A microgrant program aims to assist Newton residents in funding their environmentally friendly smaller-scale sustainability projects.
Metro, Newton
Newton to Ban Retail Use of Black Plastic, Other Single-Use Plastic and Waste
The amendment, which bans black plastic take-out containers and mandates reusable cutlery and plates, will take effect in March 2024.
Newton, Metro, Business
Story Starters Assists Parents in Discussions of Race With Young Children
A Newton-based organization called Story Starters focuses on cultivating family conversations about various works of literature to address wide-reaching issues like racial and socioeconomic inequality. “I’m involved and interested in this work because I’m a parent who knows how much it’s needed,” Ellie Axe, director of Story Starters, said. “I needed the information that Story…
Business, Features, Newton, Metro
Newton Marijuana Dispensary Redefines the Meaning of Family Business
A new type of family business has set up shop in Newton. The Green Lady Dispensary celebrated its grand opening.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton City Council Candidates Advance to November Municipal Election
Two candidates for Ward 2 and Ward 6 advanced to November’s municipal election, where voters will select respective ward councilors.
Metro, Newton
City Shrinks Eligible Customer Base for NewMo Following Decrease in Funding
Newton in Motion, reverted its pool of eligible users to select groups in the city, due to a decline in outside funding and grants.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Teachers Association, Newton School Committee Reach Impasse in Negotiations
After a year of negotiations, the Newton Teachers Association (NTA) and the Newton School Committee (NSC) are at odds.
Metro, Newton
Historic Newton’s Upcoming Documentary Explores a 19th Century Experiment in Education
An exhibit in Newton’s City Hall explores the Allen School, the subject of Historic Newton’s upcoming documentary, An Uncommon Education.
Newton, Politics, Metro
Newton Zoning and Planning Committee Prepares to Publish Third Version of Rezoning Maps
Councilor Crossley, Zoning and Planning Committee chair, refuted claims that the city hasn’t been transparent about its rezoning process.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Candidates Vying for Newton City Council Seats Focus on Zoning Redesign
Candidates for Newton City Council from Ward 2 and Ward 6 addressed the city’s ongoing rezoning plans during two debates.
