Community survey paints a mixed picture on town’s livability
By Peter O’Neil
According to the 2024 National Community Survey, an overwhelming majority of Needham residents like it here, feel very safe here, think highly of the town’s schools and don’t plan to […]
Public asked to weigh in once more on MBTA plan
By Peter O’Neil
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing this evening, Sept. 5, to receive community input on proposed zoning changes to comply with the MBTA Communities Law. The 7 p.m. […]
Needham family’s kindness leads to a new well in an African village
By Jody Feinberg
Sometimes, a simple “yes” can change lives and even communities. Deb Yolin, a mother of two Needham High School boys, said “yes” when a 16-year-old Ghanaian boarding school student and […]
Young soccer players send equipment overseas
By Seth Bauer
Last week, Lee Popper’s driveway on Newbury Park was chockablock with used soccer equipment destined for young players in four different parts of the globe. Hundreds of pairs of cleats, […]
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