Fig City News Podcast This episode explores the history of Newton Public Schools, covering METCO, lunch time policies, and continuous learning initiatives. Articles in this episode: History of NPS Part 10: METCO, Lunch Time, and Continuous Learning by Lucia Dolan — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers Fresno’s new residential facade ratio zoning ordinance taking effect March 1. Articles in this episode: New Residential Facade Ratio Zoning Ordinance Will Take Effect March 1 by Theo Younkin — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers a new art installation celebrating the library’s 150th anniversary. Articles in this episode: Leaves in the Library: Art Installation Celebrates Library’s 150th Anniversary by Julie M. Cohen — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the latest Saturday scene in Newton Center. Articles in this episode: Another Saturday Noon in Newton Center by FCN — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast Residents braved harsh weather conditions to enjoy the Chestnut Hill Dessert Crawl fundraiser. Articles in this episode: Residents Enjoy Chestnut Hill Dessert Crawl Fundraiser Despite Harsh Weather Conditions by Luke Wise — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast In this episode, we cover Mayor Laredo’s new executive order addressing federal immigration enforcement in Newton. Articles in this episode: Mayor Laredo Issues Executive Order on Federal Immigration Enforcement in Newton by Bruce Henderson — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the February 2nd School Committee meeting, including proposed fee increases and an update on the district’s math curriculum. Articles in this episode: School Committee Meeting Feb 2: Fee Increases and Math Curriculum Update by Adam Bernstein — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast This episode covers the Zoning Board of Appeals’ review of Alta Newton, the second proposed housing development for the Crafts Street site. Articles in this episode: ZBA Reviews Alta Newton, the Second Proposed Housing Development for Crafts Street Site by Luke Wise — Subscribe: Fig City…

Fig City News Podcast This episode explores how Newton’s housing crisis requires community-wide solutions rather than individual actions. Articles in this episode: Op-Ed: Newton’s Housing Crisis Is a Collective Action Problem-and It Demands Collective Solutions by Gary Rucinski — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate

Fig City News Podcast In this episode, we cover Newton Public Schools’ upcoming Literacy Night event. Articles in this episode: Newton Public Schools Literacy Night by Christie Gibson — Subscribe: Fig City News | Donate