Newton Chamber of Commerce awards announced

The annual Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce banquet and awards ceremony took place Thursday night. Alison Provin was awarded the Key Award for her work in organizing Community Service Day, where Newton high school students complete projects for community betterment throughout Newton. Liz Dodd received the Community Service Award, which is awarded for an individual’s long term involvement in the community in numerous capacities.

Also, the Excellence in Education awards winners were announced. Pictured are: Kathy Ventling from Basics and Beyond, Award presenter Amy Doerring, Heidi Holley from Thomas Jefferson Elementary, Matt Oleson from Aurora Heights, Scott Enyart of Woodrow Wilson, Award presenter Steve McDermott, Tara Roberts of Berg Elementary, Tera Peska of Berg Middle School and Karla Cazett of Newton Senior High School.