Break ins
Three Watertown Homes Broken Into Tuesday Night, Latest in Spate of Break Ins
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Police investigated three home break ins on Tuesday night, which are the latest in a spate of home burglaries in Watertown.
Governor Stops by Watertown High School to Give a Teacher Appreciation Week Gift
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Gov. Maura Healey, right, presented Watertown High School teacher Liz Mundy with flowers and a proclamation on May 7. (Screenshot from the Watertown Public Schools’ Instagram)
Watertown High School teacher Liz Mundy received some special gifts on Thursday as part of Teacher Appreciation Week: flowers and a proclamation delivered personally by Gov. Maura Healey.
Police Log: Online Loan Scam, Construction Vehicle Missing, Small Fire
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
THE DISH: Ritcey East’s Max Ritcey Talks About Fish Taco, Lending a Helping Hand & More
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.
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Charity
Gospel Group Performing at First Parish Church to Benefit Watertown’s Sister City
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The latest concert to benefit Watertown’s sister city relationship will feature the gospel group Meeting Across the Water.
Schools
School Committee Votes Against Seeking Membership to Minuteman Vocational District
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The Town of Watertown will not seek to join the Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical School District, at least not this year.
Business
Three Promoted to Vice President at Watertown Saving Bank
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Watertown Savings Bank announced three promotions to Vice President.
Entertainment
A Holiday Themed Puppet Show is Coming to the Watertown Mall
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Mall:
The Watertown Mall, located at 550 Arsenal Street, Watertown, will be hosting Wayne Martin Puppets on Saturday, December 1, 2018. Wayne will be putting on three shows at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
Schools
Mixed Results on MCAS for Watertown Middle, High School Students
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The MCAS scores at Watertown Middle School and Watertown High School showed both improvements and drops from prior years, as well as compared to the state average. The School Committee heard the report last week, and members were interested in what is being done to improve Watertown’s scores.
Schools
Watertown High School Robotics Team Receives a $5,000 Grant
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The Watertown High School Robotics Team sent out the following information:
Students at Watertown High School have found external support as they utilize robots to improve skills in science and engineering. The Monsanto Fund, a philanthropic arm of Bayer, recently awarded a one-time $5,000 grant to Watertown High Robotics Team 2423 to support their FIRST Robotics activities and encourage local students who participate in the program.
Charity
Some Watertown Organizations to Support on #GivingTuesday
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Giving Tuesday, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, kicks off the charitable giving season. This year it is Nov. 27, and if you want to give where you live here are a couple of options.