Things Dad Says: Share Your Favorite ‘Dad-Ism’ For Father’s Day 2024

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

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16. What’s that one thing your dad always said? Was it sage advice, a joke or something else? Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16. What’s that one thing your dad always said? Was it sage advice, a joke or something...

‘Old Blue Eyes,’ The Cicada; Parallel Universe: Weird News & Oddities

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

A defendant appeared in a Zoom hearing on a suspended license charge — while driving; an $88,000 clam mistake and a $395 pineapple.

Shark Attacks Up In U.S.: How Common Is It MA?

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

Sharks are a common presence in the waters off the Massachusetts coast during the warmer months, but shark attacks are fairly uncommon.

Summer Heat Brings Plenty Of Fun, Danger Warnings To MA

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

While pools and beaches are opening for the season, caution is also urged when it comes to high temperatures and creepy critters.

Parade Of 6 Planets: Hype, Or Worth Getting Up Early To See In MA?

by Newton News Editor | Jun 1, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Jupiter, Mercury, Uranus, Mars, Neptune and Saturn are set to align in the eastern sky. Here’s when you can see it in Massachusetts.

More Chances To See Northern Lights Predicted In June: Here's When

by Newton News Editor | Jun 1, 2024 | Newton Patch News

The aurora borealis may be visible in some U.S. states this weekend; June is a good time to look up, as a monster sunspot faces Earth again.

Here's How Much Teachers In MA Make, New Data Shows

by Newton News Editor | Jun 1, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Teachers in Massachusetts are among the most well-paid in the country, new data shows.

MA'S Most Popular Baby Names In 2023 Were Noah And Charlotte: Report

by Newton News Editor | Jun 1, 2024 | Newton Patch News

See the top 10 male and female baby names in Massachusetts for children born in 2023.

Sounds Of Summer: What Do You Do About Noisy Neighbors?

by Newton News Editor | Jun 1, 2024 | Newton Patch News

Aside from the normal sounds of summer, how much noise should you reasonably expect from people living next door, upstairs or downstairs?

Food Insecurity In MA Hits New High: 1.9 Million Struggling

by Newton News Editor | Jun 1, 2024 | Newton Patch News

The high cost of living in Massachusetts is a main reason why 34 percent of households are going without food.