Police/Fire
Police Log: Man Arrested for OUI & Carrying a Loaded Weapon, Check Intercepted in Mail & Forged for Nearly $20K
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
New Head of Perkins School for the Blind Looks to Build on Legacy, Advocate for the Visually Impaired
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Perkins School for the Blind President and CEO David Barth, right, speaks with a student during the White Cane Walk. (Courtesy of Perkins School for the Blind)
David Barth did not take the most direct route to becoming Perkins School for the Blind’s President and CEO, but he told Watertown News that the work helping some of the most vulnerable children get the education, services, and rights that they deserve is something he has done during his whole career.
Unwanted Surprises Drive Up Cost of Renovation of the City’s Parker Annex Building
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).
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Business
Watertown Biotech Company Being Investigated for Breach of Fiduciary Duties
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The following piece came from Shareholders Foundation:
An investigation was announced over possible breaches of fiduciary duties by certain directors at SQZ Biotechnologies Company.
Around Town
See How Presidents’ Day Will Impact Trash, Other City Services
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The Presidents’ Day holiday will impact the trash and recycling pickup this week, and multiple city facilities will be closed.
Around Town
A Trio of Homes Sold This Week in Watertown
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A townhouse, a single family, and a condo Sold this week.
Sports
WHS Sports: Heartbreaking End for Girls Track, Girls Hoops Looking for Home Tourney Game
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Charlie BreitroseSophomore Elsa Ryan raced in the 600 meters and was part of the 4 x 800 relay.
BOSTON — Celebration turned to consternation for Watertown High School’s girls track team on Thursday night. The 4 x 800 relay team crossed the line in second place at the MIAA Div. 5 Indoor Track Championships, but minutes later the Raiders were informed they had been disqualified.
Around Town
Our History: A Look Back at the Charles River Through the Years
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Chuck DickinsonThe Charles River in Watertown.
This article is part of a series on local history provided by the Historical Society of Watertown. It was written by Paul Brennan, former President and former Vice President of the Historical Society. It was published in our October 1998 newsletter, “The Town Crier.”
THE CHARLES RIVER, LONG AGO
The Native American name for the Charles River was Quineboquin. That name described the river’s flow and means “circular” in the native language of the Algonquin Tribe which occupied the area for more than 6,000 years.
Entertainment
See What Small Saves is Up to 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.
Around Town
Comprehensive Plan Update Includes Focus on Improving Watertown Square
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Watertown Square
When Watertown Business Coalition Co-President Bob Airasian mentioned that a city square or town center usually being “a place where people like to go,” it was greeted with a chuckle by many at a gathering this week.