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What a Cell Phone Ban Might Mean for Needham Schools
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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....

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Cameron Morsberger
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Envision Considers Rebrand Following Public Opposition
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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...

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Why Needham is Suing over Water Restrictions
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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...

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Local Youth Give Back, Learn More in Return
Community Organizations Needham Youth and Family Services

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...

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Sunscreen Dispensers to Combat Summer Sunburn
Health & Wellness Needham Public Health

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...

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Cameron Morsberger
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Pollard Auditorium, Flooding Emerge as Concerns at Listening Session
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Pollard Auditorium, Flooding Emerge as Concerns at Listening Session

July 10, 2025 • The Needham Public Schools hosted two listening sessions concerning the future of Pollard Middle School with the goal of attracting community...

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