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Mighty Squirrel Brewing opened its new biergarten at Gore Place. (Photo from Mighty Squirrel)
There’s plenty going on in Watertown’s food and drink scene, with a new beer garden, a restaurant headed to a bigger space, and a newish restaurant getting the attention of regional media.
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Gov. Maura Healey, right, presented Watertown High School teacher Liz Mundy with flowers and a proclamation on May 7. (Screenshot from the Watertown Public Schools’ Instagram)
Watertown High School teacher Liz Mundy received some special gifts on Thursday as part of Teacher Appreciation Week: flowers and a proclamation delivered personally by Gov. Maura Healey.
Ritcey East owner Max Ritcey presents a fan favorite: fish tacos. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The Dish is a new collaboration between Watertown News and the Little Local Conversations podcast which takes a deep dive into a favorite dish from a local restaurant and beyond.
Watertown’s Ritcey East has become a favorite place for people looking for comfort food, a cocktail, and enjoy it in a laid back, fun atmosphere. One of the most popular menu items, the fish tacos, also harkens back to owner Max Ritcey’s culinary roots, and has strong family ties.
The City of Watertown provided the following information:
Starting this winter, the City of Watertown will begin Phase 2 of implementing the residential snow and ice removal ordinance by beginning to issue warnings to properties not compliant.
Jason Mavor brought his chiropractic practice back to Watertown, opening in a space on Mt. Auburn Street.
When you ask Dr. Jason Mavor why he’s so passionate about being a chiropractor, his answer is simple. “Helping someone help themselves is the best feeling in the world.” His path to becoming a Chiropractor, however, was a little more unconventional. It all started with an injury of his own.
The winter light show known as SOLSTICE returns to Mount Auburn Cemetery in December. See more details about this year’s event provided by the the Cemetery, below.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians in Watertown will host at Turkey Shoot on Friday. It is open to all. See more information from the AOH, below.
The zoning map recommended by the Planning Board on October 30, 2024.
After nearly a year of planning, meetings and discussion, the Watertown Square Area Plan zoning changes have been adopted by the City Council. The updated zoning will meet the State’s housing requirements, even after trimming back some of the recommendations from the Planning Board, and the Council increased the green building requirements for new projects.
A Shot for Life Founder & CEO Mike Slonina, left, and Dr. Will Curry, Chief Medical Officer of Massachusetts General Hospital post with Boston Celtics Mascot, Lucky the Leprechaun. (Photo by Betsy Cullen/A Shot For Life)
On Saturday, a fundraiser run by a Watertown native raised more than $275,000 to support research into the development of cancer treatments.
Photo by Charlie BreitroseWatertown City Hall
The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
Edible Watertown, a vibrant public art initiative by the Public Arts & Culture Committee that explores the city’s local ecology, is thrilled to announce the lead artists and scientists selected for its “Expert Pairings” project. This exciting collaboration pairs talented artists with knowledgeable scientists to create temporary, educational public artworks focused on edible plants, local resilience, and environmental awareness.
Julianna Tosta, manager of the Dunkin’ Donuts on Main Street, was profiled on WBZ Channel 4. (Screenshot from WBZ)
The energetic manager of a Dunkin’ Donuts in Watertown was featured on WBZ Channel 4’s Change Maker segment recently.