"Newton Parents' Emergency Motion to End 8th Day of Teacher Strike"
Newton parents file an emergency motion in court to end the ongoing teachers' strike, citing detrimental effects on their children's education and well-being, particularly for those with special needs. The strike has caused emotional distress and disrupted routines for students, while also impacting working parents. The Newton Teachers Association (NTA) emphasizes the need for fair working conditions and adequate support for students, while the school committee highlights the financial gap in negotiations. The strike has led to the longest school closure in recent memory, with fines accumulating for the NTA, and calls for government intervention to resolve the dispute.