Golda Meir House unveils expansion [VIDEO]

by Newton News Editor | Oct 31, 2023 | Newton Beacon

Nancy Drourr lived in Newton her whole life. Her grandparents moved to the city long ago, and her family has stayed in the city, where she raised her own kids. After she retired and expenses increased and had to sell her home, Drourr said she and her husband sold...

Auchincloss: ‘Donald Trump is a disaster for American Jews and for Israel’

by Newton News Editor | Oct 27, 2023 | Newton Beacon

The DNC hosted a press conference on Zoom Friday morning with U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Newton, and Margy Feldman, head of the Nevada Chapter of the Jewish Democratic Council of America, to call out Republicans and former President Donald Trump regarding...

Newton Election 2023: Five Things to Know

by Newton News Editor | Oct 27, 2023 | Newton Beacon

On Nov. 7, Newton will have its municipal election and voters will decide the fate of several City Council seats. There are no School Committee seats contested this election, but there are several competitive City Council races. Here are five things to know. 1. Ward...

Five Things to Do in Newton This Weekend

by Newton News Editor | Oct 26, 2023 | Newton Beacon

This weekend is expected to bring a little rain (like every weekend lately) but it’s also promising sun and warmth, so it will be a mixed bag. And it’s the weekend before Halloween, so there are lots of decorations and displays to check out when you’re traveling...

At-large Councilor Alison Leary on housing, environment and why this may be her last term

by Newton News Editor | Oct 26, 2023 | Newton Beacon

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Newton Beacon is reaching out to all candidates for City Council for interviews and profile stories. The Newton Beacon is independent and nonpartisan, and coverage does not mean endorsement. Ward 1 City Councilor-at-Large Alison Leary has been one...

Zoning and Planning Committee approves VCOD

by Newton News Editor | Oct 26, 2023 | Newton Beacon

Newton’s Zoning and Planning Committee has approved the Village Center Overlay District plan, clearing the way for a full City Council vote in the coming weeks. “After almost three years of deliberation and some excellent work by our staff and consultant—really long...

Newton Beacon partners with Boston College student newspaper ‘The Heights’

by Newton News Editor | Oct 25, 2023 | Newton Beacon

As The Newton Beacon builds its audience reach and its coverage, the new digital news source is partnering with Boston College’s student-run newspaper, The Heights. The Newton Beacon is an independent, non-partisan nonprofit news organization, and so is The Heights.,...

Rena Getz talks trees, housing and a run for Newton City Council

by Newton News Editor | Oct 25, 2023 | Newton Beacon

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Newton Beacon is reaching out to all candidates for City Council for interviews and profile stories. The Newton Beacon is independent and nonpartisan, and coverage does not mean endorsement. “You come out here and you get this huge breath of fresh...

Vicki Danberg on housing affordability, Newton schools and run for 11th term on City Council

by Newton News Editor | Oct 24, 2023 | Newton Beacon

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Newton Beacon is reaching out to all candidates for City Council for interviews and profile stories. The Newton Beacon is independent and nonpartisan, and coverage does not mean endorsement. When Vicki Danberg and her husband, John, moved to Newton...

Alan Lobovits talks housing, schools and run for at-large City Council seat

by Newton News Editor | Oct 24, 2023 | Newton Beacon

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Newton Beacon is reaching out to all candidates for City Council for interviews and profile stories. The Newton Beacon is independent and nonpartisan, and coverage does not mean endorsement. Dr. Alan Lobovits, a retired physician and Newton resident...