February 19 2024- In Newton, Massachusetts, striking teachers have been given until Sunday night to reach a deal with the school committee if they want to avoid facing increased fines. A Middlesex Superior Judge ruled that if the Newton Teachers Association and the school committee fail to reach an agreement by 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, fines against the union will escalate to up to $100,000 per day. The judge expressed a desire to avoid further legal proceedings, urging both parties to work towards a resolution and signaling the importance of reaching an agreement for the sake of the students and the community.
