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THE WEEK IN WALTHAM: Rep. Clark Introduces Bill on Postpartum; Mutt Stories; Multiple Arrests
Take a look back at the past week on Waltham Patch.
Waltham Police: Man Arrested for Drug Distribution, Stealing, Giving Fake NameThe following are excerpts from the Waltham police log. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
SCHOOLSWaltham Resident Makes Roger Williams Dean’s ListCongrats to this Waltham student.
COMMUNITY CORNERPatricia, Niblet, Noodles and Needle: These Cats Need a HomeThese cats in the Waltham area would love to move in with you.
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RTN Employees Sponsor and Serve at Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen
The employees hosted a recent Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen in Waltham.
Find out what's happening in Walthamfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Blue Moon This Week: See the Last One Until 2018
Both January and March of 2018 will have a blue moon. The last time that happened was 1999.
Obama Taps Former MBTA Chief for Fed Post
Beverly Scott resigned from the MBTA this winter as the system crumbled amid a slew of storms.
Waltham Hosting 22 Youth Baseball Games This Weekend
The games will begin 10am this Saturday (8/1).
New Work from Home Jobs Up for Grabs
These telecommuting positions have home offices near Waltham, but you work from your kitchen or deck.
Find Open Houses in Waltham This Weekend
If you’re looking for property in Waltham, start with this list from Zillow.
House Gives the OK to Tax Free Holiday in August
Legislators have once again passed a bill for a tax free holiday in Massachusetts.
Your Waggly-Good Waltham Mutt Stories
We put a call out to honor National Mutt Day to share your stories, and photos, of your beloved doggies.
Waltham Fields Community Farm Thanks Volunteers
The Waltham Fields Community Farm would like to thank those who volunteered to save their vegetables. 
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RiteAid, Hannaford Among Stores to Put Blinders Over Cosmo
A campaign to shield shoppers from the covers of Cosmopolitan magazine has worked. Ultimately, the group wants the magazine wrapped.
State Extends Beach, Pool, Waterfront Hours in Response to Heat Wave
The Baker-Polito administration announced longer hours at pools, beaches and waterfronts.
Looking to Rent in Waltham?
Start with this list from Zillow.
It’s a Heat Wave: Several Days of Hot Temperatures in Waltham’s ForecastA look at the forecast, as well as ways to stay safe on hot summer days ahead.
Scott Raines, 60, of WalthamScott was an appointed member of Waltham Auxiliary Fire Department for 42 years.
POLITICS & GOVERNMENTRep. Clark Introduces Bill to Combat Postpartum DepressionClark helped introduce legislation that looks to increase and improve treatment for women with postpartum depression.
COMMUNITY CORNERNational Mutt Day is Friday, July 31; Tell Us Your Dog StoryShare your stories, and pictures, too, and we’ll feature them on Waltham Patch. Also, visit local shelters and rescues in the area.
KIDS & FAMILYWaltham Public Library To Host “Kidstock Summer Theatre”Waltham Public Library is hosting the Kidstock Summer Theatre event for small children tomorrow.
POLICE & FIREWaltham Police: 2 OUIs; Assault at Dunkin Donuts; Building FireThe following are excerpts from the Waltham Police Department’s log. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
RiteAid, Hannaford Among Stores to Put Blinders Over Cosmo
A campaign to shield shoppers from the covers of Cosmopolitan magazine has worked. Ultimately, the group wants the magazine wrapped.
State Extends Beach, Pool, Waterfront Hours in Response to Heat Wave
The Baker-Polito administration announced longer hours at pools, beaches and waterfronts.
Looking to Rent in Waltham?
Start with this list from Zillow.
Waltham Youth Baseball Shows Off Active Teams
Waltham Youth Baseball had an exciting evening on all three WYB fields.
Waltham Named One of Best Small Cities to Start a Business in the Country
Consumer finance site NerdWallet just published its report of the best cities in which to start a business.
If Approved, Mass. Shoppers Will Enjoy Tax Holiday Weekend in August
Shoppers take advantage of the weekend (if passed), sometimes waiting to buy some big ticket items when tax is suspended on retail sales.
Middlesex DA Issues County-Wide Alert on Water Safety
After recent drownings have occurred in Massachusetts, the Middlesex County district attorney is responding with an alert.
Massachusetts Schools Ranked Tops in Nation
WalletHub study broke down the best and worst school systems in the country.
22 Bay State Games Tournament To Be Hosted at Nipper
The 22 Bay State Games tournament will be held this weekend at Nipper.
Heat Wave Conditions in Waltham
Ninety-degree weather is here to stay.Staff) Jul 27, 2015COMMUNITY CO
Waltham Public Library Changes Item Request Limit
As of July 1st, the Waltham Public Library has changed the number of items you can request in the Minuteman Library Network.
Dog Food Distributed In MA Recalled For Salmonella Risk
Nature’s Variety says some of its Instinct Raw Chicken Formula may be contaminated with salmonella and present a risk to pets and humans.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Work on Grant Street
Use caution, say authorities.
These Houses Recently Sold in Waltham
These properties sold, and for this much, recently in Waltham.
Waltham Arrests: Heroin Trafficking; Assault
The following are excerpts from the Waltham police log. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
15 New Jobs Wicked Close to Waltham
Here are the latest jobs posted in the area on Jobs on Patch.ge renter’s salary.
Search Foreclosures in Waltham
Start your search with this list from Zillow.
Waltham Arrests: Heroin Possession, Breaking Into Bank Depository
The following are excerpts from the Waltham police log. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
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