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Obituary notices, week of June 15, 2026 through June 21, 2026
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Waltham sports roundup, June 15 to June 21
Waltham Youth Soccer made headlines this week after fifth- and sixth-grade players attended a Bentley University Community Day on June 12 and met France's Men's National Team, which is based in Waltham ahead of the World Cup. Waltham Youth Soccer also announced that Spring 2026 post-sea…
Government · Traffic Commission
Traffic Commission approves Green Street extension and sets EV charging fees
The Traffic Commission approved the Green Street extension design and EV charging fees. The commission voted to approve design plans for the Green Street Extension, including new traffic signals at Route 20 and revised signals on Main Street, plus rectangular rapid flashing beacons at I-95 ramp
Government · Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission approves riverfront home and permits
Conservation Commission approves riverfront home and permits. The Waltham Conservation Commission issued Orders of Conditions and Certificates of Compliance for multiple environmental projects at its June 18 meeting. Chair Bill Doyle's board approved a new single-family home at 339 Bacon Street in
Schools · School Committee
Waltham School Committee Votes to Withdraw $7.7 Million Budget Request to City Council
Waltham School Committee votes to rescind its $7.7 million City Council budget request after superintendent identifies $3.6 million in calculation errors. Superintendent Dr.
Schools · School Committee
Waltham School Secretaries Press Committee for Fair Contract After 351 Days Without One
Waltham school secretaries and administrators confront School Committee over expired contracts and wage erosion.
Government · City Council
City Council approves two properties for affordable housing
The Waltham City Council voted to acquire two Mt. Walley Road properties for $1.74 million to house veterans.
Government · Finance Committee
Finance Committee approves utilities funding and police grants
The Finance Committee approved three state grants for police 911 operations totaling $419,953.52. All five members present: Chairman Katz, Vice President LeBlanc, and Councillors Durkee, King, and LaFauci. The committee also approved a $125,000 transfer from unreserved fund balance to cover
Government · Public Works Committee
Waltham approves Big Belly Trash Container for Railroad Avenue depot
Waltham Public Works Committee approves Big Belly Trash Container for railroad depot. The committee unanimously approved Councillor LaFauci's motion to request that DPW Director Chiasson identify suitable city locations for the installation, followed by approval of the full Resolution. The
Government · Ordinances & Rules Committee
Ordinances Committee advances RCI zoning amendments to council
Waltham Ordinances Committee advances three RCI zoning amendments. The committee approved ordinance language for the RCI 1, 2, and 3 overlay district zoning amendments and voted to forward the zoning amendment map to the full city council on voice votes. Attorney Laughman stated the amendments will