THE WEEK IN WALTHAM: Sex Offender Map; Middle-Schooler Wins Contest to See Pope; Fire on Woerd Ave.

Waltham Middle-Schooler Wins Visit to Pope Francis Address: Congresswoman Katherine Clark announced that the winner of the district-wide essay contest is a Waltham seventh grader.

Personal Injury Lawyers Donate Helmets to Waltham KidsA personal injury law group donated nearly 100 helmets.

Firefighter Suffers Back Injury Battling Blaze on Woerd Ave.

Heavy fire erupted from the 2 1/2 story house on Friday night.

Find Foreclosures in Waltham

Start with this list from Zillow.

Mother, Boyfriend Charged in Death of Baby Doe

Michael McCarthy is charged with murder and Rochelle Bond is charged with accessory after the fact in the death of her daughter, Bella Bond

The Waltham Channel To Host ‘Wrestling For Veterans’

Pro wrestling is coming to Waltham this weekend to raise money for veterans.

Photos: Waltham Public Library

The below pictures are from the Peter Gilmore Playground.

Scam Warning: Middlesex Sheriff Warns of New Scam Making Rounds

Middlesex residents are complaining of a scam involving men posing as deputies, issuing threats if debts aren’t paid.

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Sexual Assault, Cash for Snow, T Stabbing, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, the summer of the shark continues in Massachusetts, and watch video of construction workers helping a cop subdue a suspect,

Seniors, This Week is All for You

Let’s hear from you about Waltham’s senior citizens.

SEX OFFENDER MAP: Where Do Waltham’s Highest Level Sex Offenders Live and Work?

‘Ghostbusters’ Starts Filming in Waltham This WeekIt’s not something strange in the neighborhood. It’s cool.

These Houses Sold for This Much in WalthamCheck out what sold in Waltham real estate recently.

Waltham Man Arrested in NHAmherst Police allege that Luis Burgos was driving drunk last month.Photos: Waltham Library Celebrates Outside the Lines WeekOutside the Lines is a week-long celebration demonstrating the innovation happening in libraries.

Waltham Police: Arrests for Arson, Assault, Drugs, OUI

The following are excerpts from the Waltham police log. An arrest does not indicate a crime.

Waltham Chamber To Host Business Expo

The event will be held on Thursday, September 24th.

Waltham Firefighters(@walthamfire866)

#Filltheboot! #Waltham #MDA Boot drive Friday 9/25. We raised over 12k last year. Thank you! Let’s do it again!http://t.co/gJNCdDdApK

Embassy Suites Waltham To Host Women In Business Breakfast

The event will be held on Tuesday, November 10th, from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Waltham Farmers’ Mkt(@WalFarmMkt)

It’s not really five cents... it’s free! Bring your tired old bike in 9/19 & we’ll try to help you get rolling again!http://t.co/W3uYFHN2s6

Waltham Fields Community Farm To Hold ‘Ride For Food’ Fundraiser

The fundraiser will be held Sunday, September 20th.

How Much Does a Massachusetts College Graduate Make?

The U.S. Department of Education lists the top colleges and universities in terms of salary earned by graduates.

National Grid Proposes Steep Increase For Winter

National Grid asked for a 21 percent increase in current electricity rates.

Teacher Allegedly Gives Student Drugs, Arsenal Stolen, Detective Gets Violent, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, a wheelchair-bound boy finds glory on the grid iron, and find out how much it takes to live in the Boston area.

E-Cig Sales Prohibited to Minors in MA

The regulations, which also require retailers to keep the devices behind the counter, take effect Sept. 25.

LETTER: Someone Stole Our Stroller, and We Want it Back

‘We’re really crushed, as we recently had a second child and really need that stroller.’

Help Find a Missing Teen, Cop Saves Woman’s Life, Bank Robber on the Loose, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, the new Miss America had a bizarre answer to a question about Tom Brady and “Deflategate.” Watch the video.

Roadwork Alert: Blasting Operation Coming to Bear Hill Road

Site work will be done soon on Bear Hill Road.

Waltham Company Sponsors, Supports Translators Without Borders

Lionbridge Technologies becomes the first Diamond Sponsor of Translators Without Borders.

Waltham Police : Arrests for Intent to Distribute Cocaine; Burglary; Shoplifting

The following are excerpts from the Waltham police log. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.

What Does It Cost For a Family of Four To Live in Waltham?

The Economic Policy Institute recently released its 2015 Family Budget Calculator. Here’s what you’ll need to raise a family in Waltham.

Search Foreclosures in Waltham

Check out this list of foreclosures, courtesy of Zillow.

OMGPD: Detective Caught with Pants Down, Sore Loser Steelers Coach, and More

Take a look at some of the unusual, funny and just plain strange police reports from around the commonwealth.