Needham Board of Health begins FY27 budget push on rats and senior meals. Staff told the board the Select Board requested added pest-control funding after resident rat complaints, with "smart traps" at the town's recycling facility recording no catches in recent months despite continued sightings.
NEEDHAM -- June 26, 2026, Needham's Board of Health received 2025 teen health survey data showing mental health improvements but persistent youth alcohol concerns. At the June 26 meeting, Emily and Julie presented
Needham Board of Health hits Speedway and 7-Eleven with fines and suspensions for repeat tobacco violations.
Needham Board of Health reorganizes and flags state bills threatening local age-limit authority. The board unanimously elected Robert Partridge as chair and Artie as vice chair at its April 17 meeting, with Steven Epstein taking the secretary-clerk role.
Needham Board of Health orders cleanup at rat-infested Highland Avenue dumpster site.
Needham suspends tobacco sales at three stores after all fail first ID check under new age law.
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