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Needhamites enjoy annual pancake breakfast

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Families and friends flocked to the Newman Elementary School in Needham on Saturday, November 4th, as the Rotary Club held their annual pancake breakfast. On the menu were fluffy pancakes with savory sausages immersed in golden-delicious maple syrup. There were also...

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Gas line explosion on Prince Street

By Paula Roberts

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On the morning of November 4th, a two-story colonial at 126 Prince Street in Needham, was demolished by a gas line explosion as a result of utility work. The house was destroyed by a two-alarm fire. According to Thomas Conroy, Needham...

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Cultivating spiritual connections at the CATH

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Back by popular demand, Medium Cathy Ripley Greene returned to The Center at The Heights (CATH) in Needham! This event was open to the general public and the room was far from empty in anticipation for an incredible evening! 

Rockets soar past Brookline Warriors

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

It was a lively night at the Needham Gymnasium on Monday, November 6th, as the Needham girls' volleyball team sought to settle their rivalry with Brookline in the Sweet 16 round of the post-season. Both teams were intensely focused on...

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We Remember Our Veterans open house

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

In honor of Veterans Day, the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds hosted their “We Remember Our Veterans” Open House this past Wednesday, November 9th. All were welcomed to explore the building while enjoying some light refreshments and a musical performance. 

A scary good time at the UCC

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Little one’s got to wear their costumes a couple days early this year and participate in a Trunk or Treat event located at The Congregational Church of Needham, UCC. This past Saturday, October 28th, thirteen cars filled the parking lot of...

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Girls’ Field Hockey cinch first playoff win

Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Laces were securely fastened to cleats, hair expertly braided and tied into ponytails, and the atmosphere buzzed with anticipation and excitement as the Needham field hockey team hosted their inaugural playoff match against the Newton North Tigers. In a hard-fought battle,...

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Needham Spikes Cancer

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter 

Almost every individual has a personal connection to someone who has faced the formidable challenge of battling cancer, be it a parent, sibling, friend, or cousin. This experience is widely acknowledged as one of life's most demanding trials. The journey...

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Field Hockey falls to the Porkers

Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

On an unseasonably warm late October evening, spectators gathered to witness Needham High's penultimate match of the regular season. With a record of 13-3, the Needham Rockets faced off against their hosts, the formidable Walpole Porkers, who boasted a 16-1 record....

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Norfolk Masonic Building holds open house

By Joseph Maddalena

Hometown Weekly Correspondent

The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts hosted its yearly open house initiative where every lodge in the state of Massachusetts hosted an open house on the same day. This event aimed to foster relationships with local communities and invite members of the...

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Rockets Volleyball soar to victory 

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

It was not without a touch of drama, but the Needham High School Varsity Girls’ Volleyball team took care of business in Framingham on Thursday. The Rockets battled the Flyers to a sweep in straight sets, their ninth sweep and 12th...

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Cooking with Jessica at the CATH

By Paula Roberts

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On October 17,  2023, a lucky group of chefs, who registered before the class, were treated to a wonderful lesson on cooking Butternut Squash Soup by Jessica Weiss at the Center at the Heights (CATH). Chefs gathered in kitchen at the...

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All about Needham News at the CATH

By Audrey Anderson

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On October 16, the League of Women Voters® of Needham held their Fall Forum 2023 titled "Learn All About It: Sources of Needham News" at the Center at the Heights (CATH). Four representatives from local news organizations in Needham presented their...

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Sahar returns to NFPL to discuss new book

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Sponsored by the Ashland Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online Q&A event with author Gail Sahar. This is Sahar’s second appearance through the NFPL as she discussed different aspects of her most recent book, “Blame and...

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Rockets run away with another win

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

A week removed from struggling to put points on the board against Milton, the Needham High School football team put on an offensive clinic on Friday night. The Rockets ran away with the game, defeating visiting Braintree 42-21.

Dinner on the Deck at the CATH

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Chilly weather did not stop seniors from having a lovely dinner together this past Tuesday, October 10th, at the Center at the Heights (CATH). What is normally called “Dinner on the Deck” turned into dinner inside, but seniors still had all...

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Rockets football fall short in defensive battle

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Offensive production was at a premium in Milton on Friday night. Needham High School Varsity Football battled the Wildcats for 40 minutes but could not secure the deciding score, dropping the defensive struggle by a final score of 10-9.

Treasures at Potter’s Trunk Show

By Audrey Anderson

Hometown Weekly Reporter

At the Potter’s Shop Trunk Show at Needham’s Gorse Mill on Saturday, September 30, a large selection of colorful, varied pottery was presented by studio members. Standing behind their open car trunks and before their display tables, potters were there to...

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Reflections on the past at Wingate

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Recently, seniors and their families were invited to explore the enchanting world of "Reflections," a photo gallery that paid tribute to the cherished memories of Wingate residents. This meticulously curated collection of photographs showcased the essence of poignant and unforgettable moments...

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Walpole falls short to Needham

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Needham High School Varsity Boys’ Soccer struck early and often in Walpole on Wednesday afternoon, opening the scoring less than ten minutes into the game and keeping pace for a 4-1 victory over the Timberwolves.

Playing with scoring...

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