Sunday, June 28, marked the 15th annual Nonantum Village Day, which featured celebrations of long-time Newton active citizen Martina Jackson, a scholarship awards ceremony, booths featuring numerous local businesses and vendors, a magic show, and more. Terry Sauro, President of the Nonantum Neighborhood Association, was a primary organizer of the…
Posts published in June 2026
The MBTA announced that construction of a new, accessible, fully bidirectional Newtonville Commuter Rail station will begin in November 2026. The station is expected to be closed December 2026 to April 2029. Currently, there are no plans to increase or reroute bus service for Newtonville commuters during those 28 months.…
There was a very large turnout at Newton Fire Department headquarters for the annual Pancake Breakfast on June 28. High demand for free pancakes with all the toppings, served by those elected to serve. And plenty of opportunities for kids to handle a firehose or try out the cab of…
This article, about the Newton Public Schools (NPS) 7th grade math assessment results and their aftermath, follows Part I published on June 23, which analyzed the lead-up and broader curricular context for the April 29 exam. The results On May 8th, families of 7th graders received their child’s test results. The…
The Newton Teachers Association (NTA) filed a Step 3 grievance with the Newton School Committee on June 22, alleging that leaking roofs and water damage continue to create unsafe conditions in six Newton Public schools despite recent repair efforts by the district. The grievance followed Superintendent Anna Nolin’s June 5…
Newton homeowners will have more flexibility in where they can place raised garden beds after the City Council approved a zoning amendment on June 15 changing how the City regulates this increasingly common landscaping feature. The amendment, which passed with 17-3, with four Councilors absent, received one more affirmative vote…
The West Suburban YMCA presents Free Summer Saturdays every Saturday in July and August (beginning July 11) from 7AM – 7PM at its two Newton locations: West Suburban YMCA (276 Church St, Newton Corner) and Wells Ave YMCA (135 Wells Ave, Oak Hill). Free Summer Saturdays returns after a successful…
Jackson Walnut Park School invites prospective families to its Admissions Summer Series at the Student Center (55 Walnut Park, Nonantum), with free sessions for children ages 4–10 running Thursday, June 25 through Friday, July 31. Children can enjoy messy art, music, and other hands-on activities along with a popsicle, while…
The John M Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton hosts its 42nd Annual Golf Outing on Monday, July 27 at Woodland Golf Club (1897 Washington St, Auburndale). Generously presented by Needham Bank. Registration is open for foursomes, individual tickets, and sponsorship opportunities. Come enjoy a great day of golf…
Are there empty spaces on the berms in your neighborhood where street trees formerly provided shade and beauty? Would you like to work with your neighbors and the Newton Tree Conservancy to plant new trees? The Newton Tree Conservancy is now accepting applications until Sunday, July 5 for its Fall…
The Harmony Foundation presents the Setti D. Warren Memorial Food Drive, collecting nonperishable food donations through July 12 at drop-off boxes located at Fire Station #7 (144 Elliot St, Newton Upper Falls) and Fire Station #4 (195 Crafts St, Newtonville). A significant and meaningful component of this year’s 52nd Annual…
The First Unitarian Universalist Society of Newton (FUUSN) hosts I Sing America on Sunday, July 5 at 10:15 AM in the Parish Hall at FUUSN (1326 Washington St, West Newton). The program is also available via Zoom. Come mark the 250th anniversary of our country with an hour of poetry…