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Newton Launches Bigbelly Solar Powered Waste Collection Initiative

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The city installed 340 units in 170 locations across Newton in April and May. Solar-powered and utilizing cloud technology, the units come equipped with compacting and sensing technology.

The Best Hikes Within An Hour Of Boston

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Looking for something to do on a sunny summer day? Here are the most beautiful hikes all under an hour from Boston.

 

Newton's Festival of The Arts!

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Newton's amazing Spring Festival of the Arts in coming to an end soon. But if you're looking for some family-friendly fun this weekend- check out these events that still haven't finished and take part in the community fun!

Governor Charlie Baker Increases Spending for Affordable Housing

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Governor Charlie Baker is proposing an 8% increase on state spending for affordable housing for next year, and an 18% increment throughout the following five years, to a sum of $1.1 billion.

Baker proposed utilizing a sizable part of the new supports in the state’s capital spending plan to protect a portion of the 3,300 affordable residential units that are set to end up being priced at the market rate in the near future. The arrangement would finance more projects for affordable housing, for low-income families and for development projects in the state.

Newton Market Update: May 2016

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The Greater Boston Association of Realtors has released the local market updates for March 2016 and judging from the high number of inventory available in the Newton area, it’s a buyer’s market.

The supply of homes for sale in March was up over February, indicating that more sellers are deciding to list their homes. However, while prices were up over last year, the increases aren’t too lofty.

Historic Newton's Annual House Tour May 22nd

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Historic Newton’s annual House Tour, held this year on May 22 from noon to 5 p.m., offers the public a rare opportunity to look inside a select group of remarkable private residences and non-commercial properties in Newton. 

Open House Alert: Exquisite New Construction in Highly Sought After Newton Location

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This exquisite new construction is now ready for occupancy! Located in one of the most sought after neighborhoods this custom built “Smart Home” residence comes from an admired construction team that brings Back Bay/Beacon Hil quality to Newton. 

 

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