The Public Safety & Transportation Committee voted to Approve the following (see Report and watch the Video): The Public Safety & Transportation Committee voted to Hold the following: Councilor Downs presented a working document on options. A request to will be made to the Planning Dept for number of residential…
Posts published in June 2024
The Land Use Committee voted to Approve the following (see Report and watch the meeting Video): The Land Use Committee voted No Action Necessary on the following: The Commissioner of Inspectional Services sought a consistency ruling concerning the location and length of the retaining walls, the heights of the buildings,…
In this year’s Fill the Boot campaign, Newton Fire Department Local 863 and Waltham Fire Department Local 866 raised $12,000 to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and the Dion Foundation for Children with Rare Diseases. In 1954, the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) committed to support the MDA…
We corrected Greg Schwartz kicks off campaign with Rep. Ruth Balser’s endorsement because Marc Laredo has not announced any endorsement in the 12th Middlesex District race.
Newton Fire and Police Departments are seeking information from the public about an apparent case of arson regarding an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) near 85 Dudley Road on Saturday, June 8. The Newton Fire Department responded to multiple 9-1-1 calls about 5:30PM and on arrival found an ATV completely consumed by…
Nolin announces Pledge of Allegiance will commence at School Committee meetings this autumn. The June 10 regular School Committee meeting began with the Superintendent update, during which Superintendent Anna Nolin announced that starting in September 2024, School Committee meetings will begin with a Pledge of Allegiance to the United States…
An enthusiastic crowd of more than 60 people filled the Women’s Club in Newton Highlands on June 11 as Dr. Greg Schwartz officially launched his campaign to succeed retiring State Rep. Ruth Balser, who has endorsed him. Current and former members of the City Council, including President Marc Laredo, were…
It is extremely encouraging to see the Healey/Driscoll Administration’s determination to make public transportation a major priority and was hopeful when the MBTA applied for a Federal ASAP (All Stations Accessibility Program) Grant to address necessary and critical improvements to the Newtonville Commuter Rail Station. It was unfortunate, however, to…
Greg Reibman, President and CEO of the Charles River Regional Chamber, is one of four recipients of the Housing Hero award presented by the Massachusetts Housing Partnership to honor “hard work and unwavering commitment” to supporting MHP’s goal to increase the supply of affordable housing in Massachusetts. MHP said, “He…
Following a gloriously sunny Saturday, the Newton Highlands Neighborhood Area Council (NHNAC), renowned for its organizational expertise, prepared for another successful community celebration — the 47th annual Village Day on Sunday, June 9. The event would also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the NHNAC – the oldest of the four…