Police/Fire
Police Log: Man Arrested for Shoplifting, Resident Victim of PPP Loan Scam
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Watertown Calls Snow Emergency, See What’s Closed
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On-street parking will be prohibited during the Snow Emergency for the storm that could drop more 18 inches of snow on Watertown. Several City facilities will be closed Monday, and trash and recycling will be impacted by the storm.
2 Watertown Wrestlers Qualify for All-State Meet After Solid Div. 3 State Meet
Watertown seniors Jimmy Shrestha, left, and Fahad Khan both finished fourth in their divisions at the MIAA Div. 3 State Wrestling Championships. (Courtesy of Watertown Athletics)
Watertown’s Jimmy Shrestha and Fahad Khan will compete with the top wrestlers from across Massachusetts after both placed fourth at the MIAA Div. 3 State Meet in Gloucester on Saturday.
City Starting Detailed Designs for Watertown Square Intersection, Revitalization of Commercial Area
The future of Watertown Square will be designed in 2026 with plans for major changes to the intersection as well as the commercial district in and around the Square. (Photo by City of Watertown)
More than a year after the zoning for Watertown Square was approved, City officials are preparing to begin the creation of two detailed plans to revitalize the Watertown Square commercial area, and to redesign the intersection. The project includes changes gto the roadway and intersection, as well as building on the parking lots in the Square.
In 2nd Year, Civics Academy Will Teach Residents Even More About How Watertown’s Government Works
Watertown’s first Civics Academy drew such good reviews that in its second year it will be even longer so that participants can learn even more about how local government works and city departments function.
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City Manager Clarifies Watertown’s Role in Immigration Enforcement
Watertown Wrestler Repeats as Section Champ, Several Prepping for State Meet
Around Town
MassDOT to Begin Changes to Area Around Mass Pike Exit at Newton Corner
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MassDOT’s study area at Newton Corner.
The following announcement came from a newsletter sent out by Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller:
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will begin work in a few weeks on some immediate changes to the complicated convergence in Newton Corner where there are exit and entrance ramps to the Mass Pike that intersect with major streets (Washington Street, Centre Street, Galen Street, Charlesbank Road, Park Street and more).
Entertainment
Weekend Fun: Historic Tour, Dance, Biden Musical, PJs and a Movie, Italian Heritage Dance
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“Say it Ain’t So Joe” the musical is at the Mosesian Center for the Arts on Saturday.
What a great weekend line-up of fun activities we have in town this week! Saturday morning there’s a wellness workshop at the library. Dance is in the title, which always is a draw for me. The musical, “Say It Ain’t So, Joe,” at the Mosesian, could be your Saturday night entertainment. It’s a political satire about Biden and Palin. Maybe it will make us forget the current election. Don’t get dressed Sunday morning, but instead head to the Majestic 7 (maybe in a bathrobe too?) for a PJ party and film, “The Wild Robot.” After the movie, I suppose you should get dressed then, and head out to get some requisite steps in with a walking tour of Charles Brigham buildings in town. What a talented architect we raised in our town, back in the 1800s! Sunday evening, you can dance again at the Sons of Italy Dinner Dance. I wonder, is DJ Sandro Russo related to the history tour guide, David Russo? It reminds me how we all miss ye old Russo’s market.
Around Town
LETTER: A Plan to Spur Affordable Housing in Watertown Square
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Throughout the Watertown Square planning process, one concern was raised above all others: the urgent need for more affordable housing.
Around Town
Mt. Auburn St. Project: Drainage Installation Work Starting This Week
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Drainage installation begins this week as part of the reconstruction of Mt. Auburn Street. (Courtesy of City of Watertown)
The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
Newport Construction has begun preparing for drainage installation on Mount Auburn Street, with work set to begin on October 2, 2024. The project will start at the Cambridge line near 805 and 821 Mount Auburn St. and progress towards the intersection of Mount Auburn Street and Arlington Street.
Schools
St. Stephen’s Armenian School Hosting 40th Anniversary Gala
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The following information came from St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School:
St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School (SSAES) will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a gala on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Entertainment
City Will Host the Merry Mingle at the Commander’s Mansion
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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
The Merry Mingle is being held on Sunday, December 1, 2024 from 4-8 p.m. at the Commander’s Mansion (440 Talcott Avenue). Formerly the Whoville Jubilee, this event will feature many of the same beloved traditions while also being expanded to celebrate the diversity of our community!
Around Town
Changes at the Watertown Farmers Market: New Hours New Layout
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Vendors set up under the trees in the lower section of Saltonstall Park for the 2024 Watertown Farmers Market. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The Watertown Farmers Market announced a new closing time and a new layout for the month of October 2024.