Police/Fire
Council Approves First Part of $4 Million Police, Fire Radio Upgrades
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Watertown’s Police and Fire departments will be getting new portable radios as part of upgrades to the first responder radio system that has become unreliable.
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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Fire Hits East End Home, Residents Evacuated by Alert Witnesses
Around Town
Solar Powered Info Kiosks Coming to Watertown
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The electronic information kiosk, made by Soofa Sign, was recently installed near Town Hall.
New digital signs have started popping up on the streets of Watertown that will provide emergency messages, bus schedules, information about local government and more.
Alexandria
Harvard, MIT Investing in Biotech Manufacturing Center in Watertown
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A biotech manufacturing center will be created in this building in the Arsenal on the Charles. The Massachusetts Center for Advanced Biological Innovation and Manufacturing is a joint effort between Harvard, MIT, area hospitals and biotech firms.
Harvard University is coming back to the Arsenal on the Charles, this time teaming with MIT, local hospitals and corporate sponsors to create a biotech manufacturing center in the former U.S. Army Arsenal.
Police/Fire
Man Acting Suspiciously Toward Girl Reported at Watertown Park
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A mother called Watertown Police after a man appeared to be filming her young daughter and acting suspiciously at Fillippello Park.
Around Town
Pair of Large Red Foxes Spotted by Watertown Resident
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A large red fox was seen walking on Jensen Road on the Westside of Watertown over the weekend.
Large foxes have been seen wandering the streets of West Watertown.
Around Town
Unity Breakfast Speaker Known for Environmental, Social Justice Work
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Rev. Mariama White-Hammond will be the keynote speaker at the 2021 Unity Breakfast.
The following announcement was provided by the Unity Breakfast Planning Committee:
The Unity Breakfast proudly welcomes Rev. Mariama White-Hammond as its keynote speaker for this year’s event. Rev. Mariama is a noted leader working locally and nationally for environmental and social justice.
Around Town
UPDATE: Dozens of Pairs of Shoes Donated by Watertown Native, Rec. Dept. Will Distribute
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Watertown native Robert Marra with Peter Centola, who was Marra’s fold coach at WHS and is now Director of Watertown’s Recreation Department. Marra donated 60 pairs of shoes to the Town, which will give them away to residents.
(Updated Jan. 13, 2021 at 8:45 a.m.)
Watertown residents can get a free pair of shoes thanks to a Watertown native who wanted to help his hometown.
Around Town
Free, On-Demand Tutoring Available Through Watertown Library
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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Library:
Brainfuse HelpNow, a digital platform offering on demand learning support for all ages and levels is now available to Watertown residents through the Watertown Free Public Library.