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Handbooks Passed, Absentee Policy Changes Not Present
Schools

Handbooks Passed, Absentee Policy Changes Not Present

May 21, 2026 • The School Committee approved updated handbooks that included guidelines around physical restraint and timeout policies, as newly recommended by the state,...

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Cameron Morsberger
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Needham Police Share Department Guidance, Policies on ICE
On Our Minds Public Safety Select Board

Needham Police Share Department Guidance, Policies on ICE

January 28, 2026 • Needham Police officers have a “duty to intervene” in the event of excessive force, Chief John Schlittler told the Select Board...

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Cameron Morsberger
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The Impact of Community Feedback
Climate & Sustainability Public Works Select Board Town Growth

The Impact of Community Feedback

January 11, 2024 • At the January 9th Select Board meeting, new RTS policy was put in place after receiving comments from the community, and...

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Yuxiao Yuan
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