Police Unions Rip Reform Bill, Progress Pleases Baker | Patch PM

Plus: House now leans sideways| Seal becomes shark food | Boston mayor gives up on school before Christmas | More.

Newton Shortens Winter Parking Ban Amid Pandemic: What To Know

The winter night parking ban has been shorted by a month and a half.

Newton High Schoolers Set Up Outdoor Scavenger Hunt To Get Out

The eight Newton South freshmen set up a hunt that just requires a cell phone and some walking shoes at Cold Spring Park.

Empty Chairs Set Up At Newton City Hall To Honor Pandemic Losses

The makeshift memorial outside Newton City Hall is a solemn reminder of more than 140 Newton residents killed by COVID-19.

Turkey Trots Across Greater Boston In 2020

Don't let the pandemic keep you from this holiday tradition.

Coronavirus Outbreak At Newton-Wellesley Hospital: Patch PM

Plus: Brookline to give free coronavirus testing to uninsured | Police memorial controversy | Shark sighting | More.

Newton's Favorite Local Charities Of 2020: List

Local nonprofits have been hard hit in 2020 by the coronavirus pandemic. See a list of Newton's favorite.

Family Offers $10K Reward For Info On Park Murder: Patch PM

Plus: Newton and Waltham aren't happy about MBTA cuts |A massive water main break that stopped traffic for 2 days| More.

Boston Marathon Runner Sculpture Takes Shape In Newton

An artist has been working to transform an old maple tree along the Boston Marathon route into the form of a runner.

Legends of Roxbury

Roxbury Community College Foundation Virtual Fundraiser

Needham To Turn Graffiti Fence Into Community Mural: Patch PM

Plus: Another city trades Columbus for Indigenous People's Day |1 arrested in Halloween fatal stabbing | Holiday Light Show | More.

Newton Senior Center Shut Amid Pandemic, So Seniors Moving Online

"It’s made a real difference in my life during this uncertain time," said one woman.

Police Across Greater Boston Prep For Election Day: Patch PM

Plus: Skeletons in Belmont | $700 tip? | Brothers accused of murder | More.

Newton Sees Highest Number Of Monthly COVID-19 Cases Since April

Much of that is because people have been less cautious, said Newton's health commissioner.

Ways To Help On Make A Difference Day In Newton

One way is to donate time or resources to your local food bank or food pantries.

More Than 16K Newton Voters Have Already Returned Ballots

Based on how turnout has gone so far, Newton's city clerk said he expects overall turnout to be higher than it was for the 2016 election.

'She Has Single Handedly Changed Our Model': Newton Local Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their stories. Presented by Ring.

Incredible Listener, Powerful Advocate: Newton Local Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their stories. Presented by Ring.

I Am Gravely Concerned About Boston College COVID Outbreak: Mayor

"Boston College community members are integrally connected with Newton; they live, shop, dine, work and recreate in our community."

Newton Marks 19th Anniversary Of Sept. 11 Terror Attacks

After a moment of silence, friends and family members of eight Newton residents lost in the attacks spoke about the lives of those lost.

Firefighters Go Out Of Their Way: Newton Local Heroes

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share their amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

RightSize Newton Supports Lawsuit Against Dunstan East Update

RightSize Newton is a grass-roots organization of activist neighbors formed in response to over-development across the city of Newton.

Neighbors File Lawsuit Against Dunstan East 40B Project In Newton

A group of residents who own property near the Dunstan East mixed-use 40B development project in West Newton filed a lawsuit Wednesday.

Newton Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Mormon Church Starts To Develop Carlson Ave Woods In Newton

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints started clearing trees Wednesday on a 5.5-acre parcel of land along Carlson Avenue.

Crystal Lake In Newton Is Open After Bacteria Scare

Crystal Lake reopened for regular activities this weekend after testing high for E. coli and fecal coliform.

Public Health Advisory: Stay Out Of Crystal Lake

High levels of E. coli and fecal coliform bacteria, prompted the city to issue an alert. People and pets should stay out of the water.

Bluebikes Coming to Newton, Expected Later This Summer

The Bluebike sharing network that already runs through Brookline and much of Boston, is expected to extend to Newton by the end of summer.

Newton UFO Sightings: Here's What They Said They Saw

A database of UFO sightings includes 11 reports from Newton, but none since 2016.

246 Newton Residents To Ride In 2020 Pan-Mass Challenge

Locals will participate with the goal of raising funds for cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Commonwealth Avenue Carriageway To Get $5.9M Redesign

MassDOT committed $5.9 million to fund construction of the Commonwealth Avenue Carriageway Redesign Project.

Newton's Crystal Lake Safe Again After Bacteria Count Goes Down

After testing high for bacteria, Crystal Lake is back open for boating and is once again safe for your dog to romp through - for now.

Newton Juneteenth Rally, March To Draw Hundreds

"We have marched for civil rights. We have marched for equality. Now we march for justice," said organizer Daniela Divo.

Newton Nomadic Theater Hosts Secret Drive-In Concert

Newton Nomadic Theater used pickup trucks as a stage for the band that performed for concertgoers in the old Marshall's parking lot.

Newton Coronavirus Count Continues To Slow

In the past week two more people died after testing positive for the virus, but that number is down from previous weeks.

Newton Community Education Cancels Sports Camps, Goes Online Only

The self-sustaining arm of the Newton Public Schools that is Newton Community Education is transitioning this summer to online courses.

Newton Teen Creates Tool For Black Lives Matter Movement

The Newton South junior said she created it as a resource for those wanting to demand justice from law enforcement in Minneapolis.

Newton Fire Department Rescues 6 Ducklings

Some of Newton's youngest residents made a wrong turn and ended up in a storm drain.

Newton Cancels July 4 Festivities Amid Coronavirus Concern

"This is a disappointing decision but the right one for Newton," Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller said.

Coronavirus-Related Deaths Rise Above 100 In Newton

​The number of Newton residents who have tested positive for the virus rose to 710 people, as of May 19, six more than the day before.