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Student Cell Phone Ban During School Day Approved by School Committee

By Charlie Breitrose | 8 hours ago

The School Committee approved a Personal Electronic Device (PED) Policy that prevents students from using or having access to a device — such as a cell phone or tablet — during the entire school day, including during lunchtime and breaks.

Watertown Playground Named for Soldier Killed in Vietnam Will be Upgraded

Drawings of plans for renovating the Lt. Paul Sullivan Playground. (Source: City of Watertown)

A playground named in honor of a Watertown man who died in Vietnam will be getting an update, with new play structures and paving.

Noah Kahan References Watertown in a Song on His New Album

Noah Kahan, from his Facebook page.

Watertown got a shoutout in Noah Kahan’s latest album “The Great Divide.” The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter said he enjoyed the time he spent living in town.

City Hall Annex at Parker Building to Temporarily Close

The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

The City’s Parker Building at 124 Watertown Street will be temporarily closed from May 2-12, 2026, to undergo electrical service upgrades in the building.

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Around Town

Watertown Mall Offering Free Blood Pressure Screening

By Guest Writer | June 4, 2019

The following information was provided by the Watertown Mall:

Every first Friday of the month, the Watertown Mall hosts a free blood pressure screening from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. For this upcoming month, this will happen on June 7, 2019.

Around Town

Art Show, Brain Games & Self Defense at the Senior Center in June

By Guest Writer | June 4, 2019

Watertown Senior Center

The Senior Center will be full of activity this June, with the annual art show, brain games, senior self defense classes and much more.

Around Town

Plaque to be Installed in Watertown Park in Memory of Baby Who Died Unexpectedly

By Charlie Breitrose | June 3, 2019

Watertown’s Casey Park on Watertown Street.

The family of a young girl who died suddenly while at a local daycare center has donated a plaque that will be part of a memorial in a Watertown Park.

Obituaries

OBIT: Charlie Casello, 98, WWII Navy Vet, Active in Local Church

By Guest Writer | June 3, 2019

Charlie Casello

A Funeral service for Charles Paul Casello will be held in the Grace Chapel, 525 Main St. Watertown on Wednesday June 5, 2019 at 10:00 a.m.

Around Town

Kayak on the Charles River with the Recreation Department

By Charlie Breitrose | June 3, 2019

Kayakers will hit the Charles River June 15 in the annual event sponsored by the Watertown Recreation Department.

Once again, the Watertown Recreation Department will hold its kayaking on the Charles River event, and sign ups are now available.

Sports

WHS Sports: Track Star Wins State Title, Lacrosse Teams Make Tourney

By Charlie Breitrose | June 2, 2019

Watertown’s Mange Camara won the 400 meters at the All-State Outdoor Track & Field Championships. Here he competes in the 2018 Div. 4 Meet.

Watertown sprinter Mange Camara added another state championship to his list of titles.

Real Estate

Several Home Sales in Watertown This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | June 2, 2019

Three homes in town were sold this week.

Police/Fire

Police Log: Man Caught Stealing Clothes & Steaks, Two Scams Reported

By Charlie Breitrose | June 1, 2019

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

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