Newton Police Hold Scavenger Hunt With Police Dog Leo For Prizes

by Newton News Editor | Mar 4, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Clues will be revealed on the police department’s Facebook page.

Biden, Trump And 'No Preference'? Protest Voters Seek Strong Super Tuesday Showing

by Newton News Editor | Mar 4, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Following a high “uncommitted” vote in Michigan, activists want Massachusetts voters to send Joe Biden the same message on Super Tuesday.

Here's Where Massachusetts Ranks For Heart Health

by Newton News Editor | Mar 3, 2024 | Newton Patch News

A new Forbes Health analysis compares states in terms of heart health. Find out where Massachusetts landed.

Number Of MA Residents Living In Shelters Rises, Federal Survey Finds

by Newton News Editor | Mar 3, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Factors like a change in economic circumstances, funding cuts to shelters or a combination of both can lead to homelessness, experts said.

MA Potholes Are Among Country’s Worst, New Analysis Shows

by Newton News Editor | Mar 3, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Though Massachusetts — thankfully — doesn’t rank in the top 10 for worst potholes, the Bay State isn’t far behind.

MA Pedestrian Deaths Fall After Deadliest Year In 2022: Report

by Newton News Editor | Mar 3, 2024 | Newton Patch News

More than 30 pedestrians were hit and killed by drivers over the beginning of 2023, a potential drop following two deadlier years.

March Is Women’s History Month. Who Inspires You? Patch Survey

by Newton News Editor | Mar 3, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Women across the country are working to make their communities better places for all women. We want to hear about women who inspire you.

St. Patrick’s Day 2024 In Massachusetts: When Big Parades Happen

by Newton News Editor | Mar 2, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Here’s the scoop on the big Massachusetts St. Patrick’s Day (or Evacuation Day) celebrations in 2024. Here’s the scoop on the big Massachusetts St. Patrick’s Day (or Evacuation Day) celebrations in 2024.

Here's Where Massachusetts Ranks Among Best States To Live In

by Newton News Editor | Mar 2, 2024 | Newton Patch News

The Northeast is represented well in new rankings of the best states to live in. Find out how Massachusetts stacks up.

Spring Is Coming. This MA Home Is The Perfect Place To Enjoy It

by Newton News Editor | Mar 2, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Cape Cod is best known as a summer getaway, but a brisk evening around the firepit may convince you that spring on the Cape is underrated.