New Tree Plantings to Provide Shade Along Neighborhood ‘Hotspots’
June 8, 2026 • Needham is welcoming 46 new trees, funded by a state grant awarded to the town last fall. The Town of Needham...
Park and Rec Commission Chair Accused of Stealing Funds From Local Little League
June 5, 2026 • Chris Gerstel, who formerly served on the Needham Baseball & Softball board of directors, is charged with allegedly defrauding the Little...
‘Developing the Next Generation’ of Civic-Minded Citizens
June 1, 2026 • The NHS Civics Showcase invited juniors to present their research on local, state and national issues in an effort to make...
Making Friends, Understanding Issues Dominate Rep. Tarsky’s Freshman Term
May 29, 2026 • The Needham Democrat held a town hall in Needham Thursday to share legislative achievements and updates from his office. The last...
Select Board Supports Four-Lane Envision Plan
May 27, 2026 • The vote enables the town to pursue design funding for the redesign project, which would require a Town Meeting vote either...
Loss, Remembrance at Memorial Day Ceremonies
May 25, 2026 • Attendees paid tribute to those “who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice” during quieter ceremonies before gathering at Memorial Park. Drizzling turned to...