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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

Elder Fraud Avoidance Tips

Reporter Seamus Lappin interviews Rachel Lerner, Executive Director of Hebrew SeniorLife’s Center for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and Neglect, in the Newton News studio.

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June 24, 2026

Newton For Everyone: Good Intentions, Bad Outcomes

Seamus Lappin shares key moments and interviews from Newton For Everyone's discussion on affordable housing in Newton.

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June 24, 2026

CLOSED: Crystal Lake and Gath Lap Pool

Crystal Lake will be closed until further notice due to the presence of cyanobacterial algae blooms, which are harmful to both people and animals.
The Gath Lap Pool will be closed until at least Monday, June 29, because broken glass was found in and around the pool. The regular pool will remain open.

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June 24, 2026

Gay Art History: Then and Now

JUN 29 at 6:00PM - Art historian and LGBTQ+ Newton member Molly McGowan shows how queerness has been woven into art since art itself existed.

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June 10, 2026

Could Bugging Be the New Birding? Event Listing

JUL 7 at 7:00PM - Ted Kuklinski of the Newton Conservators explains how you can discover and learn about bugs in your own backyard.

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June 24, 2026

Reading Frederick Douglass Together Event Listing

JUL 29 at 6:30PM - Newton FORJ is hosting a public reading of Frederick Douglass's "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" followed by a discussion led by Dr. Melissa Berry-Woods.

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June 24, 2026

Newton's Juneteenth Celebration 2026

Newton News Correspondent Hannah Connors shares highlights from the festivities at Newton's 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration.

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June 24, 2026

Newton Farmers Market OPEN 2026

Hannah Connors interviews local vendors as she checks out what is available at this year's Farmers' Markets.

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June 24, 2026

Nonantum Village Day Rescheduled for 6-28-26

JUN 28 at 11:30AM - 3:00PM - The Nonantum Village Day festivities, including music, food, and fun for all ages, has been rescheduled for Sunday, June 28.

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June 17, 2026

4th of July Event Information

JUL 4 at 10:00AM - 10:00PM - Enjoy a full day of patriotic fun for all ages at Newton Centre Bowl and Albemarle Park!

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June 24, 2026

The Scoop on Solar Energy Event Listing

JUL 20 at 7:00PM - Visit the Newton Free Library to enjoy a scoop of ice cream while you get the scoop on how to reduce energy costs and environmental impact.

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June 24, 2026

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