THE WEEK IN WALTHAM: Fire Station Open House; Beer Tasting; Meet the Candidates

Waltham Fire Department Hosts Open HouseThe open house ends Fire Prevention Week, and invites families to visit the Central station, learn fire safety and enjoy free pizza.

Waltham Chamber Of Commerce Sends Event Information

WCI is hosting a Wine and Beer Tasting event on Thursday, October 22nd, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

8th Human Case of West Nile Reported in Massachusetts

An eighth case of the virus was reported in Middlesex County. Brookline, Cambridge, Everett, Somerville and Watertown raised to “high risk.”

All Aboard, Fluffy and Rusty! Amtrak Welcoming Pets on Trains

Amtrak is announcing a new service to allow people to bring pets on select routes.

What’s Open, Closed on Columbus Day in Waltham?

Before you head out, check if it’s open on the the holiday.

Woman Found Dead, Boats Go Up in Flames, Whole Food Listeria Scare, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, find out what winter will be like this year as forecasters release their long-range predictions.

Meet the Waltham Candidates at Forum Night

Meet your Waltham candidates at this forum.

Breastfeeding Mom Sent to the Dogs, School Bomb Threats, Swearing Teacher Fired, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, watch the hilarious video of local pee-wee football players bustin’ a move, and find out what forecasters expect in MA this winter.

Waltham Fields Community Farm

Visitor Nehemiah Brand helped harvest sweet potatoes from this bin in our container garden on Farm Day a few weeks back. We learned from another visitor that the sweet potato greens were widely...

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Two Ten Footwear Foundation

We are here to help shoepeople in times of crisis. We’re giving financial assistance to SC footwear families so they can get the food, clothing and repairs they need to move forward. Please share....

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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!

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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.

More from Waltham Patch

• Waltham Chamber Of Commerce Sends Event Information
• Waltham Public Library Sends Out Reminder
• 8th Human Case of West Nile Reported in Massachusetts
• Patch Localstream: Waltham Fields Community Farm
• Patch Localstream: Waltham Firefighters

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

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