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*NOTE - The City of Waltham has four (4) liquor licenses now available!

*NOTE - The City of Waltham has four (4) liquor licenses now available!

These licenses were received by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission due to the Census 2020 for population increase.

Helpful Hands

Another free CPR Class will be offered by Gary Thurston of Helpful Hands CPR on September 14th at Government Center

This is a hands-on course where students practice CPR skills with adult and infant manikins and learn how to use an Automated External... more ››

FYI per MA DPH - State Public Health Officials Announce Season’s First EEE Positive Mosquito Samples

FYI per MA DPH - State Public Health Officials have announced this season’s first EEE positive mosquito samples

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus has been detected in... more ››

Waltham's Preliminary Election is coming up on September 12, 2023. Here's some key things to make note of:

Waltham's Preliminary Election is coming up on September 12, 2023. Here's some key things to make note of:

Overview:
The City of Waltham is holding an election for the purpose of electing the following:• Mayor (elect 1)... more ››

Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI), a state agency focused on improving internet access in the Commonwealth, is collecting

Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI), a state agency focused on improving internet access in the Commonwealth, is collecting data from residents about internet access and affordability

The survey results will have a direct impact on federal programs and funding for expansion of the internet here in Massachusetts!

The Waltham Police Department is now accepting applications for their FREE Citizens Police Academy on Wednesdays from September

The Waltham Police Department is now accepting applications for their FREE Citizens Police Academy on Wednesdays from September 13th - December 6th!

The academy will be held Wednesday nights from 6-9pm. See attached for application. Applications can be filled out and dropped off at the... more ››

Did you know an update was made to our city ordinances regarding snow shoveling? To give everyone ample time to prepare for this

Did you know an update was made to our city ordinances regarding snow shoveling? To give everyone ample time to prepare for this change, here’s a [very] early look at what to expect this winter

Sidewalk clearing is strongly encouraged to ensure safe pedestrian passage. Article 17-23 of the General Ordinances of the City of Waltham... more ››

ALERT! There is a water main break on Pentice Street that is affecting the Highlands neighborhood

ALERT! There is a water main break on Pentice Street that is affecting the Highlands neighborhood

City crews are onsite. We currently don’t have a timetable of when water service will return to normal. Please stay tuned for updates..

Join us THIS SATURDAY on Moody Street for a day of fun & music!

Join us THIS SATURDAY on Moody Street for a day of fun & music!

The 2nd Annual Moody Street Car Show will be held from 2-5pm, on the entire length of Moody Street (Maple - Pine). Great... more ››

Do you want to enjoy a FUN-FILLED day  -  serving your community, meeting new people, and earning some money? The Office of the

Do you want to enjoy a FUN-FILLED day  -  serving your community, meeting new people, and earning some money? The Office of the City Clerk is looking for Election Day Workers!

Election Workers must:
Be registered to vote in Massachusetts; Be available to work Election Day from 6:00 a.m. to 9:... more ››

Election season is coming up and Vote by Mail applications are now available!

Election season is coming up and Vote by Mail applications are now available!

To request your Vote by Mail ballot, you can do so by mail or online. The deadline to request vote by mail ballots is September 5th... more ››

Helpful Hands

A free CPR Class will be offered by Gary Thurston of Helpful Hands CPR on August 31st at Government Center

This is a hands-on course where students practice CPR skills with adult and infant manikins and learn how to use an Automated External... more ››

A reminder that due to an increase in rodent sightings, all trash MUST be placed in watertight barrels with tight fitting lids a

A reminder that 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.

Trash cannot be left at the curb for pick-up in plastic bags where it is easily accessible. Let's all work together to keep our city clean... more ››

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