Newton News Archive
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Mayor's BudgetApril 27, 2011 Mayor Setti Warren presented his FY 2012 budget to the Board of Alderman last week. In it he closes a $3.2 million dollar budget gap but does it at the cost of city positions and reconfiguring city departments. Christine McCarthy has more.
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Newton News Reaction to Mayor's Proposed BudgetApril 27, 2011 Newton News Political Analyst Ron Lipof joins Jenn Adams in the studio to talk about the mayors budget and what it means for city employees and taxpayers.
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Mulch VolcanoesApril 27, 2011 It’s springtime which means it’s time to beautify your lawn. But what you may not know is that those mulch volcanoes around your trees may be actually killing them. Gina Marini has the story.
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Dixon Runs for 10th Middlesex District State Rep.April 27, 2011 James Dixon of Waltham is running for the State rep. Seat for the 10th Middlesex District. This week, Ali Scotti profiles the Republican candidate as he gets ready for the vote on May 10th.
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Medal of ValorApril 20, 2011 It is the first time the Newton Police have honored one of their own with a Medal of Valor. Police Chief Matt Cummings gave Officer Peter Wade the Medal of Valor for jeopardizing his personal safety when he attempted to locate and evacuate potential victims at the scene of a house fire at 10 Auburndale Ave on March 30, 2011. This was the same house fire where Off-Duty Firefighter Nick McGrath was the first person on the scene and also recognized for his heroic efforts.
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Boston Marathon VolunteersApril 20, 2011 It brought thousands of runners and thousands of volunteers to help the runners. As Christine McCarthy tells us, the volunteers make sure the runners of the 115th Boston Marathon make it to the end of the 26.2 miles.
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Boston Marathon CrowdApril 20, 2011 While the volunteers were helping at various stations along the 26.2 mile route for the Boston Marathon, thousands of people came to cheer on the runners and add their own flare to fuel the runner’s fire.
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Heartbreak Hill Youth RaceApril 20, 2011 Every year the day before the Marathon, the young and older get a chance to run Heartbreak Hill. This year was no different. Hundreds turned out for the 19th Annual Heartbreak Hill One Mile Race and Joel Senick brings us the details.
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Special Elections CoverageApril 20, 2011 The Primary Race may be over but the Special Election to fill the vacant State Rep seat for the 10th Middlesex District is in full swing. Watertown Councilor John Lawn won the democratic primary and must now face Republican candidate from Waltham, James Dixon. Ali Scotti has more.
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New Police RecruitsApril 20, 2011 There will be 6 more police officers patrolling the streets of Newton once they pass the rigorous training from their superiors. This week, Mayor Setti Warren swore in the new recruits to get them started in their job of protecting Newton.
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Youk's Hits for KidsApril 20, 2011 Boston Red Sox infielder Kevin Youkalis visited one of Newton’s local retailers who is helping raise money for Youk’s charity foundation, Hits for Kids. Gina Marini met up with the National Jean Company’s owner to find out how they are helping Youk’s Kids.
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In Need of FoodApril 20, 2011 More and more people are finding it hard to pay their bills and buy food to feed their family. That is why Newton’s food pantries are hoping those who can help…will. Joel Senick stopped by two of the three food pantries in Newton to find out what they need and how they’re helping.
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Rape Aggression DefenseApril 20, 2011 It’s a class for women of almost any shape, size, strength and age. If you’ve ever considered taking a self defense course, the Newton Police department is offering one for free. It’s the RAD Class otherwise known as the Rape Aggression Defense Class that will teach you basic maneuvers to enable you to get away from an attacker. Here’s a bit more about what to expect from the class.
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Alice JacobsApril 20, 2011 She almost single handedly brought the Waban Library back to life when it closed its doors two years ago. Christine McCarthy profiles Alice Jacobs about her accomplishment in keeping a local resource available to the public.
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Accuracy TrainingApril 20, 2011 It takes a lot of training to shoot straight when under pressure. That’s why the New England Law Enforcement league offers police officers a place to sharpen their skills using their pistols in various training courses. Newton News got a closer look at what it takes to pull the trigger.
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John Lawn Wins Democratic PrimaryApril 13, 2011 Watertown Town Councilor John Lawn beat his three opponents in the Democrat’s Primary Race Tuesday. Lawn will face Republican Jim Dixon from Waltham in the May 10 Special Election to fill the seat for the 10th Middlesex District State Representative. Ali Scotti stopped by both Sean Durkee’s and John Lawn’s campaign parties.
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Who's Pulled Papers in NewtonApril 13, 2011 Back in Newton, future candidates are pulling papers to get the required signatures to run in this year’s General Election for Ward Alderman, Alderman-at-Large and School Committee. Ali Scotti spoke with the Executive Secretary of the Election Commission, Craig Mansaeu about who’s pulled papers and when things will really start to heat up.
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School Committee Approves BudgetApril 13, 2011 The School Committee approved the Fiscal Year 2012 school budget in an 8 to 1 vote. It now heads to the Board of Alderman for their approval.
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Just Think: Teens Making Smart ChoicesApril 13, 2011 In its first year, the Just Think series was a hit. Dozens of students, parents and teachers stopped by the many booths at NNHS to hear what resources are available to help teens make smarter choices. Christine McCarthy has more.
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A Promise to AdamApril 13, 2011 One of the choices was to make a promise to Adam. Adam London’s parents presented an opportunity to the parents of students to make a pledge to be a safer driver. Jessica Buono has more.
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Renting Solar EnergyApril 13, 2011 If you’ve ever thought about going green, maybe renting solar is the way to go. Gina Marini spoke with one Newton resident who is doing just that.
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Luckart GalleryApril 13, 2011 There’s a new art gallery in Newton. Joel Senick explains how this gallery brings in new culture to the Auburndale area.
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An Interview with a FreemasonApril 13, 2011 Newton News' Jenn Adams sits down with Wor. Larry Bethune, Associate Marshall of the Dalhouse Lodge Freemasons group in Newtonville to discuss the history and mystery behind this ageless association.
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Newton Firefighter HonoredApril 6, 2011 Newton Firefighter, Nick McGrath was honored this past week by the Mayor and the Board of Alderman for his heroism. While off-duty, McGrath was driving down Auburndale Avenue when he noticed smoke coming from the home at 10 Auburndale Avenue. He ran into the house on fire and saved the lives of a family of three living on the second floor of a three family home. The fire quickly became a three alarm fire where more than 40 firefighters worked to put the flames out.
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Michael Graham Visists Newton's RepublicansApril 6, 2011 It may be a small group but they certainly know how to make a splash when they invited WTKK Radio Talk Show host, Michael Graham to give a talk recently. Ali Scotti reports on what’s happening on the Republican side of the track.
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Riverside Community Care Appreciation NightApril 6, 2011 It was a night to honor the many members who have conquered it all. Riverside Community Care held an annual Appreciation Night. Joel Senick tells us more about the evening recipients.
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NSHS Art ExhibitApril 6, 2011 Giving them the limelight for 6 months, the Newton Free Library is offering its wall space for students to exhibit their artwork. Gina Marini spoke with students, teachers and volunteers who help bring the students’ artwork out for viewing.
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Students' Fashion Show Benefits CharitiesApril 6, 2011 Lasell College’s Fashion students held a fashion show to help out two local charities. Jessica Buono brings us the story.
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The Paint BarApril 6, 2011 It’s a place where you can paint and relax with a glass of wine. The Paint Bar in Newtonville is a unique bar that offers classes for artists and non-artists alike. Jessica Buono tells us more about the Paint Bar.
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