Fig City News

Fig City News

Community Newspaper for Newton, Massachusetts

Episodes 36
Avg. Duration 4m
Activity Highly Active
Since May 2026
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Hourly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
98%
Hosting
www.figcitynews.com

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About This Podcast

Community Newspaper for Newton, Massachusetts Fig City® News is a free, online community newspaper founded in 2022 to provide a knowledgeable, fair, trusted resource for local news and community events in Newton, Massachusetts.

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Recent Episodes

Newton Public Schools History, Part 14: Proposition 2 ½ and technology in the classroom

Jun 11, 2026

Fig City News Podcast This episode explores Part 14 of the Newton Public Schools history series, covering the impact of Proposition 2 ½ and the introduction of technology in the classroom. Articles…

June 1 School Committee meeting, in detail

Jun 04, 2026 19m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the highlights and key decisions from the June 1 School Committee meeting. Articles in this episode: June 1 School Committee Meeting in Detail by Christie…

Fifth annual Lions 5K draws 294 runners for Newton South athletics [Photos]

Jun 04, 2026 1m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the Fifth Annual Lions 5K, which drew 294 runners in support of Newton South athletics. Articles in this episode: Fifth Annual Lions 5K Draws 294 Runners for…

Fifth annual Lions 5K draws 294 runners for Newton South athletics [Photos]

Jun 04, 2026 1m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the Fifth Annual Lions 5K, which drew 294 runners in support of Newton South athletics. Articles in this episode: Fifth Annual Lions 5K Draws 294 Runners for…

Ronnie DeVoe receives the first Newton ‘Portrait of a Learner’ award

Jun 04, 2026 5m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers Ronnie DeVoe receiving the first-ever Newton Portrait of a Learner Award. Articles in this episode: Ronnie DeVoe Receives the First Newton Portrait of a…

Every pup had its day at Rotary Club of Newton’s Dog Fest and Parade

Jun 04, 2026 2m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the Rotary Club of Newton’s Dog Fest and Parade, a community event celebrating pups of all kinds. Articles in this episode: Every Pup Had Its Day at Rotary…

Carroll Center’s Walk for Independence prevails over squall

Jun 04, 2026 3m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the Carroll Center for the Blind’s Walk for Independence and how participants persevered through a sudden squall. Articles in this episode: Carroll Center’s…

300 attend Newton’s first public Eid-ul-Adha festival

Jun 04, 2026 4m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers Newton’s first public Eid ul-Adha festival, which drew 300 attendees to celebrate the holiday together as a community. Articles in this episode: 300 Attend…

Newton Open Studios, highlighting local art for 30 years

Jun 04, 2026 3m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers Newton Open Studios, which has been showcasing local artists and their work for 30 years. Articles in this episode: Newton Open Studios Highlighting Local…

Art Nouveau fountain reopens in West Newton

Jun 04, 2026 2m

“`html Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the reopening of an Art Nouveau fountain in West Newton. Articles in this episode: Art Nouveau Fountain Reopens in West Newton by Laura Foote —…

52nd annual Mayor’s Community Breakfast reimagines community together

Jun 04, 2026 4m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the 52nd Annual Mayor’s Community Breakfast and its theme of reimagining community together. Articles in this episode: 52nd Annual Mayor’s Community…

Haiku Newton celebrates winners …and its 5th anniversary

Jun 04, 2026 4m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers Haiku Newton’s celebration of its 5th anniversary and the winners of its latest poetry contest. Articles in this episode: Haiku Newton Celebrates Winners and…

‘A Walk Through Time’ returns to Upper Falls, June 7

Jun 04, 2026 3m

“`html Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the return of A Walk Through Time to Upper Falls on June 7. Articles in this episode: A Walk Through Time Returns to Upper Falls June 7 by Jerry…

Newton people in the news…

Jun 04, 2026 2m

“`html Fig City News Podcast This episode highlights notable Newton residents recently featured in the news. Articles in this episode: Newton People in the News by FCN — Subscribe: Fig City News |…

Mayor responds to City Council FY 27 Budget resolutions, Council approves budget

May 27, 2026 7m

Fig City News Podcast In this episode, we cover the mayor’s response to city council budget resolutions and the council’s approval of the FY 27 budget. Articles in this episode: Mayor Responds to…

COO Josh Morse recommends against consolidating Ward and Underwood schools

May 27, 2026 8m

Fig City News Podcast In this episode, we discuss COO Josh Morse’s recommendation against consolidating Ward and Underwood schools. Articles in this episode: COO Josh Morse Recommends Against…

High school students urge Mayor Laredo to support plant-based eating initiatives

May 27, 2026 5m

Fig City News Podcast In this episode, we cover high school students urging Mayor Laredo to support plant-based eating initiatives in the city. Articles in this episode: High School Students Urge…

Vietnam veteran Kevin McNamara honors Newton soldiers killed in war

May 27, 2026 6m

Fig City News Podcast In this episode, we cover a Vietnam veteran’s efforts to honor Newton soldiers killed in the war. Articles in this episode: Vietnam Veteran Kevin McNamara Honors Newton Soldiers…

Barney Frank, pragmatic legend

May 27, 2026 7m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the life and legacy of Barney Frank, a pragmatic political legend who shaped American policy. Articles in this episode: Barney Frank, Pragmatic Legend by…

Newton Theatre Company’s ‘Monologue Project’ features voices of blind, deaf, and physically disabled

May 27, 2026 4m

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers Newton Theatre Company’s Monologue Project, which features the voices of blind, deaf, and physically disabled individuals. Articles in this episode: Newton…

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