Indian Community Celebrates Country’s Independence
August 17, 2026 • Needham’s Indian diaspora recognized the national holiday while looking to the next generation to “carry this legacy forward.” While celebrations across...
Fireworks and Festivities for 250th Celebration
July 13, 2026 • The semiquincentennial brought out lots of red, white and blue in Needham. As one Needhamite recently put it, “There is no...
This Fourth of July, Needham Looks Back and Uplifts Values
July 1, 2026 • In a “culminating civic ritual of renewal,” faith leaders led the community through historical documents and reflections before the nation’s birthday....
Needham Looks Toward Progress at Juneteenth Celebration
June 22, 2026 • During what some characterized as a fraught political moment, the community commemorated the annual holiday with reflections and calls to action....
Needham Rallies, Marches, Parties for Pride
June 15, 2026 • Continuing a recent tradition between two local religious institutions, the Needham community gathered to celebrate Pride Month on Saturday afternoon. On...
Local WWII Veteran Celebrates Milestone Birthday
May 4, 2026 • Fred Larson, a Needham resident and veteran, received warm 101st birthday wishes at a party last month. As a young man,...