village prepares for its annual Italian festival next weekend—with neighbors and organizations [...]
Historic Newton to host reading of famous Frederick Douglass speech Sunday
Last week, Newton celebrated the nation’s 249th birthday. This weekend, you can examine that birthday through the lens of slavery and abolitionism. On Sunday at [...]
Six things to do in Newton this weekend
Summer is in full-swing, and the city's full of life, art and rhythm. There's Irish music, chimes, dancing and an open mic party at the [...]
Snapshots: Newton July 4 Celebration
Having July 4 on a Friday with such perfect weather may have been just what Newton needed. Thousands of people showed up to Albemarle field [...]
Newton shares a connection to two classic patriotic tunes
If you go to a Flag Day, Independence Day, or other patriotic celebration, it’s likely you’ll hear the song “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee,” or [...]
Five things to do in Newton this weekend
"Summer means happy times and good sunshine." — Brian Wilson Independence Day weekend is shaping up to be a sizzler, with temperatures reaching into the [...]
Rides, Rockets and Rock and Roll: Here’s how Newton is celebrating July 4
Happy Independence Day, Newton! Friday is July 4, that special day of the year America gets together and celebrates her birthday. The Founding Fathers signed [...]
Newton sculptor Nancy Schon has gone from ducklings to dissent in the Era of Trump
In 1987, Newton artist Nancy Schon crafted her way to fame with her bronze sculpture, “Make Way for Ducklings,” inspired by a children’s book of [...]
Snapshots: Newton caps of Pride with Celebration of Queer Culture
Saturday morning's light rain gave way to a field of rainbows across Hyde Community Center as Newton Pride held its Celebration of Queer Culture, honoring [...]
Rain Delay: Newton Centre Plaza opening and Chalkfest moved to Sunday
The seemingly endless pattern of rainy Saturdays strikes again. With Saturday's weather forecast calling for showers throughout the morning and afternoon, the city is moving [...]