Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the challenges facing Newark Public Schools as they work to improve educational outcomes while navigating budget pressures from inflation. Articles in this episode: NPS Challenge: Improving Education Amid Inflation by Adam Bernstein — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the Department of Public Works clearing the Commonwealth Avenue training route in preparation for Saturday long runs. Articles in this episode: DPW Clears Commonwealth Ave Training Route Ahead of Saturday Long Runs by Jack Prior — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast In this episode, we explore the journey of Daniel Mola from competitive wrestler to wrestling coach in Fresno. Articles in this episode: From Competitor to Coach: Daniel Mola’s Life on the Mats by Charlie Johnson — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast In this episode, we cover Mayor Deering’s ongoing listening tour and the common concerns residents are sharing across the city. Articles in this episode: Mayor Continues His Listening Tour, Hears Similar Concerns by Julie M. Cohen — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast This episode explores the three main tools Newton uses to protect historic buildings: local landmark designation, demolition delay, and historic districts. Articles in this episode: Newton’s Tools for Historic Preservation: Local Landmark Status, Demolition Delays, Historic Districts by Theo Younkin — Subscribe: Fig City News |…

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers Emily Craven’s return to the Boston Marathon to raise funds for the Fig City News summer intern program. Articles in this episode: Emily Craven Runs the Boston Marathon Again to Fund Fig City News Summer Intern Program by FCN — Subscribe: Fig City…

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the West Newton Cinema’s special screening of Hoosiers with a Q&A featuring Brad Stevens. Articles in this episode: Hoosiers and Brad Stevens Come to West Newton Cinema by Alan Spatrick — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the Newark Public Schools budget challenges as rising costs strain Superintendent Nolin’s goals despite ongoing efficiency efforts. Articles in this episode: NPS Budget: Rising Costs Strain Supt. Nolin’s Goals Despite Efficiency Efforts by Adam Bernstein — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the new senior hour program at the Centre Street Food Pantry designed to better serve older community members. Articles in this episode: Senior Hour at the Centre Street Food Pantry by Mitra Farmand — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast In this episode, we discuss a moving story about fish. Articles in this episode: A Moving Story About Fish by Mitra Farmand — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate