Jake Auchincloss Declares Victory In 4th Congressional District Race

This will be Congressman Jake Auchincloss’ second two-year term.

Newton 2022 Election Results: Auchincloss Declares Victory

Newton voters chose to re-elect Jake Auchincloss to represent the Fourth Congressional District.

Newton 2022 Voting Guide: Candidates, Questions, How To Vote

Everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting in Newton for the election Nov. 8.

Charles River Watershed Association Sues EPA Over River Pollution

CRWA claims that the agency has not issued the permits needed to protect the Charles, Mystic, and Neponset Rivers.

Newton City Council Amends Accessory Apartment Ordinance

Councilors approved three targeted amendments and made a minor language clarification.

Where To Get A COVID-19 Booster Shot In Newton

Four clinics will be held in the Druker Auditorium at Newton Free Library starting Monday, Oct. 31.

Newton Health Department To Host 65+ Senior Flu Clinic

This clinic will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Newton Police Warn Residents Of Catalytic Converter Thefts

Newton police know of 66 thefts of catalytic converters in 2022, up from 31 reported through the same period in 2021.

Historic Newton Receives $20K Grant From Mass Humanities

The organization is one of 42 non-profits to receive a grant for projects that will reexamine and reimagine the story of Massachusetts.

Newton Awarded Grants For Pettee Square, Auburndale Affordable Housing

The city will receive $2M from the MassWorks Infrastructure Program and $235K from the MA Department of Housing & Community Development.

Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller Proposes $15M Tax Increase

The proposal involves three property tax overrides, including a general operating override of $9,175,000 and two debt exclusion overrides.

Over 35 Newton Officials Endorse Andrea Campbell For Attorney General

Campbell has received endorsements from Sen. Cynthia Creem, Rep. Ruth Balser, Rep. Kay Khan, Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, and more.

Picket Line Protesting Nuclear War Scheduled In Newton

The Newton picket line will be held on Friday, Oct. 14 from 12-1 p.m. at the office of Rep. Jake Auchincloss.

Newton Launches $3.5M Project To Redesign Washington Street

The goal of the pilot is to make the roadway safer, support public transportation, and create a more vibrant and welcoming boulevard.

Newton Officials Endorse MA Ballot Question 1, The Millionaires Tax

The proposed ‘Fair Share Amendment’ would tax incomes above $1 million and use the funding to improve transportation and public education.

New Exhibit In Newton Highlights 17th Century Native Experiences

The exhibit, “I Heard that Word,” looks at the difficult choices that Indigenous people faced at the hands of unchecked English expansion.

Newton Allocates Another $23M In ARPA Funding

The city has now invested $57 million in ARPA funds out of the $63.5 million received from the state.

Here’s What The MBTA Will Do During Fall Green Line Closures

The closures will take place on a rolling basis from Saturday, Sept. 24 through Sunday, October 30.

EPA To Require Large Properties To Reduce Pollution In Charles River

The effort is expected to dramatically improve water quality throughout the Charles River watershed.

Newton Senior Center Moving To Temporary Locations

The city plans to close most of the programs at the current Senior Center on Thursday Nov. 10 to begin the construction of a new facility.

How Newton Voted In The 2022 MA Primary Election

According to Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, 27 percent, or 15,884, of the City’s 59,672 registered voters cast ballots in the Sept. 6 election.

2022 Newton Primary: Everything To Know About Sept. 6 Election

Thousands have already voted in the first Massachusetts primary election with new voting rules in place.

Rep. Jim Arciero Endorses Mara Dolan For Governor’s Council

Dolan is challenging incumbent Marilyn Petito Devaney in the Democratic primary, which will take place on September 6.

8 Newton City Councilors Endorse Mara Dolan For Governor’s Council

Dolan is challenging incumbent Marilyn Petito Devaney in the Democratic primary, which will take place on September 6.

Newton Historical Commission Rejects Plans For Gershom Hyde House Site

The historical Gershom Hyde House was torn down without warning by developer Ty Gupta.

Newton City Councilors File Tree Protection Ordinance

Several councilors are also proposing a temporary moratorium on tree removals in the city.

Newton City Councilor Says ZAP ‘Not In Consensus’ On Zoning Framework

Ward 3 Councilor at Large Pam Wright said there has been more disagreement among councilors than is being let on.

Newton Is In A Critical Drought Area: Here’s How To Prevent Fires

Residents are asked to be carful when using grills, backyard fire pits, and other open flame activities.

Newton City Council Approves NewCAL Senior Center Plans

According to Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, the city is on track to break ground next year and plans to open the facility in 2024.

Newton Ex-Employee Accused Of Shutting Down Police Department Website

Mayor Ruthanne Fuller said the employee, Steven Smith, took down the department’s website for over a week earlier this summer.

13 Newton City Councilors, Leaders Endorse Quentin Palfrey For AG

Palfrey is a former Assistant Attorney General and was the first chief of the office’s healthcare division.

Newton Councilors Reach Consensus On Village Zoning Framework

The Zoning & Planning Committee’s agreement on framework marks the next step in the city’s zoning redesigning project in Village Centers.

Newton Group Fighting To Keep Trump Off 2024 Ballot

Free Speech for People has launched a campaign asking election officials to keep Trump off the primary ballot due to insurrection.

Here's What Newton Will Get In Latest State Budget

The city will receive $6,807,518 in unrestricted funding and $26,212,526 in Chapter 70 funding for public schools.

Newton Officials Endorse Andrea Campbell For Attorney General

In their endorsements, the local officials cited Campbell's lived and legal experience and her commitment to delivering real progress.

Newton City Council Committees Approve NewCAL Plans

"After more than four years of planning, we are on track to begin construction next spring,” Mayor Ruthanne Fuller said.

Sen. Cynthia Creem Votes To Expand Reproductive Rights

The Senate passed a bill Wednesday to protect providers, residents, and women crossing state lines to receive reproductive health care.

Land Purchase For Newton Senior Center Not Enough: Group

Neighbors for a Better Newtonville has called on the mayor to consider redesigning NewCAL to save the parkland in front of the building.

Newton’s Ban On Nips Now In Effect: What To Know

The ban was passed on November 15, 2021 and went into effect on Thursday, June 30.

Newton Residents Speak Out In Favor of NewCAL Plans

A group of Newton residents have spoken out in favor of the city’s plans to build a new senior center, or Newton Center for Active Living.