Needham, MA Local News, Events, and Information

Westwood Thu. Jun 12 2025

After 13 Years as WHS Athletic Director, Matt Gillis is Retiring

He calls 33 years in one place, "a blessing"

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After 13 Years as WHS Athletic Director, Matt Gillis is Retiring

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Westwood Wed. Jun 11 2025

Weekend Weather Forces Rescheduling of Norfolk County's July 14th Recovery Fest

Norfolk County festival postponed due to rain forecast

Westwood Minute Community Contributor

Weekend Weather Forces Rescheduling of Norfolk County's July 14th Recovery Fest

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Needham Weather: Wednesday March 4

High: 55°

Low: 30°

Wind: 4 MPH W

Chance of snow: 18%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 55 and low of 30 degrees. Sunny in the morning, clear in the afternoon and evening, heavy freezing drizzle overnight.

Westwood Wed. Jun 11 2025

Westwood, Norwood, Quincy Seniors in Crisis Are “Saved” by Norfolk County Sheriff’s “Are You Ok” Program

Check-ins for seniors living alone

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Westwood, Norwood, Quincy Seniors in Crisis Are “Saved” by Norfolk County Sheriff’s “Are You Ok” Program

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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 Tue. Jun 10 2025

Westwood Pride Event Attracts Large Crowd for Third Annual Celebration

Drag show, food vendors added to Westwood Pride offerings

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Westwood Pride Event Attracts Large Crowd for Third Annual Celebration

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Westwood Mon. Jun 9 2025

OPINION & ANALYSIS: Why We Face an Affordable Housing Problem in the Boston Metro Area

OPINION: Local policies behind affordable housing problem

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OPINION & ANALYSIS: Why We Face an Affordable Housing Problem in the Boston Metro Area

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Westwood Sun. Jun 8 2025

Library Kickstarts Summer Reading with Mocktails and Must Reads

Local librarians recommend summer reading titles

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Library Kickstarts Summer Reading with Mocktails and Must Reads

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Westwood Sat. Jun 7 2025

Police Log: Assault and Battery with Stun Gun in Road Rage Incident, Female Attempts Escape from Car, and Other Stories

Angry motorist reportedly zaps victim with stun gun

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Police Log: Assault and Battery with Stun Gun in Road Rage Incident, Female Attempts Escape from Car, and Other Stories

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Westwood Thu. Jun 5 2025

Needham Community Theatre Reveals "Grease" as NCT's First Ever 24-Hour Musical on Sunday, June 8th (Update)

Local 24-hour musical plays for one-night only

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Needham Community Theatre Reveals Grease as NCT's First Ever 24-Hour Musical on Sunday, June 8th (Update)

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Westwood Thu. Jun 5 2025

Westwood Select Board Reorganizes in First Meeting Following April 2025 Town Election

Robert Gotti is SB's new chair

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Westwood Select Board Reorganizes in First Meeting Following April 2025 Town Election

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Westwood Thu. Jun 5 2025

Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Makes $10 Million Gift Commitment to Xaverian, Largest in School's History

John. J. Sullivan, Xaverian '77, sets gift-giving record

Westwood Minute Community Contributor

Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Makes $10 Million Gift Commitment to Xaverian, Largest in School's History

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Westwood Wed. Jun 4 2025

Westwood Town Administrator Coleman is Announced as Next City Manager of City of Milford

Chris Coleman accepts new out-of-state job

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Westwood Town Administrator Coleman is Announced as Next City Manager of City of Milford

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Westwood Wed. Jun 4 2025

Westwood Residents Vote to Put Brakes on Funding New Fire Station 1 (UPDATED)

Special Election ballot question on funding new fire station fails

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Westwood Residents Vote to Put Brakes on Funding New Fire Station 1 (UPDATED)

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