Select Board Wary of Going ‘Nicotine-Free’
November 15, 2024 • Needham Select Board members share their reservations about introducing a Nicotine-Free Generation policy in the community. The Needham Public Health Division...
Off-Leash Dog Area Considered at Mills Field, Rosemary Lake
November 14, 2024 • The town sought the Select Board’s feedback on the creation of an off-leash dog park or trail at the board’s meeting...
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...
Odd Lot Becomes Focal Point for Housing Initiative
October 31, 2024 • Needham Select Board members voted on a building proposal, which would include affordable units. The day after Town Meeting approved new...
Town Manager Kate Fitzpatrick Announces Retirement
October 23, 2024 • Fitzpatrick, who has worked in Needham for over three decades, plans to step down from her role next summer. After nearly...
A More Complete Picture of School Absenteeism
October 18, 2024 • Members of the Needham School Committee share their concerns about certain subgroups of students having more unexcused absences at their meeting...