Needham History: The Needham Leg
Oh, yeah? Well, good riddance! Barachaiah Mason’s map of Needham was made in 1771, and is the oldest known map of the town. The map...
Vote on MBTA Zoning Set for May Town Meeting
January 22, 2025 • Town Meeting will vote on the Base Compliance Plan in May, not in February as previously discussed. One word dominated the...
On MLK Day, Needham Reflects on King’s Legacy
January 21, 2025 • Needham honored Martin Luther King Jr. in a ceremony at Needham High School Monday morning. The words of Dr. Martin Luther...
Getting Ready to Reset
January 16, 2025 • Recent events have provided Needham with more time to meet the guidelines set forth in the MBTA Communities Act. In the...
School Dept Wrestles with Incomplete Budget Picture
January 16, 2025 • After hearing from the Needham Town Manager, and facing hard decisions on next year’s budget, the Needham School Committee will postpone...
Needham History: Echo Bridge
A rare view by a famous photographer. The JW Black stereo view of Echo Bridge under construction, showing the timber-framed arch supports and the huge...