For the third event in the “No Kings” series of demonstrations condemning President Donald J. Trump’s administration, at least 2,500 gathered in Newton Centre as millions protested across the country amid heightened tensions over Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions, a government shutdown, and the war with Iran. The turnout…
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Formosa Bun & Dumpling Factory held its long-awaited grand opening in Newton Centre with a celebratory ribbon cutting on March 28. After many months of preparation and a soft launch in early December, the shop had been able to complete takeout orders while waiting for permits to clear. Back then,…
A crowd gathered by the Johnny Kelley statue early on the morning of March 28 for a ceremony both solemn and joyful — part memorial service, part joyful training run for the upcoming Boston Marathon. They gathered to dedicate a bench to the memory of Susan Hurley, founder of CharityTeams,…
Pink tricorn hats festooned with shiny stars and fluffy pompoms were unheard of in the 18th century, but on March 28, at the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds, they were the height of fashion for children attending the Revolutionary Newton program. “That’s amazing,” said 5-year-old Margot, whose parents withheld her last…
Chris Mirabile of Newton Lower Falls has completed his debut mystery novel, The Washashore. The book introduces readers to Silas Lopez, a former Southwest rancher who has become Provincetown’s new police chief. The novel unfolds as a “fish out of water” story, following a rooted westerner experiencing Provincetown and the…
On March 20, Newton South’s Mock Trial team won the Massachusetts Bar Association’s 2026 High School Mock Trial Program, defeating Dover-Sherborn in the final round at Faneuil Hall to take home the state championship. This is Newton South’s second Mock Trial state championship, following its first win in 2008. South’s…
In the Public Safety and Transportation Committee meeting on March 18, City Councilors discussed how the City should respond to federal immigration enforcement, as officials outlined limits to local authority and some Councilors called for clearer guidance. City Solicitor Alissa Giuliani, the City’s chief legal advisor, began by outlining Newton’s…
The “carryforward” item within the Newton Public Schools (NPS) budget — the amount of cash unspent by NPS in the current year, which is then assumed to be expended in the next year’s budget — is a consistent source of confusion, taking much airtime during public budget meetings. NPS continues…
Wonder, a new mix-and-match food hall offering delivery and in-person ordering, opened Thursday, March 19, on Needham Street. Customers streamed in to explore its wide range of culinary options, though the sheer number of choices proved overwhelming for some. Patrick Cartier, market operations director for Wonder’s New England locations, said…
In the middle of budget season, Newton Public Schools (NPS) staff and School Committee members from every ward met to discuss the district’s technology initiatives. The meeting was led by Steve Rattendi, Director of Information Technology and Library Services. This is a role that, as Dr. Nolin pointed out, in…