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League of Women Voters Elects Newton Resident as Co-President
At a recent League of Women Voters Massachusetts meeting in Peabody, the group elected a local woman to serve as a co-president. Newton resident Anne Borg is now on the Mass.
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It appears Newton will have to wait a bit longer to scratch the Wegmans shopping itch.
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Aldermen Approve FY 2014 City Budget
Newton has an approved Fiscal Year 2014 budget. The Newton Board of Aldermen Monday night voted 22-0 to approve Mayor Setti Warren's $331 million FY14 budget.
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Kennedy Announces Veterans Advisory Board
From the office of Joe Kennedy III: On the eve of Memorial Day weekend, Congressman Joe Kennedy III Thursday announced the formation of his Veteran's Advisory Board.
Waltham Arrests: Assault Charge
Tuesday, May 14 Stewart Hill, 42, of 1402 Stearns Hill Rd., arrested and charged with assault and battery.
Middlesex Sheriff eyeing Markey's US House seat
Middlesex County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian has opened a congressional campaign committee account as he eyes a run for the U.S. House if Congressman Edward Markey wins the state's special U.S. Senate election.
Wellesley construction questions answered
A reader recently wrote to us asking: "Can you please tell us what is happening at the intersection of Route 9 and Cedar Street - there is a trailer truck marked 'construction' and other vehicles on the grassy areas along the 'off-ramp roads' on the north side of Route 9. They've also put up low 'barriers" along the curbing.' Assistant Town ... (more)
Wellesley Police Log: Bump and Drive, Stop and Lie in the Grass, and More
The following reports were provided by the Wellesley Police Department . Charges where mentioned do not indicate a conviction.
Newton Fire, Police Have New Tool for Locating Missing Individuals
Emergency officials in Newton will have a new tool at their disposal to help them locate individuals who have gone missing.
NC17-Rated Body Cavity Possibly Used to Hide Drugs During Police Bust
Somerville police found bags of heroin and cocaine at 141 Pearl St. Friday after executing search warrants at the home, according to a Somerville police report.
Higher ed budgets up in admin category
Massachusetts universities and colleges that say they're trying to hold down costs have increased their number of administrators three times faster than their number of students, according to federal data analyzed by the New England Center for Investigative Reporting.
5 Things You Need to Know Today: May 18
The Newton orchestra will wrap up its 18th season with a finale concert tonight at First Baptist Church Newton at 8 p.m. 2. St.
CEO of Controversial New Internet TV Streaming Service is Newton Man
The broadcast television networks have their knickers in a twist - and a Newton man is to credit/blame. Chet Kanojia is CEO of Aereo , which is variously described as: [Allowing] subscribers to view live as well as time-shifted streams of over-the-air television on Internet-connected devices - Wikipedia [Using] an array of antennas to pull ... (more)
Newton's Memorial Day Parade Marching Through Town Sunday
It promises to be a festive day when Newton organizations, officials and residents parade through the streets Sunday, May 19 in the city's annual Memorial Day parade.
Same-sex marriage supporters celebrate 9th anniversary in Boston Public Garden
Ellen Wade, at center-right in turquoise shirt, spoke at the gathering as her wife Maureen Brodoff, in striped cardigan, and other same-sex marriage supporters listened.
Crucial Bill in Massachusetts Would Guarantee Purchase of All SRECs
An example of upcoming legislation where renewable energy and cleantech business owners can help by sharing an opinion is House Bill No.
New Salon Welcomes Clients in Newton Highlands
There's a new cut, color and style game in town. Stylist Matt Carlson is bringing his extensive styling background to Newton Highlands with the opening on his upscale salon, Station Row, on Wednesday, May 15.
Aly Raisman Headed to the Dancing With the Stars Finals
Olympian Aly Raisman and partner Mark Ballas are headed to the Dancing With the Stars finals Monday, they found out during last night's semifinals results show.