Category: Municipal Newton
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MBTA plans to replace D line tracks in Newton
Newton residents near the Green Line: In Mid-September, the MBTA is beginning a 30 month long track and signal replacement project along the entire length of the Green Line D Branch across the City of Newton. In order to replace portions of old track and signals, the project will involve noisy construction activities during the…
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Waste Collection and Recycling in Newton
Neighbors, please be aware: (1) The ctiy of Newton will collect Christmas trees for composting between January 2nd, and January 12. (2) Plastic bags are not recyclable in your green bins and recyclables should not be bagged in the bins, but loose. The DPW reports that plastic bags mixed into the recycling stream is still…
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Save the Date, if you want to learn more about the proposed changes at the Street
The proposed changes at “The Street” in Chestnut Hill will be considered at two upcoming meetings: On December 1, The Street will be on the agenda of Newton’s conservation comission. The meeting starts at 7:00pm. On December 6, Newton’s Land Use committee will hold a public hearing for “The Street” at 7:00pm in City Hall.
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Newton Community Farm accepting applications for 2016 summer produce shares
Newton Community Farm (303 Nahanton Street) is accepting applications from Newton residents until February 28 for available shares in our summer 2016 Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. Eat fresh, locally-grown produce from June through October for a cost per share of $625 for weekly pick-up or $338 for alternate week pick-up. NCF will randomly allocate remaining shares…
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Share your vision for Newton with Newton-in-Motion
All are encouraged to visit the “Newton-in-Motion” open studio, and take part in visioning the City’s future. This free event, held at 275 Needham Street (Marshall’s plaza) on February 4, 5 and 6, will be fun and interactive and will offer opportunities to discuss goals and priorities for the City’s Transportation Strategy. Activities include a games table, a…
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The Waban Hill Reservoir Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Saturday, November 21st
You are invited to…. The Waban Hill Reservoir Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Mayor Warren Saturday, November 21st at 11:00 AM
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A message about tomorrow’s election from Alderman Lisle Baker
Dear friends: I concur with what Ruthanne has recommended about the contested races for Aldermen and School Committee except that I would add current Alderman Jim Cote to the list from Ward 3. Also, for the Charter Commission, while there are many able candidates, I especially recommend Anne Larner, Brooke Lipsitt and George Mansfield because…
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A message about Tuesday’s election from Alderman Ruthanne Fuller
Folks, Have you figured out who you are voting for on Tuesday, November 3rd in Newton? It’s an unusual year: more contested Aldermanic races that usual, a feisty atmosphere on the campaign trail, and a Charter Commission on the ballot. Here’s a list of who I’m voting for and why. Ruthanne Fuller p.s. My race…
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Parking restrictions on Saturday, October 24th
On October 24th, parking will be restricted in and around Chestnut Hill, due to the Wells Remy Crowther “Red Bandana” road 5K race. View detailed list of traffic and parking restrictions here and here
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MA DOT presentation on the plan to add a lane on Route 128
The Department or Transportation recently presented its plan to add and lane and re-configure Route 128 between Route 9 and Kendrick St. View the entire presentation here (click image, then scroll)