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Metro, Newton, Politics
Newton Officials Discuss Renovation Plans for NPS Elementary Schools
Three quarters of funds from a proposed tax override will go toward the Newton Public Schools.
Metro, Newton, Politics, Top Story, Business
Newton Business Chamber Leader Questions Timing of Proposed $15 Million Tax Increase
“But at a time when our employers are battling inflation, wage pressure and a looming recession, a property tax increase feels like a lot to ask of our business community,” Greg Reibman said.
Metro, Newton
City Announces $3 Million Investment in Washington Street Renewal Project
The city also hopes to clear the way for more local businesses and artists, and outdoor dining with the strategic allocation of space.
Newton, The T, Top Story, Metro
Green Line Branch Serving Newton to Suspend Service Periodically Throughout Next Six Weeks
The MBTA announced that the Newton-based D Branch of the Green Line will close for 27 days over the next six weeks for safety repairs.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Sees Highest Statewide Primary Turnout in Over a Decade
Newton residents cast the most statewide primary votes since 2006, according to the City of Newton’s website.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton City Council Approves funding For Proposed Senior Center
After four years and more than 300 community meetings, the Newton City Council approved full funding of the proposed Newton Center for Active Living.
Metro, Politics
Newton Mayor Joins Lawyers in Event Surveying Massachusetts’s History of Unfair Housing
Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller said that there is a long way to go before Newton reaches fair and equitable housing.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Architect Details NewCAL Designs Following Vote Not to Landmark Current Senior Center
An architect detailed building plans for a new Newton senior center after a vote last month ruled to not landmark the current facility.
Metro, Politics, Newton
School Committee Approves NPS Budget, Including 17.7 Full-Time Equivalent Job Cuts
The Newton School Committee approved Newton Public Schools’ (NPS) fiscal year 2023 budget by a margin of 8–1.
