Chamber promotes starter-home ballot initiative and restaurant gift-card fundraiser at fall breakfast Charles River Regional Chamber President Greg Reebman asked attendees to sign a petition for a starter-home ballot initiative allowing homes on lots as small as 5,000 sq ft and announced a gift-card give-back program in which more than 25 restaurants will donate up to 25% of gift-card profits through Thanksgiving to local food delivery and pantry(s

Local leaders are paving the way for affordable housing and supporting food security with a new petition and a gift-card fundraising initiative at the Chamber's fall breakfast.

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Residents and officials debate housing and development as drivers of Newton's fiscal future Candidates, voters and business leaders told New TV that housing and responsible development are central to Newton's long-term fiscal health, commercial vitality and the ability to retain teachers and essential workers. Opinions diverged on the effects of MBTA Communities Act rezoning and village-center growth.

As Newton grapples with the future of housing, residents demand affordable options while business leaders warn that high prices could drive essential workers away.

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Newton Council Approves Reappointments for Housing Authority and Biotechnology Committee Councilors unanimously approve reappointments of Vincent O'Donnell and Christopher Murphy.

Newton City councilors have unanimously reappointed key leaders to bolster essential services, ensuring experienced guidance in housing and biotechnology initiatives.

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City Council discusses need for dedicated climate and housing committee Council debates adding climate and housing topics to existing committee structures.

The Newton City Council is at a crossroads, debating the urgent need for dedicated committees to tackle climate change and the housing crisis head-on.

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Newton council debates revised special permit for Watertown Street mixed-use project City council discusses developer's request for three additional units in Newton's village center project.

A heated debate erupts in Newton as residents clash over a proposed mixed-use development that could transform Watertown Street—will the city prioritize housing needs or preserve neighborhood character?

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