by Gail Spector | Oct 28, 2016 | Legendary Locals, Newton
I will be speaking at the Newton Free Library on Tuesday, Nov. 1 about “Legendary Locals of Newton.” In addition to talking about notable people who hail from Newton, I’ll talk about some of the people who didn’t make the book. I’ll also... by Gail Spector | Oct 26, 2016 | Newton people |
Boston Magazine has an article this month about all the performing arts celebrities who hail from Newton. I never heard of a lot of the people but it’s still a fun read. The author links Newton’s celebrities with the schools and the Office for Cultural...
by Gail Spector | Oct 22, 2016 | Newton, parks |
I’m very happy to see that the city is beginning work on renovating (using CPA funds) the Newton Highlands Playground, behind Tedeschi’s on Dedham and Centre Streets. I’ve lived down the street from the park for 25 years and it’s always been... by Gail Spector | Oct 13, 2016 | Education, Elections |
In this week’s Newton TAB, Editor Andy Levin urges voters to vote yes on Question 2, a ballot initiative that would allow for up to 12 more charter schools per year. A couple of excerpts: “According to Stanford University’s Center for Research on Education... by Gail Spector | Sep 30, 2016 | Business, City Hall, development |
The following comes from Barney Heath, director of planning and development: After serving in the position since February of 2014, Nancy Hyde has decided to move on from her position as Director of Economic Development. We are proud of the many accomplishments that...
by Gail Spector | Sep 25, 2016 | Charlie Baker, Newton, Presidential election |
Globe West featured this question in its “The Argument” column: Should Governor Charlie Baker support a candidate in the presidential race? Pro and cons are provided by Republicans. I don’t understand why the media isn’t pressing Baker on this.... by Gail Spector | Sep 22, 2016 | Newton, traffic |
According to the Boston Globe, the state will shut down a section of Rte. 128 in November while they demolish the Highland Ave Bridge. The closure is expected to take place from Nov. 4 – 6. Plan your vacations now. by Gail Spector | Sep 9, 2016 | Newton |
According to the Boston Globe, Marilyn Devaney won 48% of the vote in the Democratic primary, compared to William Humphrey’s 30% and Peter Georgiou 22%. Humphrey won Newton though with 57%. Devaney got 30% and Georgiou got 12%. Congratulations to Bill for his...
by Gail Spector | Sep 8, 2016 | Elections |
The following offices are on the ballot today: Representative in Congress, Governor’s Councilor, State Senator, State Representative, Middlesex County Sheriff. Don’t forget to vote and then come back here and tell us what number voter you were in your... by Gail Spector | Sep 7, 2016 | Newton, Public safety, traffic |
Press release from Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan’s office: Middlesex County District Attorney Marian Ryan has announced that a Middlesex County Grand Jury has indicted Bradford Casler, 55, of Newton, today on two counts of motor vehicle homicide and...
by Gail Spector | Sep 7, 2016 | Newton |
The Newton 9-11 Memorial Committee will be holding the 15th Anniversary Memorial Service on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. in Newton Centre at the Memorial (fire department headquarters at 1164 Centre St.). by Gail Spector | Sep 3, 2016 | Affordable housing, development, Newton, Setti Warren |
From today’s Boston Globe, here’s a rather sobering article about the state of affordable housing in the greater Boston area with a look at some of the recent struggles in Newton and a not-very-flattering story about Setti Warren. Here’s an excerpt...
