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UPS Customer Service Center in Watertown Has Closed
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The UPS Customer Service Center in Watertown has closed and the company encouraged customers to use other locations, such as the UPS Store in Watertown Square.
Third Watertown Porchfest is Bigger Than Ever With 200+ Performances
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Porchfest returns to Watertown for the third year on May 16. (Photo from Watertown Porchfest)
The third year of Watertown Porchfest is the biggest yet, with in excess of 200 performances at more than 80 locations around the City on Saturday, March 16 from noon to 6 p.m.
Space for Existing Chinese Restaurant & New Retailer Included in Plans for Watertown Mall
A rendering of National Development’s plans to renovate part of the Watertown Mall. The green sign is where Joyful Garden will move, and the red sign is a new retailer.
The new owners of the Watertown Mall showed plans to revamp part of the mall, which include creating a new space for a popular restaurant and creating space for a new retailer.
Watertown Has a New Beer Garden, Restaurant Moving to Bigger Digs, Another Makes Globe
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.
Police Log: Online Loan Scam, Construction Vehicle Missing, Small Fire
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
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Governor Stops by Watertown High School to Give a Teacher Appreciation Week Gift
THE DISH: Ritcey East’s Max Ritcey Talks About Fish Taco, Lending a Helping Hand & More
WHS Seeing More Students from Diverse Backgrounds in Advanced Classes
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Learn About the Redesigns of Bemis, How & Sullivan Parks at Upcoming Open House
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Residents can find out about final designs, new equipment, and amenities proposed for three parks around Watertown: Bemis, How and Sullivan parks.
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Watertown Library Will Amplify Teen Voices with “For Freedoms” Signs
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The Watertown Library will be putting up Freedom Lawn Signs created by local teens, similar to these at the USF Contemporary Art Museum in Florida.
The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
The Watertown Free Public Library Teen Department is helping to ensure that the voices of Watertown teens in grades 6–12 are heard this election season. Inspired by the artist-led organization For Freedoms, library staff will work with local young people to create over 100 yard signs to be installed in the Library’s front lawn in October.
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Watertown Group Screening Film ‘The Night Won’t End: Biden’s War on Gaza’
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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice, and the Environment:
The Peace and Common Security Working Group of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice, and the Environment is proud sponsor the showing of a moving video on the genocide in Gaza.
Government
What’s Next in the Watertown Square Plan? See When the Next Meeting Will Take Place
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The City of Watertown provided the following announcement:
The next steps of the Watertown Square Area Plan implementation will be to discuss and approve zoning amendments. A zoning amendment is a proposed change to the zoning requirements and map, without having to completely rewrite the zoning code. To approve new zoning, the City will hold a Joint Public Hearing with the City Council and Planning Board to discuss the proposed zoning, hear public comment, and approve new zoning amendments.
Business
Fast-Casual Middle Eastern Restaurant Opening at Arsenal Yards
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NAYA will be serving Middle Eastern dishes at Arsenal Yards. (Contributed Photo)
The following announcement was provided by NAYA:
NAYA, the celebrated Middle Eastern fast-casual restaurant known for its vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, will be joining the Arsenal Yards neighborhood this winter in Watertown, MA. This exciting addition to the Arsenal Yards community marks a significant expansion for NAYA, bringing its authentic, health-conscious Middle Eastern dishes to New England for the first time!
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Watertown Students Will Demonstrate Robot at Science Festival
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Some small children take a look at the Watertown High School Robotics Team robot at the 2023 Faire on the Square. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
See what the Watertown High School robotics team can do when the students take part in the Science Carnival at the Cambridge Science Festival.
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See Photos from a Damp and Fun-Filled 2024 Faire on the Square
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Umbrellas and rain slickers were the fashion choices for the 2024 Faire on the Square. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The 2024 edition of Watertown’s Faire on the Square was a wet one, but those who braved the elements enjoyed plenty of activities, food, music, and booths featuring local businesses and organizations.