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Monday, January 30, 2012
UPDATED: Patch RV Coming to Newton Today
Due to time constraints, the Patch RV will not be making a stop in Newton today. But enter our contest for a chance to win swag!
Update 1/30: Unfortunately, due to time constraints the Patch RV will not be able to stop in Newton today as previously planned. Sincerest apologies to those who planned on stopping by and getting free swag. But -- we still have all this swag we'd love to give away. Submit a comment below this story letting us know what your favorite feature is on Newton Patch and we'll enter you into a drawing for a Patch swag gift bag! The deadline for comments is tomorrow (Tuesday, Jan. 31) at 3 p.m. UPDATE 2/1: Congratulations to Ellen Sheehy, the winner of the drawing! Ellen will receive a Patch swag bag chock full of great stuff. Keep the comments coming and keep your eyes peeled for more contests. ---- The Patch RV used to cover the 2012 …
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Monday, August 1, 2011
Sounding Off in Newton: The Debt Ceiling Debate
Patch asked people in Newton Center today their opinions on the debt ceiling debate.
Patch was in Newton Center this afternoon to find out what people think about the debt ceiling debate. Check out the images of our interviewees. Their responses to our questions are included in the cutlines. We asked people how they feel about the debt ceiling debate, and whether it will affect the way they vote in 2012 or their political activism.
Friday, July 15, 2011
What's Happening
Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 15
Daily, essential information at a glance.
1. The St. Mary of Carmen Festival will continue tonight at Pellegrini Park in Nonantum starting at 6 p.m. There will be rides, live music, games, food and a Holy Triduum Mass will be celebrated at 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady's Help of Christian Parish at 573 Washington St. 2. The Newton Free Library has announced this week that it is extending its museum passes to cover the Boston Harbor Islands park area. According to an email from the library, the pass allows library members to purchase one ferry ticket and to receive a second ticket for free, with a limit of two free tickets per member per day. Tickets prices are $14 for adults and $8 for children. For more information, visit the library's museum pass website. 3. According to Patch foodie …
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Thursday, July 14, 2011
What's Happening
Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 14
Daily, essential information at a glance.
1. Did you know you can check out a free basic training class on Mondays and Thursdays at the West Suburban YMCA from 6 a.m. - 7 a.m.? Even if you are not a YMCA member, feel free to stop by and try it out. The class, which takes place at the outside track, includes cardio conditioning, strength training and more. 2. There will be two meetings held this evening regarding improvements and community issues in West Newton. The first, which starts at 6:30 p.m., will include discussion on Community Development Block Grant projects for the West Newton neighborhood. The second meeting, which starts at 7:30 p.m., will include discussion on whether the village should start its own area council. Both meetings will be held in the Cooper Room at the…
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Wednesday, July 13, 2011
What's Happening
Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 13
Daily, essential information at a glance.
1. The Newton Free Library will hold a blood drive today from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2. Join a free, fun run today through Newton Centre with the Boston Running Company. The run is usually 3-5 miles and welcomes athletes of all levels. Show up by 6 p.m. at the Boston Running Company to join. Email bostonrunco@aol.com for more info and to find out more information about weather cancellations. 3. The St. Mary of Carmen Society will kick its 76th annual festival today with rides, games, food and a performance by The Reminsants at 7 p.m. The events will take place at Pellegrini Park. 4. Is the heat getting to you? Check out our tips for staying cool in the Garden City. 5. The Newton Lions softball team will face the Medford Blue Mustangs today at …
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Tuesday, July 12, 2011
What's Happening
Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 12
Daily, essential information at a glance.
1. There will be a free music performance for kids and families today at the Newton Centre Playground. Ben Rudnick and Friends will perform starting at 1 p.m. The performance is part of a summer series put on by the Newton Cultural Center. 2. The Newton North High School liaison committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. tonight in Newton North High School auditorium (near the front entrance.) 3. Ready for some swing music? Stop by the Newton Senior Center today at 1:30 p.m. to listen to or join in with the senior center's swing band. 4. What do you love about Newton? Tell us! Patch is putting together a Newton Passport for the summer that will be your guide to the best restaurants, kid-friendly places, getaways and hidden gems in the Garden City…
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Monday, July 11, 2011
What's Happening
Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 11
Daily, essential information at a glance.
1. The Board of Aldermen will meet tonight at 7:45 p.m. in the chamber at City Hall. To view the reports docket, check out our photos and .pdf section. 2. This week is the opening week for The World Goes 'Round, a new show being put on by the New Repertory Theatre in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in Watertown. Tickets are $28-$58 and can be purchased online. 3. The Newton Free Library will host a free blood pressure clinic today starting at 9 a.m. 4. The Planning Board will meet at 8:15 p.m. to continue the public hearing on the proposed expansion/renovation at the Chestnut Hill Shopping Center. The meeting will take place in room 222 at City Hall. 5. The Newton East Little League All Stars will look to move on in the …
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Sunday, July 10, 2011
Week in Review: Summer is in Full Swing
Little league, farmers' markets, swimming...it all spells summer and it's all happening here in Newton.
With the July 4 holiday starting off the week, Newton was filled with carnival rides, games and fireworks on Monday. Check out photos from the family-friendly events as well as some great shots of the Monday night fireworks at Albemarle field. Our historical Then & Now column also featured some fun Fourth of July information this week: the writers of "America the Beautiful" and "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" both lived in Newton at points during their lives. Disturbing news came out of Wayland during the holiday weekend when 18-year-old Lauren Astely was found murdered and half-submerged in water no Water Row in Wayland. We covered many details of the murder and featured the different stories in our daily PatchCasts. Newton Police announced …
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Friday, July 8, 2011
What's Happening
Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 8
Daily, essential information at a glance.
1. The Off-Leash Area Working Group will meet today at 9 a.m. in room 222 at City Hall. 2. Newton Patch is wants YOU to blog! Are you a passionate Newton resident, community member or business owner? Do you want your voice heard? We want to give you a place to share your thoughts in our new blog feature. If you're interested in coming on board read more details here. 3. The Newton 9-11 Memorial Committee decided earlier this week on a design for the proposed memorial to honor Newton's 9/11 victims. The winning design submission was done by Upper Falls resident Mark Sangiolo. Patch will post more details soon. 4. Need something to do with the little one today? Past or present members of The Freedman Center program are welcome to free …
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Melanie Graham
10:28 am on Wednesday, February 1, 2012
We held a drawing this morning and Ellen Sheehy is our winner! Ellen will receive a Patch swag bag chock full of great stuff. Thanks again to all who left comments -- we look forward to hearing from you more on Newton Patch. more ›