Government · Conservation
Commission advances 200-foot wetlands buffer plan
The Needham Conservation Commission voted to advance a bylaw expanding its local wetlands buffer from 100 to 200 feet along the Charles River.
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Needham Changes Polling Locations for Five Precincts Ahead of Primary
Needham voters in five precincts will find new polling places for Tuesday's state primary. The town's News Flash confirmed Thursday that Precincts A, B, C, D and G have changed locations ahead of the September 1 Massachusetts Primary, when polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Elsewh…
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Needham Warns Residents to Avoid Rosemary Lake Amid Algae Testing
Needham issued a public health advisory Wednesday warning residents to avoid contact with Rosemary Lake amid testing for a toxic algae bloom. The town's News Flash said the Massachusetts Department of Public Health is testing the water for cyanobacteria and urged residents to keep pets …
Government · Planning Board
Planning Board Approves BI Needham Oak Street Lot
The Needham Planning Board unanimously approved a special permit for a new 39-space valet parking lot for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham on Oak Street.
Government · Other Committee
Needham commission votes to advance South Street district
Needham's Historic District Commission voted to advance the proposed 178 South Street local historic district toward an October town meeting warrant.
Government · Other Committee
Health board to amend budget over $6,111 gap
The Charles River Public Health District Advisory Board grappled with a $6,111 budget shortfall and new state kratom restrictions at its August 25 meeting.
Morning Brief
Elevator Outage Disrupts Programs at Center at the Heights
An elevator outage at the Center at the Heights disrupted second-floor senior programs Tuesday, prompting relocations and cancellations while repairs continue. The town's News Flash confirmed the equipment failure August 25 and gave no timeline for a fix, leaving some Council on Aging a…
Government · Other Committee
PBBC reviews Fire Station 2 floor cracks
Needham's Permanent Public Building Committee disclosed cracking in the Fire Station 2 apparatus bay floor that is letting water seep upward and rust steel beams below.
Government · Other Committee
Park Commission reappoints Jim to CPC liaison role
The Needham Park and Recreation Commission voted to reappoint Commissioner Jim as its Community Preservation Committee liaison and approved several fall and 2027 special-event permits.
Government · Other Committee
Park Panel Interviews Seven for Commission Seat
Needham's Park and Recreation Commission vacancy subcommittee interviewed seven candidates for an open seat.