Select Board Mulls Black Plastic Ban
March 12, 2025 • With Town Meeting approaching, the board discussed taking up two plastics reduction articles, one more controversial than the other. Representatives from...
RTS Survey Ends Monday
February 14, 2025 • From pick up to drop off, the town wants your input on how you use the Recycling and Transfer Station. Your...
‘Not the Time’ for Plastic Water Bottle Ban, Select Board Says
February 12, 2025 • Green Needham sought support for three initiatives to reduce plastics in town at the Select Board’s meeting Tuesday, including a plastic...
Needham Schools Ditch Single-Use Lunch Trays
February 10, 2025 • The school district has phased out its compostable cafeteria trays in favor of reusable stainless steel ones. Students at Needham Public...
Dry Conditions Prompt Red Flag Warning
November 15, 2024 • We spoke with Chief Conroy from the Needham Fire Department about the high risk of wildfires. The long stretch of dry...
New Tree Committee Taking Root
November 7, 2024 • After previous attempts stalled, the town is renewing efforts to preserve its shade trees. It is an issue with a simple...