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Newton

Oct 11, 2026

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12th Middlesex: Newton says pension bond isn't viable yet; state authorization still pending

Newton's pension bond waits on the market and the State House. Mayor Marc Laredo and Chief Financial Officer Maureen Lemieux told the City Council on Oct. 5 that Newton is still preparing for a possible pension obligation bond but cannot issue one now.

Oct 9, 2026

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12th Middlesex: Newton pension obligation bond stays on hold as city unveils five-year forecast

Newton is still preparing for a pension obligation bond, but its finance team told the City Council on Monday, October 5, that the bond is not viable in today's market.

Oct 1, 2026

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12th Middlesex: Newton committee backs CPA transfer tied to 1314 Washington St. housing

A Community Preservation Act (CPA) transfer for the 1314 Washington Street housing project cleared a Newton committee. Full City Council approval is still required.

Sep 25, 2026

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12th Middlesex: Newton crossing-guard shortage prompts temporary city staff coverage at two intersections

Newton has four vacant crossing-guard posts this fall after two guards resigned in August and the Police Department could not fill the openings before school started, according to Fig City News.

Sep 17, 2026

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