Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 79 and low of 68 degrees.
Thursday: Breezy with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 85, low: 59.
Friday: Sunny; pleasant, less humid, with a high of 77 and low of 49 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Closing out the State House legislative session: What got done? What did not? (figcitynews.com) — Newton's State House delegation is touting millions in new funding for local schools, parks, nonprofits, and infrastructure, while several big issues for residents remain unresolved. From pension obligation bonds and rodenticide limits to PFAS rules, cellphone policies in schools, and energy affordability, lawmakers say they're still negotiating key bills that could significantly affect Newton's budget, environment, and daily life.
• Keller on the uphill climb to sway independents (massterlist.com) — Newton residents following state politics will see independents emerging as the key voting bloc in Massachusetts' upcoming general election, with both parties vying for their support. The piece also lists several civic events and notes new job openings, including a Climate Action Coordinator and Assistant Environmental Planner for the City of Newton, which could shape local environmental policy and planning.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Before You Plant a Tree This Fall, Check Where Your Sewer Line Runs —Rich Sanger Read on Patch
My kitty Nyla has been missing since last Wednesday and was last spotted near 60 Rowena st. Please call me if you see her. 508-525-9687 Frank (Rockledge rd). She is very affectionate (and vocal) and managed to get her collar off. (Nextdoor Newton Highlands North)
Hi, we're in a bit of a bind and could really use a fence. Our autistic twins have been sneaking out quite a bit, and our husky is also quite the escape artist! We're on a tight budget, so I was hoping… (Nextdoor West Newton North)
2Life Communities posted a job opening for Chef De Cuisine in Newton. Apply here.
Pest Assassins posted a job opening for Pest Assassins - Pest Control Technician in Newton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newton here.
🗞 Nearby News
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New Historic Passport Booklet, Historic Houses & Watertown During the Revolution Tour (watertownmanews.com)
Watertown's Matt D'Amico Leaps to Finals of NBC's 'American Ninja Warrior' (watertownmanews.com)
Watertown Superintendent Plans to Leave at End of School Year (watertownmanews.com)
Waltham
2016 Porsche 911 R Bids Past $555K on Bring a Trailer (motorious.com)
Dedham
Dedham Events Mark 25th Anniversary Of 9/11 Terror Attacks (patch.com)
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