Needham History: Ahoy Mateys!
Exploring Needham's rich maritime history The house of Captain Gorham Burkett on Highland Avenue, now the site of Walgreen's. At the time the house was...
Sending ‘Smiles’ to Local Seniors
November 29, 2023 • The holidays bring families together, but those who can’t celebrate with loved ones may struggle to find the seasonal spirit. One...
Last in Print, The Hometown Weekly Remains
November 27, 2023 • As newspapers die out, the Hometown Weekly aims to maintain a local print journalism presence. The Needham Chronicle and Wellesley Advertiser...
Temple Beth Shalom targeted in apparent swatting incident
November 20, 2023 • Temple Beth Shalom was the target of a hoax bomb threat Sunday afternoon, reflecting the rise of antisemitism amid the ongoing...
‘Bad Blood’: 135 years of Needham-Wellesley Football Rivalry
November 20, 2023 • Thanksgiving and football go hand-in-hand in communities across America, but the pairing is notably and historically special to Needham and Wellesley....
Needham History: Needham vs. Wellesley – The Back Story
Back to a time when the rivalry was darker and more serious... The Barachiah Mason map of Needham, 1771. At the time, the town included...