Wednesday: Partly sunny and warmer, with a high of 83 and low of 60 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• What's Up in Newton – Week of 6/21/2026 (figcitynews.com) — Newton’s civic calendar is packed this week, from a key public meeting on the Newtonville commuter rail accessibility project to School Committee talks with the teachers’ union and multiple City Council committee sessions. Residents can also weigh in on arts, trees, energy, and historic demolitions, and enjoy Nonantum Village Day on Sunday. Check dates, locations, and topics before you head out.
• Red Sox promote Newton native, power-hitting prospect Jack Winnay to Double-A Portland (yardbarker.com) — A Newton, Mass. native is climbing the Red Sox ladder, as corner infielder Jack Winnay has been promoted from High-A Greenville to Double-A Portland after a power surge at the plate. The Belmont Hill alum’s strong on-base skills and improving power now rank him among Boston’s notable prospects. His next challenge begins this week with the Sea Dogs in Hartford.
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