Government
New Treasurer/Collector Has Extensive Financial Management Background
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Jennifer G. Gonzalez has been appointed as Watertown’s next Treasurer/Collector by Town Manager Michael Driscoll.
WHS Seeing More Students from Diverse Backgrounds in Advanced Classes
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The sign for the temporary Watertown High School at PFC Richard Moxley Field. (Courtesy by City of Watertown)
The students taking Advanced Placement classes at Watertown High School have become more diverse, and more students come from low-income backgrounds. The total number of students in AP classes increased, too.
Student Cell Phone Ban During School Day Approved by School Committee
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.
More Headlines
City Hall Annex at Parker Building to Temporarily Close
School Officials Outline Strategies to Improve Watertown’s Special Education Program
Restaurants Won’t be Allowed to Automatically Include Plastic Utensils Under New Ordinance
Brian Munger
Watertown Native Brian Munger Returning to Perform His Music Live
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Brian Munger will return to his hometown in April to perform acoustic rock songs, both his own and covers.
Brian Munger was born and raised in Watertown, and went on to be a musician who opened for some big name groups. He will be back in town to perform live on April 5, 2019.
Entertainment
New Rep Theatre Announces New Artistic Director
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Michael Bobbitt will take over as New Repertory Theatre’s Artistic Director in August 2019.
The following announcement came from New Repertory Theatre:
New Repertory Theatre is proud to announce that arts leader, director, choreographer, and playwright Michael J. Bobbitt will serve as Artistic Director, beginning August 1, 2019.
Around Town
Watertown Church Hosting Vacation Garden School This Summer
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A camper at the Vacation Garden School at Church of the Good Shepherd.
The following information was provided by the Church of the Good Shepherd:
Vacation Garden School inspires children to claim their role as caretakers of water, soil, seed, animals, and harvest. Through hands-on learning, art and story, song and silence, children grow in wonder and skills. Vacation Garden School is offered by the Church of the Good Shepherd, 9 Russell Avenue, Watertown.
Middlesex Sheriff
Middlesex Sheriff Warns Residents Should Beware of Jury Duty Scam
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The following information was provided by the Middlesex Sheriff’s office:
The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) is warning residents to be alert for a new round of jury duty scam calls.
Police/Fire
Police Log: Man Threatens Officers, Driver Leaning on Horn Busted & Several Scams
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Real Estate
A Watertown Colonial Sold This Week
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This single-family home sold this week in Watertown.
Obituaries
OBIT: Catherine Holt, 101, Longtime Watertown Resident, Great Grandmother
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Catherine James (Constantino) Holt, 101, of Wellesley, formerly of Watertown, passed away on March 21, 2019.