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Unwanted Surprises Drive Up Cost of Renovation of the City’s Parker Annex Building

By Charlie Breitrose | 12 hours ago

The Parker Annex Building (Courtesy of City of Watertown)

City officials have learned what it’s like to renovate a 100+ year old building, and the unwanted surprises that come with it. On Tuesday night, the City Council approved a $373,000 budget transfer to cover the cost of unexpected additional repairs, as well as to insulate the Parker Annex.

Students, Families Formed “Bike Bus” to Get to Hosmer School This Spring

A group of Hosmer Elementary School students met at Casey Park on Fridays this Spring to form a Bike Bus and ride to school. (Contributed Photo)

During the spring, a group of students and their families rode their bicycles from the Southside to Hosmer Elementary School, forming what became known as the Bike Bus.

New Watertown High School Nearing Completion — See Photos

The large W adorns the wall of the glass stairwell near the intersection of Common and Spring streets. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

On a tour of the nearly completed new Watertown High School, a group saw classrooms that look ready to host classes, along with some of the gems of the new building: the gymnasium, the auditorium, and a two-story media center (a.k.a. the library).

Watertown’s Independence Day Celebration Includes, Concert & Light Show

Celebrate America’s independence on July 1 when the City of Watertown with music and a light show in Saltonstall Park. See more details in the announcement from the City, below.

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Around Town

Watertown Fitness Studio Moving, Hosting Free ’80s Workout Party to Celebrate

By Guest Writer | March 22, 2023

The following announcement was provided by Get Lively:

Long-time local health and fitness studio, Get Lively®, whose motto is, “We are on a mission to help you smile MORE” is moving to 25 Clarendon St., Watertown on April 1st where it will continue to fulfill its mission by offering its daily group fitness and personal training options, while also creating a place for the community to gather and celebrate life events and milestones.

Police/Fire

Police Log: Man Faces OUI Charge After Striking 2 Cars, Scuffle at Dog Park & a Dumpster Fire

By Charlie Breitrose | March 21, 2023

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

Government

City’s 5-Year Capital Plan Includes Park Projects, School Improvements, and Demolishing the Old Police Station

By Charlie Breitrose | March 21, 2023

The five-year Capital Improvement Plan includes 43 items, including 19 new items for Fiscal Year 2024. Projects in the pan include the new Watertown High School, the Victory Field track and courts area, the second part of the Arsenal Park renovation, and the demolition of the old Police Station.

Around Town

Attendees of Tree Seminar Learned How Choose the Right Species for Their Homes

By Guest Writer | March 21, 2023

“Right Tree for Me” panel member Ben Anderson speaks while Anthony Fox, LIbby Shaw and Greg Mosman look on at the event hosted by Trees for Watertown.

By Jim Briand of Trees for Watertown.

On March 11th, Watertown residents gathered at the Watertown Free Public Library and on Zoom to hear from tree care experts at “The Right Tree for Me”, a free seminar sponsored by Trees for Watertown. The event featured four expert presenters speaking on different aspects of tree selection and care, followed by a lively panel discussion as the speakers proposed tree solutions for real world Watertown conditions.

Around Town

Watch Party & Fundraiser for Armenia’s Euro 2024 Qualifier at Donohue’s

By Charlie Breitrose | March 21, 2023

Supporters of the Armenian soccer team can join other fans at a watch party for the Euro 2024 qualifier against Turkey at Watertown’s Donohue’s Bar & Grill. The event is hosted by Armenian Sports News and proceeds benefit the Armenian Para-Athletic Federation.

Around Town

Court Renovation & Multi-Sport Rink at Moxley Field Approved

By Charlie Breitrose | March 20, 2023

CDM SmithA drawing of the approved project to resurface the basketball and tennis courts at Moxley Field and add a multi-sport rink with boards.

The area of Moxley Field which now has two tennis courts and a basketball court will be renovated, and one of the tennis courts will be replaced by a multi-sport rink.

Around Town

Watertown Church Hosting Free Easter Egg Hunt

By Guest Writer | March 20, 2023

The following announcement was provided by Grace Chapel, Watertown:

Imagine an Easter egg hunt for children of all ages … with over 10,000 eggs!

Entertainment

Watertown Ballet School Wins Awards at Prestigious Competition

By Guest Writer | March 20, 2023

Koltun Ballet Boston dancers won awards at the recent Youth America Grand Prix in Worcester. (Photo courtesy of KBB)

The following announcement was provided by Koltun Ballet Boston:

More than two dozen young Massachusetts dancers, most from the Greater Boston area, comprise a team from Koltun Ballet Boston (KBB) that won several Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) awards and accolades last month including the Outstanding School Award.