Two boards, same vote, for MBTA base plan
By Peter O’Neil
In separate votes a little more than an hour apart on Tuesday evening, the Select Board and Planning Board each unanimously voted that the town go forward with the minimally […]
Abatement requests can be an uphill battle
By Peter O’Neil
With overall property valuations in town having increased by nearly one-quarter over last year and with a more dramatic impact on smaller lots, the assessors office is bracing for an […]
Monsoon Indian Kitchen cooks up family recipes
By Jeanne Hopkins
Carrying on a family tradition, Needham resident Paramjit Singh joined with his brother Narinder Guhania and best friend Pardeep Kumar to launch Monsoon Indian Kitchen at 324 Chestnut St. The […]
Branding and Seal Committee needs a new image
By Bob Baker
The Needham Branding and Town Seal Committee thought the finish line was in sight. It has been meeting since November 2023 and completed the branding logo last summer, voting unanimously […]
Scalia wraps up service overseeing town’s trust funds
By Bob Baker
Whether it’s providing scholarships for Needham High School students or money to help protect victims of domestic violence, some Needham residents become so engaged by aspects of civic life that […]
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