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THE DISH: Ritcey East’s Max Ritcey Talks About Fish Taco, Lending a Helping Hand & More

By Charlie Breitrose | 4 hours ago

Ritcey East owner Max Ritcey presents a fan favorite: fish tacos. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The Dish is a new collaboration between Watertown News and the Little Local Conversations podcast which takes a deep dive into a favorite dish from a local restaurant and beyond.

Watertown’s Ritcey East has become a favorite place for people looking for comfort food, a cocktail, and enjoy it in a laid back, fun atmosphere. One of the most popular menu items, the fish tacos, also harkens back to owner Max Ritcey’s culinary roots, and has strong family ties.

WHS Seeing More Students from Diverse Backgrounds in Advanced Classes

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.

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Allison Donovan

OBIT: Allison Donovan, 40, Watertown School Administrator, Scholarship Created in Her Memory

By Guest Writer | February 12, 2019

Allison Donovan Watertown Public School’s K-8 Literacy Coordinator and long-time educator, died after being hit in a hit-and-run incident.

The following obituary came from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home:

Allison Jane Donovan, a woman who devoted her life to nurturing children as a teacher and administrator, passed away tragically on Friday night, February 8, 2019. She was 40 years old.

Police/Fire

Boston Man Arrested for Breaking Into Homes in Watertown, Other Communities

By Charlie Breitrose | February 12, 2019

Police arrested a Boston man suspected of breaking into 19 homes over the past five months in five communities, including Watertown.

Fire Awards

Watertown Fire Chief Awards Fire, Police Personnel for Saving a Life

By Charlie Breitrose | February 12, 2019

Members of the Watertown Fire Department, Police Department and emergency dispatchers received awards on Friday for the work they did helping to save a man from choking.

Transportation

MBTA Announces Extra Subway Service for Snow Storm

By Guest Writer | February 12, 2019

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is advising the public that weather forecasters are expecting a winter storm to impact travel across the Commonwealth throughout Tuesday, February 12.

Deputy Chief

Watertown Fire Department Honors Promoted & New Firefighters

By Charlie Breitrose | February 11, 2019

Ryan Nicholson receives his badge from his wife after he was sworn in as Deputy Fire Chief as Fire Chief Bob Quinn watches.

The Watertown Fire Department celebrated the promotion of two of its members, including the newest deputy fire chief, and welcomed four new firefighters at a recent ceremony.

Weather

Winter Storm Could Make for a Messy Tuesday Afternoon & Commute

By Charlie Breitrose | February 11, 2019

Snow will hit the Watertown area Tuesday afternoon and could make for a messy evening commute.

Arrests

Police Log: Officers Chase Down Shoplifter, Property Tax Checks Stolen & More

By Charlie Breitrose | February 11, 2019

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

Letters

LETTER: Resident Not Happy With District’s Response to Asbestos in Schools

By Guest Writer | February 11, 2019

Dear Editor,

In the concluding paragraph of your February 7, 2019 “… Schools are Safe” article, Town Council President Mark Sideris proffered a blanket criticism:

“I see comments that are completely false and people take it as what is true, but it’s not.”

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