Entertainment
See How Small Saves Celebrates Success in This Week’s Comic
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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.
Robotics Company Builds on Watertown’s History of Manufacturing in Former Mill Building
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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.
School Committee Update: Budget, Fees, Cell Phones in Schools, Special Ed Strategy
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.
Lafayette Celebrated (Again) in Watertown for Contributions to American Revolution
Watertown officials celebrated the new historical marker in honor of General Lafayette. From left, Council Vice President Vincent Piccirilli, Council President Mark Sideris, Marilynne Roach of the Historical Society, City Manager George Proakis, Julien Icher of the Lafayette Trail, Joyce Kelly from the Historical Society, and City Councilor Caroline Bays. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
On a drizzly, cool morning, a small crowd of Watertown history buffs came out to celebrate a Frenchman who played an important role in winning the American Revolution. During the ceremony, Watertown’s newest historical marker was unveiled, honoring the Marquis de Lafayette, who served as a general in the American Army.
Police Log: Multiple Shoplifters Arrested, Fake Trial Scam Costs $14K and Illegal Dumpings
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
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JIM’S VIEW: Boston Renegades Beep Baseball Team Plays At Fenway Park For The First Time
Fire Hits East End Home, Residents Evacuated by Alert Witnesses
BOSTON MARATHON: See How the 39 Watertown Runners Fares in the 2026 Edition
Around Town
Check Out This Weekend’s Watertown Open Houses
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See the four properties holding open houses over the Memorial Day weekend.
Government
Date and Venue for Next Watertown Square Area Plan Meeting Announced
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The City of Watertown provided the following announcement:
The Watertown Square Area Plan will be discussed at the Joint Hearing on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Watertown Middle School Auditorium at 68 Waverley Avenue in Watertown. Please note the updated date and location.
Entertainment
Weekend Fun: Poppy Social, Art Galleries, Armenian Cuisine
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Kenji Nakayam and Damion Silver in Alter State at Drive-By Projects Art Gallery
Watertown is going to be a quiet, quite warm place on Memorial Day weekend as people are headed to greener/hillier/sandier pastures. Of course, it is a time to remember those who have given their lives, so you can pop into the Poppy Social at the Commander’s mansion on Friday in their remembrance. If looking for some air conditioning, pay a visit to see some of the art in town.
Police/Fire
Police Log: Man Arrested for Unarmed Robbery, Multiple Checks Stolen Out of Mail
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Around Town
Entertainment Lineup Announced for Watertown Pride 2024
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The City of Watertown provided the following announcement:
Announcing the Watertown Pride 2024 festival entertainment at Saltonstall Park on Sunday, June 2, 2024 from 12-5 p.m.:
Government
Memorial Day Weekend Hours for the City of Watertown
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The City of Watertown announced the hours for the Memorial Day weekend.
Around Town
Descendants of Soldier Killed in Italy During World War II Gather for Dedication of Hero Square
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A hero square in memory of Pvt. Vincent Ranucci, who was killed in World War II, was dedicated down the street from the home on Nichols Avenue where he grew up. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Dozens of descendants of a decorated World War II veteran gathered Monday on the East Watertown street where his childhood home is located to remember him and dedicate a hero square in his name.