by Bob Burke | May 5, 2018 | Newton |
Joanne and I received a note from Peg Hannigan’s daughter this morning informing us that Peg passed away peacefully last evening in the Stone Institute’s hospice unit. I’m... by Bob Burke | Apr 14, 2018 | Newton |
This is a 4 part question that’s been on my mind for a long time. I’d like to throw it out there for all the regulars and newcomers to Village 14. I’ll be honest in stating that I hope this leads to related posts by this generally reluctant...
by Bob Burke | Jan 3, 2018 | Newton |
I’m writing to invite everyone to join me, my good friend Councilor Brian Yates, and his many other friends for a festive Sunday afternoon of fun and remembrance to help honor his more than 50 years of trusted and selfless service to the City of Newton. Mark...
by Bob Burke | Dec 20, 2017 | Newton |
Things are winding down with end of year festivities and lighter topics seem appropriate. So, by popular demand, I’m updating and refining my traditional Celtic beef stew recipe. This particular recipe was handed down through generations within my mom’s... by Bob Burke | Nov 3, 2017 | Newton |
I was deeply honored when Brian Yates asked me to narrate his campaign video and when Julia Malakie asked me to provide a short video testimonial for her campaign. I also got a big kick out of watching two fantastically upbeat videos from Ward 6 Councilor Dick... by Bob Burke | Nov 4, 2016 | Newton people |
The Newton Highlands Neighborhood Area Council is proud to announce that Rodney Barker, our longest serving member, will be receiving he prestigious Thelma Fleishman Lifetime Achievement Award for his long time service to Newton’s historic fabric. This award is...
by Bob Burke | Oct 13, 2016 | Newton |
The Newton Highlands Neighborhood Area Council (NHNAC) posts detailed minutes of its monthly meetings on the City’s website. I should know, because I’m the Council’s Secretary and I’ve been drafting these minutes in excruciating detail for... by Bob Burke | Jul 8, 2016 | Newton |
One of my favorite little eateries is gone. According to Boston Restaurant Talk, the Boston Globe and Eater, owner Eric Cormier (who can talk up a storm with anyone!) has shut the doors. He apparently is both happy and sad. Sad to see it go, but happy to spend more... by Bob Burke | Jun 3, 2016 | Newton |
Police report a person exposing themselves on the bike path. The Newton Police Report 9-1-1 log shows a report of Indecent Exposure at 204 North Street along the Charles River Bike path at about 8:40 on Thursday morning. A post on the Newton Mom’s Facebook page...
by Bob Burke | May 31, 2016 | Newton
I’ve posted about the LigerBots for quite some time and there’s good reason: it’s a great program. This is the FIRST Robotics Competition team for both high schools and this week we’re holding an intro night for students interested in joining!... by Bob Burke | May 15, 2016 | Newton |
Today’s Boston Globe Business section includes an interesting piece on the building boom going on today in Boston. According to the data, most of the suburbs are missing out on it. This isn’t because the places are undesirable for housing, but because the... by Bob Burke | Apr 2, 2016 | Newton |
This is just a final reminder about the fundraiser and public information forum we are hosting tomorrow (Sunday), April 3 at 2 pm at the Newton Highlands Congregational Church . This will provide vital support to cover certain outside professional costs essential...