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In Newton, a bitter clash erupts over renaming Columbus Day
The holiday that celebrates the Italian explorer would be replaced by Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Amid pandemic, a blank wall in Newtonville blooms with public art
"It’s really just to get people to stop, take a breath and look at things a little differently,” said Destiny Palmer, who was chosen to create the mural.

State to head up contact tracing at Boston College amid COVID-19 outbreak
The unprecedented move is an effort to “more effectively” coordinate tracing work among the towns of Newton, Brookline, and Boston, which surround BC, and ensure that the state’s infection rate remains low, Governor Charlie Baker said.

Newton mayor relays concerns about rising COVID-19 cases to Boston College officials

‘Myriad of technology issues’ marks Newton’s first day of school
The schools’ director of information technology and library services said most of the issues were with making sure users could access online systems.

Newton has until Dec. 31 to decide on purchasing armory, mayor says
Newton has until year’s end to decide whether to purchase the West Newton Armory on Washington Street, a property Mayor Ruthanne Fuller has long sought to turn into affordable housing.

Chambers of commerce complain about state’s $2 million ‘buy local’ campaign
Chambers of commerce complain about state’s $2 million ‘Buy Local’ campaign

Jake Auchincloss, newly minted Fourth District nominee, leans into pragmatism
The nine-member School Committee, which includes Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, is expected to vote on the proposed plan Wednesday during a public meeting starting at 7 p.m.

Newton high schools, middle schools to open remotely in fall
The nine-member School Committee, which includes Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, is expected to vote on the proposed plan Wednesday during a public meeting starting at 7 p.m.

EDITORIAL
Tear down this paper wall, Newton
Rules that prohibit multifamily housing have divided America, keeping poor people out of prosperous suburbs and fueling racial segregation in public schools. Cities like Newton chose to erect those barriers generations ago — and now they should choose to take them down.

In Newton, proposal would end single-family only zoning in large swaths of city

Teachers cast ‘no confidence’ vote for superintendent
“The plan was to open the schools with far too many unanswered questions,” said Michael Zilles, president of the Newton Teachers Association.

Newton may reconsider city seal over its depiction of Native Americans
Newton’s mayor wants to rethink the city’s long-standing official seal because of its depiction of a white man standing over Indigenous people.

Newton’s Senior Center to stay put, mayor says
After more than two years of work searching for a new home, Newton’s Senior Center will stay put in its current Newtonville location, according to Mayor Ruthanne Fuller.

Bluebikes will expand into Arlington, Chelsea, Newton, Revere, and Watertown

At a time of soul-searching on race, Newton turns to retired judge to lead policing review

Local movie theaters ask patrons to ‘Save Your Cinema'

Newton South High School offering antiracism training for educators

Three abutters appeal Dunstan East 40B development in West Newton

‘Newton is not a utopia.’ Task force to review policing

In Newton, proposal would end single-family only zoning in large swaths of city

MORE NEWTON HEADLINES

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.