Suspicious Package Holds Plane at Logan

The plane has been evacuated and baggage taken off for inspection by law enforcement officials, according to several reports.

UPDATE TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 11:55 A.M.: The suspicious package on the plane was re-screened and cleared by security officials, according to the TSA (Transportation Security Administration). In a press statement, the TSA said that the checked bag was re-screened at Logan after baggage handlers in Philadelphia "noted concern." The plane landed safely at Logan and passengers were bused to the gate.  "While properly screened by TSA at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the bag was re-screened by local EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal team) at BOS as a precaution and has been cleared," the statement said. Massport also released a statement saying the flight was remotely parked on the runway while the bag was re-screened "out of an …

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Area Residents Worried About Aircraft Noise Plan

The plan would send additional aircraft noise over Waltham.

Objections from nearby residents are slowing Logan Airport’s plan to install a new guidance system that would send additional air traffic and noise over Waltham, according to the Boston Globe. Under the plan, a new aircraft GPS-based guidance system would be installed to guide planes more efficiently into the airport in Boston. That system, however, would create more noise over Waltham. Residents in Dedham and Milton, which would also hear additional noise, told the Globe they want to maintain the current noise levels and evenly spread any additional decibels across other communities. Also, City Councillor Tom Stanley has previously expressed concern over the additional noise Waltham would hear. The Federal Aviation Administration, which …

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LETTER: Waltham State Rep. Concerned About Additional Airplane Noise

The following is a letter from State. Rep Thomas Stanley.

LETTER: Waltham State Rep. Concerned About Additional Airplane Noise

The following is a letter from State. Rep Thomas Stanley.

The following letter is from State Rep. Thomas Stanley, D-Waltham to the Federal Aviation Administration regarding its proposal to alter air traffic routes that would bring additional aircraft noise to parts of Waltham. ---------- Dear Ms. English,  Hope all is well.  I am writing to you to express my concerns in regards to the Federal Aviation Administration’s plan to implement a new departure course from Runway 33L, within Boston Logan International Airport, scheduled for March 7. This new departure course could have a sizeable effect on the City of Waltham and the Town of Lincoln, which I represent, as part of the Ninth Middlesex District.  The Federal Aviation Administration’s proposal to update the National Airspace System increases …

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What's Happening

Five Things You Need to Know: Feb. 7

See what is happening today in Waltham.

Today's weather forecast -- 32 degrees and sunny. A Waltham bar has been punished for recent alcohol violations. A Zumba class will be held at 9 a.m. at 14 Warren St. Toastmaster International will host an open house at 7 p.m. Do you agree with a plan that could bring more aircraft noise to Waltham?

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More Logan Airport Aircraft Noise For Waltham?

Airplanes heading toward Logan Airport in Boston could bring more noise to Waltham residents.

Several thousand additional Waltham residents would be subjected to the noise of aircraft flying over them under a proposed plan to alter landing approach routes for planes heading toward Logan Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration’s proposal would essentially change air route navigation for runway 33L to a satellite-guided system, according to a copy of the proposal The chage would subject 6,584 additional Waltham residents to aircraft noise, according to a copy of the proposal. In the comments section below, tell us what you think about the proposal?  However, the increase levels do not meet the requirement to be considered in the final decision. “The proposed procedure would improve safety and efficiency at Logan Airport and has …

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The Killing Of Osama bin Laden

UPDATED: More Personnel, but No Direct Threat at Logan Airport

Security levels at the airport have not changed since the news of Osama bin Laden's death. Federal officials have not called for increased measures.

Update: 12:10 p.m.: After a security meeting this morning, officials at the airport have not raised the threat level at the facility, but there are additional State Police and TSA personnel on as a precaution. “We met with all the airlines and said to be aware,” said Media Relations Director Orlando Orlandella. “There is no threat to Logan.” Officials met earlier this morning to discuss whether to take additional security measures in the wake of Osama bin Laden’s death.  Orlandella said the federal government has not issued any order for additional security or said the airport is under any threat. Orlandella stressed that while there was no threat, all travelers should remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings. Anyone who sees …

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