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Friday Snow Storm Expected to Drop 6 Inches or More on Watertown
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WBZ-TV
Watertown could see more than half-a-foot of snow from a storm hitting the area on Friday.
UPDATED: Watertown Representatives Help Mark 250th Anniversary of Important Event in American Revolution
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A replica of one of the cannons hauled from Ft. Ticonderoga, New York, to Boston, through Watertown, in 1776. (Photo by Marilynne Roach)
Marilynne Roach, president of the Historical Society of Watertown, and State Rep. Steve Owens recently joined the reenactment and commemoration of an event that helped turn the tide of the American Revolution.
Part of School Street to Close This Week for Construction
The roadway and sidewalks along a section of School Street off Mt. Auburn Street will be closed this week during installation of drainage and other work as part of the Mt. Auburn Street Project. See more details in the announcement from the City of Watertown.
THE FINALS: Gold Kings Host Hudson Valley in Game 1 of the Championship Series
Defending Power Play Senior Hockey League Champs, the Boston Gold Kings, will open the finals by hosting the Hudson Valley Reapers on Saturday, April 4 at 4 p.m. at John A. Ryan Arena in Watertown.
Police Log: Bones Unearthed at Historic Cemetery, Thieves Take 1 Car & Attempt to Take Another
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
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Board of Health
Indoor Face Mask Requirement Lifted by Watertown Board of Health
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The indoor face mask requirement in Watertown was lifted by the Board of Health on Wednesday night.
Letters
LETTER: Group Urges Watertown Mall Redevelopment to be Net Zero Energy
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An Open Letter to Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.:
With over 170 people attending your first public meeting on Alexandria’s plan for redevelopment of the Watertown Mall, we know that you are aware of how important this project is to the community of Watertown. We also know that Alexandria has committed to being “a mission-driven company dedicated to making a positive and lasting impact on the world…” Your website states that “environmental, social, and governance (ESG) is core to our DNA.” We have high hopes for this project.
Around Town
Watertown Business Coalition Celebrates New Chapter, Expanding Mission & Offering Membership
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Watertown Business Coalition co-founders Bob Airasian and Doug Orifice speak during the WBC’s Membership Kickoff Event at Not Your Average Joe’s.
The Watertown Business Coalition kicked off a new phase of its young life last week during the membership kickoff event at Not Your Average Joe’s.
Around Town
Watertown Community Foundation Offering Grants for Youth Sports Leagues
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation:
Youth Sports League Grants will support team sports organizations that serve Watertown youth to help defray registration costs and increase participation.
Entertainment
Watertown Artist’s Exhibit “When We Are Silent” Showing in Needham
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Pieces from Watertown artist Ruth Henry’s show “When We Are Silent.”
The following announcement was provided by the exhibit organizers:
When We Are Silent is a new solo exhibition by artist Ruth K. Henry on view at the Gorse Mill Gallery (31 Thorpe Road, Needham MA) from March 7th, 2022 to March 26th, 2022. Opening reception will be held on Saturday, March 12th from 6-9 pm. Masks are required. Food and drinks will be available outdoors.
Schools
Outdoor Spaces Planned for High School Project, Committee Wants More Details
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Ai3 ArchitectsThe outdoor space around the new Watertown High School will include an amphitheater west of the school, an outdoor learning area to the east, and a grassy area to the south.
Designs for the new Watertown High School are coming together, but the School Building Committee would like some more specifics about the area east of the school.
Government
Watertown Democrats to Elect Delegates for State Convention
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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Democratic Town Committee:
On Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 1:00 p.m., Democrats will convene virtually and in person at the Watertown Library to elect 27 delegates and 5 alternates to represent Watertown at the 2022 State Democratic Convention.