Schools
Watertown Students Earn Honors at BC High, Thayer
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Students from Watertown made the honor roll at a pair of private schools: BC High and Thayer Academy.
Council President Outlines City’s Protections for Undocumented Immigrants, Does Not Favor an Executive Order
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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.
Watertown Eco Fest will Feature Sustainable Vendors, Demonstrations & Activities for All Ages
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.
Robotics Company Builds on Watertown’s History of Manufacturing in Former Mill Building
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.
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Around Town
Watertown MusicFest: More Than 50 Acts on 3 Stages
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The following announcement was provided by Friends of Watertown Music:
Friends of Watertown Music invites you to attend our 11th Annual MusicFest, on Friday, March 15. Doors open at 5:15 and musical performances run from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m., at the Watertown Middle School.
Around Town
Watertown Library Hosting Legislative Breakfast
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The Watertown Free Public Library announced it will host local elected officials during an upcoming Legislative Breakfast.
Around Town
Shop & Take Free Classes at Watertown’s Studio’s Spring Fling
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Fly Together Watertown announced it will be hosting Spring Fling on Saturday, March 23 at its studio located at 100 Parker St. in Watertown.
Sports
Watertown Girls Battles Tough Newburyport in Basketball Tourney
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Watertown senior Lily Lambo scored 14 for the Raiders against Newburyport in the State Tournament. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
WALTHAM — The State Tournament run for the Watertown girls basketball team ended Tuesday night after running into a team that had already beaten a higher seed in the MIAA Div. 3 Tournament.
Entertainment
Watertown Porchfest is Coming, Performers and Hosts Wanted
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Watertown will hold the first Porchfest on Saturday, May 18, and organizers seek both porches to host performances and bands to perform.
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Watertown Cable Hosting Several Workshops This Spring
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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Cable:
WCA-TV is excited to announce the opening of our new location at 30 Common Street! With two brand new studios, including our first ever Podcast Studio, and other new spaces to learn and create, we can’t wait to welcome back the Watertown Community!
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Watertown Winter Parking Ban Ending Early
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Watertown’s winter overnight parking ban has ended early!