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Deliberations Begin for Central Avenue Chabad
Planning Board Town Growth

Deliberations Begin for Central Avenue Chabad

October 12, 2026 • Before they decide on the project itself, the Planning Board will contemplate the impact of state law on its future decision....

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Marc Mandel
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Anti-ICE Protestors Demonstrate in Needham Center
Beyond Needham On Our Minds

Anti-ICE Protestors Demonstrate in Needham Center

February 2, 2026 • Needham joined communities across the country in protesting against the Trump administration’s immigration actions. Needham protestors gathered around the Town Common...

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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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Town Moves to Address ADU Changes
Beyond Needham Housing Planning Board Town Growth

Town Moves to Address ADU Changes

February 14, 2025 • As Massachusetts makes changes to the laws regulating Accessory Dwelling Units, local towns are left to align their own bylaws, including...

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Yuxiao Yuan
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