Funeral Homes in Newton Highlands, MA

Facts about the city

Newton Highlands is a village of Newton, Massachusetts. Newton Highlands is largely suburban outside the village and the commercial district running along Winchester and Needham Streets.Newton Highlands' small commercial district runs along Lincoln St., perpendicular to Walnut St. This area, along with a stretch of fine 19th and early 20th century residences, are part of the Newton Highlands Historic District.The first Brigham's Ice Cream shop was located in Newton Highlands.It was home to the Hyde School, an elementary school which burned down in a raging fire and is now the site of condominiums.To the south, a dense commercial district along Needham Street includes stalwarts such as China Fair,and the New England Mobile Book Fair among many others.Since 1959 the neighborhood has had its own MBTA Green Line station, Newton Highlands Station, close to this commercial center. There also is an annual celebration in June called Village Day, a general celebration for the Newton Highlands community. There is a 5 kilometer road race, crafts and local food is sold, a small carnival is set up, and local bands and musicians often entertain the crowds.

Newton Highlands Obituaries

It was written by The Chronicle-Herald/Mail Star on August 29th, 2010 that Norma Mildred Manning (Edwards) perished in Caledonia.  Ms. Manning was 89 years old and was born in Newton Highlands, MA.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Norma Mildred's life.

It was revealed on January 21st, 2010 that Marjorie M Mead (Munsil) passed away in Joliet, Illinois.  Ms. Mead was 96 years old and was born in Newton Highlands, MA.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Marjorie M's life.

History

Newton Highlands is largely suburban outside of the village and the commercial district running along Winchester and Needham Streets.

The first Brighams was located in Newton Highlands. Newton Highlands is a village of Newton, Massachusetts. There also is an annual celebration in June called Village Day, a general celebration for the Newton Highlands community.

It was home to the Hyde School which was an elementary school, which burned down in a raging fire and now has condominiums.