Obituaries
OBIT: Eileen Brescia, 91, Beloved Grandmother Who Loved Cooking, Baking
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A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Church of St. Patrick, Watertown on Wednesday, Nov, 9, 2016 for Eileen M. (Glennon) Brescia at 9 a.m.
Students & Parents Ask for Armenian Classes to be Expanded; French Most Popular World Language Unavailable at WHS
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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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Sports
WHS Sports: 4 Raiders Teams in State Tournament Action Over the Weekend
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This weekend, Watertown High School had teams playing in the football, field hockey, boys soccer and volleyball state tournaments.
Around Town
Watertown Insurance Agency Looks for Record Collection for Toys for Tots
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If you stop by the offices of H & K Insurance, you’ll see a brightly wrapped and bow covered collection box for Toys for Tots. The box was dropped off Nov. 1, and before it’s picked up again in December, H & K announced it hopes to fill it to overflowing. Another record-breaking toy drive for the insurance agency, all for a good cause.
Schools
New Watertown Early Childhood Center to Celebrate its Grand Opening
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The Goddard School announced it will celebrate the grand opening of its new Watertown location on Saturday, Nov. 12. The public is welcome.
Schools
Hosmer Teachers Bring Together Art, Music for ‘Arts Around the World’ Lesson
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The art and music teachers at the Hosmer Elementary School have created a unique collaboration – one that benefits the 600 students they so thoughtfully serve.
Elections
LETTER: Pro CPA Group Gives Examples of How CPA Used in Other Towns
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Vote YES on 5 for Community Preservation Act (CPA) It Benefits Us ALL.
Community Preservation Act
LETTER: No Vote on CPA is Fiscally Prudent, Shows Empathy for Neighbors
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Last week’s mega millions jackpot was about $6 million. Since I didn’t “hit the jackpot,” does that mean I “lost” $6 million? I don’t think so either.
Elections
LETTER: Sustainable Watertown Supports the Community Preservation Act
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To the Editor,
Sustainable Watertown encourages Watertown to vote for the Community Preservation Act (CPA), Question 5, when you vote Tuesday. Question 5 is on the back of your ballot.