On Wednesday night, Newton residents gathered to discuss the health implications of marijuana at the forum “Wondering About Weed?”.
Metro, Politics, Featured Story, Newton
With Newton Ballot Question, Voters Could Opt-Out of Marijuana Establishments
The Newton City Council voted on Sept. 7 to allow a question on the November ballot that would allow voters to “opt-out” of having recreational marijuana establishments in Newton. The vote to put the question on the ballot was proposed after a group of Newton residents organized to protest the addition of recreational marijuana establishments to the community.
Metro, Newton
Newton Power Choice Offers Greener Electricity
The city of Newton is in the process of developing an electricity aggregation plan called Newton Power Choice. Once implemented, the program will increase the amount of renewable energy available to residents.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Residents Work to Preserve Webster Woods
On Monday, the Webster Woods Advisory Panel held their first meeting to begin discussion on possible avenues to preserve portions of Webster Woods acquired by Boston College in 2016.
Metro, Newton
Newton Inspires Shines a Light on Community Talent
During the annual lecture series, 16 members of the Newton community spoke about everything from the Big Bang Theory to watercolors.
Metro, Newton
At the Street in Chestnut Hill, Barry’s Boston Brings Fitness Junkies Community
In The Street at Chestnut Hill’s newest boutique workout option, Barry’s Bootcamp Boston, the minutes are long, but the hours are oh so short.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Ruthanne Fuller and Scott Lennon Come out on Top in Newton Primary Election
On Tuesday night, Ruthanne Fuller and Scott Lennon we selected by the people of Newton as the two candidates who will compete in the upcoming mayoral race.
News, Metro, Top Story, Newton
Newton Passes Sanctuary City Ordinance
At the City Council meeting on Tuesday night, councilors passed an amendment to the “Welcoming City” ordinance that granted Newton sanctuary city status.
Metro, Politics, Newton
City Councilors Discuss Newton’s Sanctuary City Status
“We are not in the business of picking people up for immigration violations … end of story,” said one councilor.
Business, Newton, Metro
YogaWorks for All in Chestnut Hill
Earlier this week, Yogaworks opened its third studio at The Street in Chestnut Hill hoping to spread their message that Yoga works for everyone.
