Town Meeting Debates Tax Relief, Plastic Ban in Final Night
May 14, 2025 • Special Town Meeting commenced and concluded Monday night, but not without lengthy discussion and narrow votes. Town Meeting members passed seven...
Needham Celebrates Arbor Day with New Saplings, Park Cleanup
April 28, 2025 • Town arborists and community partners took to Needham High School and Noyes Park to honor the holiday in a hands-on way....
Envision Needham Looks to Engage Business Community
April 23, 2025 • Since forming last August, the working group has yet to fill seats open to local business owners. The Select Board voted...
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...