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Needham Looks Toward Progress at Juneteenth Celebration

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Needham Looks Toward Progress at Juneteenth Celebration
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Needham Looks Toward Progress at Juneteenth Celebration

June 22, 2026 • During what some characterized as a fraught political moment, the community commemorated the annual holiday with reflections and calls to action....

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Cameron Morsberger
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Needham Rallies, Marches, Parties for Pride
Town Celebrations & Events

Needham Rallies, Marches, Parties for Pride

June 15, 2026 • Continuing a recent tradition between two local religious institutions, the Needham community gathered to celebrate Pride Month on Saturday afternoon. On...

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Cameron Morsberger
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Town Wary of Development at Border
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Town Wary of Development at Border

June 11, 2026 • With a large-scale development proposed in Dedham near the Needham border, the Needham Select Board approved a letter at its Tuesday...

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Melissa Marchese
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New Tree Plantings to Provide Shade Along Neighborhood ‘Hotspots’
Climate & Sustainability

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...

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Cameron Morsberger
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Loss, Remembrance at Memorial Day Ceremonies
Needham Veterans Services Town Celebrations & Events

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...

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Cameron Morsberger
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Community Conversations Celebrate America@250
Community Organizations On Our Minds Town Celebrations & Events

Community Conversations Celebrate America@250

May 21, 2026 • On May 18, community members checked in with their thoughts on the start of our nation, and how we are still...

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Ashley Julier
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