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🌱 Patch AM: Which free winter services can Waltham seniors and caregivers use right now?

Also, don't miss New Years Day Sports Card & Memorabilia Show on the Waltham Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:

  • Which free winter services can Waltham seniors and caregivers use right now?
  • Which Waltham criminal cases are headed back to court next month?
  • Which Waltham contestant just clinched a big Jeopardy! tournament win?

Also on today's calendar: New Years Day Sports Card & Memorabilia Show and 8 more events.

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Today's riddle: I think I’ll wear only one boot today. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Walthamfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Wednesday: Breezy with variable clouds, with a high of 33 and low of 27 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 31, low: 12. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Friday: Cold with sun, some clouds, with a high of 27 and low of 18 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Waltham Council on Aging has resources available for seniors this winter (walthamtimes.org) — Waltham seniors can tap free handyman help, in-city medical rides, and weekday Meals on Wheels deliveries to stay safer and more independent this winter. The Council on Aging also runs bus trips to local stores and shares updates through its Senior Connection newsletter. Residents can even volunteer for snow shoveling support at the Stanley Senior Center on Main Street.
   

2. Waltham man arraigned in superior court on charges connected to October armed robbery (walthamtimes.org) — Several recent criminal cases involving Waltham residents are moving through local courts, including an alleged October armed robbery near a Main Street gas station and separate drug and shooting-related charges. The article details upcoming Waltham District Court dates, bail decisions, and amended charges, helping residents understand current public safety and justice system activity in the city.
   

3. ‘Jeopardy!': ‘6, 7' Gets Its Own Category & Fans Are Divided Over ‘Annoying' Gen Alpha Phrase (yakimaherald.com) — A Jeopardy! contestant from Waltham, Abigail Arnold, just won $25,600 and advanced to the Second Chance Tournament finals, giving locals someone to cheer for on the popular quiz show. Her game featured a buzzed-about “6,7” category inspired by a Gen Alpha phrase that left many viewers divided and a bit confused online.
   

4. New England Patriots honor Waltham volunteer for mobilizing community support for homeless adults (walthamtimes.org) — A longtime Waltham resident and Community Day Center volunteer is being honored by the New England Patriots for mobilizing donations and hands-on support for homeless adults in the city. Pat Murphy has helped build clothing drives, an Amazon wish list, and a neighborhood donation network that keeps the center’s new Felton Street shop stocked. Her recognition also brings a $10,000 grant to the Waltham nonprofit.
   

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