Wanger detailed the book at an event co-hosted by Historic Newton and the Newton Free Library on Thursday.
Metro, Top Story, Politics, Newton
Hundreds Sign Petition Opposing Boylston Street Housing Project
Development plans, proposed for construction at 528 Boylston Street, include building over 244 housing units in a seven-story building.
Newton Override Special Election, Metro, Politics, Newton
Override Vote Failure Would Cause Gap in NPS Budget, Superintendent Says
If it passes, the March 14 election would override Massachusetts’ Proposition 2 ½, which places a cap on annual increases in levy limits.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton Housing Partnership Members Advocate for Greater Availability of Affordable Housing Through Zoning
The City of Newton is currently undergoing the first overhaul of the city’s zoning ordinances in over 60 years, according to its website.
Politics, Newton, Metro
Newton Hosts Food Drive, Celebration for 55th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Event
Speakers—including Jesse Tauriac, associate professor of psychology at Lasell University—called for a commitment to justice in the city.
Metro, Politics, Newton
UPDATE: Newton Follows Mass. Trend as Voters Elect Historic Democratic Candidates
Despite a lack of competition on the ballot, voters had concerns about political and social issues that affect Newton and the nation.
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, 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.
Metro, Newton, Politics, Top Story, Business
Newton Business Chamber Leader Questions Timing of Proposed $15 Million Tax Increase
“But at a time when our employers are battling inflation, wage pressure and a looming recession, a property tax increase feels like a lot to ask of our business community,” Greg Reibman said.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Mayor Details Desired Impact of Proposed Tax Increase on Newton Public Schools at Town Hall
Funds resulting from the increase will mostly go toward funding city projects, with an emphasis on improving the Newton Public Schools.
