Waltham's Mid-Week Review: Banned Book Week; Arrests for Assault, Disorderly Conduct, Stealing from Gym

State Officials: Be Prepared for Hurricane JoaquinTropical Storm Joaquin has been upgraded to a hurricane. Officials are encouraging Massachusetts residents to be prepared.By LIZ TAURASI (Patch Staff) Sep 30, 2015 at 10:11am1

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Unleash Your Pet’s Inner Beast: BluePearl Hosts Pet Costume ContestWin prizes, and support a great cause, in this Halloween contest for pets and their owners.

Women of Note celebrates 25th anniversary with a fall concert on October 10th at Brandeis UniversityOn October 10th at 7PM, Women of Note Barbershop Chorus will host its 25th anniversary concert at Slosberg Music Center, Brandeis UniversityBy WOMEN OF NOTE (Open Post) Sep 29,

Waltham Chamber Of Commerce To Hold Networking Event

The next Business After Hours event will be held on Wednesday, September 30th, from 5:30 PM to 7 PM.

Photos: Waltham Fields

The below photos were taken from the Waltham Fields Community Farm.

The Waltham Channel

WOLVERINE RETAIL STORE? The sleek glass headquarters for shoe conglomerate Wolverine won’t be done until next summer, but negotiations are underway to open a shoe store at Totten Pond Road and...

Waltham Man Charged With Stealing from Gym Lockers

A Waltham man is facing larceny charges after allegedly stealing from a Brookline gym.

Waltham Girls Softball

We had 4 of our u18 players get inducted to National Honors Society tonight. Congrats to Mayann Biran, Elizabeth McAvoy, Victoria McGovern, and Sam Silva! Great Job ladies!

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West Nile Death, Bomb Squad Evacuates High School, Fatal Wreck, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, watch the heartwarming video of a wheelchair-bound boy scoring a touchdown that made ESPN’s Sportscenter.By PATRICK LUCE (Patch Staff) Sep 29, 20150Patch LocalStream

Waltham West Suburban Chamber of Commerce

Don’t overlook the power of networking! The power and importance is in the building of relationships! Our next Business After Hours Networking Event is Wednesday, Sept. 30th 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Hosted...

Find Rentals in Waltham

Looking in the Waltham area? Start with this list from Zillow.

Waltham Newswatch(@Newswatch8)

Water main break at Crescent and Moody 6 pm Tuesday. Crews respondinghttp://t.co/HRYx5WztaW

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Cryptzone Expands Strategic Alliances and Channel Partner Program

Industry veteran Tina Gravel joins company.By CHARLENE ARSENAULT (Patch Staff) Sep 29, 20150Patch LocalStream

GPS-Massachusetts

Congratulations to all players selected in the Central Team of the Week!

Massachusetts Ranked Best State for Teachers

Educators in the commonwealth make the 5th highest average salaries in the country, and generally work in quality schools, a study shows.By PATRICK LUCE (Patch Staff) Sep 29, 2015Patch LocalStream

Waltham Public Library

Come celebrate Banned Book Week with us by having your mugshot taken with your favorite banned book!

ld exceed an inch per hour at times with totals of two to four inches.

GPS-Massachusetts

Congratulations to all players selected in the Metro-North Team of the Week!

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Bonefish Grill IN Waltham Now Open

The ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Monday evening.LOCALSTREAM Sep 29, 2015Patch LocalStream

Families for Depression Awareness

How can college students be mindful of their emotional health? How can they get help for themselves? How can they help their friends? The Jed Foundation, the nation’s leading organization devoted...

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Tragic, Fiery Wreck, Attempted Carjacking, Wild, Allegedly Drunken Ride: MA Patch Today

Plus, the Halloween Capital of the world kicks off the witching season, and a Mass. man dies in the Maine surf.By PATRICK LUCE (Patch Staff) Sep 28, 2015Patch LocalStream

GPS-Massachusetts

Congratulations to all players selected in the Boston Team of the Week!

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Brandeis University Ranks Among College Factual’s Best Colleges for Diversity

Brandeis made this nationwide list, naming it one of the most diverse in the country.By CHARLENE ARSENAULT (Patch Staff) Sep 28, 2015Patch LocalStream

Waltham Fields Community Farm

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Alexander ‘Sam’ Proia, Cherished Newton Coach, Waltham Resident, Passed Away

Services are on Wednesday. Proia served in WWII, was a member of the Waltham Lions Club and a cherished Newton coach.

State Officials: Be Prepared for Hurricane JoaquinTropical Storm Joaquin has been upgraded to a hurricane. Officials are encouraging Massachusetts residents to be prepared.

Waltham Recreation Offers Birthday Parties for Residents

December dates will start booking this Thursday, October 1.

Photos: Sacred Heart Church Parish BBQ

Images are courtesy of the Scared Heart Church in Waltham.

These Houses Sold Recently in Waltham

Take a look at what sold, and for how much, recently in Waltham.

Governor Announces Series of DCF Reforms

On the heels of high-profile failures like the Baby Doe case, Gov. Charlie Baker vowed to “keep kids safe.”

Accused Killer Speaks, Funeral Director Stashes Bodies, Missing Man, Woman Found Dead, and More: MA Patch This Week

Plus, watch the wicked funny video of a man freaking out over a sunfish, and a rare whale washes up in Massachusetts.

The Most Expensive Home in Waltham Going for Nearly $1.4 Million

This custom built home has marble floors and a skylit rooftop rotunda.

Waltham Police: Arrests for Shoplifting, Disorderly Conduct, Assault

The following are excerpts from the Waltham police log. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.

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