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Watertown Eco Fest will Feature Sustainable Vendors, Demonstrations & Activities for All Ages

By Charlie Breitrose | 5 hours ago

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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Around Town

Watertown Company’s Annual Thanksgiving Meal Donation Has Grown to Help 85 Families

By Charlie Breitrose | November 29, 2024

The Watertown Police Department’s Whooley Foundation delivered 85 Thanksgiving meals to families in town this year. Akian Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning started the program three years ago and this year donated the majority of the meals. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Once again this Thanksgiving, the Watertown Police Department’s Whooley Foundation teamed with a local business to provide dozens of meals to families who would struggle to put on dinner for the holiday.

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More Than 1,200 Runners Take Part in the 19th Annual Donohue’s Turkey Trot, See the Photos

By Charlie Breitrose | November 29, 2024

One of the participants in the 2024 Donohue’s Bar & Grill Turkey Trot came dressed for the occasion. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The 19th Annual Donohue’s Bar & Grill Turkey Trot welcomed more than 1,200 runners and walkers, some with kids in strollers, others with dogs, and a more than a few in turkey gear on Thursday morning.

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Several Open Houses in Watertown Over Thanksgiving Weekend

By Charlie Breitrose | November 29, 2024

Check out the open houses over Thanksgiving weekend.

Sports

Watertown Shuts Out Belmont in a Rainy Thanksgiving Game

By Charlie Breitrose | November 28, 2024

The Raiders hold up the trophy for winning the 2024 Thanksgiving Game against Belmont. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

BELMONT — Being on the other end of a shutout last year, the Watertown High School football team had their sights set on Thanksgiving 2024. They accomplished their mission Thursday morning, beating Belmont 23-0 at Harris Field.

Weather

Watertown Weather: Quieter but Colder Week After Thanksgiving

By Matthew Moll, Contributor | November 27, 2024

Here’s the updated daily weather forecast for Watertown, MA, from Thursday, November 27 to Thursday, December 5 by Meteorologist Matthew Moll of New England Weather Consulting: As we move past Thanksgiving, Watertown is transitioning into a quieter, yet noticeably colder pattern.

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Job Opening: Watertown Housing Authority Executive Director

By Guest Writer | November 27, 2024

MassNAHRO announced it is seeking an executive director for the Watertown Housing Authority. See the announcement below.

Sports

LIVE: Thanksgiving Game – Final -Watertown 23, Belmont 0

By Charlie Breitrose | November 27, 2024

The Watertown Raiders football team will face a very familiar foe on Thanksgiving, but in a place that no member of the current squad has played: Harris Field in Belmont.

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Holiday Mixer & Toy Drive to be Hosted by Rotary Club & Watertown Business Coalition

By Guest Writer | November 27, 2024

The Rotary Club of Watertown and the Watertown Business Coalition invite the community to join them for the third annual Holiday Mixer and Toy Drive on Dec. 2. See more details below.