The city must adopt certain zoning ordinances by Dec. 31, 2023 to remain compliant with MBTA guidelines and thus remain eligible for funding.
Food, Metro, Business, Newton
100-Year-Old Market Boasts Rare Specialty Treats in Newton Highlands
The Walnut Market, situated on Lincoln Street, sits between colorful storefronts and small colonial-style homes.
Metro, Newton
Newton to Ban Retail Use of Black Plastic, Other Single-Use Plastic and Waste
The amendment, which bans black plastic take-out containers and mandates reusable cutlery and plates, will take effect in March 2024.
Business, Newton, Metro
Story Starters Assists Parents in Discussions of Race With Young Children
A Newton-based organization called Story Starters focuses on cultivating family conversations about various works of literature to address wide-reaching issues like racial and socioeconomic inequality. “I’m involved and interested in this work because I’m a parent who knows how much it’s needed,” Ellie Axe, director of Story Starters, said. “I needed the information that Story…
Metro
Newton Teachers Association, Parent/Educator Collaborative Demonstrate at School Committee Meeting
The NTA and Newton Public Schools (NPS) are currently negotiating a new contract after the previous contract’s expiration on Aug. 31.
Metro, Politics, Newton
Newton City Council Candidates Advance to November Municipal Election
Two candidates for Ward 2 and Ward 6 advanced to November’s municipal election, where voters will select respective ward councilors.
Metro, Newton
UPDATE: Bicyclist Killed in Newton Car Crash Involving UPS Driver Identified
NPD will work with state law enforcement agencies to look further into the accident, according to the statement.
Metro, Top Story
Newton Police Arrest Suspect in Connection With Triple Homicide
Local officials said that the attack appears to be random, and there is no clear connection between Ferguson and the victims.
Metro
Countryside Elementary School Building Committee Submits Plans for New Construction
The new site farther to the north would place the school building on higher ground to avoid mass flooding, according to the project webpage.
Politics, Metro
Newton Zoning and Planning Committee Reviews Version 2.0 of Zoning Maps
The new zoning maps are part of updated zoning laws in the city, which have not received any major zoning updates in over 30 years.
