Government
Community Meeting Planned for Proposed Medical Marijuana Dispensary
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The applicants seeking to open a medical marijuana dispensary in East Watertown will host a community meeting to discuss their proposal.
Students, Families Formed “Bike Bus” to Get to Hosmer School This Spring
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A group of Hosmer Elementary School students met at Casey Park on Fridays this Spring to form a Bike Bus and ride to school. (Contributed Photo)
During the spring, a group of students and their families rode their bicycles from the Southside to Hosmer Elementary School, forming what became known as the Bike Bus.
New Watertown High School Nearing Completion — See Photos
The large W adorns the wall of the glass stairwell near the intersection of Common and Spring streets. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
On a tour of the nearly completed new Watertown High School, a group saw classrooms that look ready to host classes, along with some of the gems of the new building: the gymnasium, the auditorium, and a two-story media center (a.k.a. the library).
Watertown’s Independence Day Celebration Includes, Concert & Light Show
Celebrate America’s independence on July 1 when the City of Watertown with music and a light show in Saltonstall Park. See more details in the announcement from the City, below.
City Manager, Council President Answer Questions About Watertown Square Garage
A rendering of what could be built in and around the Municipal Parking lot in Watertown Square, including a garage and residential building on the parking lot. The image is from the City of Watertown’s virtual open house.
One of the biggest topics of discussion around Watertown, these days, is the parking garage proposed to go on the lot behind CVS in Watertown Square. People ask how big, what will it look like, how much will it cost, who will pay for it? There is a key question that needs to be answered first, City Council President Mark Sideris and City Manager George Proakis said in a recent interview with Watertown News: Should the City build a garage?
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School Committee
Consultant to be Hired to Plan for Renovation of Watertown’s Schools
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The School Committee agreed to hire a consultant to get the planning for renovating Watertown’s schools rolling, and at the same time officials will apply to the state for money to renovate the high school.
Brigham House
Watertown Students Bond with Seniors Through Intergenerational Activities
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This school year, some of Watertown’s youngest students have added a new component to their curriculum—events with the town’s senior citizens. Preschool and elementary school students have trick-or-treated, performed a Thanksgiving play, listened to “Mrs. Mittens” read a winter story, and delivered valentines.
Around Town
Local Groups to Hold Rally to Support Immigrants, Refugees in Watertown
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Several Watertown groups will be hosting vigil and community forum supporting immigrants and refugees in town this weekend.
Business
Watertown Savings Announces Winners of Customer Choice Awards
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On Tuesday, March 28, Watertown Savings Bank (WSB) will distribute $75,000 to the 30 local community organizations chosen by its banking customers, in the bank’s 21st annual Customer Choice Awards, bank officials announced.
Schools
Watertown Schools Release Statement on Respecting Diversity
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In light of recent discussions at the Federal level about travel bans from certain countries and immigrations, School Committee Chairman John Portz and Interim Superintendent John Brackett released a “Statement on Respecting Diversity.”
Around Town
See What is Open and What’s Closed on Presidents Day
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Monday is President’s Day, and many government offices will be closed, but most businesses will be open. See how it will impact your life, including trash pick up.
Real Estate
Here are the Four Homes that Sold in Watertown This Week
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See details about the four homes that sold this week in Watertown.