Transportation

MBTA Adding Early Morning Buses to 70 Route, Others in System

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Beginning Sunday, April 1, the MBTA will begin a one-year early morning bus service pilot on its busiest key bus routes serving neighborhoods within the immediate Boston core traveling to downtown Boston, the Seaport, and key stops in between beginning as early as 3:20 a.m., MBTA officials announced. Serving residents who start their work day before many people’s alarms ring, the new routes are part of the MBTA’s continued commitment to expanding offerings for those riders who need them most. “The T’s expansion into early morning bus service will provide an important opportunity for the changing needs of Massachusetts’ workforce,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “Throughout this one-year pilot, the MBTA will be able to gather important information about changes in bus ridership and analyze that data to better inform future transportation plans around the Greater Boston area.”
“The launch of early morning service demonstrates that the MBTA is acting on its top priority to put the needs of its customers first,” said Transportation Secretary Stephanie Pollack. “This new transit option will serve workers who must start their day earlier than most.

Around Town

Watch the Cub Scouts Pinewood Derby at the Watertown Mall

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The Watertown Mall, located at 550 Arsenal Street, Watertown, will be hosting the Cub Scouts’ 2018 Pinewood Derby on Saturday, April 7, 2018 starting at 8:30 a.m. and continuing into the afternoon until about 4:30 p.m., according to an announcement from the mall. Join us on Saturday, April 7 for a day filled with fun and racing. Come watch ingenious, young Cub Scouts race miniature wooden cars made from just a handful of materials. From shaping and designing the bodies to installing wheels and adding weights, these creative minds put endless amounts of hard work into perfecting their cars – and they did it by themselves. So be sure to swing by to support our up and coming innovators and find out who will be awarded Fastest and/or Most Original.

Around Town

Find Out About the Well-Being of Watertown’s Youth at a Town Hall Meeting

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The Watertown Youth Coalition will host its 2018 Town Hall Meeting on “The Well-Being of Watertown Youth” on April 11, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. at the Watertown Free Public Library. 

The WYC provided the following information:

How well are Watertown youth doing with regard to their health and well-being? COME JOIN US for a presentation and discussion of the most recent Watertown Youth Risk Behavior Survey results. Hear the perspectives of youth and other experts in the field, and contribute to the discussion about how to sustain and increase what’s positive for youth and families in Watertown. Light refreshments will be served. Register here to confirm your attendance and to be entered to win a raffle prize.

Government

Winter Overnight Parking Ban Lifted Early

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Watertown’s overnight parking ban ends Thursday, Watertown Police Chief Michael Lawn announced. The Town sent out the following announcement:

Chief Lawn would like to inform you that Watertown has lifted its enforcement of the all night parking ban effective Thursday March 29, 2018. The Department of Public Works, Police Department and Fire Department would like to remind motorists that keeping the streets clear allows for road repairs, street cleaning and easy access for public safety vehicles. To that end, all Departments encourage residents to make full use of off-street parking when it is available

Around Town

Local Organizations Sponsor Vigil in Memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Several local community groups are inviting Watertown residents to participate in a vigil in Watertown Square, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4 – the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the group announced. The vigil will include public witness and remembrance of Dr. King’s martyrdom as the slain leader of the civil rights movement in the 1960’s, as well as his continued legacy of social, racial and economic justice. In addition, a sign-making workshop for the vigil will be held at First Parish Church, 35 Church Street, on Monday, April 2, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The vigil organizers welcome the participation of Watertown residents of all ages in both the vigil and the sign-making workshop. The vigil and sign-making workshop are sponsored by World in Watertown, Watertown Citizens for Black Lives, and First Parish of Watertown (Unitarian Universalist), and Church of the Good Shepherd.

Around Town

Watertown Mall Hosting Easter Egg Painting Event

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The Watertown Mall, located at 550 Arsenal Street, Watertown, will be hosting an Easter egg painting event on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.

The event will kick off with storytelling and songs led by Watertown Families Together’s, Arlene Smith. Participants will then be invited to paint Easter eggs at our craft table. Everyone will receive a letter from the Easter Bunny for attending. The event will begin at 10:00 a.m and will take place in the back hallway, near Carter’s. This event is FREE to the general public, so come and bring your friends!

Obituaries

OBIT: Michael Beirne, 45, Father of 3, Former Star Athlete at WHS

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A Funeral Service for Michael Patrick Beirne will be held on Friday March 30th,
2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald Funeral Home,
Watertown.Mr. Beirne, a son of Maureen Beirne-LaRose and the late Joseph T. Beirne passed
away suddenly in Brockton on Monday. Michael was 45. Michael was born in Waltham and raised in Watertown. He graduated from
Watertown High School, class of 1990. Michael was a star athlete during his time at
Watertown High especially on the football field.

Sports

Oakley Country Club Hosting PGA Jr. League for Young Golfers

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Young girls and boys who want to learn about and to play golf can sign up for PGA Jr. League at the Oakley Country Club in Watertown, and dozens of other courses around the Boston area. The PGA Jr. League sent out the following announcement:

PGA and LPGA Professionals in the Boston area are offering PGA Jr. League,
a game-changing way for kids to learn and play golf. The program brings friends and family together around fun, team golf experiences with expert coaching and instruction from PGA and LPGA Professionals. Boys and girls of all background and skill levels learn and play together in a supportive, two-person scramble format that encourages mentorship, builds confidence, and promotes sportsmanship. PGA Jr. League is primarily for boys and girls ages 13 and under, though some facilities offer 16-and- under programs (included in the online program description).