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Funding Fuels Discussion at Annual Town Meeting
May 5, 2026 • A $125,000 funding allocation toward planning department consulting services prompted considerable dialogue Monday night, sparking questions about the specifics of the amount and general effectiveness of […]
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Items to Watch For at Town Meeting
April 30, 2026 • There is a lot in store for Town Meeting members when they kick off their annual session on May 4. Here are some of the most […]
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Select Board Split on Citizens’ Petitions
April 30, 2026 • The board took positions on warrant articles ahead of Monday’s Annual Town Meeting. Members did not vote unanimously on a number of citizens’ petitions. While the […]
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Local WWII Veteran Celebrates Milestone Birthday
May 4, 2026 • Fred Larson, a Needham resident and veteran, received warm 101st birthday wishes at a party last month. As a young man, Fred Larson landed at Normandy […]
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Softball Provides Bright Spot in Tough Week for Rockets
May 1, 2026 • Out of the four games we covered, softball was the only team to come away with a win. Needham baseball, girls lacrosse and boys volleyball all […]
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