Schools

Russo’s Closing Adds to Watertown Schools’ Struggle to Get Food for Lunches

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The Watertown Public Schools are having a trouble ensuring they are getting enough food for the school lunches, due in part to the closing of Russo’s market. Shortages in food deliveries from national food chains, plus the loss of a key local source of food has left the Watertown Schools school lunch program uncertain what they will be able to serve to students each day, Watertown’s Director of School Nutrition Brandon Rabbit told WBZ Channel 4. Adding to the difficulty in securing items for school breakfasts and lunches is the closing of Russo’s. The market, which closed after decades in Watertown on Sept. 18, used to be a key provider to the Watertown Schools and about 90 other districts.

Real Estate

Look at All the Open Houses Around Watertown This Week

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Many, many open houses around town this weekend to choose from. $464,900 – 121 Pierce Road Unit 121, Condo – Townhouse, 874 Living Area Sq. Ft., 5 Room, 2 Bedroom, 1 Full Bathroom, Open House: Sunday 12:30-2:30

$750,000 – 34 Olcott St., Multi-family Home – 2 Family – 2 Units Up/Down, 2,141 Living Area Sq. Ft., 2 Units, 10 Total Rooms, 6 Total Bedrooms, Open House: Sunday 11:30-1

$615,000 – 308 School St. Unit 2, Condo – 2/3 Family, 1,230 Living Area Sq.

Homepage Featured

Watertown Police Department Receives Accreditation from State Commission

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The Watertown Police Department was accredited by the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission. The Watertown Police Department received word that it successfully completed the re-accreditation process with the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission, during which it had to show it follows professional standards. The program is a voluntary one, in which police departments “strive to meet and maintain standards that have been established for the profession by the profession,” according to the Commission. MPAC Executive Director Rick J. Rathburn commended the Watertown Police for its accomplishment in a letter to Watertown Police Chief Michael Lawn. “This prestigious status has been awarded for another three-year period ending September 2024,” Rathburn wrote.

Around Town

Take a Short Survey on the Arts in Town from the Watertown Cultural Council

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The Watertown Cultural Council would like to know your opinion about the nature and state of arts and culture in Watertown! Please complete this Community Survey and help us in the planning and development of programming in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences. Click on the link below to complete this quick 7 question survey:

Here is the survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XZCKH99

Around Town

Family & Friends Celebrate Memory of Girl Who Built Strong Friendships, Inspired People in Her Lifetime

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Charlie BreitroseFriends of Lora Karaguesian sit on the Buddy Bench at Hosmer School dedicated in her memory. Watertown’s Lora Karaguesian’s life was cut short, but in her 11 years she made many close friendships and lasting memories. Recently, her family and friends gathered to remember her big smile and bright personality, and leave a lasting memorial at her old elementary school. On Sept. 18, a bench with a plaque in Lora’s memory was dedicated by more than 30 family members and friends.

Entertainment

The Faire on the Square is Back! New Additions Include Line Dancing, Mini Golf, Karaoke

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Charlie BreitroseChildren will have many fun activities to choose from at the 2021 Faire on the Square. After a year off due to the pandemic, the Watertown Faire on the Square is back in 2021 with some new activities, new performers along with some favorites from previous editions. The Faire takes place Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 from 11 a.m. 4 p.m. at Saltonstall Park (next to Town Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown). There is no cost to attend, but there will be many food vendors, booths and others with items for sale.

Business

Get Back in the Swing of Things at the Upcoming Watertown Business Coalition’s Event

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Charlie BreitroseThe Commander’s Mansion in Watertown. The Watertown business community will gather for the first time in more than a year to network, enjoy some music, and have a drink and something to eat. The Watertown Business Coalition invites you to “Get back in the Swing of Things” at a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 29 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The event will be outside under a large tent at the Commander’s Mansion. Providing the entertainment will be Watertown’s own Rosedale Ramblers.