Boston Marathon Discrimination Suit Filed Against Newton Police, BAA

by Newton News Editor | Apr 12, 2024 | Newton Patch News

The claim from running group TrailblazHers Run Co. accuses Marathon organizers and Newton police of racial profiling during the 2023 race.

Boston Marathon 2024: What To Know Along The Route For Monday's Race

by Newton News Editor | Apr 12, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Cities and towns along the 26.2 miles will have road closures and other restrictions with the MBTA planning additional service.

Dan + Shay, Tough Ruck: MA Weekend Events

by Newton News Editor | Apr 12, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Plus: Woods and Willis play Boston ahead of Marathon Monday in Massachusetts.

Carbo-Loading, Free Coffee For Teachers Amid School Budget Crisis: MA Food Week

by Newton News Editor | Apr 12, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Plus: New restaurants are planned in Waltham and Worcester while Danvers is set to lose a pizza shop and burger by the weekend.

Adopters Sought For 160+ Farm Animals Seized From MA Home

by Newton News Editor | Apr 12, 2024 | Newton Patch News

The animals’ previous owner, Ruth Maxant-Schulz, 77, was arraigned on 30 counts of animal cruelty​ and surrendered the animals Monday.

U.S. Helicopter Security Test Flights Planned Ahead Of Boston Marathon

by Newton News Editor | Apr 11, 2024 | Newton Patch News

The National Nuclear Security Administration said the low-flying aircraft will test expected background radiation along the Marathon route.

Help Patch Celebrate Students Making A Difference In Your Community

by Newton News Editor | Apr 11, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Do you know an outstanding local student you’d like the rest of your community to know too? Nominate them as a Patch Star Student so they can get the recognition they deserve! Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate local ‘Star Students’ who make...

What's Open, Closed On Patriots' Day In Massachusetts

by Newton News Editor | Apr 11, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Patriots’ Day in 2024 means local closures and schedule changes across Massachusetts. Here’s what to know.

No Bad Blood: MA Lawmaker Adds Taylor Swift Commission To State Budget

by Newton News Editor | Apr 11, 2024 | Newton Patch News

The bill contained a whole slew of nods to dozens of Swift’s most famous songs, highlighted in capital letters.

7 MA Billionaires Among Richest In World: New Forbes List

by Newton News Editor | Apr 11, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Seven Massachusetts billionaires are on the Forbes rankings of the richest people in the world. Here’s the list.