UPDATED: Washington Street Walgreens Robbed by Knife Wielding Man

A man wearing a Patriots sweatshirt jumped over the counter and robbed the pharmacy.

[UPDATED Jan. 25] According to Your Town Newton, one of the Walgreens employees, a 67-year-old man, heard the robbery at the pharmacy counter and announced over the store loudspeaker that the store was being robbed, and to call 911.  The employee then approached the suspect, who punched and kicked the employee before fleeing down Hovey Street, Your Town Newton reported.  The employee was transported to Newton-Wellesley Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.  [UPDATED Jan. 21 at 8:14 p.m.] A man pulled a knife and jumped over the counter to rob the pharmacy at Walgreens on Washington Street this evening before fleeing the scene. At 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Newton Police responded to the Walgreens at 399 Washington St. for a man who pulled a …

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Several Newton Pharmacies Out of Flu Shots; More Shipments on the Way

The city of Newton still has flu vaccines and is also offering a free flu clinic, by appointment, this week at the Newton Free Library.

Updated 4 p.m. With a flu epidemic that has swept the region--and much of the country--many local pharmacies are running low on flu shots as the public rushes to get last-minute vaccinations. As of early Monday afternoon, most of Newton's pharmacies were out of the flu shot, but several reported more shipments were on the way: Before heading out to get a shot, pharmacists urged locals to call the pharmacy in advance to make sure flu vaccines are available. The Newton Dept. of Health & Human Services is also offering free flu shots this week, by appointment. The city is partnering with Newton-Wellesley Hospital to offer the appointment-only flu shot clinic at the Newton Free Library.  According to Newton Public Health & Program Specialist …

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Wendy Schapiro

9:59 am on Tuesday, January 15, 2013

FYI, I got my flu shot last week at the CVS on Highland in Needham. Not only did they seem to have plenty of shots on hand, but I had ZERO wait time for my shot even though it was midday.   more ›

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Five Ways to Save Money This Week (July 4 - July 10)

We've got the deals for you in Newton!

Ah, summer. The time of year where we spend cash on things like barbecue supplies, ice cream and wedding gifts. But guess what? You can save money on all those things with these great deals.  1. The Container Store Deal: The Container Store's Happy Organized Home Sale is going on right now where you can get products that will not only help keep your home (or new dorm) neat, but will help keep your sanity as well. Choose from products like shoe organizers, hampers, stackable bins and more. 2. Papyrus Deal: 'Tis the season for weddings! If you're seeing your wallet empty out with gift after gift, stop by Papyrus where you can buy one wedding gift and then get the second wedding gift 50 percent off.  3. Trader Joe's Deal: Now that you have …

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Five Ways to Save Money This Week (May 30-June 5)

We've got the deals for you in Newton.

Great deals here on car service, sweet treats, meals for the family and more!

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Five Ways to Save Money This Week (March 28-April 3)

We've got the deals for you in Newton.

Pure Barre Deal: Pure Barre is opening its Newton location today! As part of a grand opening celebration, the alternative total-body workout studio is offering one month of unlimited classes to its new clients for just $100. Check out the Pure Barre Facebook page for more info.  Rugged Bear Deal: In addition to its going out of business sales, Rugged Bear is also offering an additional 10 percent off to anyone who checks in at the store with Foursquare.  L'Aroma Cafe & Newton Patch Deal: Get a FREE cup of coffee at L'Aroma if you sign up for a Newton Patch newsletter.  Good through: Free coffee will only be offered 9-11 a.m., so stop by as early as you can!  Walgreens Deal: Looking to stock up on Easter candy? Whether or not you celebrate …

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