Wolves, leopards and other creatures roamed Capt. John Ryan Park in West Newton on Tuesday, August 6, on the hunt for tempting prey: Free Cabot’s ice cream! The “animals” — local kids who had their faces painted by Nuria Navarro — enjoyed the frozen treats at the Newton Police Department’s…
Posts published in August 2024
Newton is more than just my hometown; it’s the community that shaped who I am today. Growing up here, I’ve seen both the challenges our city faces and the immense potential within our community and its residents. We need proactive, bold leadership to harness this potential and address the pressing…
I’m running to be the next State Representative for the 11th Middlesex District. I served for 20 years as a Newton City Councilor and currently work at the Attorney General’s office as a consumer specialist in housing. This is a critical time as we face a number of challenges: a…
On December 18, 2023, the Newton City Council updated the 1999 Newton Tree Preservation Ordinance (TPO). The revised TPO applies to private properties and protects trees that are six inches and larger in diameter at breast height (DBH, 4.5 feet above ground). Removal of all trees requires one of two…
In early spring this year, the City of Newton released an online Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) survey for residents and employees to complete. Open for community input until May 31, the survey included questions about various experiences regarding race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, disabilities, etc., and it…
The Massachusetts Governor’s Council, or Executive Council, is a governing body that provides advice and consent to the Governor of Massachusetts on matters such as judicial nominations, pardons, and commutations. Composed of eight councilors and the Lieutenant Governor, who serves ex officio, or as the result of one’s position, the…
Highlights this Week: City Council Public Safety & Transportation Committee will meet on Wednesday to discuss parking on-street and in municipal lots. Topics include permits, time limits, street sweeping, odd/even parking days, removing parking, overnight parking bans, costs of parking tickets, and comparisons with neighboring communities. Schools There are no School…
Public Safety & Transportation Committee will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Wednesday, August 7 at 7PM. The agenda includes a policy discussion, review, and possible actions related to parking on-street and in municipal lots. Topics include permits, time limits, street sweeping, odd/even parking days, removing parking, overnight parking bans, costs…
There are no School Committee meetings scheduled for this week.
Planning & Development Board will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, August 5 at 7PM. The agenda includes the following: Newton Farm Commission will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Thursday, August 8 at 7PM. The agenda includes the following: Newton Upper Falls Historic District Commission will meet virtually (Zoom link)…
Traffic Council voted (5-0) to approve the following (see Report and watch NewTV video): The Traffic Council voted to Hold the following:
The following potential project/proposal is scheduled to meet with the Development Review Team (DRT) this week (see DRT Snapshot):