Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller said that there is a long way to go before Newton reaches fair and equitable housing.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Comptroller Explains FY 2023 Budget, Elaborates on Technical Details
Newton Comptroller Stephen Curley explained in further detail the fiscal year 2023 budget to the City Council on Wednesday.
Boston, Metro, Politics, Newton
Boston-Area Supermarket Chain Ceases Stock of Russian Products
BazaAr Supermarkets announced that it will cease imports of Russian products on Feb. 28 in light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Metro, Politics, Newton
New YMCA Site Will Not Affect NewCAL Plans Says Public Building Commissioner
The City of Newton will not make major changes to its plans for the Newton Center for Active Living (NewCAL) project despite the YMCA’s recent announcement that it will open a second site in Newton, according to Public Buildings Commissioner Josh Morse, who spoke at a NewCAL community meeting on Thursday.
Politics, Metro
Newton Historical Commission Members Clash Over NewCAL Design at Meeting Thursday
Developers of the West Newton Armory and the Newton Center for Active Living (NewCAL) presented their designs to the Newton Historical Commission (NHC) at a meeting on Thursday, centering on the viability of preserving historical elements without compromising accessibility.
Metro, Politics, Newton
City of Newton Rescinds Indoor Mask Mandate, Residents Respond
Recent winter weather in Newton has created ideal conditions for potholes to fill the city’s streets, according to Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller in a Feb. 6 newsletter. The Newton 311 app, which compiles work orders throughout the city, also addresses the potholes.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Committee Considers Legislative Initiatives as Part of Climate Action Plan
Newton leaders presented ideas for legislation to reduce emissions and promote renewable energy in city residences and businesses at a Zoom meeting Monday night in a discussion on the Climate Action Plan.
Metro, Politics, Newton
U.S. Representative and Newton Mayor Test Ride ‘Pioneering’ Public Ride-Share Service
U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss and Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller took a test ride together on Monday using NewMo, an app providing on-demand public transit in the City of Newton.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Progresses in Affordable Housing Development of West Armory
One year after acquiring the West Newton Armory, the City of Newton recently took the next step in its development, announcing the developers that will convert the century-old fixture on Washington Street into an affordable housing complex.
Politics, Newton, Metro
City of Newton Issues Ban on Nips to Tackle Pollution
The Newton Licensing Commission banned liquor stores and other retail businesses from selling “nips,” alcoholic beverages less than or equal to 100 milliliters, after June 30, 2022, Mayor Ruthanne Fuller announced in her update on Nov. 18. With the ban, the City looks to eliminate environmental waste created by the miniature bottles, according to Emily…
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