Tim McGraw At TD Garden, Norah Jones, Celtics Playoffs: MA Events This Week

by Newton News Editor | May 6, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Plus: Chastity Belt, Cloud Nothings and Holly Humberstone play Massachusetts after the release of new projects.

Longtime Newton Health and Human Services Director Linda Walsh retiring

by Newton News Editor | May 6, 2024 | Newton Beacon

PHOTO: Linda Walsh began her career in Newton as a registered public health nurse in the summer of 1986. (Brooke Ghaly / Graphics Editor) The following story first appeared on The Heights, an independent, nonprofit newspaper run by Boston College students, with which...

Seesaw Weather In MA This Week With Warmth, Then Cooldown

by Newton News Editor | May 6, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Warm, rainy, sunny, cool and even cold. The upcoming weather week in Massachusetts has a bit of everything.

Newsmakers: Some money, some awards and a high schooler walking against hunger

by Newton News Editor | May 5, 2024 | Newton Beacon

Six Newton artists awarded Mass Cultural Council Creative Individuals grants The Mass Cultural Council has announced almost $2 million in grants to creative individuals across the commonwealth, including several Newtonians. The Mass Cultural Council FY2024 Grants for...

MA May Skywatching Guide: When To See Meteors, Mercury And The Moon

by Newton News Editor | May 5, 2024 | Newton Patch News

A full month of sky-gazing is ahead – if weather conditions allow.

We’re In The Throes Of A Chocolate Crisis, And Shortages May Not Be Resolved Anytime Soon

by Newton News Editor | May 5, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Chocolate candies and confections may become a luxury amid shortages brought on by disease, climate change and systemic problems in Africa.

Cat Shipped In Amazon Box, Child Rescued From Claw Machine: Weird News

by Newton News Editor | May 5, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Beachgoers in Southern California mystified by weird bright blue blobs (and they stink); 250-year-old cherries at George Washington’s home. Beachgoers in Southern California mystified by weird bright blue blobs (and they stink); 250-year-old cherries at George...

6 MA Restaurants Offer Best Brunch In The Country, Open Table Says

by Newton News Editor | May 5, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Just in time for Mother’s Day, Open Table has ranked the 100 best brunch restaurants in the country, six of which are in Massachusetts.

No Mow May: An Excuse To Be Lazy Or Help For Pollinators? [Block Talk]

by Newton News Editor | May 5, 2024 | Newton Patch News

For some people, the mowing season is in full swing. Others, who are observing “No Mow May,” say the pause helps imperiled pollinators. For some people, the mowing season is in full swing. Others, who are observing “No Mow May,” say the pause helps...

Photos from City of Newton MA – Mayor's Office's post

by Newton News Editor | May 4, 2024 | Newton City Hall Mayor

A wonderful night supporting and celebrating our Newton Free Library at Spring Fling.