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‘Newton is not a utopia.’ Task force to review policing
Amid national calls for racial justice, Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller launched a sweeping review of the city’s police force this week.

Advocates demand transparency, community engagement in search for next Newton police chief

Man faces charges after disrupting youth Black Lives Matter demonstration in Newton
Newton police are charging a 55-year-old Needham man with operating a motor vehicle so as to endanger and with failure to use care when starting a motor vehicle, according to a statement Thursday.

Newton’s school nurses call for pay equity with teachers
The union representing Newton’s school nurses is calling on the city to resume talks on a new contract, more than a year after their previous agreement ended, the organization’s president said.

Signs of gratitude for frontline workers sprout up around Newton
Four Newton residents created a program to distribute free lawn signs to people who want to display gratitude for COVID-19 frontline workers.

As Newton gyms reopen, residents differ on whether they’re ready to return
Many Newton indoor gyms and fitness centers — hit hard economically by the pandemic — have reopened.

Their doors may be shut for now, but Newton synagogues say pandemic ‘didn’t close our congregation'
For many Newton synagogues, virtual services add a new spiritual dimension

Newton Food Pantry rises to the challenge of meeting heightened need
Demand at the Newton Food Pantry has tripled since the pandemic, according to Vice President Regina Wu, who said the organization has been offering free groceries to anyone who lives in the city.

From buses to bike routes, Newton reexamines how kids will get to school this fall
“I’m excited just to be able to catch some balls, hit some balls, and just get out there with my teammates.”

Newton mayor calls for civilian review of police after officers, with gun drawn, stop Black resident

Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller said Monday she would form a civilian review board to examine the city’s police department.

Retired Newton police chief Mintz to serve as interim department head, mayor says

Howard L. Mintz will take over for outgoing Police Chief David MacDonald, who will retire July 17.

Newton mourns Sydra Schnipper, 75, former alderman and School Committee member
Sydra Schnipper, a longtime teacher and community leader who served Newton for decades, died Friday, according to her obituary.

Newton Farmers’ Market back in business in Newton South parking lot

Newton to expand to on-street restaurant service, mayor says

As state reopens, Newton eyes ways to restructure transportation

Amid coronavirus, Newton mayor proposes budget that defers investments and initiatives

Review of Riverside — Newton’s other big development proposal — continues apace

Newton’s athletic fields to reopen for youth sports leagues

Newton City Council approves $2 million for COVID-19 Emergency Housing Relief Program

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Lifetimes of inspiration showcased through their art

The exhibit was organized by Newton at Home, a nonprofit dedicated to helping the city’s older residents live in their own homes independently.

Only one side shows up at Northland forum held by League of Women Voters of Newton

Attendees heard from the project’s supporters, after the “no” side withdrew from the event.

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After 2 pedestrians struck, Newton mayor outlines traffic safety measures

“As we lean in to make our roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes safer, we also all have to slow down and pay attention,”Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller said.

Newton honors police lieutenant, store owner for heroic actions during attempted armed robbery

Lieutenant Dave Tempesta visited the West Newton convenience store while off duty to purchase a lottery ticket before his afternoon shift.

In West Newton, landmark proposal raises thorny issues over development

A city councilor’s push to preserve a group of commercial buildings as local landmarks could impact city efforts to revitalize the neighborhood.

After opposition to Albemarle, Newton continues search for proposed senior center’s home

The search for a new home for the city’s senior center — launched shortly after Fuller took office in 2018 — has grown into something of a game of musical chairs.

Newton gets grant to study potential affordable housing at armory

A consultant would be hired to determine the feasibility of converting the West Newton Armory into affordable housing.

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Newton imposes fees for curbside disposal of bulky items starting Feb. 1

Starting Feb. 1, residents will have to pay $20 per item for the curbside collection of large items that can’t be recycled, such as wood furniture, mattresses, rugs, and tables, the department said.