Environment
Residents, Town Officials Outraged by Hacking of Trees in Watertown
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Trees along Greenough Boulevard in Watertown got a severe pruning or in some cases were cut down completely, a move that has upset residents and town officials alike.
Possible Purchase of Police Drone and Guidelines for Use Discussed by Council Committee
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The Watertown Police Department is considering purchasing a drone like this one made by Paladin Drones (Photo from Paladin)
An automated drone is one of the new technologies being considered by the Watertown Police Department. On July 9, the City Council’s Public Safety Committee held a hearing to ask questions and hear from the public about the possible use of a drone.
A Pair of World Cup Final Watch Parties in Watertown
Those looking to join other soccer fans in Watertown to catch the World Cup Final have two choices of venues to catch Sunday’s big game.
Wada Hoppah Charles River Ferry Boat Has Hit the Water — See a Video and Photos
The first moments on the water for the Wada Hoppah Charles River ferry boat. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
An idea formed three years ago took to the waters of the Charles River on July 11, 2026 when the Wada Hoppah ferry launched at the Newton Yacht Club.
City Council Moving Out of City Hall for July 14 Meeting
The Parker Annex Building (Courtesy of City of Watertown)
The City Council will not be meeting it the usual place on July 14. The meeting will be held in the Parker Building at 7 p.m. The meeting includes a votes to set next year’s water and sewer rates, on proposed changes to the Noise Ordinance, and a presentation about the City’s Hazard Mitigation Plan.
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Development
LETTER: Developer Makes Case for a Hotel on Elm Street in Watertown
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There will be a Special Meeting of the Watertown Planning Board on Thursday, May 21, 2015, in the Town Council Chamber of Town Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, to hear a proposal to build a new business class five story hotel on the site formerly occupied by Atlantic Battery.
Obituaries
OBIT: Gerardo Magnarelli, 89, Immigrated from Italy, Worked as Bricklayer
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A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Church of Saint Patrick, Watertown on Friday May 22, 2015 at 9 a.m. for Gerardo Magnarelli.
Obituaries
OBIT: Ana Fernandes, 89, Attended St. Patrick’s Church in Watertown
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Ana (Soares) Fernandes of Watertown May 16, 2015, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family at Marist Hill Nursing Home of Waltham.
Obituaries
OBIT: Phyllis Massa, 94, of Watertown, Co-Owned Massa Boutique
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A Funeral Mass for Phyllis L. Massa will be celebrated in the Church of St. Patrick, Watertown on Thursday may 21, 2015 at 11 a.m.
Schools
School District Seeking Community Input on WHS Mascot & Logo
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After hearing from many concerned Watertown residents and WHS alumni, school officials will be seeking input about the high school’s mascot and logo.
Around Town
Watertown’s Memorial Day Observances: the Parade and More!
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Watertown’s veterans groups will hold a variety of events to honor the town’s deceased servicemen and women with events around town this Memorial Day week.
Entertainment
Armenian Writer, Artist to Speak at Opening of New Exhibition
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Writer and artist C.K. Garabed will visit Watertown and speak about the exhibition of his artworks at the Armenian Museum of America.