Newton’s Design Review Committee voted unanimously to approve a site plan for the remodel of Horace Mann Elementary School on Wednesday.
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Newton’s Zoning and Planning Committee Passes Construction Electrification Ordinance
Newton’s Zoning and Planning Committee passed a measure requiring electrification of newly constructed buildings and extensive renovations.
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Newton Zoning and Planning Committee Holds Public Hearing for Proposed Electrification Ordinance
Newton’s Zoning and Planning Committee held a public hearing concerning electrification ordinance set to limit fossil fuels in Newton.
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Families Navigate Problems In Newton Schools During Canceled February Break
Newton’s schools are in session, but learning is different during the week that would have been the district’s February vacation.
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Public Buildings Commissioner Outlines Public Utility Projects Amounting to $265.5 Million
Public Buildings Commissioner Josh Morse presented plans amounting to $265.5 million to the Newton Public Utilities Committee Wednesday.
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Mayor Fuller Voices Confidence in Newton’s Future at State of the City Address
Mayor Fuller expressed her confidence in the city’s future despite recent challenges in her State of the City address.
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Newton’s Zoning and Planning Committee Discusses Preservation of Existing Homes in Newton
Newton’s Zoning and Planning Committee discussed amendments to zoning laws to enhance the preservation of existing homes on Thursday night.
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City Council and School Committee Discuss Budget, New Communication Platform in Joint Meeting
Newton’s City Council and School Committee discussed budgeting and a new communication platform for parents in a joint meeting Monday night.
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Public Safety and Transportation Committee Discusses Resident Appeals Against No-Parking Zone, Bicycle Only Access
Newton’s Public Safety and Transportation Committee (PST) addressed Newton residents’ appeals to get rid of a no-parking zone along Farwell Street and an appeal to restrict access to Centre Street to only bicycles.
Politics, Newton
Newton City Council Puts $11 Million Into Infrastructure Improvements
Newton City Council unanimously voted to allocate over $11 million in available funding to improving city infrastructure and Newton Public Schools at its meeting Monday night.
