Around Town
LETTER: Fair Share Amendment Committee Members Back School Committee Candidate
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As members of Watertown for the Fair Share Amendment Committee, we very happy to write in support of Rachel Kay for School Committee.
Watertown Rotary Club Welcomes Seniors to Cookout, Brings Back a Tradition
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Older residents filled the ballroom at the Sons of Italy for the Rotary Club’s Senior Citizens Cookout. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
A Watertown tradition was renewed on Sunday when the Rotary Club of Watertown welcomed hundreds of older residents to the Senior Citizens Cookout.
Watertown Tax Relief Takes Step Toward Approval in State House
Wikimedia Commons / ChensiyuanMassachusetts State House.
A request that would provide relief to residential property owners in Watertown moved a step toward approval when the House of Representatives approved the Home Rule Petition recently.
Library’s Watertown Zine Fest to Gather DIY Creators and Publishers for Third Year
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Free Public Library:
On Saturday, October 14, the Watertown Free Public Library (WFPL) will host the third-annual Watertown Zine Fest — a celebration of DIY publishing, creativity, and idea sharing. This year, festival highlights will include over forty zinester-vendors from near and far, a “zine-making hive” where anyone can get creative, and guest lectures that explore the intersection of zines, mental health, and Indigenous perspectives. As always, the event is free to all. Not sure what a zine is? No problem!
New Dental Practice Welcomed to Town With Ribbon Cutting by Watertown Business Coalition
Arsenal Modern Dentistry held a ribbon cutting at its office in Arsenal Yards on Sept. 21. The staff of the dentistry office was joined by the Watertown Business Coalition leadership. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Watertown’s newest dental practice marked its official opening last week with a ribbon cutting outside its office in Arsenal Yards.
More Headlines
Council Approves Human Rights Commission Ordinance After Debating Role of New Board
Council Gives City Officials & Boards Ability to Set Fees, Wants Further Study on Enforcing Fees & Fines
Pair of Candidate Forums to be Hosted by Watertown News, WCA-TV
Business
New Watertown Fitness Studio Hosting Open House with Free Classes & Refreshments
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The following announcement was provided by Fly Together
Come celebrate the grand opening of our second location and flagship studio in Watertown
Schools
Lowell School Renovation to be Unveiled at Ribbon Cutting
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The Watertown Public Schools invites the public to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for the latest school construction project to be completed: Lowell School. There will be an opportunity to look around the renovated and expanded school.
Around Town
Star Market to Give Back to Operation American Soldier in Reusable Bag Program
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The following announcement was provided by Star Market:
Operation American Soldier has been selected as a beneficiary of the Star Market GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag Program for the month of October.
Police/Fire
Perkins School Sheltered in Place After Getting Threatening Phone Call
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Perkins School for the Blind went into lockdown after the school received a threatening phone call on Tuesday morning. The School shifted to shelter in place while the school was searched by Watertown Police, who cleared the school to go back to normal activities at about 2:45 p.m.
Business
Watertown Native Names New Whiskey After His Hometown & Got a Little Help from His Friends
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Drink creator Mikey Bortone named his coconut whiskey after his hometown. (Courtesy of Watertown Whiskey)
Watertown native Mikey Bortone’s eureka moment came when he was enjoying a whiskey, while trying to hydrate at the same time. After perfecting his recipe, and with some help from a couple hometown buddies, Watertown Whiskey has become a reality.
Government
Save the Date: Watertown Square Planning Meetings
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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
Save These Dates for the Watertown Square Area Planning Events.
The City will hold a public launch event for the Watertown Square Area Plan on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. On November 28 through 30, 2023 the City will hold a Design Charrette for the planning effort. Please save these dates so you can participate in this exciting initiative to reimagine Watertown Square!
Around Town
Watertown Church Hosting Family Harvest Fest
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The following information was provided by Grace Church Watertown:
Gather your loved ones and savor the beauty of New England this fall at the annual Grace Chapel, Watertown Harvest Fest!