by Sam Mintz, February 19, 2024
Ruth Balser, who represents parts of Brookline and Newton in the state legislature, will retire from her position at the end of this year.
Balser, 75, has been the state representative for the 12th Middlesex District for 25 years, representing southern Newton and at times parts of Brookline. Most recently, because of redistricting in 2022, Balser has represented a large part of South Brookline, including precincts 5, 13A, 14, and 15.