From the NGVPC statement: We asked the candidates in contested races for City Council and School Committee about their plans to help make Newton a leading city in Gun Violence Prevention. We want to thank every candidate who answered our survey – we know your schedules are very busy and we really appreciate your time. […]
Engine 6 Endorses Alicia Bowman
From Engine 6 Endorsement Statement: At our meeting on Wednesday, we voted to endorse 11 candidates for City Council: We based our decisions on the candidates’ responses to our questionnaire, their voting records (if incumbents), and their experience.
Voters for a Vibrant Newton (VVN) Endorses Alicia
From the endorsement statement: We are writing today to share our list of endorsed candidates for City Council in the upcoming election, which will be held on Tuesday, November 2nd. After careful review, our Steering Committee chose to endorse (these) candidates due to their commitment to: Vibrant and robust village centers A diverse and affordable […]
Bowman Proposes Group to Explore Hybrid/Electric Buses in Newton
Boston Globe: Buses Seen as Key Parts of Newton’s Climate Action Plan (July 28, 2021) During a recent Newton Public Safety and Transportation Committee meeting, councilors discussed the feasibility of transitioning to hybrid or electric transportation for the city — a move that could bring Newton one step closer to fulfilling the goals of its […]
Massachusetts Women’s Political Caucus Endorses Alicia Bowman for City Council
We need bold leaders like Alicia Bowman who not only embody their community’s core values, but who recognize that transforming the face of our government is critical. A vote for Alicia Bowman is a vote for Newton’s brighter future. Read the full endorsement below. “MWPC is proud to endorse Alicia Bowman for Newton City […]
Newton Tab: Making Newton restaurants’ outdoor spaces more accessible for all
By Julie M. Cohen – Wicked Local Although many restaurants were allowed to open outdoor seating areas during COVID, those spaces often had uneven surfaces, making them inaccessible to those in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. It is ultimately the restaurants’ responsibility to make their patios accessible, according to Mayor Ruthanne Fuller’s office, but city […]