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MetroWest Health Foundation announces $329,000 in grants

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:24:19 GMT

The MetroWest Health Foundation announced in a press release on Thursday that it approved $329,000 in grants to local organizations to improve the health of elders and adolescents, and to assess how some school districts are able to handle students' mental health needs.

Needham Youth Services to hold single parent support group this summer

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:40:09 GMT

Space is still available in a six-week single parent support group offered this summer by Needham Youth Services, officials said. The group will offer parents opportunities to discuss raising children alone, time management, finding time for personal interests, parenting strategies, and stress management.

On Biking: Riding nearly 150 miles for a beer

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 22:25:42 GMT

How far would you ride for a beer? One mile, two miles, three miles, four? On June 15th, Toffer Winslow of Needham, along with 1,000-plus fellow cyclists, will take on the B2B ride, a 148 mile sufferfest that starts at the Harpoon Brewery in Boston and finishes at the Harpoon Brewery in Windsor, VT.

Law raising age to buy cigarettes to 19 takes effect in Brookline

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 21:09:26 GMT

Eighteen-year-olds can no longer legally buy cigarettes in Brookline, as a measure spearheaded by high school students to raise the minimum age to purchase tobacco products kicked in over the weekend.

Local rock band camp to hold 3-day concert in Needham, benefit Hole in the Wall Gang Camp

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 20:10:29 GMT

Plugged In, an organization that teaches local teenagers how to play in a rock band, will showcase the culmination of their students 14 weeks of lessons in a three-day benefit concern in Needham.

What's the best independent coffee shop in Greater Boston?

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 15:47:33 GMT

We're obsessed with coffee over at Boston.com, so wanted to put together Coffee Week to celebrate all things java! New interactives, maps, and galleries for the caffeine-obsessed will be unveiled each day this week. On Sunday, we wrote and mapped...

Scituate, Needham youth rugby teams play for state title

Fri, 24 May 2013 21:24:42 GMT

Scituate faces Needham at noon on Saturday, in the Massachusetts Youth Rugby Organization's Division 1A championship game.

Needham photographer showcasing landscape works in Dover during June

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:20:56 GMT

The works of Thomas Gaitley, a Needham-based fine arts photographer who specializes in landscapes, will be on display in Dover starting this month through June in an exhibit free and open to the public, according to organizers.

YMCA offers free summer memberships for 13- to 17-year-olds

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:10:14 GMT

The YMCA of Greater Boston is encouraging teens to get active this summer, offering free memberships at all 13 branches around the city, it announced Wednesday.

Simon and Sons to move Newton store to Needham this summer

Mon, 13 May 2013 21:04:53 GMT

Simon and Sons, a 108-year-old men's and boy's clothing store, will move from its Newton storefront home of the past 20 years to a more spacious spot in Needham this summer, said owner Paul Simon.

GOP Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez to address Needham, Newton business leaders

Mon, 13 May 2013 19:27:41 GMT

Gabriel Gomez, the Republican candidate for the US Senate seat vacated by John Kerry, will address locals later this month during an event hosted by the Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce.

Needham School Committee member Marianne Cooley to run unopposed for selectman seat

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:38:29 GMT

Needham School Committee member Marianne B. Cooley will run unopposed for the Board of Selectmen this June during a special town election, according to the town clerk's office.

YMCA of Greater Boston offers free memberships to Marathon bombing victims, first responders

Wed, 08 May 2013 17:37:25 GMT

Each of the 13 branches of the YMCA of Greater Boston are offering free 2013 memberships to victims of the Marathon bombings and free one-month memberships to local first responders.

Needham Town Meeting votes to temporarily ban medical marijuana centers

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:05:43 GMT

Needham Annual Town Meeting voted Monday night to pass a 10-month moratorium that would temporarily prevent any medical marijuana dispensaries from opening in town, according to officials at Town Hall.

Needham accepting applications for peer tutoring program

Fri, 03 May 2013 20:30:20 GMT

Needham Youth Services officials are accepting applications for both high school tutors and students needing tutoring in the third through eighth grades for its peer tutoring program to start in the upcoming academic year.

Newton-Needham chamber extends hand to Back Bay businesses

Wed, 01 May 2013 23:07:08 GMT

The Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation of Needham to show support for the businesses in Bostons Back Bay impacted by the April 15 Boston Marathon bombing.

Riverside Trauma Center to provide psychological support related to Marathon bombings

Wed, 01 May 2013 17:08:07 GMT

The Riverside Trauma Center in Needham will be managing psychological first aid for residents and businesses outside Boston affected by the Boston Marathon Bombings, according to a statement released Wednesday.

High school scholarships available

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 11:32:56 GMT

The Newton Needham Chamber of Commerce will be awarding two scholarships to deserving high school graduates who reside in Newton or Needham and who will be attending an accredited college or university in the 2013 - 2014 academic year, according to a press release.

Nominations wanted for the Newton-Needham Green Business Awards

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 01:17:29 GMT

The Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce is looking to recognize business that have make significant contributions towards protecting the environment, according to a press release.

Smoother drive ahead for bumpy Needham Street in Newton

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 23:18:47 GMT

The state has been repaving Needham Street this month after hearing years of complaints from businesses, city officials and drivers about the shabby condition of the heavily used roadway. The milling and paving project, which costs $600,000, stretches from Highland Avenue and Webster Street in Needham to Needham and Dedham streets in Newton. A distance of about 1.8 miles, said Michael Verseckes, a spokesman for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation.

Take a peak into what the Needham Open Studios will feature

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:36:45 GMT

Todd Krieger for Boston.com This press release was submitted by Todd Krieger for the Needham Open Studios When Needham residents who drop off their trash at the Needham Recycling and Transfer Station see discarded VCRs and computers, they dont...

Earth Day Charles River cleanup postponed

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:31:22 GMT

The Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup was postponed from Saturday, April 20, to Saturday, April 27, as authorities continued their manhunt Friday for the second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings.

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital breaks ground for new Cancer Center and Surgical Pavilion

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:10:06 GMT

Construction is now underway for the new Beth Israel Deaconess Cancer Center & Surgical Pavilion after Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham (BID-Needham) broke ground April 10 for the building which is expected to open in summer 2014, according to a press release.

Needham elects new Planning Board member, while three School Committee members keep seats

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 19:50:01 GMT

Three Needham School Committee incumbents beat out a newcomer to reclaim their seats in last night's election, as Planning Board hopeful Elizabeth Grimes narrowly beat out her opponent for the seat vacated by current member Ronald Ruth.

5 things you should know in girls' lacrosse this week

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 12:00:00 GMT

By Cat Calsolaro, Globe Correspondent Here are some tidbits for you to consider in girls' lacrosse this week to start the spring season. 1. 300 and counting -- Winchester head coach Suzanne Ontso captured her 300th career win April 6...