The Linden Letter - Needham Massachusetts Local News, Events, Classifieds and Alerts

Needham Sun. Jul 5 2026

"Neighbor Trouble" in public housing! "What to do? What to do?"

Can we attribute a person's hot temper to the hot weather? What then?

Needham Sat. Sep 6 2025

Housing Authority Suspected of Raiding Linden/Chambers Tenant Union Office

A literature table in the corner of the Community Room at 5 Chambers Street was used, as temporary office space by the Tenants Union, until things disappeared one afternoon..

Ross M. Donald Editor

Housing Authority Suspected of Raiding Linden/Chambers Tenant Union Office

Ross M. Donald Editor

Needham Weather: Monday September 28

High: 57°

Low: 51°

Wind: 9 MPH N

Chance of rain: 94%

Light rain shower, with a high of 57 and low of 51 degrees. Light rain shower for the morning, light drizzle in the afternoon, patchy rain nearby in the evening, light rain shower overnight.

Needham Sun. Aug 24 2025

Housing Authority Chair and Executive Director Take Heat From Tenants and Resident Association

This computer art, titled "Working on NHA Goals, embellished" is a placeholder.

Ross M. Donald Editor

Housing Authority Chair and Executive Director Take Heat From Tenants and Resident Association

Ross M. Donald Editor

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Steve Dubin Needham Public Notices and Press Releases - Fri. Dec 5 2025

Long-time Needham resident, Mark Silverman innovates. Mark’s Moving & Storage Launches Specialized Senior Relocation Services. Designed to Reduce Stress, Simplify Transitions, and Support Families.
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Steve Dubin Needham Public Notices and Press Releases - Tue. Nov 18 2025

Needham resident innovates. Kid Glove service from the Bay State to Boynton Beach
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Steve Dubin Needham Public Notices and Press Releases - Fri. Aug 1 2025

Needham resident serves as the catalyst for a successful food pantry drive.
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Steve Dubin Needham Public Notices and Press Releases - Mon. Apr 28 2025

All the right moves. Needham resident honored. The Westborough Economic Development Committee (EDC) presents Best Sustainable Business Award to Marks Moving & Storage, Inc.
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Ross M. Donald Needham Public Notices and Press Releases - Wed. May 29 2024

The Linden Chambers Residents Association Board Holds its Annual By-Law Reading Today
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Ross M. Donald Needham Public Notices and Press Releases - Thu. Apr 20 2023

Needham Housing Authority (NHA) Regular Meeting Tonight 7:30pm Thursday April 20, 2023
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Linda Garcia Needham Alert - Thu. May 19 2022

Dog attack/ Dog policy
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Ross M. Donald Needham Help Wanted - Thu. Jun 3 2021

HELP WANTED: two positions in Public Housing 1) Ombudsman/Legal Counsel 2) Community Organizer
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Needham Mon. Jul 14 2025

A Housing Solution for Needham: MOVE TO EVICT!

Caught between Housing, Criminal and Appellate Courts, Joseph Amrhine has been evicted from public housing in Needham on false charges, bungled procedures, and poor defense.

Ross M. Donald Editor

A Housing Solution for Needham: MOVE TO EVICT!

Ross M. Donald Editor

Needham Fri. May 30 2025

There Are Signs On The Street in Needham Center

Ed Scheidler, Needham Housing Authority Board Treasurer, retired, holds poster. Poster by.....

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There Are Signs On The Street in Needham Center

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Needham Thu. Apr 24 2025

L/C Residents Meeting Cut Short Amid Yelling and Threats of Legal Action

This was the agenda for a successful tenants "Steering Committee" monthly meeting March 2025.

Ross M. Donald Editor

L/C Residents Meeting Cut Short Amid Yelling and Threats of Legal Action

Ross M. Donald Editor

Needham Mon. Apr 14 2025

Potholes! Potholes! Potholes!

The Potholes in the Chambers Street Parking Lots have been there FOR YEARS!!! This is a Safety Hazard for the Residents and a Liability for the Housing Authority.

Ross M. Donald Editor

Ross M. Donald Editor

Needham Fri. Apr 4 2025

Barbara McDonald for Housing Authority

Barbara promises practical management skills for the residents and the community.

Ross M. Donald Editor

Ross M. Donald Editor

Needham Tue. Mar 25 2025

NO MORE MURDERS !!!

Needham cares more about a white and racist perception than even life itself.

Ross M. Donald Editor

Ross M. Donald Editor

Needham Mon. Mar 17 2025

With Housing and the Rule of Law, Needham is Trump Town.

The Needham Housing Authority has knowingly ignored Open Meeting, Public Records and Tenant Participation Laws. Who cares?

Ross M. Donald Editor

With Housing and the Rule of Law, Needham is Trump Town.

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Needham Tue. Mar 4 2025

Needham Housing Breaks the Law Again

No Notice Posted for Special Housing Authority Board Meeting on community bulletin board at 5 Chambers Street - a violation of the spirit and the particulars of Open Meeting Law.

Ross M. Donald Editor

Ross M. Donald Editor

Needham Tue. Jan 7 2025

SPECIAL EDITION! Tenants of Needham Public Housing Urged to Vote YES for Housing Plan

Registered Voters in Needham can VOTE from now until Tuesday January 14, 2024

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SPECIAL EDITION! Tenants of Needham Public Housing Urged to Vote YES for Housing Plan

Ross M. Donald Editor

Needham Wed. Sep 18 2024

Needham Conservation Commission Continues Hearing on Linden Street Redevelopment

A surface drain running North-South on the East side of the Chambers Street apartments

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Needham Conservation Commission Continues Hearing on Linden Street Redevelopment

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Needham Mon. Jul 15 2024

Chambers Street Residents Excluded from Designer Selection Process - Again

A neighbor, out walking her dog, we'll call "Fido," found a mob of people in the Linden Street parking lot. Chambers Street tenants were not invited.

Ross M. Donald Editor

Chambers Street Residents Excluded from Designer Selection Process - Again

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Needham Wed. Jun 5 2024

Legislative Success in Housing and Tenant Rights. Your Call on Transfer Fee and Tenant Advocate

The first Linden Street Botanical Garden collection included day lilies. Rose of Sharon, temple bells, and blue flag were added later.

Ross M. Donald Editor

Legislative Success in Housing and Tenant Rights. Your Call on Transfer Fee and Tenant Advocate

Ross M. Donald Editor