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Governor Stops by Watertown High School to Give a Teacher Appreciation Week Gift

By Charlie Breitrose | 21 hours ago

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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Schools

Watertown High School Robotics Team Receives a $5,000 Grant

By Charlie Breitrose | November 26, 2018

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

By Charlie Breitrose | November 26, 2018

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.

Police/Fire

Police Log: Two Homes Broken Into on Same Night, Scam Victim Lost Nearly $50K

By Charlie Breitrose | November 25, 2018

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

Real Estate

Four Properties Sold in Watertown This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | November 25, 2018

Three condos and a Cape sold this week in Watertown.

Around Town

Tree Lighting Ceremony Coming to Watertown Square Soon!

By Guest Writer | November 24, 2018

The Town of Watertown, Watertown Savings Bank, and the Rotary Club of Watertown are pleased to announce that the eighth annual Tree Lighting event will be held on Friday, December 7 in Watertown Square, according to an announcement from the organizers

Around Town

Learn About Computer Coding from Panel of Experts at Watertown Library

By Guest Writer | November 24, 2018

Find out about computer coding during the “Ask a Coder” event at the Watertown Free Public Library on Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m.

Around Town

Hundreds Run the 13th Annual Donohue’s Turkey Trot Despite Arctic Conditions

By Charlie Breitrose | November 23, 2018

Fifteen minutes before the 2018 Donohue’s Turkey Trot was scheduled to begin, Bigelow Avenue was nearly deserted. As race time approached, however, hundreds of runners emerged from Donohue’s Bar & Grill for the Thanksgiving morning 5K on the streets of Watertown.

Real Estate

A Small Selection of Open Houses in Watertown Over Thanksgiving Weekend

By Charlie Breitrose | November 23, 2018

There are a couple of open houses to visit in Watertown this weekend.