Needham Police: Emergency Calls, Mental Health Needs Rise
April 16, 2025 • Needham’s police chief shared highlights from its 2024 report. The Needham Police Department fielded close to 44,000 service calls in 2022....
Heidi Frail, School Committee Incumbents Secure Reelection
April 9, 2025 • Voters on Tuesday reelected the Select Board vice chair and both School Committee members, as well as several newcomers running for...
Katie King Nominated for Town Manager
April 2, 2025 • The Select Board named the deputy town manager as Kate Fitzpatrick’s successor, pending successful negotiations. Needham’s next town manager will likely...
Despite Ending Campaign, Barr’s Name Remains
March 31, 2025 • The incumbent’s announcement to suspend her campaign poses some logistical complications. When longtime School Committee member Connie Barr announced she would...
Black Plastic Ban a Go For Town Meeting
March 26, 2025 • In a 3-2 vote, the Select Board approved the inclusion of a proposed black plastic ban on this spring’s warrant, along...
School Literacy, Trees, Referendum Talk at Candidates Forum
March 26, 2025 • Ahead of the April 8 election, candidates shared their priorities and perspectives on the issues facing the town and their respective...