Waltham's Mid-Week Review: Fire Open House; Arrest for Assault; Harvest Breakfast

Waltham Police: Arrest for Assault and Battery on Family MemberThe following are excerpts from the Waltham police log. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.National Fire Prevention Week Open House Hosted By Waltham Fire DepartmentThis event is on Oct. 11.

Forecasters Release Predictions for Winter 2015 in Massachusetts

The report contradicts what the Farmer’s Almanac predicted just last month when it forecasted a “snowy and unseasonably” cold winter.

MassDot: Plan For One of the Busiest Travel Days of the Year

Perfect prime leaf-peeping Columbus Day holiday weekend coming up Friday, Oct. 9, through Monday, Columbus Day, Oct. 12.

Northeast Elementary - Waltham MA

Walking Wednesday was a success at Northeast!

Two Ten Footwear Foundation

Waltham Chamber Of Commerce Sends Event Information

The GWA’s 45th Annual Harvest Breakfast will be held on Sunday, October 18th, from 8AM to 12PM.

Waltham Public Library Sends Event Information

The event will be held on Thursday, October 15th, at 4 PM.

Waltham Firefighters(@walthamfire866)

Equipment from broken 19 y/o rescue truck. Replacement still unfunded by mayor. Public and FF safety issuehttp://t.co/90xM9ml2Tk #Waltham

Waltham Recreation Department Sends Event Information

The PUTT is open Tuesdays to Fridays, 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM, Saturdays and Sundays, from 12 PM to 6:30 PM.

Waltham Firefighters(@walthamfire866)

Thx Newton, The spare truck you loaned us is 2 yrs newer than our 19 y/o Rescue 6, which is out of servicehttp://t.co/yOE8gOIQcb #Waltham

It May Soon Be Illegal to Drive With Your Phone

Texting while driving laws could also be strengthened, including a license suspension for a first offense.

Party Bus Stabbing, Massive Mortgage Scam, Bike Chase, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, watch a man who was arrested in Massachusetts last year melt down over no mac ‘n cheese, and supermarket robbery suspect bagged.

Oh No! There Could Be No Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving

Experts are saying there could be a shortage on pumpkins this year, and that means a shortage on pumpkin filling for your pies.

Waltham Public Library

Sign up for this Magical Comedy Show that teaches about Halloween safety athttp://www.libraryinsight.com/eventdetails.asp?jx=mpp&lmx=743363&v=3 or by calling 781-314-3425 x4.

Massachusetts Lawmakers Debate Hands-Free Phone Law

here are 14 states, including New Hampshire, Connecticut and New York, that have hands-free laws.

How Much Do You Plan to Spend on Halloween This Year?

Halloween spending is expected to reach $6.9 billion this year on everything from costumes, to the family pet, candy and more

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Find Rentals in Waltham

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