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Don't forget to join us this weekend for our annual Independence Day Celebrations!

Don't forget to join us this weekend for our annual Independence Day Celebrations!

This year, events will be held on Saturday, July 1st & Tuesday, July 4th. All are welcome to join the free family fun... more ››

New to the City of Waltham? Here is a quick run-down of how trash & recycling operates here in the city:

New to the City of Waltham? Here is a quick run-down of how trash & recycling operates here in the city:

Recycling & trash is collected weekly in Waltham.

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Eversource will be holding TWO Public Meetings to assist any affected residents or businesses with the property damage claims process

On Monday morning, June 19th, a power surge occurred throughout Waltham. If you experienced a power outage, it is recommended that you do... more ››

Massachusetts opioid-related overdose deaths rose 2.5 percent in 2022 

Massachusetts opioid-related overdose deaths rose 2.5 percent in 2022 

Waltham has had a notable increase in opioid-related overdose deaths in 2022 compared with 2021

A message from the Mass Department of Public Health (June 22, 2023) – Opioid-related overdose deaths in... more ››

On Friday, 6/23, Mass DCR will conduct invasive aquatic species control work in the Charles River from the Commonwealth Ave Brid

On Friday, 6/23, Mass DCR will conduct invasive aquatic species control work in the Charles River from the Commonwealth Ave Bridge in Newton to the Moody St Dam in Waltham

The river will remain open to the public; however, DCR encourages those on the river that day to avoid the treatment area and the treatment... more ››

Did you receive property damage due to Eversources' power surge yesterday? Submit a claim to Eversource

Did you receive property damage due to Eversources' power surge yesterday? Submit a claim to Eversource

Please use the attached Eversource Claim Submission Form to report your damaged property. ... more ››

Happy last day of school to all of our Waltham Public School educators, staff, and students!

Happy Summer to all of our Waltham Public School educators, staff, and students!

Here are some Summer resources:

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Save the date! Waltham Boys & Girls Club's Summer Eats Kick-off will be held on Monday, June 26th from 11am - 1pm on the Waltham Common!

Come on down and join us for some free meals, games, ice cream, and more!

This federally funded Summer Eats Nutrition Program helps to fill the gap left open for many families during the summer months.

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FYI - MWRA will be conducting night work along Lexington St (Totten Pond Rd - Lincoln St) starting TONIGHT!

Work crews will be working through the night, Monday Night through Thursday Night, 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM. Overnight work will... more ››

Summer Safety Tips from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health

Summer Safety Tips from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health

With summer approaching, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) reminds residents to take recommended common-sense precautions... more ››

Expect Delays

PLAN AHEAD! Drainage replacement will begin along Lincoln Street (between Curve Street and Glen Circle) on Monday, June 12th! Please expect delays and seek alternate routes.

Work will be ongoing from 7am-3:30pm, M-F and is expected to be completed in 1-2 weeks. Contact our Engineering Department with any... more ››

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HEADS UP! Bacon Street is currently CLOSED to all thru traffic, from Dale St - the Piety Corner intersection at Lexington St for emergency Water & Sewer repair work

Please avoid area and seek alternate routes! Work is expected to be completed by 11pm/12am tonight. Area residents (Clark Ln neighborhood)... more ››

Due to an increase in rodent sightings, all trash MUST be placed in watertight barrels with tight fitting lids and no holes, or

Due to an increase in rodent sightings, all trash MUST be placed in watertight barrels with tight fitting lids and no holes, or property owners are subject to fines.

Let's all work together to keep our city clean and healthy!

See attached for the full public health advisory & ... more ››

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