Stolen Wedding Ring, Bobcat; Man Flees from Crash; Snow Costs Millions: The Week in Newton

The top stories on Newton Patch this week include:

Stolen Wedding Ring, Bobcat Doors: Newton Police

• The following are excerpts from the Newton police log. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.

Newton Man Arrested for OUI After Fleeing Accident Scene: Newton Police

• The following are excerpts from the Newton police department. an arrest does not indicate a conviction.

Snow and Ice: How Much Does Newton Spend?

• Last year, Newton spent $7.3 million on snow removal. This year, $3.5 million is marked in the budget for it. Will it be enough?

64 Homicides, 755 Overdose Deaths, 3,865 OUIs: State Police Statistics for 2015

• Middlesex County had 12 homicides this year, and 142 suspected heroin overdose deaths.

New Job for the New Year? 20 Near Newton

• If you’re looking for a job, you should be starting with Jobs on Patch.

Newton Home of the Week: Stone Tudor for $3.2 Million

• The tudor style home features a library, and views of the reservoir from every room.

Take Back Your Pills: Newton Offers Safe, Effective Way to Dispose of Prescription Pills

• Newton and the Drug Enforcement Administration helps public prevent pill abuse and theft.

Man Throws Stapler, Hits Lamp, at Crate & Barrel: Newton Police

• Find out who’s seen the inside of a Newton jail cell this week.

What’s Open, Closed on New Year’s Day in Newton

• As you’re preparing to ring in the new year, we have put together a list of holiday hours and closings. Happy New Year!

Freezing Rain Advisory for Newton Wednesday Night into Thursday

• The advisory is in effect from 8 p.m. Wednesday night until 3 a.m. Thursday morning and will make for hazardous travel conditions.

Find Rentals in Newton

• Looking to rent in the Newton area? Start with this list from Zillow.

These Houses Sold (And for This Much) in Newton

• Check what recently sold in Newton real estate.