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During Black History Month, Historians Encourage Us to Remember
Beyond Needham On Our Minds

During Black History Month, Historians Encourage Us to Remember

February 9, 2026 • Two Massachusetts history scholars discuss slavery in Massachusetts and the challenges in both uncovering that history and addressing misunderstanding. When people...

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Cameron Morsberger
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Anti-ICE Protestors Demonstrate in Needham Center
Beyond Needham On Our Minds

Anti-ICE Protestors Demonstrate in Needham Center

February 2, 2026 • Needham joined communities across the country in protesting against the Trump administration’s immigration actions. Needham protestors gathered around the Town Common...

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Cameron Morsberger
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Needham Police Share Department Guidance, Policies on ICE
On Our Minds Public Safety Select Board

Needham Police Share Department Guidance, Policies on ICE

January 28, 2026 • Needham Police officers have a “duty to intervene” in the event of excessive force, Chief John Schlittler told the Select Board...

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Cameron Morsberger
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Needham History: The Snowy Day
Local History Needham History Center and Museum

Needham History: The Snowy Day

  Brings out the kid in all of us. The Snowy Day The last couple of winters have been fairly snow-free. In 2023 and 2024,...

Gloria Greis, Needham History Center and Museum
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Jeff Dinneen: Certified ‘Good Person’
Giving Back Needham Community Council

Jeff Dinneen: Certified ‘Good Person’

January 26, 2026 • The Needham resident, who founded Cans for Calcium to benefit the Needham Community Council’s food pantry, will accept this year’s Good...

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Cameron Morsberger
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MBTA Tracks Alter Demolition Plans
Business & Economy Housing

MBTA Tracks Alter Demolition Plans

January 22, 2026 • As the property is prepared to build a new residential complex on the site, a logistical problem has brought the developers...

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Marc Mandel
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