Massachusetts Court Upholds Outdoor Water Restrictions During Droughts
August 4, 2025 • Massachusetts towns will need to follow statewide water restrictions during droughts, whether they agree with them or not. That’s the message...
What a Cell Phone Ban Might Mean for Needham Schools
August 4, 2025 • The MA Senate passed legislation that would restrict student cell phone use in the state’s public schools during the school day....
Envision Considers Rebrand Following Public Opposition
July 21, 2025 • “It’s a dirty word in some circles in this town,” a committee member said. Much like the Neighborhood Housing Plan created...
Why Needham is Suing over Water Restrictions
July 17, 2025 • The town has joined other communities in suing the state over restrictions being placed on water usage. Here's why they think...
Local Youth Give Back, Learn More in Return
July 14, 2025 • A new group of student volunteers joined the Volunteers Around Needham to assist local organizations while earning community service hours. In...
Sunscreen Dispensers to Combat Summer Sunburn
July 11, 2025 • The Needham Public Health Division re-installed free dispensers at three locations across town, with some changes. From her office at the...