Needham History: The Hottest Meeting Ever Held in Needham
We still have Town Meeting, but without the fistfights. Eaton’s Livery, Sale, & Boarding Stable, circa 1880. Everett Eaton maintained vehicles of various types for...
Special Town Election Scheduled for MBTA Rezoning Compliance
November 27, 2024 • On January 14th, Needham voters will determine whether to support Town Meeting’s approval of the extensive compliance plan. Town officials have,...
Petition Prompts Special Election
November 25, 2024 • A group of residents successfully gathered the required signatures to hold a referendum, where advocates hope to overturn the zoning articles...
Odd Lot Becomes Focal Point for Housing Initiative
October 31, 2024 • Needham Select Board members voted on a building proposal, which would include affordable units. The day after Town Meeting approved new...
Town Meeting Opts to Go Big
October 23, 2024 • In their October session, the body approved the more ambitious of the two proposed zoning amendments despite calls for caution. But...
Zoning Secures Select Board Support
October 10, 2024 • The Planning Board came to the table with the final articles addressing the controversial MBTA Communities Law. They hoped to gain...