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Group Of Newton Councilors Thwart Vote On Northland
The city council Wednesday voted against taking back its vote that allowed Northland Development to go ahead with a zoning change.

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The city council Wednesday voted against taking back its vote that allowed Northland Development to go ahead with a zoning change.

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