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From starter homes to gun laws: Meet the campaigns behind the nine ballot questions

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September 29, 2026

Voters trying to understand a crowded November ballot can talk directly with campaigns on both sides of all nine statewide questions at a free open house Wednesday, Oct. 7, 6 […]

Deaton stresses healthcare shakeup, ICE reform ahead of November election

By Charlie Johnson

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September 29, 2026

Stacey Daley leaves Waltham Fields after years of growth and change

By Steve Milmore

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September 29, 2026

School district posts gains in 2026 state report, high school remains a concern

By Lea Zaharoni

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September 27, 2026

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Business

Waltham Partnership for Youth hiring 34 paid student interns for school year

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September 27, 2026

Waltham-based transportation company reaches $440,000 settlement for collusion accusations

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September 20, 2026

Bentley Social Innovation Incubator accepting applications for third cohort

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September 17, 2026

Cobbler John Elhilow keeping shoes alive in Waltham for nearly 40 years

By Charlie Johnson

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September 13, 2026

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Community

Stacey Daley leaves Waltham Fields after years of growth and change

By Steve Milmore

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September 29, 2026

Senior Center this week: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

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September 27, 2026

Waltham Partnership for Youth hiring 34 paid student interns for school year

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September 27, 2026

Dancers take the floor for dress rehearsal ahead of 14th Dancing with the Waltham Stars

By June Kinoshita & Timothy Lok

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September 27, 2026

Spotted lanternflies seen in Waltham

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September 27, 2026

Local weather

Wednesday, Sept. 30 – Warming

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September 30, 2026

The weather continues to warm into Wednesday, getting back up to a seasonal 70°F. Overnight light rain will lead to high humidity during the day, though a partly sunny sky and warmer weather will lead to some drying out. | High: 71°F | Low: 57°F | Wind: Light & variable | Sky: Partly sunny | Precipitation: > 20%

Arts & Culture

The Lyman Estate Greenhouse orchids are a feast for the eyes

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September 27, 2026

Cultural Council potluck event celebrates arts organizations around the city

By Artie Kronenfeld

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September 24, 2026

Music, memories fill Waltham Senior Center on 9/11

By Steve Milmore

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September 13, 2026

Historic New England names new greenhouse manager at Lyman Estate

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September 13, 2026

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Government

Councilors acknowledge importance of community support in mental health

By Artie Kronenfeld

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September 29, 2026

City Council in brief: City considers reinstating healthcare for mayor, councilors

By Artie Kronenfeld

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September 29, 2026

Ambulance committee recommends renewing Armstrong contract

By Artie Kronenfeld

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September 27, 2026

Schools

School district posts gains in 2026 state report, high school remains a concern

By Lea Zaharoni

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September 27, 2026

Waltham Partnership for Youth hiring 34 paid student interns for school year

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September 27, 2026

Back to school nights

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September 21, 2026

Sports & recreation

Four Waltham women fighting in Haymakers for Hope Belles of the Brawl next month

By Greg Levinsky

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Sports & Recreation

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September 22, 2026

Waltham rolls past Chelsea in homecoming win

By Liam O’brien

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Sports & Recreation

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September 20, 2026

Waltham High School student-athletes bring Hawk pride to the streets.

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September 20, 2026

Waltham High Hall of Fame class celebrated at sold-out induction dinner

By Steve Milmore

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September 20, 2026

Waltham High School Hall of Fame to induct new honorees

By Steve Milmore

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Sports & Recreation

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September 15, 2026

Ideas

Design Waltham’s new police station and public works facility to save taxpayers’ money

By Amy Gortler, Kam Maali, Jessica Helm, Kaj Telenar & Melissa Karapanos

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September 15, 2026

We are all ‘Breezers’ and we all deserve a voice here

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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

By Matteo Pangallo

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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

Around Town

A social justice Sukkot

By June Kinoshita

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September 29, 2026

Deer crossing on the Mass Central Rail Trail

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September 29, 2026

Waltham Moose Lodge fires up grill for members

By Joseph Sharkey

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September 22, 2026

Public Safety

Storm downs tree on Lincoln Street

By Joseph Sharkey

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September 27, 2026

Public safety report: Thieves break into car parked on Felton Street

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September 27, 2026

Ambulance committee recommends renewing Armstrong contract

By Artie Kronenfeld

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September 27, 2026

No injuries reported after school bus, car collide on Summer Street

By Joseph Sharkey

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September 27, 2026

Nor’easter to bring strong winds, heavy rain to Waltham this weekend

By Hannah LaFranzo

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September 24, 2026

Encounter in Home Depot parking lot leads to alleged strangulation attempt

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September 24, 2026

Comics

Liminal, Mass. Episode 57

By James Willis

Liminal, Mass. Episode 56

By James Willis

Liminal, Mass. Episode 55

By James Willis

Milestones

Remembering Mark Arvid Wuonola

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September 17, 2026

Remembering Roman of Good Care Auto, one year later

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September 16, 2026

Yolanda M. (DiDuca) Cellucci, 1934–2026

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September 10, 2026