ICE Detains Two Outside Court, City Hall

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ICE Detains Two Individuals in Newton Enforcement Actions

Federal immigration agents detained one person outside Newton District Court on Thursday, then followed and stopped a vehicle driven by an acquaintance in front of City Hall and detained that person as well, according to Mayor Marc Laredo. Newton police responded to the City Hall scene after a bystander's 911 call and maintained order during the enforcement action; the second individual was released before all parties dispersed. The identities of the two people, the reason for the initial detention, and whether the first person remains in federal custody have not been released.

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BC Women's Soccer Blanks Boston University 4-0 in Newton

Boston College women's soccer stayed undefeated with a 4-0 win over Boston University on Thursday, Sept. 10, at the Newton Soccer Complex.

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Newton South Boys Soccer Team Kicks Off 2026 Season

Newton South boys soccer coach Floyd Butler expressed optimism for a postseason run after the team's season-opening match against BC High, per a report published Thursday, Sept. 10.

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Acumen Pharmaceuticals Schedules September Investor Day

Newton-based Acumen Pharmaceuticals will host a virtual investor day on Sept. 16 to discuss its Alzheimer's drug development.

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Newton ZAP Committee to Review Demolition Trends and Delay Rules

The City Council's Zoning & Planning Committee meets Sept. 14 to discuss home demolition and replacement data, the Demolition Delay Ordinance, and state Chapter 40A updates.

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Finance Committee Takes Up $23K Emergency Grant and Land Deal

The City Council Finance Committee meets Sept. 14 to consider a $23,040 state emergency preparedness grant, funding for a Disability Pride event, and borrowing to acquire 492 Waltham Street.

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Historical Commission Sets Hearing on Moffat Road Demo Violation

The Newton Historical Commission has scheduled a hearing on an alleged Demolition Delay ordinance violation at 142 Moffat Road, along with demolition applications for more than a dozen other properties.

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Planning Board Sets Homer Street Subdivision Working Session

The Newton Planning & Development Board holds a working session Sept. 16 on a proposed subdivision plan amendment for 60 and 61 Chapin Road and 132 Homer Street.

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Energy Commission to Review BERDO and Department Reorganization

The Newton Energy Commission meets Sept. 15 to review Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance progress, greenhouse gas inventories, and the Climate & Sustainability Department reorganization.

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Nonantum Post 440 Hosts Friday Afternoon Cribbage

American Legion Nonantum Post 440 hosts its weekly cribbage game today, Friday, Sept. 11, from 1:30-5 p.m. in the Post Members Lounge.

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Boston College Field Hockey Hosts Maine in Friday Showdown

Boston College field hockey opens its weekend at noon today against the University of Maine at the UMass Lowell complex.

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CRWA Leads Webinar on Urban Trees and Stormwater

The Charles River Watershed Association hosts an online session today, Friday, Sept. 11, from 9-10 a.m., on how urban trees reduce runoff and prevent sewer backups.

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BC Volleyball Opens Carrie Yerty Classic at Memphis Friday

Boston College volleyball travels to Memphis today for a 7 p.m. match opening the Carrie Yerty Classic.

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