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Summer in Review

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This summer’s top local stories

Community Reacts to Boylston 528 Development

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Boylston 528, a large luxury building project, faces backlash from the community since it was announced last year

Newton Enacts Latest Zoning Regulations

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The city’s updated zoning regulations impact the community

Teacher Contract Negotiations Grind to a Halt

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Update on the ongoing NPS teacher contract negotiations

May in Review

June 13, 2023June 13, 2023 The Lion's Roar151Leave a Comment

The biggest local stories of May.

Leaving a Legacy

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Five South teachers have announced their retirement.

Drag show at North faces controversy

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A drag show hosted at North as part of a Gender and Sexuality Awareness club (GSA) celebration sparks protest.

NPS community predicts budget cut effects

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On March 14, Newton residents voted against a tax override that would impact school budgets.

New dean and new department head hired

June 13, 2023June 13, 2023 The Lion's Roar141Leave a Comment

Newton Public Schools has announced a new dean at South and a new Fine and Performing Arts department head for next year.

South stage presents 9 to 5: the musical

June 4, 2023June 4, 2023 The Lion's Roar210Leave a Comment

Behind the scenes of South Stage’s spring play 9 to 5: the musical as the cast prepared to take the stage on May 18, 19 and 20. Photos by Bella Ishanyan.