by Bob Jampol | Oct 16, 2013 | NewTV |
NewTV offers over 20 media and production classes each quarter. This year’s fall class schedule features several additional workshops that are open to members and interns. Upon becoming a NewTV member (individual membership start at $25/year), you’re...
by Nathan Phillips | Oct 16, 2013 | Newton |
Maybe I’m the last to notice this but driving down Needham Street two days ago, I noticed that Modell’s had disappeared. It seemed like it was there, then it was gone. Anybody know what’s up?
by Adam Peller | Jun 5, 2013 | Business, traffic |
A public meeting is planned to discuss Needham Street this Thursday, June 6 at Countryside School from 7-9pm. The state has long been planning to reconstruct the roadway. This presents a good opportunity to implement “complete streets” and also consider...
by Chuck Tanowitz | May 10, 2013 | bicycles |
George Kirby from the Newton Bicycle/Pedestrian Task Force has put together an interesting proposal for bringing the HubWay bike-sharing system to the soon-to-be-built Upper Falls Greenway bike trail. The general idea is to install Hubway stations at the Needham...
by Chuck Tanowitz | May 8, 2013 | Newton |
Melanie Graham, founding editor of the Newton Patch is leaving for greener pastures after three year of great work. Stop by Mick Morgan’s on Needham St tomorrow (Thurs) at 8PM (or after) to say goodbye and wish her well. Everybody’s welcome, whether you...
by Greg Reibman | Apr 10, 2013 | Newton |
Just shy of its one year anniversary, Jonathan’s Bar & Grille on Needham Street, has closed “due to losing their lease,” according to this sign on the door.
by Chuck Tanowitz | Apr 3, 2013 | Newton |
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...
by Adam Peller | Mar 14, 2013 | bicycles, Business, MBTA, traffic |
Given the financial state of the MBTA and the current prospects for a green line extension, Needham has been pressing hard for some way to use the old Upper Falls railroad corridor to spur economic development. Now available from the Metropolitan Area Planning...
by Chuck Tanowitz | Nov 30, 2012 | Newton |
You’re all invited to Village 14’s first birthday party on Wed Dec 12, starting at 7:30 PM at Mick Morgans on Needham St. Don’t bring a birthday present but do bring a birthday wish. We’ll be collecting “What I want for Newton”...
by Chuck Tanowitz | Nov 8, 2012 | bicycles, traffic |
Village14 regular Adam Peller was just telling me about an intriguing idea – let’s call it the Highlands Link. The state’s Department of Transportation (DOT) is working on plans that will extensively change traffic patterns in the southern side of...
by Greg Reibman | Nov 7, 2012 | Newton |
I’ve been driving by this sign on Needham Street for a while and always wondered what it means. Anybody know? Funny guesses welcome too.
by Greg Reibman | Aug 19, 2012 | Newton |
The developer of the (former) Skipjacks and International Bicycle Center sites has filed for a special permit to significantly redevelop the Needham Street site under the name Needham Street Village Shops. The new project will include retail stores, service...
