Around Town
Registration Open for Rec Department’s February & Spring Break Programs
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The Watertown Recreation Department will be hosting week-long programs over February Break and Spring Break for students in grades K-8.
Watertown’s First Human Services Director Shaping New Department, New Home for Food Pantry
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Jenna Bancroft
Watertown’s first Human Services Director came to town after working for more than four years in Newton, but it was a homecoming of sorts. In her first several months on the job she has been in charge of not only establishing a brand new City department, but also creating a new home for the Watertown Food Pantry.
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.
UPDATED: Watertown Representatives Help Mark 250th Anniversary of Important Event in American Revolution
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.
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.
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Police Log: Bones Unearthed at Historic Cemetery, Thieves Take 1 Car & Attempt to Take Another
JIM’S VIEW: Defending-Champ Gold Kings Take Winner-Take-All Game 3 in PPSHL Semifinals
See When Registration Will Open for the 6th Annual Watertown Arts Market
Around Town
Make Valentine’s Day Cards for Seniors, Teachers & Others with the Rotary Club
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The Rotary Club of Watertown invites the public to join them to make Valentine’s Day cards for local seniors, teachers and other service workers.
Around Town
Car Fire Spreads to Become 2 Alarm Blaze, Damages Watertown Home
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Several Watertown residents were displaced by a fire that started in a car.
Arsenal Yards
Fire Side Events at Arsenal Yards Start This Week
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The following information was provided by Arsenal Yards:
Winters in Watertown just got warmer! Arsenal Yards invites residents and visitors alike to get toasty by the fire and enjoy a variety of entertainment in the vibrant new neighborhood.
Obituaries
OBIT: Jorge Fernandes, 79, Proud of His Portuguese Heritage, Loved to Travel & Cook
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Jorge Fernandes
Jorge Fernandes of Watertown died on Jan. 13, 2022 at the age of 79.
Around Town
LETTER: Former Watertown Middle School Teacher Looks to Heal, Rebuild Relationships in Spirit of MLK Jr.
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The following letter was written to you, my Watertown community, almost a year ago. It was written upon Watertown News’ request for a statement from me on March 5th, 2021.
Environment
Watertown Group Joining Other Communities for Webinar Focusing on Green New Deal
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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Facing Climate Change:
The Watertown Facing Climate Change committee is working with other local communities to support state legislation.
Police/Fire
Police Log: Gas State Attendant Attacked, SWAT Team Called to Bring Suspect into Custody
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.