Manning Street tree in jeopardy
By Peter O’Neil
The Select Board deferred action last week on a homeowner’s request to remove a public shade tree that was irreparably damaged during the demolition of a home on Manning Street. […]
Sky Candle lights up Needham retail
By Frederica Saylor Lalonde
On Aug. 1, the custom candle and scent-maker Sky Candle Co. opened on 1096 Great Plain Ave. in the former Your CBD Store location. Only 60 days after signing their […]
Needham Garden Center reopens with hardware store
By Frederica Saylor Lalonde
After several months of renovations, Needham Garden Center recently reopened its new-concept store that includes a full line of hardware products and services. The space, which expanded into the front […]
All hands on deck on large houses, trees, downtown and stormwater
By Peter O’Neil
“Time,” Albert Einstein is alleged to have said, “is what keeps everything from happening at once.” In her role as the Needham’s chief operating officer, Town Manager Kate Fitzpatrick does […]
State rep candidates cordial in forum
By Jeanne Hopkins
Other than their background and experience, there was little that differentiated the Democratic candidates for state representative at a recent forum sponsored by the Democratic Town Committees (DTC) of Dover, […]
India Day celebrates independence
By Jeanne Hopkins
History and culture came together in a celebration of India’s 77th Independence Day on Aug.17 at Powers Hall. Organized by the Indian Community of Needham, India Day featured musical and […]
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