Sports

Nominations Wanted for the WHS Athletic Hall of Fame

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Know of a former Watertown High School athlete who deserves recognition for his or her career as a Raider, now is your chance to submit their names. The Watertown High School Athletic Hall of Fame proudly announces it is now accepting nominations for this year’s class. Founded in 1992, the Hall honors individuals and teams who have made significant contributions to the community through their time as student-athletes or in support of various athletic programs at Watertown High School. This year’s inductees will be honored at the banquet in May. Recent inductees include former Raider greats Bob Murgo, Renee Gaudette, George Salvitti, and current boys’ basketball coach Steve Harrington.

Business

Watertown Resident Starting Studio Offering Yoga and Much More

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Watertown resident Megan Dattoli opened a studio feature yoga, prenatal and parenting classes. GROUNDWORK yoga + wellness at 402 Trapelo Road in Belmont will hold its grand opening celebration through Sunday, Feb. 1. The studio offers classes and workshops that encourage self care of body and mind, healthy families, and a mindful community. Dattoli grew up in Belmont and is a yoga instructor, birth & postpartum doula, and childbirth educator. She has been supporting new and growing families in the area for the past 4 years.

Business

See Where to Catch the Pats in the Super Bowl in Watertown

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Tom Brady, Bill Belichik and the Patriots are making their final preparations for Super Bowl XLIX, and so are bars around Watertown. If you are looking for a place to catch the game, there are some special events planned around town. Donohue’s Bar & Grill, 87 Bigelow Ave., will start early with a full breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. During the pre-game programming the bar will be offering promos, said owner John Donohue. Catch the game on 22 HD TVs, and enjoy a buffet at halftime. Donohue’s will also be raffling off two 60-inch HD LG LED flat screen TVs during the big game.

Around Town

Learn How to Deal with Stress at a Free Presentation

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Learn about stress and stress management wit a free lecture presented by the Watertown Health Department. Public Health Nurse Wil van Dinter, RN will discuss some of the most common causes of stress, such as work, finances, taking care of an ill family member, chronic illness and emotional struggles. The lecture will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 6 at the Watertown Mall, 550 Arsenal St. in Watertown.

Real Estate

A Few Open Houses This Week in Watertown

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The snow won’t stop these open houses in Watertown this weekend. $439,000 – 8 Hillcrest Cir. Unit 8, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom 2 family, Open House: Saturday 12-1:30 p.m., Sunday 2-3:30 p.m.

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$469,900 – 92 Brookline St., 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom ranch, Open House: Sunday 12-1:30 p.m.

$925,000 – 75 Summer St. Unit 75, 3 bedroom, 3 full 2 half bathroom townhouse, Open House: Sunday 2-3:30 p.m.

Weather

More Snow Headed for Watertown on Friday

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A storm will hit Watertown dropping more snow on top of the piles left by Tuesday’s blizzard. The National Weather Service has issued a Winters Storm Warning beginning at midnight Thursday and running to 6 a.m. on Saturday. Snow will be light through much of the day, with about an inch and a half during the day. Then snowfall will pick up Friday night and drop another 2 to 4 inches of new accumulation. The snow could make driving conditions hazardous and increase the load of snow on roofs.

Development

ZBA Approves East Watertown CVS Despite Pleas of Neighbors

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Residents of Coolidge Square left Wednesday’s Zoning Board of Appeals meeting upset and disappointed after the project they had fought so long against – the CVS – gained unanimous approval from the board. The 13,300-square-foot pharmacy will go at the corner of Mt. Auburn and Arlington streets and replace the gas station at the corner, an office building and the former Elks Club. Residents made their case that the store would adversely impact their neighborhood and homes. They came out and spoke for hours at the December ZBA meeting, held meetings, went door-to-door and stood on the street rallying support against the development.

Government

Watertown Councilor Questions Lt. Gov. About Boston Olympics

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When Watertown Town Councilor Cecilia Lenk had an opportunity to ask new Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito a questions, she asked what many have been wondering – how will Boston and the state be prepared for the Olympics? Lenk asked the question at the WEMO (Women Elected Municipal Official) luncheon at last week’s Massachusetts Municipal Association meeting. The councilor said that the communities surrounding Boston have felt left out of the dialogue about the bid to get the 2024 Summer Olympics. Lenk said she worries about the transportation infrastructure, which is already overburdened in Watertown, despite the booming development – and that is without a major sporting event. Her question got a response, and not just from the Lt. Governor.