Around Town
15 Open Houses Around Watertown This Weekend
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Check out this week’s Watertown open houses.
New Watertown High School Nearly Done, Remains on Budget
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The new Watertown High School is approaching completion, with teachers expected to move in after school ends in June. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Wednesday afternoon, School Committee members, City Councilors and others got to see the new classrooms, theater, gym, and media center that will be enjoyed by Watertown High School students starting in September.
Boston Gold Kings Look to Defend Ryan Arena Ice in First Playoff Game vs. Salem
The Boston Gold Kings will host the Salem Sasquatch in Game 1 of the PPSHL playoffs on March 21 at Ryan Arena. (Courtesy of the Boston Gold Kings)
The Boston Gold Kings bring their own form of March Madness to Watertown on Saturday night as the defending champs play Game 1 of the PPSHL playoffs.
Memory of Fallen Watertown Firefighter Not Forgotten Nine Years After His Death
Watertown Firefighters salute during the ceremony honoring Joe Toscano, the firefighter who died nine years ago while working a fire. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Nine years after losing one of its own, the Watertown Fire Department paid honored to Firefighter Joe Toscano just down the street from where he lost his life. The annual event held at the time of his passing brings together members of the WFD, Toscano’s family, and others who remember the tragic day.
Charles River Chamber Panel Looked at How Watertown Became a Life Science Hub
A panel of speakers discussed the life science industry in Watertown at an event hosted by the Charles River Regional Chamber. From left, City Manager George Proakis, Boylston Properties President Mark Deschenes, CEO of Labshares Phillip Borden, and C4 Chief People Officer Kelly Schick. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Eleven years ago, 25 life science companies had facilities in Watertown. Today, more than four times that many companies are located in the City, making it one of Massachusetts’ life science hubs.
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WHS Medical Assistant Students Practiced What They Learned in Class in the Real World
Actors’ Shakespeare Project’s 2026-27 Season Features 2 Shows in Watertown
Police Log: 2 Arrests for Trying to Cash Fraudulent Checks, Man Busted for Exposing Himself
Around Town
Gore Place Hosting Used Book Sale This Weekend
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Annual Gently Used Book Sale – Saturday and Sunday, March 25 and 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Around Town
City’s Rodent Control Program Using Smart Traps to Eliminate & Track Pests
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With the problem of rodents growing around Watertown, and more expected as a result of a pair of major road projects, the Department of Public Works will deploy more robust rodent control methods.
Around Town
Two Watertown Residents Running Marathon on Dana-Farber Team
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The following announcement was provided by Dana-Farber:
On April 17, the following Watertown residents are running to defy cancer as a member of the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge team in the 127th Boston Marathon®:
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Create Your Own Video Announcement at WCA-TV’s Community Production Day
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The following information was provided by Watertown Cable:
WCA-TV is hosting another Community Production Day on Friday, April 14th from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. for all non-profit organizations in Watertown!
Government
Internships Available in State Sen. Will Brownsberger’s Office
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State Sen. Will Brownsberger
The following information was provided by State Sen. Will Brownsberger’s office:
The Office of Senator Will Brownsberger is accepting applications for part-time, unpaid, internships for the summer of 2023. There are two types of opportunities available – general office internships and legislative internships.
Around Town
A Look Inside the Watertown Home Selling for $2.6 Million
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Real Estate AdvisorsThe home on Robbins Road selling for $2.6 million.
Perched near the top of the hill above Watertown High School sits a newly constructed home with a modern look, bright spacious rooms, and views far beyond the City limits. The asking price for the 4,718 sq. ft. single family home: $2.6 million.
Entertainment
Moonbox Productions Presents The House of Roman Iglesia at the Mosesian Center for the Arts
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The following announcement was provided by Moonbox Productions:
Moonbox Productions is thrilled to present The House of Ramon Iglesia by Jose Rivera at the Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown, MA. Directed by Arthur Gomez, The House of Ramon Iglesia opens on April 14th and runs through April 30th. Tickets are $55 general admission/$45 seniors and $20 student rush ½ hour prior to performance and are available at https://bit.ly/HouseofRamon. Pay-What-You-Can tickets are available at the door (Box Office fees may apply).