Newton's Week in Review: Man Tosses Cocaine, Gets Arrested; Newton Among Best Schools; Tops Ashley Madison List

Newton Tops School Districts in Massachusetts ListBoston Magazine released its annual list, based on Education Department statistics.

Newton in Top 100 MA Communities for Ashley Madison AffairsThe data collection (see list below) identified a list of towns and the numbers of users in each community, but did not reveal names.

Newton Needham Chamber Event Notice

Member’s Appreciation Night will take place on Wednesday, September 2nd.

State Officials Confirm First Human Case of West Nile Virus

The man has been identified as living in Middlesex County and is currently hospitalized.B

It’s Not Illegal to Have Sex With a Dead Person in Massachusetts

There’s no law banning necrophilia in Massachusetts. A state rep wants to change that.

BBB Offers Labor Day Travel Tips to Avoid Scams

With Labor Day weekend approaching, consumers will be taking advantage of last-minute deals for one final getaway.

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Map Reveals 480 Natural Gas Leaks in NewtonVIEW map: Hundreds of potentially damaging natural gas leaks have been pinpointed across the city of Newton.

Looking to Rent in Newton?Start with this list from Zillow.

Mass. Shows Gains, And Drops, in Areas of UnemploymentThe Department of Labor announced unemployment numbers that show a decline in some areas, and seasonal gains in others.

New England School of Acupuncture

How are our new Graduates? NESA will miss each of you from the Class of 2015! Congratulations and best of luck!

Deadly Drug Disguised as Candy Spreading Across Country

Local police are warning parents to watch out for “flakka,” which can cause paranoia, “excited delirium” and death, even in small amounts.

Newton Police: Man Gets Into Accident, Allegedly Tosses Several Grams of Cocaine and Heroin Out the Window

The following are excerpts from the Newton police log.

Kickoff! Football, Other Sports, Start This Week

Newton schools football teams started practices on Aug. 24, and all other sports start later this week.

Should Yoga Pants and Leggings Be Banned in Schools?

Some schools are saying no to the style many wear as the school year is set to begin. What do you think about these decisions?

Rotary Club of Newton Installs New President

Newton resident Dr. Indira Desai was installed as President of the Rotary Club., 2015

4-Bedroom Colonial for $920,000 Among Newton Sold Properties

Take a look at what sold, and for how much, in Newton.

Rosamond ‘Rom’ Waters, Newton Resident, Dies at 90

Services are this week.

Was Your Wedding Planned With Boston Eventworks?

If so, you may be looking for a new planner, and wondering why you’re not getting a call back.

The Most Expensive Home on the Market in Newton

The gated estate is going for $9 million.