Thus far, the city is doing a great job at showing their proposals, but they must also address whether they managed the existing money well.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton to Use Proposed Tax Increase for Sidewalk and Road Improvements, Officials Say
The proposed increase would allocate $1.4 million toward funding street and sidewalk paving and improvements.
Newton, Metro
Newton Officials Discuss Impact of Proposed Tax Hike on Parks, Recreation Areas, and Trees
City officials highlighted how the tax hike would impact public spaces like parks, courts, and fields in a presentation.
Metro, Newton
Domestic Violence Awareness Webinar Discusses Strategies For Recognizing and Preventing Abuse
Speakers of the webinar discussed topics like warning signs of abuse and some barriers that prevent survivors from accessing support.
Newton, Politics, Metro
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.
Food, Newton, Metro
Donut Villa Offers Diners a Taste of the Unexpected With Unconventional Savory-Sweet Combos
It serves a range of traditional and inventive donuts, including a Donut Breakfast Sandwich and Pizza Donut, as well as other food options.
Metro, Business, Newton
Newton Plans Accessibility and Safety Upgrades in Pettee Square Using Investments Totaling $3 Million
The proposed improvements will include a raised intersection and crosswalks, ADA-compliant curbs, and new concrete sidewalks.
Newton, Metro
Residents, Families Across Newton Get Ready to Eat, Drink, and Be Scary This Halloween
With the holiday fast approaching, The Heights set out to discover how Newton residents will be spending their Halloween.
Metro, Newton
Residents Return Unused and Expired Medications on Biannual Take-Back Day
Whether it’s through break-ins or theft by family members, at least 90 people have reported stolen medication to NPD over the past 20 years.
Metro, Newton
Newton Police Official and Non-Profit Leaders Discuss Local Impact of Domestic Violence
In Newton and across the country, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, aiming to raise awareness about intimate partner violence. About one in three women and one in four men report having experienced domestic violence in their lifetimes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
