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- CheckyesterdayChange DetectedNew postings were added to the News Flash feed describing upcoming road closures, ADA upgrades and manhole adjustments, and a water main replacement. It also notes a rescheduled summer concert, including details on detours, access restrictions, and event timing.SummaryDifference2%

- Check8 days agoChange DetectedThe News Flash page gained several new posts in May 2026 covering community development, police and fire department activities, and infrastructure projects (including the Proud to Know Newton radio segment, Move Over law awareness, and active shooter training), while older January 2026 items were removed.SummaryDifference4%

- Check15 days agoChange DetectedAdds posts detailing backyard chickens and ducks permits, including enclosure rules, permit costs, and the new Urban Chicken & Duck information page. Adds a May 19 road-work update with detour routes and contact information, along with related public-safety updates such as the SWAT team resolution.SummaryDifference3%

- Check23 days agoChange DetectedThe News Flash feed gained multiple new posts dated May 7–13, 2026 from the Newton Police Department and Newton Fire Department. These entries cover a juvenile threat at Berg Middle School, life-saving awards, and training updates, expanding the page's public-safety and community news content.SummaryDifference3%

- Check29 days agoChange DetectedA new News Flash entry has been added describing a Newton High School online threat, the resulting soft lockdown, and the subsequent arrest of a juvenile. The post includes the charges and related details reported by the Newton Police Department.SummaryDifference1%

- Check37 days agoChange DetectedAdds multiple News Flash items including Street Closure Planned on E. 9th Street S. for Water and Sewer Work, Maytag Park roof project updates, and coverage of the Guardian Award for Detective Plowman and the K9 Lobo donation. Also includes spring fire drill guidance and park access notices; older items such as E 21st St S closure and police incident notes are removed.SummaryDifference4%

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