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Anchored and produced by Jenn Adams, Newton News is a weekly news program covering Newton-focused stories. Our hyperlocal coverage provides access to important news and information about Newton’s thirteen villages that isn’t covered outside the city.

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This Week’s Stories

February 12, 2025

Superintendent Update 02/10/25

During this week’s School Committee meeting, Superintendent Dr. Anna Nolin updates the community on a variety of topics regarding Newton Public Schools.

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February 12, 2025

Meet the Authors: Stringfellow and Sinclair

On Saturday, February 15th from 2pm – 3pm at Newtonville Books, join Newton Community Pride for an afternoon of storytelling with authors Lisa Stringfellow and Phoebe Sinclair.

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February 12, 2025

Stargardt Summit hosted by The Carroll Center for the Blind

The 2nd Annual Stargardt Summit is happening on Saturday, February 22 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart.

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February 12, 2025

Mark Copeland & Friends Concert

On Friday, February 28 from 7:30pm-8:30pm at the Allen Center for the Arts, join Newton Community Pride for an unforgettable evening with Mark Copeland.

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February 12, 2025

SPECIAL FEATURE: Movie Screening and Conversation with the Director and Star at West Newton Cinema

Attend West Newton Cinema for a screening of "Round the Decay" and a visit from the star on Friday, February 21 at 7pm.

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February 12, 2025

Douglass Day 2025

This Valentine's Day, February 14, the Newton Free Library and FORJ Newton invite you to celebrate the birthday of Frederick Douglass and explore African American history.

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February 12, 2025

Simón Rios - Democracy Talks

On Wednesday, February 19 at 7pm, the Newton Free Library invites you to join WBUR journalist Simón Rios on Zoom.

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February 12, 2025

Behind the Screen: Nickel Boys Panel Discussion

On Sunday, February 23 from 2:20pm to 3:30pm at the West Newton Cinema, join Newton Community Pride for a powerful panel discussion on The Nickel Boys, a film based on Colson Whitehead’s impactful novel.

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