Week in Review: Election Update, Car Winner, Prayer Breakfast and Business News

Who Has Pulled Papers for Newton's 2013 Municipal Election?
As of noon on May 31, more than 40 residents had picked up nomination papers for the city's November municipal election.

The latest numbers for the Newton real estate market are out. They show April was a better-than-2012 month, but the numbers remain low for 2013 overall.

When Will Swimming Season Open at Crystal Lake?
The scorching temperatures late in the week had folks asking about Crystal Lake, so we posted some answers in the latest You Ask, Patch Answers.

The annual event drew hundreds to Boston College where speakers addressed the topic of volunteering and caring for one another.

Long-Time Newton Contractor Reportedly Shuttering Operations
After more than a century in business, a Newton general contractor is reportedly closing up shop.

Newton North Student Wins Car in 'Keys to Success' Program
Kerry Brock was the proud -- and very surprised -- winner of this year's Honda Village "Keys to Success" car giveaway.

Newton Native Killed in Weekend Bicycling Crash Near Amherst College
A 2009 Newton North Graduate was killed while riding his bike over Memorial Day weekend.

Newton Centre Jewelry Store Robbed Monday
Police say the thief used bolt cutters and a sledge hammer to access the store and display cases before making off with an unknown amount of jewelry.