The Heights

Newton Superintendent’s $14.9 Million Budget Increase Goes Unapproved by Mayor Fuller

Laney McAden • March 11, 2025

Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller rejected Superintendent Anna Nolin’s request for a $14.9 million funding increase for NPS next year.

Newton Officials Discuss Renovation Plans for NPS Elementary Schools

Connor Siemien • October 30, 2022

Three quarters of funds from a proposed tax override will go toward the Newton Public Schools.

Newton Business Chamber Leader Questions Timing of Proposed $15 Million Tax Increase

Connor Siemien • October 23, 2022

“But at a time when our employers are battling inflation, wage pressure and a looming recession, a property tax increase feels like a lot to ask of our business community,” Greg Reibman said.

Newton Mayor Proposes $15 Million Tax Increase at Monday Speech

Gavin Zhang • October 17, 2022

Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller proposed a $15 million tax increase at a city hall address on Monday, citing the city’s need for additional funds for improvement projects.

Newton to Receive $2.12 Million from Multi-State Opioid Settlement

Sahithi Thumuluri • April 30, 2022

The city will use the money for programs and services that help those struggling with substance use disorder.

Newton Mayor Proposes FY 2023 Budget, School and Municipal Funding Increase

Gavin Zhang • April 23, 2022

Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller presented the proposal of Newton's fiscal year 2023 budget—which expands the city’s spending on schools and municipality departments—to the Newton City Council on Tuesday.

NPS Officials Detail Faculty Positions Preserved Through Additional ARPA Funds

Victor Stefanescu • April 12, 2022

“On the one hand, we are so aware of the needs of our students and the desire to support them robustly with as many teachers and support as possible,” Mayor Ruthanne Fuller said. “On the other hand, using one-time money for ongoing costs creates a real problem for the following year.”

COVID-19 Cases in Newton Begin to Increase After Weeks of Low Figures

Victor Stefanescu • April 3, 2022

“The bottom line from Newton Health and Human Services Commissioner Linda Walsh is, ‘We’re in a time of cautious optimism,’” Fuller wrote. “She notes that we’ll be living with COVID-19 for months and months to come. We’ve shifted to all of us taking personal responsibility and staying home if we’re not feeling well.”

Politicians Call for Greater Sanctions, Humanitarian Aid at Newton Rally for Ukraine

Victor Stefanescu • March 27, 2022

“I think it's important to understand that everyone’s lives are impacted—that it's not somebody else's world,” Kissin said. “The whole free world needs to step up.”

City of Newton Searches for Its Next Fire Chief

Victor Stefanescu • March 18, 2022

The position oversees a department consisting of 199 personnel across six fire stations, as well as a 2022 budget of $26.5 million, according to the brochure. The chief will also lead Newton’s emergency operations center.

Fuller Expresses Optimism for the Future at State of the City Address

Elizabeth Gray • February 26, 2022

“Tonight I reaffirm my commitment to building a greater, better, more beautiful Newton, and the core to that commitment is the spirit of working together with elected officials, civic organizations, and residents from all of our villages,” Fuller said.

Mayor Ruthanne Fuller and Former City Councilor Amy Mah Sangiolo Face Off In Debate

Conor Richards • October 17, 2021

Newton mayoral candidates Mayor Ruthanne Fuller and former Councilor Amy Mah Sangiolo disagreed on the handling of the pandemic in the city, tax breaks for large businesses coming to Newton, and the institution of a diversity, equity, and inclusion officer in the city in a debate hosted by Charles River Regional Chamber President Greg Reibman on Thursday.