Newton state representatives defend support of controversial legislature audit bill
Nearly two years after Massachusetts voters overwhelmingly backed an audit of the state legislature, Newton’s state representatives are defending their vote to support a bill [...]
Five things to do in Newton this weekend
This week brings the start of August, and with it, the countdown of the back-to-school season. Until then, here are five activities around town to [...]
Meet Akshara Pappu: America’s newest, Newtonian Ninja Warrior
In the reality game show American Ninja Warrior, contestants are faced with grueling obstacle courses testing a combination of their strength, agility, grit and stamina [...]
For more than 25 years, pickup soccer has fostered fun and friendship
If it’s Sunday afternoon, it’s game time. Players lace up their cleats and slip in their shin guards. Orange traffic cones are deployed as goal [...]
Column: Eating around the world without leaving Newton
Even if your summer plans keep you close to home, you can get a taste of the world by shopping at specialty grocery stores in [...]
Guest Essay: My experience as an affordable housing advocate in Newton
I am a rising senior at Newton North High School and have been advocating for affordable housing in Newton for the last two years. I [...]
Newton Public Schools announces interim METCO director
Newton Public Schools announced last week that Blayne Lopes will serve as the interim director of the district’s Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity (METCO) program [...]
Crystal Lake bathhouse gets an artful new look, thanks to Spark Newton
The formerly drab bathhouse at Crystal Lake has gotten a makeover. Spark Newton recently commissioned two new public murals on the outside of the bathhouse, [...]
Blocked: Councilor charters housing development permit discussion
While one attached single-family development was approved by the City Council Monday night, another will have to wait for a vote on its fate. Ward [...]
City Council gives unanimous approval to 14-unit housing project in Upper Falls
A 14-home development in Upper Falls is closer to breaking ground after the City Council approved a special permit for it on Monday night. The [...]
St. Mary of Carmen Society 91st Festa kicks off Wednesday
There are three things we can count on in Newton in July: Fireworks, roadwork detours, and the wildly popular Italian-American Festival at Pellegrini Park along [...]
State reps gift city Declaration of Independence replica
In the summer of 1776, Newton leaders met at the First Church Meetinghouse on the corner of Centre and Cotton streets, to read out loud [...]
Five things to do in Newton this weekend
Summer fun continues, but with temperatures expected to be not quite as hot as last weekend. On tap for your family and friends to enjoy [...]
World Cup passion beams at Tommy Doyle’s
Ryan Fraser sits at the bar at Tommy Doyle’s in Nonantum, wearing the iconic red and white stripes of the U.S. men’s national team. He [...]
Auchincloss tells Fox News leftist primary wins point to frustration, not ideology shift
U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss is drawing a clear distinction between himself and the left wing of his party, especially the democratic socialists who recently won [...]