Needham, MA Local News, Events, and Information

Westwood Sat. Dec 20 2025

Westwood High School, Police Investigate Swastika Graffiti Discovered on First Day of Hanukkah

WPS responds to antisemitic graffiti

Darlene Cancell Editor

Westwood High School, Police Investigate Swastika Graffiti Discovered on First Day of Hanukkah

Darlene Cancell Editor

Westwood Sat. Dec 20 2025

First Baptist Church of Westwood Announces Sock Collection for Homeless

Sock donations collected this winter

Darlene Cancell Editor

First Baptist Church of Westwood Announces Sock Collection for Homeless

Darlene Cancell Editor

Needham Weather: Wednesday March 4

High: 55°

Low: 28°

Wind: 4 MPH WSW

Chance of snow: 19%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 55 and low of 28 degrees. Sunny during the morning, freezing fog in the afternoon and evening, heavy freezing drizzle overnight.

Westwood event

Wed Dec 24 4:00 pm

No-Stress Christmas Pageant Worship

In this no-stress, no-rehearsals Christmas pageant, ANY child who shows up (come early, please) is welcome to pick a

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Area Environmental Groups Co-Host a Repair Cafe - Sat Mar 7 2:00 pm
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One Book One Town: Community Book Swap & Clothing Swap - Sat Mar 14 11:00 am
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St. Patricks Day Book Signing: "Reflections of an Irish Grandson" & "Dropkick Murphy" - Sat Mar 14 1:00 pm
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Kristina Murray Needham News Tip - Wed. Nov 8 2023

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham holds fundraising Gala
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Kristina Murray Needham News Tip - Wed. Mar 29 2023

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham is expanding!
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Westwood Fri. Dec 19 2025

Things To Do around Westwood This Weekend and Beyond: Saturday, December 20th to Wednesday, December 24th

Holiday activities through Christmas Eve

Darlene Cancell Editor

Things To Do around Westwood This Weekend and Beyond: Saturday, December 20th to Wednesday, December 24th

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Westwood Thu. Dec 18 2025

Westwood School Committee Votes to Prioritize Thurston Middle School Construction Project

91% of respondents agree -- invest in Thurston before Sheehan

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Westwood School Committee Votes to Prioritize Thurston Middle School Construction Project

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Westwood Wed. Dec 17 2025

A Legacy of Leadership: Celebrating Kristen Evans as She Retires after 18 Years in Westwood Public Schools

Sheehan principal to retire in December

Darlene Cancell Editor

A Legacy of Leadership: Celebrating Kristen Evans as She Retires after 18 Years in Westwood Public Schools

Darlene Cancell Editor

Westwood Wed. Dec 17 2025

70 Weeks, 700 Poems, 4 Poetry Events: Tuesday Evening Poets to Celebrate 4th Anniversary

The Westwood Tuesday Evening Poetry Workshop marks its fourth anniversary on January 11.

Lynne Viti Contributor

70 Weeks, 700 Poems, 4 Poetry Events: Tuesday Evening Poets to Celebrate 4th Anniversary

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Westwood Tue. Dec 16 2025

OPINION: The "One Chatbot Per Child" Model for AI in Classrooms Conflicts with What Research Shows: Learning is a Social Process

OPINION: Learning depends on social interaction

The Conversation Contributor

OPINION: The One Chatbot Per Child Model for AI in Classrooms Conflicts with What Research Shows: Learning is a Social Process

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Westwood Mon. Dec 15 2025

Police Log: Arrest of Squatter, Holiday Decorations Vandalized, Report of Stalking

Vandal cuts cord to holiday lights

Darlene Cancell Editor

Police Log: Arrest of Squatter, Holiday Decorations Vandalized, Report of Stalking

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Westwood Mon. Dec 15 2025

Hanukkah Begins at Sundown on Sunday, December 14th

Happy Hanukkah!

Darlene Cancell Editor

Hanukkah Begins at Sundown on Sunday, December 14th

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Westwood Sat. Dec 13 2025

Westwood In A Minute: Community Chest's Luminary Night Shines a Light on Neighbors in Need

PHOTOS: Lighting up luminaries in support of neighbors

Darlene Cancell Editor

Westwood In A Minute: Community Chest's Luminary Night Shines a Light on Neighbors in Need

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Westwood Thu. Dec 11 2025

Things To Do around Westwood This Weekend: Friday, Dec 12 to Sunday, Dec 14

Community singalong, carols, concerts, and a holiday party

Darlene Cancell Editor

Things To Do around Westwood This Weekend: Friday, Dec 12 to Sunday, Dec 14

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