Entertainment
Small Saves is Iron Man in This Week’s Cartoon
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James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. It’s his life’s passion to stand between the pipes and keep the puck out of the net.
Watertown Eco Fest will Feature Sustainable Vendors, Demonstrations & Activities for All Ages
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The second annual Watertown Eco Fest will feature activities including electric bike test rides, vendors of sustainable products, activities for kids, and more. The event, hosted by the City of Watertown, will also include representatives from City departments and community organizations focused on sustainability.
Robotics Company Builds on Watertown’s History of Manufacturing in Former Mill Building
Tutor Intelligence’s Data Factory 1, which has 100 AI robots performing tasks, is part of the company’s new headquarters at Riverworks in Watertown (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
A building along the Charles River in Watertown where textiles were once made has a new tenant involved in manufacturing. Tutor Intelligence creates AI robots that are used by companies from coast to coast.
School Committee Update: Budget, Fees, Cell Phones in Schools, Special Ed Strategy
By Kendra FoleyChair, Watertown School Committee
The Watertown School Committee has been busy over the last two months tackling budget decisions, discussing policy changes, and reviewing educational data that affects our school community.
Lafayette Celebrated (Again) in Watertown for Contributions to American Revolution
Watertown officials celebrated the new historical marker in honor of General Lafayette. From left, Council Vice President Vincent Piccirilli, Council President Mark Sideris, Marilynne Roach of the Historical Society, City Manager George Proakis, Julien Icher of the Lafayette Trail, Joyce Kelly from the Historical Society, and City Councilor Caroline Bays. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
On a drizzly, cool morning, a small crowd of Watertown history buffs came out to celebrate a Frenchman who played an important role in winning the American Revolution. During the ceremony, Watertown’s newest historical marker was unveiled, honoring the Marquis de Lafayette, who served as a general in the American Army.
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Police Log: Multiple Shoplifters Arrested, Fake Trial Scam Costs $14K and Illegal Dumpings
JIM’S VIEW: Boston Renegades Beep Baseball Team Plays At Fenway Park For The First Time
Fire Hits East End Home, Residents Evacuated by Alert Witnesses
Police/Fire
Blaze at Oakley Country Club Extinguished by Firefighters from Watertown and Belmont
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Firefighters from Watertown and Belmont put out a fire at Oakley Country Club on Friday morning. (Courtesy of Watertown Fire Department)
Watertown and Belmont Firefighters doused a fire at the Oakley Country Club which could have been worse if the building did not have fire sprinklers.
Business
One Restaurant Reopening, Another Shutting Its Doors
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A Watertown eatery has reopened after months of repairs, while another nearby restaurant run by Watertown residents will be closing.
Entertainment
Watertown Church Hosting Christmas Fun for the Whole Family
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Grace Chapel in Watertown will host Jingle Jam on Dec. 21. Find out more below.
Around Town
Many Open Houses in Watertown During the First Weekend of December
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Check out this weekend’s open houses in Watertown.
Around Town
Residential Snow Shoveling Requirement: City Focusing on Education, Not Fines, This Winter
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Snow season has arrived, and this winter Watertown residents will be required to shovel snow and ice from the sidewalks in front of their homes within 24 hours after the end of the storm. In future years failing to do so could result in a warning and fine, but this year the City will focus on educating rather than ticketing.
Around Town
POSTPONED: Community Meeting Planned for Townhouse Development on Franklin & Washburn Streets
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A view of the proposed project at properties on Franklin and Washburn streets looking south from the entry drive.
NOTE: This meeting has been postponed. The date has not been announced.
A Community Meeting about a project proposed on properties for Franklin and Washburn streets will be held on Dec. 11. See the meeting announcement from the developers below.
Entertainment
Watertown Artists Taking Part in Turtle Studios Open Studios
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Watertown artists will be showing their work as part of the Turtle Studios Open Studios. See more information below: