The Town of Newton recently joined other regional municipalities in hiring an in-house mechanic for fleet vehicle and DPW equipment maintenance and repair after choosing not to renew their previous contract with an independent repair shop. Photo by Mandy Coriston for Straus News. What’s driving mechanics away? A nationwide shortage of auto technicians is impacting our region, leading to a need for increased in-house municipal services,... Local News 22 Nov 2024 | 12:47
