Weather
More Snow on its Way for Watertown on Sunday and Monday
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There’s no break from the snow for the Boston area, as the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch from Sunday through most of Monday.
Unwanted Surprises Drive Up Cost of Renovation of the City’s Parker Annex Building
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The Parker Annex Building (Courtesy of City of Watertown)
City officials have learned what it’s like to renovate a 100+ year old building, and the unwanted surprises that come with it. On Tuesday night, the City Council approved a $373,000 budget transfer to cover the cost of unexpected additional repairs, as well as to insulate the Parker Annex.
Students, Families Formed “Bike Bus” to Get to Hosmer School This Spring
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.
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Environment
State Sen. Brownsberger Hosting Discussion on Energy, Climate Legislation
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State Senator Will Brownsberger announced he will host a community discussion on energy and climate legislation filed in the 2017-2018 legislative session.
Entertainment
Auditions for Revels’ Christmas Performance Coming to Watertown
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Auditions for the 2017 Christmas Revels, which this year is a celebration of Renaissance Venice, will be held in Watertown in March, the group announced.
Schools
Watertown Schools Announce Finalists for Superintendent Position
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The Watertown School Committee is pleased to announce that two candidates for the position of School Superintendent have been recommended by the Search Committee for its consideration.
Government
Medical Marijuana Dispensary Moves a Step Closer to Approval
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A proposed medical marijuana dispensary in the East End of Watertown cleared one hurdle Tuesday night and now moves on to the Town Council for consideration.
Schools
Watertown Girl Named Student of the Term by Minuteman High School
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Minuteman High School has selected four outstanding students as Students of the Term for Term Two of the current school year, including one from Watertown, according to the school.
Real Estate
A Ton of Open Houses Around Watertown This Weekend
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Plenty of homes to look at this weekend around Watertown.
Cambridge
Q&A: Town Councilor Talks About Removal of Trees in Town by Cambridge
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Residents have reacted strongly to the news that 25 trees behind Town Hall and along the Community Path will be removed.