Boston Marathon Bombing
Patriots Day Filmmakers Wanted to ‘Get it Right’ for Survivors, First Responders
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Getting it right was so important to the team behind the Boston Marathon Bombing movie, “Patriots Day,” that it became their motto.
New Head of Perkins School for the Blind Looks to Build on Legacy, Advocate for the Visually Impaired
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Perkins School for the Blind President and CEO David Barth, right, speaks with a student during the White Cane Walk. (Courtesy of Perkins School for the Blind)
David Barth did not take the most direct route to becoming Perkins School for the Blind’s President and CEO, but he told Watertown News that the work helping some of the most vulnerable children get the education, services, and rights that they deserve is something he has done during his whole career.
Unwanted Surprises Drive Up Cost of Renovation of the City’s Parker Annex Building
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).
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Schools
Watertown Education Foundation Hosting 7th Annual Spelling Bee
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On January 29, The Watertown Education Foundation in conjunction with our three Elementary Schools will host its 7th annual Spelling Bee for all Watertown children in grades one through five, the WEF announced.
Real Estate
A Small Selection of Open Houses This Week in Watertown
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Watertown has a handful of open houses this weekend.
Development
Approval of Arsenal Mall Renovation Delayed, Planning Board Wants More Info on Traffic
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The redesign of the Arsenal Mall will have to wait until next month for approval after the Planning Board told developers they wanted results of the traffic study to be approved by the town’s consultants.
Boston Marathon Bombing
Watertown Police Officer Gets the Hollywood Treatment for ‘Patriots Day’ Movie
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The past several months have been a whirlwind Hollywood experience for Watertown Police Sgt. Jeff Pugliese.
Cold Snap
Tips to Prepare for the Cold Snap Hitting the Area Tonight, Friday Morning
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The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency warns residents to be prepared for the cold snap overnight from Thursday into Friday.
Weather
Windy Weather in Watertown Today, Frigid Temperatures Friday
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Watertown will be hit by windy weather Thursday, followed by bitter cold temperatures on Friday.
Charity
Time Running Out to Vote for Your Favorite Local Charity, Non-Profit
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There’s still about two weeks left to vote for your favorite local non-profit group or charity in the Watertown Savings Bank’s Customer Choice Awards.