I am writing to express my strong support for Bill Humphrey for 12th Middlesex State Representative. Bill is a good listener and will improve life for everyone in Massachusetts, not just a select few. He will take your concerns seriously and work tirelessly to fix the broken legislature. Bill has…
Posts published in August 2024
Greg Schwartz would be a terrific State Rep. I followed closely his work while he was on the Council at Newton, and he was superb. He didn’t seem to have an agenda but just to think about each issue from scratch and doing what’s best for the town. Emanuele ViolaNewton Highlands
Having worked closely on the Newton City Council with all three of my former colleagues now vying for the 12th District State Representative seat, I believe Councilor Rick Lipof will be the most effective state legislator for Newton and Brookline. Rick is a community builder, a listener and a problem solver. His…
The Woman’s Club of Newton Highlands (72 Columbus Street, Newton Highlands) is available for rental for events or meetings. This one-story, pine-paneled meeting hall can be set up with chairs for up to 100 people, or with chairs and tables for up to 68 people. Contact Bernadette at bbennett@bu.edu. An application…
With Amy Sangiolo succeeding Kay Khan, Newton once again has an opportunity to be represented by an outstanding progressive woman at the State House. As her colleague on the Newton City Council (Board of Aldermen) for 12 of her 20 years of service, and given her work with the state’s…
I am writing to encourage people to vote for Greg Schwartz for State Representative. Greg has deep legislative experience in areas like public finance, public safety, retirement plans, environmental sustainability, housing development, and transit. But here’s the most important thing: If you talk with Greg’s former colleagues in the City…
Northland Development is proposing significant modifications to its Needham Street project, the company announced on August 15. Citing changes in the real estate market, Northland said it intends to replace all of its planned office space in the Saco-Pettee Mill with additional housing units, bringing the total number of units…
As soon as Veronica Burton felt Odyssey Sims rise up for a short jumper, the Connecticut Sun guard tossed her hands up, smothering the shot attempt of her Los Angeles Sparks matchup. Not a flashy pass or shifty crossover — but exactly the type of defense that’s become the Newton native’s calling card.…
On August 15, Superintendent Anna Nolin and the Newton School Committee met for approximately three hours to finalize planning for the 2024-2025 school year and formally introduce new hires from the Superintendent’s office. All nine School Committee members, except Vice Chair Emily Prenner (Ward 5), were present at the meeting.…
I support Rick Lipof for State Representative because he is an effective advocate for tackling the housing and climate crises. Rick’s tenure as Chair of Newton City Council’s Land Use Committee has given him a deep understanding of how to add both affordable and “missing middle” housing. He helped gain…