Katie King Receives Warm Welcome
July 23, 2025 • In her first official Select Board meeting as town manager, Katie King talked members through potential state funding threats and local...
Outgoing Town Manager Departs with Praise
June 25, 2025 • Town Manager Kate Fitzpatrick will be honored with a Needham town holiday and a trust fund in her name. June 26...
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...
Fitzpatrick Talks Passion for Government, Next Steps with Newton Mayor
March 21, 2025 • The two women, whose friendship dates back decades, charted their public service highlights and reflections on their career during a discussion...
Town Manager Kate Fitzpatrick Announces Retirement
October 23, 2024 • Fitzpatrick, who has worked in Needham for over three decades, plans to step down from her role next summer. After nearly...
Redefining the “Perfect Lawn”
June 15, 2023 • Needham uses Integrated Pest Management to limit its use of pesticides, which means a healthier environment for residents. It is the...
