Police/Fire
Watertown Man Arrested on Charge of Acting as Unregistered Agent for Iran
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The Department of Justice announced the arrest of a Watertown man on charges of acting as an unregistered agent for the Iranian government.
Watertown Eco Fest will Feature Sustainable Vendors, Demonstrations & Activities for All Ages
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The second annual Watertown Eco Fest will feature activities including electric bike test rides, vendors of sustainable products, activities for kids, and more. The event, hosted by the City of Watertown, will also include representatives from City departments and community organizations focused on sustainability.
Robotics Company Builds on Watertown’s History of Manufacturing in Former Mill Building
Tutor Intelligence’s Data Factory 1, which has 100 AI robots performing tasks, is part of the company’s new headquarters at Riverworks in Watertown (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
A building along the Charles River in Watertown where textiles were once made has a new tenant involved in manufacturing. Tutor Intelligence creates AI robots that are used by companies from coast to coast.
School Committee Update: Budget, Fees, Cell Phones in Schools, Special Ed Strategy
By Kendra FoleyChair, Watertown School Committee
The Watertown School Committee has been busy over the last two months tackling budget decisions, discussing policy changes, and reviewing educational data that affects our school community.
Lafayette Celebrated (Again) in Watertown for Contributions to American Revolution
Watertown officials celebrated the new historical marker in honor of General Lafayette. From left, Council Vice President Vincent Piccirilli, Council President Mark Sideris, Marilynne Roach of the Historical Society, City Manager George Proakis, Julien Icher of the Lafayette Trail, Joyce Kelly from the Historical Society, and City Councilor Caroline Bays. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
On a drizzly, cool morning, a small crowd of Watertown history buffs came out to celebrate a Frenchman who played an important role in winning the American Revolution. During the ceremony, Watertown’s newest historical marker was unveiled, honoring the Marquis de Lafayette, who served as a general in the American Army.
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Around Town
Unity Breakfast Features Youthful Voices, Calls for Racial Justice Locally & Nationally
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Michael Bobbitt served as Honorary Host of the 2021 Watertown Unity Breakfast. He has been artistic director at New Rep Theatre and will be the executive director of the Mass. Cultural Council.
The 2020 Watertown Unity Breakfast had a different feel from years past, with the calls for action to fight for equity and against racism were more urgent and closer to home.
Entertainment
Check Out Zine Month at the Watertown Library in February
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The Watertown Library provided the following announcement:
If you know, you know. But if you don’t know, it’s okay, because the library is going to teach you all about zines during the month of February.
Entertainment
Make Snowman Puppets at Watertown Family Together Event
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Mall:
While we’re all inside during the cold month of January, the Watertown Mall is offering fun, take home craft kits! These wonderful Snowman Puppets, supplied by Watertown Families Together, are a delightful way to spend a snowy January day.
Around Town
Watertown Back in Yellow COVID Category, Cases Continue to Rise
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After moving into the state’s “Red,” or high-risk of COVID-19 transmission, group for a week, Watertown went back into the “Yellow,” or moderate-risk group.
Around Town
Watertown Group Hosting Community Scavenger Hunt to Celebrate MLK’s Teachings
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The following announcement was provided by the Kingian Response Team:
As part of honoring the legacy of Dr. King, the Kingian Response Team is highlighting his six principles of non-violence as a community-wide scavenger hunt.
Around Town
Watertown Rec Survivor Series Headed to Casey Park for Some Futsal
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Casey Park’s outdoor rink will be used for futsal this week in the Recreation Department’s Survivor Series.
The Watertown Recreation Departments is running a series of activities for a range of ages. This week the action moves to Casey Park on Watertown Street.
Police/Fire
Police Log: Man Threatened While Using ATM, Facebook Marketplace Scam
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.