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Five years in, here’s how the MBTA Communities Act is playing out in nearby towns 

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October 27, 2026
Reporters from local newsrooms look at what the state’s multifamily zoning law has delivered in Lexington, Cambridge, Arlington, Belmont and Waltham — and where it hasn’t. By Maggie Scales, Chloe […]
Conservation Commission to probe possible Charles River contamination by Prestige Car Wash
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October 25, 2026
Waltham Lions Club holds first Halloween parade
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October 25, 2026
School committee votes to dismiss school finance official amid disputes over budget overruns, union contracts and a new senior hire
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October 25, 2026
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Waltham Lions Club holds first Halloween parade
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October 25, 2026
Despite mayor’s comments, Planning Department says it’s killed Moody Street pedestrianization plan
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October 15, 2026
Former Brothers Marketplace space vacant after five years as Roche Bros. retains lease
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October 15, 2026
Waltham pottery studio celebrates one-year anniversary in thriving art community
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October 15, 2026
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City sued over claims it created an RCI district along BXP property lines
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October 26, 2026
Senior Center this week: Diet, exercise, and osteoporosis; estate planning; Sock Hop!
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October 25, 2026
The Waltham Public Library this week: Annual Halloween Party
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October 25, 2026
Waltham High cheer team enjoys dinner ahead of Sunday competition
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October 25, 2026
Flower power: Waltham Garden Club marks 85 years 
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October 22, 2026
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Monday, Oct. 26 – Warm day, cooling overnight
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October 26, 2026
Another warm day in the upper 60s with clear skies. Overnight, the temperature is expected to be in the low 40s, though a cold front coming in will stop temperatures from warming much into Tuesday. | High: 69°F | Low: 41°F | Wind: W 5-9mph | Sky: Clear | Precipitation: 5%

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Arts & Culture
Reagle Theatre’s Spotlight fundraiser showcases emerging and established talent
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October 25, 2026
Flower power: Waltham Garden Club marks 85 years 
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October 22, 2026
Rose Museum puts spotlight on Jenna Gribbon’s intimate portraits
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October 22, 2026
Waltham Philharmonic opener features shipwreck drama, musical pictures and a cello showcase
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October 22, 2026
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Five years in, here’s how the MBTA Communities Act is playing out in nearby towns 
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October 27, 2026
The week ahead: City Council will reopen 220 Moody St. hotel petition, other special permits
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October 25, 2026
Water main construction will close part of Felton Street starting Monday
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October 25, 2026
Schools
Waltham High cheer team enjoys dinner ahead of Sunday competition
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October 25, 2026
School committee votes to dismiss school finance official amid disputes over budget overruns, union contracts and a new senior hire
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October 25, 2026
Eighth graders outpace peers on state civics test
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October 22, 2026

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October 15, 2026
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October 11, 2026
Bentley Men’s soccer alumni celebrate legacy and build momentum for the future
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October 4, 2026
Four Waltham women fighting in Haymakers for Hope Belles of the Brawl next month
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September 22, 2026
Waltham rolls past Chelsea in homecoming win 
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September 20, 2026
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Design Waltham’s new police station and public works facility to save taxpayers’ money
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September 15, 2026
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September 10, 2026
How about aligning mayoral and presidential elections?
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August 20, 2026
Towns surrounding the Quabbin Reservoir protect the water for 2.7 million people in Eastern Mass
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August 9, 2026
Let’s get out of opposing corners to plan Waltham’s future together
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July 14, 2026
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October 25, 2026
Waltham High cheer team enjoys dinner ahead of Sunday competition
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October 25, 2026
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October 25, 2026
Public Safety
Public safety report: Fire department puts out fire at Brandeis University construction site
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October 25, 2026
Conservation Commission to probe possible Charles River contamination by Prestige Car Wash
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October 25, 2026
Waltham woman pleads not guilty to shoplifting charges after alleged incident at Marshalls
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October 22, 2026
Public health report, summer update: Surge of rat and housing complaints in August
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October 20, 2026
Two-vehicle crash on Beaver Street sends car toward stream
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October 20, 2026
Magnet fisherman pulls firearm out of Charles River for second time in two months
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October 18, 2026
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Milestones
Judith Gustafson, 1946–2026, former Fernald nurse
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October 22, 2026
Marie Rizzo, 1928–2026, loving mother and grandmother
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October 22, 2026
Norma McCullough, 1931–2026, lifelong Waltham resident
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October 22, 2026
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