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Week in Review: South Pacific Update, Mayor's Race, Runaway Truck and More

A look back at the top headlines in Newton this week.

Unoccupied Truck Careens Down Comm Ave.; Crashes at BC
A truck rolled down Commonwealth Avenue Wednesday, hitting another car before crashing into hedges outside a Boston College residential building.

Two Newton Police Lieutenants Clear Out Their Offices
The two lieutenants were among the top of the police ranks and their departures were unexpected.

What's Going On at the Old South Pacific Location?
The Four Corners restaurant closed months ago, but there's been some activity at the site lately.

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Davio's Cucina Preps and Polishes for Tuesday's Grand Opening
A couple of anchor tenants -- Davio's Cucina and the Showcase SuperLux -- opened their doors this week.

Stove Fire Displaces Melrose Street Family
The American Red Cross stepped in to help this Newton family.

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Hess-Mahan Announces Run for Both Mayor and Alderman Races
The current alderman has collected papers from the Election's Office to run for both seats.

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