As Zervas moms, we’ve seen how much Ben Schlesinger contributes to our community. He doesn’t just talk about engagement — he lives it. Whether coaching kids, attending school events, or helping parents understand what’s happening in City Hall, Ben shows up, listens, and follows through. As a coach, Ben encourages…
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Garry Miller has my wholehearted vote for Ward 5 City Councilor. He understands the issues before us and has demonstrated his full commitment to making Newton the best it can be. As an affordable housing advocate, I appreciate his support for building more affordable homes, both ownership and rental, including smaller…
Much has been said -claimed- about how we must accept unqualified State housing projections and support whatever the private sector wants in the ‘supply side economics’ promise to provide “affordable housing.” Unfortunately, this is not a very effective nor realistic way to achieve much truly affordable housing. Nor shall it…
As a longtime Newton resident and parent, I know how much our community values our public schools. That’s one of the reasons I’m supporting Garry Miller for City Council in Ward 5. Emily Prenner, current School Committee member from Ward 5, has endorsed Garry because of his “staunch support of the Newton…
I’m an apartment renter in The Aven complex in Upper Falls. I’m astonished by a Fig City News interview (Sept. 29) which reports that John Chaimanis, at-large candidate in the 4th ward, stated that “Newton cannot build its way to affordability” because of the persistent demand to live here, combined…
We often hear about the need for affordable housing in Newton—usually focused on people who want to move here, including younger adults hoping to return. But there’s another affordability crisis that deserves just as much attention: the challenge facing Newton’s Seniors who already live here and want to remain in…
As an NPS educator, I’m excited to be supporting Mali Brodt, Jenna Miara, and Jim Murphy for School Committee. This fall, I had the opportunity to host Mali and Jenna in my home with neighbors and. friends. Mali and Jenna were thoughtful, forward-looking, and solution-oriented. It was deeply refreshing to talk with…
Most agree that Newton needs more affordable housing — the question is HOW to achieve it. Some suggest that simply increasing the overall housing supply will cause prices to drop, following a basic supply-and-demand model. But there are serious flaws in that theory. First, what homeowner wants to see their…
I am voting to eliminate the winter restrictions on overnight parking in Newton. I have lived in Newtonville for more than 30 years. I have worked here for 24 years. The Mayor has the power to declare a snow emergency and prohibit on-street parking. With large snowfalls fairly uncommon due…
Every winter, Newton imposes a citywide overnight parking ban, supposedly to ensure efficient snow removal and public safety. Yet year after year, I’ve seen City-owned vehicles parked overnight on Homer Street — violating the ban they’re tasked with enforcing. When the City breaks its own rules, residents have every right…