LittleDig | Newton MA News and Politics Blog Starting next Sunday April 7th, the Mass Dept of Transportation will begin repaving Highland Ave in Needham and Needham St in Newton.  They’re planning on starting in Needham and working their way to Newton.   Most of the work will occur at night between 9PM – 5AM but some minor work will occur during off-peak day time hours.  The whole project should take two to three weeks.  More details here