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City Has $4M Left from Elementary School Projects, Which Will Go to High School & Middle School Projects

By Charlie Breitrose | 14 hours ago

Cunniff Elementary School is one of three elementary schools in Watertown to be rebuilt or renovated. The projects closed out with a combined surplus of $4 million. The new school opened in 2021. (Photo by Watertown Public Schools)

Watertown’s elementary school building projects finished with a surplus of more than $4 million, which will allow the high school construction project to stay on budget, and fund designs for a potential new middle school.

Members of Congress Get a Look Inside Watertown’s School Lunch Program, School Farming Class

Congresswoman Katherine Clark and Congressman Jim McGovern have lunch with Hosmer School second-graders Maya and Daphne. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

A pair of enthusiastic Hosmer Elementary School ambassadors showed two members of Congress around their school Wednesday, ending with a meal cooked up by the school cafeteria staff that featured produce grown in Watertown High School’s hydroponic farm.

JIM’S VIEW: Gold Kings, Sasquatch Split First Two Playoff Games, Deciding Game 3 Will be Played in Watertown

The Boston Gold Kings will face the Salem Sasquatch in a winner-take-all Game 3 of of the PPSHL semifinal series on March 28. (Courtesy of the Boston Gold Kings)

It’s playoff-time in the Power Play Senior Hockey League (PPSHL), and while the league is still young, it’s never too soon for rivalries to form. Last season the number one seed at regular season’s end was the Salem Sasquatch. And when the semi-final results were in, and Salem and the Boston Gold Kings had earned a trip to the Finals, Salem was the favorite. But the Gold Kings won Game 1 on the road and blitzed the Sasquatch in Game 2 on home ice to win the title.

Contractors Coordinating with East End Businesses Ahead of Sidewalk Replacements

Kristopher Surette of Tighe & Bond shows the plans for the Mt. Auburn Street Project to members of the Coolidge Square business community. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Businesses in Coolidge Square will face some disruptions from the construction taking place over the spring, summer, and fall of 2026. Sidewalks will be ripped up and replaced as part of the Mt. Auburn Street Project.

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Government

Project Approved for Russo’s Site, Developer Makes Adjustments

By Charlie Breitrose | October 25, 2022

JacobsA view from Pleasant Street of the building approved for the former Russo’s site. The penthouse seen at the top was reduced by 3 feet in the front from the September proposal.

The developer of the project going on the former Russo’s site adjusted plans after the first Planning Board hearing in September and received approval in October. The development includes a life science building constructed for an established pharmaceutical company, as well as a retail space that will be filled by a “world class” eatery.

Arsenal Yards

See the Performers, Judges for Watertown’s Got Talent

By Guest Writer | October 25, 2022

The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation:

It’s time to see who is crowned Watertown’s Top Talent!

Around Town

Board Presidents Remembered as Part of Watertown Boys & Girls Club 50th Anniversary

By Guest Writer | October 25, 2022

The following information was provided by the Watertown Boys & Girls Club:

As the Watertown Boys & Girls Club (WBGC) approaches its 50th anniversary Gala celebration on October 28, 2022, the list of those who have contributed to the Club’s success is long. As part of the celebration, the last two executive directors Renee Gaudette and Allen Gallagher, who shepherded the Club for more than 30 years consecutively, recollected some of those who helped make the Club such a welcome resource for the children and teens of Watertown.

Government

City Manager Hosting Meet & Greet for West Side Residents

By Guest Writer | October 25, 2022

The following information was provided by Councilor Emily Izzo:

City Manager George Proakis will be having a Meet & Greet for residents of District D. This will be taking place on Thursday, Nov. 3 from 6-8 p.m. in the Watertown Police Station Community Room.

Around Town

Winter Clothing Drive & Store to be Hosted by Watertown Mutual Aid

By Guest Writer | October 25, 2022

The following information was provided by Watertown Mutual Aid:

The next Watertown Mutual Aid Network’s Winter Donation Drive & Free Store is on Sunday, Nov. 6 at Ballroom in Boston at 100 Parker St. in Watertown, MA.

Around Town

LETTER: Watertown Biosafety Committee Consultant Addresses Questions

By Guest Writer | October 24, 2022

Dear Linda,

Thank you for your letter and questions regarding the Watertown Biosafety Committee (WBSC). I consult for the Watertown Board of Health/WBSC, serve as the designee by the director of Public Health and would like to clarify some of the points you raised and answer your questions.

Obituaries

OBIT: Viola Corbin, 82, of Watertown, Worked at Raytheon

By Guest Writer | October 24, 2022

Viola Corbin

Viola M. Corbin of Watertown, passed away on October 23, 2022, at the age of 82.

Sports

Watertown Field Hockey Team Making Headlines With Perfect Record

By Charlie Breitrose | October 24, 2022

Charlie BreitroseWatertown field hockey co-captains Maggie Driscoll, left, and Elizabeth Loftus hold the trophy won by the Raiders for earning a trip to the State Tournament Final Four in 2021. The Raiders have a winning streak of almost 50 games.

Watertown High School’s field hockey team has found its rhythm and has had a nearly perfect season so far, and the Raiders grabbed the attention of the Boston Herald.