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By Jenna Caldwell, The Boston Report. Updated Oct. 27, 2026.
Newton, west of Boston along the Charles River, is a city made up of 13 villages, including Newton Centre, Newtonville, West Newton, Auburndale, Waban and Chestnut Hill. The 2020 Census counted 88,923 residents. City government includes a mayor and a 24-member City Council, one of the largest municipal councils in Massachusetts.
Many of the decisions that shape daily life, from overnight parking rules to village-center zoning, run through that council and its committees. This page collects our Newton stories and the official resources residents use most.
- Population (2020 Census): 88,923
- Getting there: The Green Line D branch stops at Chestnut Hill, Newton Centre, Newton Highlands, Eliot, Waban and Woodland. Framingham/Worcester Line commuter trains stop at Newtonville, West Newton and Auburndale.
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Official Newton resources
- City of Newton (official website)
- Newton Public Schools
- Newton Free Library
- City Council meetings, agendas and video
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Newton FAQ
What are the villages of Newton, MA?
Newton has 13 villages: Auburndale, Chestnut Hill, Newton Centre, Newton Corner, Newton Highlands, Newton Lower Falls, Newton Upper Falls, Newtonville, Nonantum, Oak Hill, Thompsonville, Waban and West Newton.
How many city councilors does Newton have?
Newton’s City Council has 24 members.
Does the Green Line go to Newton?
Yes. The D branch runs through Newton, with stops including Newton Centre, Newton Highlands and Waban.
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