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Watertown Public Schools Nutrition Director Named Top School Nutrition Director in Mass.

By Guest Writer | May 3, 2025

Watertown School Nutrition Director Brandon Rabbitt

The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Public Schools:

Brandon Rabbitt, the Director of School Nutrition for Watertown Public Schools, has been honored as the top school nutrition director in Massachusetts.

Mt. Auburn St. Project: Electrical Conduit Installation Continues Closer to Watertown Square

During the week of May 5 to May 9, 2025 the work being done by Newport Construction on Mt. Auburn Street includes electrical conduit installation for three areas: at Common Street, Irving Street/Palfrey Street, and between Bates Road and Garfield Street. See the information provided by the City of Watertown below.

Lt. Gov. Recognizes Watertown as Part of Inaugural Group of Climate Leader Communities

City Council President Mark Sideris speaks with Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll at the Climate Leader Communities event held in Watertown on May 2. (Courtesy of the DOER)

Watertown’s efforts to promote energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gases were recognized by the State on Friday. The Healey-Driscoll Administration held the celebration of the state’s first 19 certified Climate Leader Communities outside the “crown jewel” of Watertown’s green efforts: the net-zero energy high school now being constructed on Columbia Avenue.

Former WHS Player Readying for Her Sixth Year as a College Field Hockey

Aurise Tattrie will be playing her sixth year of college field hockey at UMass Lowell this fall. (Contributed Photo)

Aurise Tattrie has amassed perhaps the longest college career of any former Watertown field hockey player, as she enters her sixth year playing at UMass Lowell. She will play her final season as a captain of the River Hawks, but the journey has had its ups and downs.

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Entertainment

WEEKEND FUN: Arshile Gorky Movie, Snow White PJ Party, Playoff Hockey, Middle School Musical

By Charlie Breitrose | March 27, 2025

This weekend has something for fans of musicals, Disney, hockey, art, and people who want to get creative. Friday afternoon, Hatch Makerspace is open for people who want to try their hands at vinyl cutting, 3D design and more. Young actors at Watertown Middle School will go on stage three times with a musical version of Mary Poppins. On Saturday night, Watertown’s semipro hockey team will try to clinch the championship. Learn about Armenian artist and former resident Arshile Gorky on Friday night. Saturday morning, kids can dress in their PJs for a special screening of “Snow White.

Government

Council Approves Taking of Sterritt Lumber Site, Possible Uses Described in Document

By Charlie Breitrose | March 26, 2025

The City of Watertown will purchase the former Sterritt Lumber site at 148 Waltham St. The use has not yet been determined.

The City Council approved a “friendly” taking of the former Sterritt Lumber site, with the proposed uses including senior citizen services, education, housing, and operation of utility networks.

Sports

Watertown Wrestler Wins U12 Girls Youth New England Wrestling Championship

By Charlie Breitrose | March 26, 2025

Watertown’s Evelyn Mancilikli holds the Youth New England Wrestling bracket after winning the U12 165 lb. Division. She posing with her coaches Mike Collins (in red) and Joe Recine. (Contributed Photo)

Watertown’s Evelyn Mancilikli took second place at the stats girls U15 wrestling meet, and went on to win the U12 Youth New England Wrestling Championship.

Schools

Watertown Cable Offering Scholarships for Watertown High School Seniors

By Guest Writer | March 26, 2025

The following announcement was provided by Watertown Cable:

The WCA-TV Board of Directors and Executive Director Andrea Santopietro are proud to officially open the application process for the Watertown Cable Access Scholarship for the Class of 2025. Deadline for applications is April 18th, 2025.

Letters

LETTER: City Should Reverse Auto Opt-In for Electricity Choice

By Guest Writer | March 26, 2025

Dear Councilors,

I am writing in disgust of the opt-out Electricity Choice notice I received today (attached). I should be able to expect continuity-in-service and business-as-usual without having to read a notice and take action. Shame on you all for allowing this to happen.

Around Town

Charles River Group Hosting Herring Count Training Session

By Guest Writer | March 26, 2025

The following announcement was provided by the Charles River Watershed Association:

Want to participate in the 2025 herring count? Join this training session to learn about the Charles River herring and how to be a fish monitoring volunteer!

Schools

Watertown Middle School Principal Selected, Will Begin Over Summer

By Guest Writer | March 25, 2025

Jeff Gaglione has been selected as Watertown Middle School’s next principal.

Watertown Middle School will have a new principal. Superintendent Dede Galdston announced the selection of Jeff Gaglione as the new WMS principal. He currently works in Hudson, and will take over in the summer. The school is currently being led by Joel Giacobozzi, who is also the Watertown High School principal. See Galdston’s announcement below.

Entertainment

Mosesian Center Celebrating 20 Years, Tickets & Sponsorships Available

By Guest Writer | March 25, 2025

The Mosesian Center for the Arts will hold a celebration of its 20th anniversary. See details in the announcement from the MCA below.