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Students & Parents Ask for Armenian Classes to be Expanded; French Most Popular World Language Unavailable at WHS

By Charlie Breitrose | 9 hours ago

The sign for the temporary Watertown High School at PFC Richard Moxley Field. (Courtesy by City of Watertown)

Watertown High School students, alumni, and parents of students who took part in the Armenian language program urged School officials to bolster the program for fear of losing the classes that are more than just about learning a language.

New Head of Perkins School for the Blind Looks to Build on Legacy, Advocate for the Visually Impaired

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.

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MassBay College Hosting Tech Internship Speed Interviewing Event

By Guest Writer | November 29, 2016

Massachusetts Bay Community College’s STEM Division will hold its bi-annual Technology Internship Program (TIP) Speed Interviewing Event on Thursday, December 1, 2016 8:45-11 a.m., MassBay officials announced.

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Apartment Complex on Watertown’s Westside Has Amenities Open to Public

By Charlie Breitrose | November 29, 2016

Tucked away off the road on the far west side of Watertown is a residential complex that offers many amenities found in modern apartment complexes, including some of which that the general public can take advantage.

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Two Pedestrian Hit by Vehicle on Watertown Street, Traffic Being Rerouted

By Charlie Breitrose | November 28, 2016

Two people went to hospital after being struck by a vehicle on Watertown Street, near Hibernian Hall. 

Cross Country

WHS Sports: Football Team ‘One of the Greatest’; Runners Compete in Big Meet

By Charlie Breitrose | November 28, 2016

Basking in the glow of another Thanksgiving Day win over Belmont, Watertown High School football coach John Cacace heaped praise on his team. 

Belmont

Lowell School Students Send a Message of Peace Before Thanksgiving

By Charlie Breitrose | November 28, 2016

Lowell School took one of their core values and ran with it, creating a bit of a Facebook sensation.

Business

Pop-Up Shop Coming to Arsenal Project Featuring Over 50 Artists

By Guest Writer | November 28, 2016

Join The Arsenal Project for the holiday handmade extravaganza featuring a selection of 50+ talented local artists including a handful of Etsy artists from the Greater Boston area, the mall announced.

Charity

Giving Tuesday: Some Watertown-Based Groups to Consider Supporting

By Charlie Breitrose | November 28, 2016

Looking for a place in Watertown to donate on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 29, here are some ideas.

Around Town

Remember, Watertown’s Winter Parking Ban has Started

By Charlie Breitrose | November 28, 2016

Watertown’s Winter Parking Ban starts today, so make sure to get your cars off the street. 

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