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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Marshall Home Fund (MHF) is soliciting program grant proposals for the year 2015-2016. Since its inception in 2005, MHF has awarded over $300,000 to both public and private non-profit agencies serving older people in Watertown. Collectively, these grants have significantly increased the recipients’ program capabilities. Once again, MHF is looking forward to helping local agencies advance their goals in the coming year. Grant applications should address health, housing, transportation, and other quality of life issues for seniors in Watertown.
Chris Raveis, managing partner of William Raveis Massachusetts, is thrilled to announce the addition of Bob Airasian as Broker. In his new role, Mr. Airasian will be responsible for providing outstanding customer service and helping to further build William Raveis’ presence in Watertown and the surrounding communities. Airasian comes to William Raveis with deep industry knowledge, having been a lifelong Watertown resident and a seasoned agent in the area for the past eight years. “On behalf of the entire William Raveis family, I would like to extend my sincerest congratulations to Bob as he joins our William Raveis’ Newton Centre office,” said Raveis. “Bob and our company share many of the same values, including a focus on customer satisfaction.
The Watertown Department of Public Works announced the lifting of the emergency parking ban put in place for the Blizzard of 2015. The following announcement was sent out at 5:45 p.m.:
The Town of Watertown’s temporary parking ban will be lifted effective 6 P.M. January 28, 2015. The Department of Public Works thanks everyone for their cooperation during this snow emergency and requests that residents continue to park off street when possible to allow the crews to continue the cleanup process. Please continue to keep fire hydrants and catch basins clear in your area.