New to Needham Local:
New Superintendent of Parks and Forestry Takes Root
September 23, 2026 • The town’s new superintendent of Parks and Forestry comes to Needham via Brockton. Tim Carpenter’s career in “the green industry,” as he calls it, was never […]
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In Wake of Local Tragedy, Organizations Lend Support, Resources
September 21, 2026 • As the Needham community navigates loss, local support organizations offer guidance and services for students and families. In a message to the school community last Tuesday, […]
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Circle of Peace Statue Returns to Town Common in Full Form
September 21, 2026 • The seven-figure bronze statue, which often engages children in play, officially reopened Saturday. After a minor car accident and months of repairs, the bronze children on […]
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School Athletics Confront Challenging Financial Future
September 21, 2026 • The Needham Public Schools’ athletics program has been reliant on its revolving fund reserves to combat increased costs and sustain operations, but if they continue without intervention, […]
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Rausch Talks Pollard, Rising Costs, Federal Woes
September 21, 2026 • While the state legislature is out of formal session, the state senator shared her perspective on local and state initiatives and eyed the November election. The […]
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