Needham History: How Did Needham Get Its Name?
No one was named 'Needham' A detail from the Dedham Farmers’ Petition, showing the very first written use of our new town name. Note the...
Abatement Requests Rise After Property Reassessments
February 7, 2025 • Needham property owners saw big changes in their tax bills following a property value reassessment, which has led to a bump...
Boys Hoops Blow Out Weston, Hold Off Natick
January 24, 2025 • The Rockets have now won two straight as they attempt to get into position for the postseason. Not even two years...
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...
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...