Scott Hayes, the alleged shooter in a violent incident at a pro-Israel protest last fall, will avoid trial if he follows probation conditions.
Newton Man Arrested in Rowley Drug Bust
Police arrested a Newton man for suspected drug possession and distribution in a bust following a suspected opioid overdose in Rowley, Mass.
Dinorá Justice Blends Feminism, Nature, and Art in ‘Seeing As We Are’ Exhibition
On Tuesday evening, the Newton Cultural Alliance hosted a talk with Dinorá Justice, a Brazilian American and locally-based artist.
I-STONE Shines in Newton, Providing Crystals, Culture, and Community Spirit
Beverly Goldstein, owner of Natural Sense, decided to close her shop last March. I-STONE, a family crystal business, opened in its place.
Newton School Committee Could Face Legal Penalties as Funding Cuts Loom
Newton School Committee warned that it will either risk legal penalties for moving forward with an unbalanced budget or cut the difference.
Newton Allocates $2 Million in “Free Cash” to Health Insurance, Citing Rising Costs
The City of Newton’s Finance Committee voted to allocate $2 million in “free cash” to pay for increases in health insurance costs next year.
Newton To Make Improvements to Crystal Lake After Erosion Damage
After years of stormwater runoff eroding the beach at Crystal Lake, Newton will install a new drainage system to prevent future damage.
Housing Experts Call for Enforcement of MBTA Communities Act at BC Law Panel
BC Law’s Initiative on Land, Housing, and Property Rights hosted a panel for housing experts to discuss the MBTA Communities Act
Facing Fiscal Challenges, Mayor Fuller Presents “Responsible” Budget for FY26
Newton Mayor Fuller presented a $623 million budget for fiscal year 2026 in her annual report, warning of economic uncertainty for the city.
Newton Engineers Work To Repair Bullough’s Pond Dam, Citing Flooding Risk
Engineers for Newton are repairing the Bullough’s Pond Dam in Newtonville, according to the Newton Public Facilities Committee.