The MBTA will temporarily close the Green Line Riverside (D) branch between Kenmore and Riverside, running shuttle buses along the route (except for Beaconsfield) during these closures: September 24-October 2, October 8-16, and October 22-30. Parking lots at Waban and Eliot stations will be not be available during these closures.…
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At a special virtual meeting on Saturday, September 10, the Newton Highlands Area Council voted to approve a letter requesting additional time for community engagement and provide feedback on the Zoning redesign process. Several Area Council members suggested edits — including a reminder that each of the Area Councils is…
Newton Highland Area Council members and residents discussed and debated a proposed letter addressing the new Zoning Redesign and community engagement process that has been launched for Village Center Zoning by the City. Three Area Councils — Waban and Newtonville, and Newton Upper Falls — voted to send a letter…
The Newton Highlands Area Council will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Thursday, September 1 at 7PM. Along with substantive updates on projects — Crystal Lake Bathhouse Beach, 1114 Beacon Street Consistency Request, removal of a tree at Hyde, the Levingston Cove Permit, and the issue of the T skipping local…
The Woman’s Club of Newton Highlands was formed in 1917, and it’s now the only one remaining among many such charitable and social clubs across the villages of Newton a century ago. Club members still meet (on the first and third Wednesdays of the month) at its Workshop, a one-story…
The Newton Highlands Area Council will meet on August 4 at 7PM — in-person at the Brigham House (20 Hartford Street, Newton Highlands) with remote participation by Zoom as well. The agenda includes updates on Zoning Redesign and a proposed expansion of the Hyde veteran memorial. The Council may be…
On July 30 (rain date: July 31) at 2PM, Historic Newton will host a fun, leisurely-paced ride to explore some of Newton’s recreation areas: Crystal Lake, Newton Centre Playground, and the Chestnut Hill Reservoir, once a popular destination for 19th century bicyclists. The six-mile loop starts and ends at Landry’s…
A group of volunteers in the Indian American Community of Newton will host a free event, the second annual India Day in Newton, to celebrate and share Indian culture and heritage at the Hyde Community Center playground (90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands) on August 13, 5PM-7:30PM (rain date: August 21).…
Nine pianos have been donated, decorated, and installed in village centers for everyone’s enjoyment from now until Labor Day. Each piano is a centerpiece of music, art, and community, providing opportunities for residents to connect with their creativity and with each other through planned events and impromptu concerts. The pianos…