THE WEEK IN WALTHAM: Meet the Naked Fish's Chef; Big Grant for Recycling; Floods; Alleged Locker Thief Caught

Hurricane Churns, ‘Thuggish’ Extortion, Detective Obstructs FBI, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, watch the pope bless ‘Baby Pope’ from Massachusetts, and two Boston guys hit it big after after freaking out on camera over a sunfish.

Waltham Police: Arrests for Car Theft, OUI, Larceny

The following was supplied by the Waltham Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.

Waltham High Voted Into Feasibility Study by MSBA

Waltham High School was one of five communities voted into the study process.

Waltham Gets Part of $1.4 Million Recycling Grant

Waltham was one of 216 municipalities that recently received a grant from the Baker-Polito administration.

Officials Urge Waltham Residents: Clean Your Catch Basins

There are at least 3,000 in the city, and the DPW cannot get to all of them during the flooding.

FD Makes Multiple Flood Rescues in Waltham

Multiple cars have been flooded out in Waltham.

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

A look back at the week so far on Waltham Patch.By CHARLENE ARSENAULT (Patch Staff) Sep 30, 2015BUSINESS

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.

Katherine Kane, CCD Teacher for Afflicted Parish, Dies at 95Services are this weekend.

Find Foreclosures in WalthamStart with this list from Zillow.BESTATE

Waltham Farmers’ Mkt(@WalFarmMkt)

So many choices! #eatlocal Open 9:30-2:00 every Saturday through November 7. Take home the harvest!http://t.co/7n3RavGuGf

T-Mobile Data Breach Impacts More Than 287,000 Massachusetts Customers

Attorney General Maura Healey issues advice for consumers following Experian breach of T-Mobile users’ data.

Waltham West Suburban Chamber of Commerce

Mark your calendars for this Multi Chamber Event – Social Media Victories: Real Businesses, Real Campaigns, Real Results When: Friday, October 16th – 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Hosted by: Newton...

20 New Jobs In (or Near) Waltham

Take a look at the newest employment opportunities near you.

bentleyu (@bentleyu)

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Waltham Fields Community Farm

MENU includes pasture-raised pig from Chestnut Farms, Grits from Mainstone Farms, Veggies from Waltham Fields, Dennis Busa (fresh corn), and Blue Ribbon Chef Scott’s own garden (late season...

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Hurricane Joaquin: Have a Plan for Your Pets

Doctors from BluePearl Veterinary Partners are urging residents to remember their pets when making plans for the storm.B

Waltham Youth Baseball

Mark your calendars! Waltham Youth Baseball is starting their first Winter Sunday Skills Clinics. To be held at Kennedy Middle School on 1/10, 2/7, 3/6, 3/27. Details coming soon. Open to all...

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Hurricane Joaquin Upgraded to a Category 4

The storm continues to grow in intensity. The East Coast continues to prepare for potential impact as the storm travels up the coast.

Waltham Youth Baseball

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On the Table With Naked Fish’s Exec Chef

Executive Chef Andrew MacDonald talks about his restaurant, and cooking to Mozart and James Taylor.

How Much Rain Fell in Waltham Wednesday?

Daily rainfall records were broken across the state with Wednesday’s storms. See how much rain fell throughout the area.

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

TOP STORIES WALTHAM

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!

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.

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.

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.

Bonefish Grill IN Waltham Now Open

The ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Monday evening.

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.

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.

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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