Newton Police stopped Black Newton Parent at Gunpoint Minutes Away from His Home
Dear Newton North Community, Thursday, I shared my concerns about recent student social media posts, and I am writing to follow up on that letter. As I mentioned, recent events have led us all to think more deeply about racism and how it manifests itself in society-at-large, and also here in Newton. The recent incident, […]
Where are the POC in the Newton Police Force?
I participated in my first rally today at the Line Up for Black Lives in Newton. I’m particularly focused on systemic racism and I’ve always wondered why there are no visible people of color in the Newton police force. Are the POC in the police force all … admin? Are there no POC actual police […]
Newtonville Books Will CLOSE if New Senior Center is Built
From Newtonville Books Newsletter: Many of you are aware of the City’s interest in building a new senior center on the triangle parking lot in Newton Centre. The City maintains this website with all the information about these ambitions, which have been narrowed down to either renovating the existing senior center in Newtonville, or building […]
Free Meals at NNHS
Free Meals ? The student Grab & Go Meal program has been expanded to provide FREE breakfasts and lunches to ALL Newton residents. Three days’ worth of breakfast and lunch will be offered, and you can pick up for friends and neighbors, too! ? The locations are at the NNHS theater entrance, the NSHS main […]
Zoom Session for NSHS AP Chinese Class Crashed by Anti-Asian Racists
Dear Newton North Community, Yesterday a group of intruders joined a Zoom session during a Newton South AP Chinese class and proceeded to spew vile, hate-filled images and speech directed at our students and teacher. The actions were racist and hate-filled. This incident is an attack on our Asian community, Newton South and Newton Public […]
Where to Buy Masks Locally
Tony The Tailor just over the Wellseley Line at 21 Washington Street by CVS has made simple cloth masks? with elastic ear holders . There are some for ready sale – sized small, medium, or large ($5) OR you can custom order. 781 239-3593 Open daily 8 am – 3 pm Monday thru Saturday […]
Substance Abusein Massachusetts
Hi everyone. My name is Sidnie Kulik and I am a junior at the Noble and Greenough School in Dedham, MA. This past year, I have been taking an online medical problem solving class with an organization called Global Online Academy. As a part of our final project, we are supposed to address a health […]
New Art Center Needs Our Help
New Art Center needs our help. If you are able to, please consider making a donation or buying a gift certificate. New Art Center is also offering online classes in response to COVID-19. New Art at Home! In the wake of the ever-changing state of the COVID-19 epidemic, we appreciate the support and care we […]
Guides to Newton
Best Food That Delivers to Newton
So my criteria for “delivery” is that the restaurant has its own delivery service — i.e. you can order delivery directly from the restaurant. The delivery has to be executed within an hour of ordering. I asked my mom friends for their favorite delivery restaurants and, to be honest, we are all in the same […]
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Foodie Guide to Boston’s Chinatown
I keep running into my friend Stella in Chinatown even though we both live here in Newton so I am calling upon her expertise to help me with this guide to Chinatown in Boston. It’s a little mystifying to find the best of the best in Chinatown. We usually agree, but when we don’t, I’m […]
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Foodie Finds Near Newton
I am lucky to have foodie friends?and these are some of the discoveries I have made living in Newton for the past 10+ years by asking them. And the funny thing is, some of these are new to me too! How about you? What foodie finds have I missed? Please share in the comments section! […]
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Best Club Soccer in Newton
Do we think that because a child is playing competitive soccer at 8 and 9, it will equate into success at 17 and 18? In fact, the opposite is more likely to occur, as we are finding that there are a lot more kids dropping out of soccer because the pressure to succeed has been […]
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A Fairly Comprehensive List of Supplemental Math Classes
Are you looking for math classes for kids either to catch them up or to get them ahead? Math classes can also be a more affordable option instead of private tutoring. There are many choices for ?math classes in Newton. I think it’s all about fit; matching the right class to each child so I’ve […]
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Swim, play, and create at Fessenden Day Camp
Dr. Dax Geunther
Nonantum Boxing Club
Mt. Auburn Cemetery Open Again
They? are open for noon to 7 PM No dogs or bicycles.? They do have a bike rack.? Great place for birding. As of June 1, 2020 the Cemetery grounds are open to all visitors 12 – 7 pm every day.?We ask all visitors to respect our rules and preserve the sanctity of the Cemetery. […]
$5000 Prize: 28 Austin Mural Competition
Austin Street Partners recently?transformed a neglected municipal parking lot into?new mixed-income housing?and a?new public plaza?at?28 Austin?Street in Newtonville, MA. Austin Street Partners now invites experienced mural and street artists to?submit designs by August 1, 2020?for a mural to be painted on the brick wall facing the plaza.?The winning artist must complete the painting of the […]
Newton Police stopped Black Newton Parent at Gunpoint Minutes Away from His Home
Dear Newton North Community, Thursday, I shared my concerns about recent student social media posts, and I am writing to follow up on that letter. As I mentioned, recent events have led us all to think more deeply about racism and how it manifests itself in society-at-large, and also here in Newton. The recent incident, […]
Ethnicity Make Up in Newton MA 2010
From Newton Patch: Many cities and towns are a mix of culture and ethnic background among its residents, but some more diverse than others. According to the latest Census statistics available (which is 2010), Newton’s population made up of: 82.3% white 2.5% African American 0.1% American Indian and Alaska native 11.5% Asian 0% Hawaiian 2.4% […]
Where are the POC in the Newton Police Force?
I participated in my first rally today at the Line Up for Black Lives in Newton. I’m particularly focused on systemic racism and I’ve always wondered why there are no visible people of color in the Newton police force. Are the POC in the police force all … admin? Are there no POC actual police […]
Newtonville Books Will CLOSE if New Senior Center is Built
From Newtonville Books Newsletter: Many of you are aware of the City’s interest in building a new senior center on the triangle parking lot in Newton Centre. The City maintains this website with all the information about these ambitions, which have been narrowed down to either renovating the existing senior center in Newtonville, or building […]
Free Meals at NNHS
Free Meals ? The student Grab & Go Meal program has been expanded to provide FREE breakfasts and lunches to ALL Newton residents. Three days’ worth of breakfast and lunch will be offered, and you can pick up for friends and neighbors, too! ? The locations are at the NNHS theater entrance, the NSHS main […]
Newton During the Time of the Spanish Flu
This is from my old neighbor who has done a lot of research tracking his ancestors. He shares a historical perspective of the last pandemic on the residents of Newton — the Spanish Flu. ——- I was curious about the impact of the last pandemic on the residents of Newton. I decided utilize my experience […]
Zoom Session for NSHS AP Chinese Class Crashed by Anti-Asian Racists
Dear Newton North Community, Yesterday a group of intruders joined a Zoom session during a Newton South AP Chinese class and proceeded to spew vile, hate-filled images and speech directed at our students and teacher. The actions were racist and hate-filled. This incident is an attack on our Asian community, Newton South and Newton Public […]
Where to Buy Masks Locally
Tony The Tailor just over the Wellseley Line at 21 Washington Street by CVS has made simple cloth masks? with elastic ear holders . There are some for ready sale – sized small, medium, or large ($5) OR you can custom order. 781 239-3593 Open daily 8 am – 3 pm Monday thru Saturday […]
