Waltham Top 5: Most Read Stories of the Month

Waltham, MA – Check out the most read stories in Waltham last month:

Police Investigate Drowning in Waltham Pool

A 41-year-old man died after he was found unresponsive in a Waltham pool shortly before 7 a.m. Sunday morning, according to police. Police were called to 22 Rutledge Ter. by neighbors who responded to cries for help at the residence.

Moose Hits the Town in Waltham Tuesday Night

A rogue moose that has eluded capture for more than a week was spotted again in Waltham Tuesday night.
The furry fugitive is assumed to be the same one spotted galavanting through neighborhoods in Watertown, Belmont and Lexington last week, though it is not confirmed, police said.

Waltham Awards Free Liquor License to Incoming Steak House

The city's Licensing Department has decided to grant its one free liquor license to an incoming steak house chain from New Orleans. Ruth's Chris was awarded the all-alcohol license after a unanimous vote by the committee Tuesday night. The restaurant must now apply for the license to which it has exclusive rights.

Man Drowns in Waltham Pool, Clark and Dems Stage Gun Vote Sit-in, Final Piece of Boston & Maine Bridge Comes Down: Last Week

Plus, Waltham is voted one of the ten best small cities with world-class food scenes, police find a missing dog and more.

Waltham Residents Sound Off on Safety Issues

We asked Patch readers what they thought the biggest safety issues were in their town. Here’s a list of the most pressing problems, from break-ins to traffic jams.