Around Town
Sign Up for the Beeping Egg Hunt at Perkins School for the Blind
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The Howe Building at Perkins School for the Blind.
Children and their families are invited to participate in Perkins Schools of the Blinds’ Beeping Egg Hunt.
THE DISH: Ritcey East’s Max Ritcey Talks About Fish Taco, Lending a Helping Hand & More
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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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School Officials Outline Strategies to Improve Watertown’s Special Education Program
Around Town
See What’s Happening at the Hatch Makerspace in February
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Free Public Library’s Hatch Makerspace:
Art 150: Intro to Sculpture
In celebration of the WFPL’s 150th birthday, Hatch is running a workshop series titled “Art 150.”
Illegal Fire Arm
Man Arrested in Watertown for Having Illegal Firearm
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A Watertown man faces multiple firearms charges after a joint arrest by Watertown Police and other law enforcement agencies.
Around Town
What Parking Technologies, Improvements Do You Want in Watertown? Let the Town Know
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If you have you been frustrated by not being able to find parking in Watertown Square or Coolidge Square, found a broken meter, or not been able to find the hours when you have to pay to park — well, Town officials want to hear from you.
Government
LETTER: State Legislature Should Pass Rep. Hecht’s Transparency Amendments
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To the Editor:
Please note, this is my personal position not that of the Library Board of Trustees.
The Massachusetts Legislature is the second oldest deliberative body in the world (after the U.K. Parliament). But far too often, no deliberation actually happens there.
Real Estate
Plenty of Open Houses to See on Super Bowl Weekend
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A dozen properties around town will host open houses this weekend.
Cell Antennas
New Rules for Cell Antennas May Help Town Deal with Problematic Utility Poles
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An example of a double utility pole on Main Street in Watertown. The Public Works Subcommittee passed rules for cell antennas going on poles which they hope will deal with double poles and leaning ones.
New rules about where cell antennas can go and what they will look like went into place at a Council subcommittee meeting Tuesday. They include efforts to address the problems of leaning utility poles and double poles around town, but did not go as far as originally proposed.
Business
Watertown Dental Office Providing Free Care for People Who Can’t Afford It
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Professional Dental Image provides dental care for people who cannot afford it each month.
A Watertown dental practice has started providing free dental care for people in the community who cannot afford it.