Entertainment
Small Saves Faces the Music in This Week’s Cartoon
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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.
Setback in Effort to Bring Post Office Back to Watertown Square
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After signs of progress toward a Post Office branch returning to Watertown Square, City of Watertown officials recently received some bad news.
Watertown Police Could Get Drone; Department is Nearly Fully Staffed; Officer’s Will Get AI App
A drone will likely be the latest high-tech addition to the Watertown Police Department, but the City Council had questions about where data collected will be stored and who will have access.
Third Watertown Porchfest is Bigger Than Ever With 200+ Performances
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, May 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.
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Watertown Has a New Beer Garden, Restaurant Moving to Bigger Digs, Another Makes Globe
Police Log: Online Loan Scam, Construction Vehicle Missing, Small Fire
Governor Stops by Watertown High School to Give a Teacher Appreciation Week Gift
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DCR Hosting Public Meeting About Future of Watertown Dam
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Charlie BreitroseThe Watertown Dam near Watertown Square slows the flow of the Charles River. A group is advocating removing the dam.
The Mass. Department of Conservation and Recreation, DCR, will share its plans for studying the options for the future of Watertown Dam.
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City Seeks Artists to Create Mural about Armenian Artist from Watertown
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The City of Watertown provided the following announcement:
The Watertown Public Arts & Culture Committee seeks mural artists to submit qualifications to develop a proposal and install a mural along the Watertown Cambridge Greenway under Grove Street.
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Watertown Company Hosting Public Pop-Up Market with Food Trucks, Artisans & Activities
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A pop-up market will be hosted by Addgene at the Linx Building in Watertown. (Courtesy of Boylston Properties)
The public is invited to attend a pop-up market with artisans, food, and family activities.
Police/Fire
Police Get Public’s Help ID’ing Driver Who Damaged Watertown Restaurant
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The red pickup that struck Jana Grill on Galen Street. The photo was released by Watertown Police.
Watertown Police have received help identifying the vehicle who slammed into the side of Jana Grill on Galen Street. The restaurant has closed temporarily due to the damage from the incident.
Business
Chamber’s July Events Includes Coffee Connect in Watertown
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The Charles River Regional Chamber has plenty going on in July, including hosting a networking event at Watertown’s Arsenal Yards. See more information provided by the Chamber.
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Watertown Senior Center has Free Medical Equipment Available
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Free walkers and canes are among the free items available at the Watertown Senior Center.
The Watertown Senior Center announced that it has some canes, walkers and other medical devices available for free. See the announcement below.
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Watertown Community Foundation Awards $110K in Grants to 19 Non-Profits
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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation:
In the largest grant cycle of the year, the Watertown Community Foundation has provided financial support to non-profits and programs across the city, so all Watertown’s residents continue to thrive in a vibrant, welcoming community. The Foundation awarded a total of $110,000 to 19 non-profit organizations and the City of Watertown.