Unofficial results have been released for the contested state-wide races. Newton voters selected the following: Governor/Lieutenant Governor Attorney General Secretary of State State Treasurer State Auditor Question 1: Yes: 18,869. No: 15,635. Question 2: Yes: 26,986. No: 6,893. Question 3: Yes: 17,888. No: 15,108. Question 4: Yes: 24,717. No: 9,593.
Fig City News
On November 4th, Jenn Adams marked her 20th anniversary as News Director at NewTV, Newton’s Community Media Channel (now celebrating 30 years serving the Newton community since 1992). She and her staff of interns have covered local elections, community events, Newton School Committee meetings, Newton City Council meetings (when she…
The proposal to replace turf fields at the two high schools — beginning with Newton South High School — is moving forward. The Parks, Recreation, and Culture Department appeared before the Conservation Commission in October with a short presentation regarding the need to replace Newton South’s field and discussed the…
The Office of Campaign and Political Finance (OCPF) recently issued a Public Resolution Letter to Vicki Danberg’s campaign committee determining that certain campaign expenditures made outside of the campaign’s bank account were not reimbursable and did not comply with campaign finance law. Massachusetts campaign finance law requires all campaign financial…
Last Saturday, Newton’s annual Pumpkin Smash recycled hundreds of holiday pumpkins into future compost. The LigerBots brought their latest robot and their custom-designed contraptions to smash pumpkins in remarkable ways. Also on hand were Newton DPW’s pumpkin catapult, as well as Newton’s Energy Coach and exhibitors from Green Newton, Black…
Last June, the Charles River Food Co-op launched its inaugural membership drive with the goal of reaching 500 Founding Members — each paying $200 one-time or in installments — by October 31. On November 2, that goal was reached, with the encouragement and endorsement of Russo’s Produce. Today the Charles River Food…
Low-income families have until November 15 to claim tax benefits in 2022 by using this simplified tax filing tool. Families entitled to these benefits — Child Tax Credits, Earned Income Tax Credits, and any missing amounts of third stimulus payments — must apply for them by November 15 to receive them.…
Last Saturday, the West Suburban YMCA raised over $130,000 at its Annual Gala to support its programs enabling families of all backgrounds to develop healthy habits, build confidence, and foster strong relationships. The event recognized retiring board chair Ned Morse’s six decades with the Y, and Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller presented Morse with a…
Last week, local news media in Newton was the focus of discussion on Ken Parker’s Common Ground show on NewTV. Participants were Aaron Goldman representing the upcoming Newton Beacon and Amy Sangiolo and Bruce Henderson of Fig City News. You can watch the show on NewTV’s Vimeo.
OPEB Board and Trustees will meet virtually (Zoom link) this morning at 9AM to discuss the frequency of Actuarial Valuation Reports (see Agenda). The Planning and Development Board will meet virtually (Zoom link) TONIGHT at 7PM to receive a presentation and potentially vote on the 2022 Americans with Disabilities Act…