Waltham Drinking Water OK, As Toxic Levels Rise Elsewhere

The city gets its drinking water from the MWRA, which has tested the water and reported it's safe to drink.

Mask Confusion Coming To Massachusetts On May 29: Patch PM

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Mothers Out Front Draw Attention To Waltham's 212 Gas Leaks

Repairing just the 11 biggest leaks could reduce Waltham’s methane emissions by 50 percent, according to the group Mother's Out Front.

Blood Donors Needed In Waltham Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives coming up near you.

MA To Party Like It's 2019 After COVID Rules Get Boot: Patch PM

Also: City considers safe drug use sites | Massive brush fire | Victims ID'ed in Brockton tragedy | MA man accused in NM killings | More

Hospital Threatens To Replace Striking Nurses: Patch PM

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Baker Backs Cheney, Won't Abandon Republican Party: Patch PM

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Quiet Zone Revoked: Why Trains In Waltham Are Honking All Hours

If you have been wondering why the trains are sounding off in Waltham at all hours, here's what you need to know.

MA COVID-19 Restrictions May Get Supreme Court Review: Patch PM

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Waltham's Woerd Avenue Bridge To Reopen Soon

The state-owned bridge, which connects the rest of Waltham to the Island neighborhood on the South Side, has been closed for two years.

Waltham Church Statue Found Broken, Beheaded

A statue of Jesus was decapitated this weekend at St. Charles Borromeo Church near Gilmore Playground.

Clearhaven Recovery Helps Restore Families And Save Lives

David Hanley and James Castrucci talk about how the new drug and alcohol treatment center helps serve their community.

Feds: MA Pizzeria Owner Used PPP Funds To Buy Alpacas | Patch PM

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WLT Involves 150 in Earth Day Cleanups

The Waltham Land Trust organized eight cleanups on two days and collected a lot of trash!

Help Identify Insects, Amphibeans and Repiles This Sunday

Look for all sorts of beautiful creatures as part of a citizen scientist "bioblitz" at Prospect Hill Park!

Dozens Show Up To Clean Waltham On Spring Clean Up Day

In honor of Earth Day, the Waltham Land Trust and the City's Public Works Department invited residents to pick up litter Saturday.

​Full Pink Supermoon: When And How To See It Over Waltham

April’s full pink moon is the first of three consecutive supermoons that will shine big and bright over Waltham.

Waltham Fire Hydrant Inspection To Begin In May

Residents and business owners may notice low pressure or rusty water during the testing.

Waltham Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the Waltham area.

Waltham Earth Day Activities

Participate in one or more activities celebrating Earth Day--from cleanups to a restaurant fundraiser, there's something for everyone!

Prescription Drug Take Back Day 2021: Locations In Waltham

Nearly 1 million pounds of prescription drugs were collected during the last take-back event in October 2020.

Massachusetts Moves To Ban Assault Weapon Manufacturing: Patch PM

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Waltham Reacts To Biden's Troop Withdraw Plan

Waltham natives who spent time in the military in Afghanistan said they felt it was a good idea, but worry about what could happen after.

Found Dog: Waltham Police Ask For Help Finding Owner

Waltham police picked up a scruffy brown dog wandering around Francis Street Sunday.

Waltham Turns Into Winter Wonderland

The National Weather Service said the snow will likely turn to rain again this afternoon, so enjoy it while you can.

Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In Waltham

The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Waltham. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.

Thousands Pour In For Waltham Officer In Need Of Heart Surgery

Friends and colleagues describe Kevin Duffey as someone with a big heart who is quick to think about others and lend a hand.

Waltham Community Electricity Program To Begin: What To Know

Waltham is giving residents a choice when it comes to how green their electricity is beginning May 1.

Blood Donors Needed In Waltham Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Waltham area. The pandemic continues to affect the nation's blood supply.

Massachusetts To Schools: Consider Cancelling Prom: Patch PM

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Waltham Cleanup Planned For Earth Day Weekend

In honor of Earth Day, the Waltham Land Trust and the City's Public Works Department are inviting residents to pick up litter.

On Location In Massachusetts With Clooney, Affleck: Patch PM

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2-Alarm Fire At The Fernald Center Deemed Arson: Waltham Fire

Last year there were three fires at the abandoned Fernald Center on Trapelo Road. This is the first, so far, of 2021.

What Waltham Residents Would Miss Most If They Moved

Patch asked readers what they would miss most about Waltham. Here's what your neighbors had to say.

Founder Of Reagle Music Theatre To Take A Bow: Patch PM

Also: Man in library killing found not guilty by insanity | A horror movie filmed in the state gets released | Vaccine news | More.

Reagle Music Theatre Founder To Retire After 52 Years

Robert Eagle founded the Regal Music Theatre in 1969 with students putting an empty stage to good use. Now, he's preparing to retire.

Fernald Center Building To Be Used For Veteran Housing: Patch PM

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Gore Place Cancels Sheepshearing Festival Again: Patch PM

Also: The governor's race continues to take shape as state senator considers running | Pooled testing results show few positives | More.

MA Gun Laws Could Change With Supreme Court Decision: Patch PM

Also: City rallies around teacher | Ink spill closes street | Cover up in Framingham | More MBTA delays | Gym agrees to refund money.

​DNA Links Accused Waltham Attacker To Victim: Patch PM

Throwing star attack | Water linked to childhood cancer | Probe questions police conduct | School drops Warrior mascot | More