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Hello Waltham! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could Waltham's Alegeus data breach make you eligible for compensation?
  • Why a Waltham man was suddenly deported after 19 months
  • Why did a Dyne Therapeutics director just boost his Waltham‑linked stake?

Also on today's calendar: It's a Bloch Party! Grand Opening and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 66 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunshine and nice, temps: high: 74, low: 48.
  • Friday: Abundant sunshine, with a high of 69 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Alegeus Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation (claimdepot.com) — Alegeus, a benefits technology company headquartered in Waltham, is under legal scrutiny after a data breach that exposed sensitive personal information, including Social Security numbers. The breach, reported to Massachusetts authorities, may affect local residents whose accounts run through Alegeus, and they're being offered credit monitoring while class‑action lawyers explore possible compensation claims.
   

• After attempted intervention by Sen. Markey, Gedion Masunsu is deported to Uganda (walthamtimes.org) — A Waltham resident, Gedion Masunsu, has been deported to Uganda after 19 months in ICE detention, despite earlier asylum protections and an attempted inquiry from Sen. Markey's office. His case involved dismissed assault charges in Waltham that may have hurt his immigration appeals, and he's now stranded in Kampala relying on support from the Boston Ugandan community while deciding his next steps.
   

• Dyne Therapeutics Director Brian S. Posner Acquires 2,500 Shares at $16 Each (kalkinemedia.com subscription) — A Dyne Therapeutics director tied to a Trapelo Road address in Waltham has bought 2,500 additional company shares, bringing his holdings to 27,000. The open‑market purchase at $16 per share signals insider confidence that may interest residents who work at or invest in this local biotech firm.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Belmont

  • Town to Appeal State Ruling on Belmont Country Club Abatement (belmontvoice.org)
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Watertown

  • Massachusetts Democrats Accuse USPS of a Coordinated Campaign to Force Post Office Closures Across the State (newbedfordguide.com)

Arlington

  • Arlington Police Warn Of Bank Scam Targeting Residents (patch.com)

Ok Waltham! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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