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

By Charlie Breitrose | 14 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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Sports

Watertown Holds Strong Defensively & Capitalizes on Opportunities to Win 22nd Field Hockey State Championship

By Charlie Breitrose | November 16, 2024

The Watertown High School Field Hockey team celebrates winning the 2024 MIAA Div. 3 State Championship. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

WORCESTER — Most games, Watertown High School’s field hockey team spends a majority of the time attacking the opponents goal, but in Saturday’s MIAA Div. 3 State Final the tables were turned. Despite facing an onslaught from Sandwich’s attack on Saturday, the Raiders emerged as the 2-0 winner and claimed the program’s 22nd State Title.

Entertainment

See What Small Saves is Up to in This Week’s Cartoon

By Guest Writer | November 16, 2024

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.

Sports

Field Hockey State Final: Watertown wins 2-0 over Sandwich

By Charlie Breitrose | November 15, 2024

The Watertown field hockey team and senior co-captain Rachel Egan seek their fourth straight state championship against Sandwich on Saturday. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Two familiar foes will meet in the 2024 MIAA Div. 3 Field Hockey State Final. Watertown seeks its fourth straight title, and each of the previous three crowns came at the expense of their opponent Sandwich Saturday at Worcester State.

Around Town

LETTER: First Path Day Care Center Moved Into New Location on Boyd Street

By Guest Writer | November 15, 2024

First Path Day Care Center relocated to its new home at renovated historical University Prints Building on Boyd Street in Watertown that is 0.5 mile away from its old location.

Government

Watertown Residents Wanted to Serve on Several Committees and Boards

By Guest Writer | November 15, 2024

Residents have the opportunity to apply to serve on multiple City of Watertown committees and boards, including the Residents Advisory Committee, the Licensing Board, the Historic District Commission, the Watertown Environment and Energy Efficiency Committee, the Watertown Cultural Council, and the Conservation Commission.

Transportation

MBTA Announces Multi-Day Red Line Suspension Beginning This Weekend

By Guest Writer | November 15, 2024

The MBTA provided the following announcement:

The MBTA is reminding riders of the upcoming multi-day Red Line service suspension as part of the Track Improvement Program.

Around Town

Charles River Food Co-op Announces Second Annual Meeting

By Guest Writer | November 15, 2024

The group seeking to bring a food co-operative to the Watertown area will host its second annual meeting on Nov. 21. Members and potential members may attend. See details below.

Around Town

Dozens and Dozens of Open Houses Around Watertown

By Charlie Breitrose | November 15, 2024

Plenty of open houses to visit in Watertown this weekend.