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City Council President Mark Sideris. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
After receiving questions about and requests to protect immigrants in Watertown in recent weeks, City Council President Mark Sideris emphasized the steps being taken by the City to provide safety and security, but said he does not favor the City Council passing a resolution or executive order regarding immigrants in Watertown.
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.
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.
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.
The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
The Watertown Pride Committee is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated residents to join our team! This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the planning and execution of the premiere event that celebrates and supports our LGBTQ+ community.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) announced it will host a blood drive and food drive on Dec. 28 at Hibernian Hall.
The City Council and Planning Board got a chance to dig into the details of some key areas of the proposed Watertown Square Zoning, including affordable housing incentives, the zoning on Galen Street, the definition of a family and a household, and Accessory Dwelling Units.
Watertown’s Armenian Cultural Educational Center will unveil a statue dedicated to a well known Armenian Musician, teacher and choirmaster on what would be his 155th birthday. the ACEC provided the following information.
It’s time to sign up for the Watertown Recreation Department’s Winter Programs, which include a variety of sports, and other activities.
By Clyde Younger
Publicly notifying a Watertown’s Manager that I no longer have respect for him is unprecedented on my part. I believe the action requires an explanation since it represents an unusual sentiment; especially, from a former elected officer of Watertown. I know it appeared to some it came from left field; however, this transgression was not the first time on his part.
The following announcement was provided by the Unity Breakfast Committee:
Please join us for a Unity Breakfast on Monday, January 20, 2025 at the Hellenic Cultural Center. We are thrilled to announce that this year, the 25th anniversary of this important community event, will be in-person for the first time since 2020.
Six condos, two single family homes and a two family home were sold this week.