COVID-19
Watertown Schools Moving to Hybrid on Oct. 27
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Watertown elementary school students will return to school, part time, beginning Oct. 27. Superintendent Dede Galdston sent out the announcement Thursday evening.
Restaurants Won’t be Allowed to Automatically Include Plastic Utensils Under New Ordinance
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Restaurants in Watertown will not longer be able to automatically include packets of plastic utensils with takeout or deliver orders. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
A new ordinance approved by the City Council prohibits restaurants from automatically including plastic utensils with takeout orders, however customers can request these items when they order or pick up their food.
Council President Outlines City’s Protections for Undocumented Immigrants, Does Not Favor an Executive Order
City Council President Mark Sideris. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
After receiving questions about and requests to protect immigrants in Watertown in recent weeks, City Council President Mark Sideris emphasized the steps being taken by the City to provide safety and security, but said he does not favor the City Council passing a resolution or executive order regarding immigrants in Watertown.
Watertown Eco Fest will Feature Sustainable Vendors, Demonstrations & Activities for All Ages
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.
More Headlines
School Committee Update: Budget, Fees, Cell Phones in Schools, Special Ed Strategy
Lafayette Celebrated (Again) in Watertown for Contributions to American Revolution
Police Log: Multiple Shoplifters Arrested, Fake Trial Scam Costs $14K and Illegal Dumpings
Around Town
Nominations Wanted for Watertown’s Annual Unity Award
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A mural created by Watertown High School students for the 20th annual Unity Breakfast.
The Unity Award Committee seeks nominations for the honor handed out at Watertown’s Unity Breakfast, held each year on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Entertainment
Families Invited to Spooktacular Drive Through Event in Watertown
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The following announcement was provided by the Commander’s Mansion:
I smell children … packed into cars and ready for the Saturday night lil’ Monstah Joyride! Deck out your car, and drive-through the spooky streets of the Commander’s Mansion! And at the end of your ride, pop your truck for a treat from The Halloween Team at the Watertown Recreation Department!
Around Town
Watertown Student Group’s Night March Looks to Raise Awareness of Environmental Issues
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Members of Sunrise Watertown work on banners for the Late Night March on Oct. 23 to raise awareness about environmental issues.
The following announcement was provided by Sunrise Watertown:
On Friday, October 23rd, Sunrise Watertown will lead a late-night march using tactics that are over a century old to enact change in the present day.Their goal is to educate the town on the truth of the climate crisis while also drawing support for a Green New Deal.
Around Town
Watertown Churches Holding Services to Pray for Armenian Soldiers, Peace in Artsakh
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Flag of Artsakh
Two Armenian Churches will hold prayer services this week for the soldiers in Armenia and Artsakh who have been fighting in an ongoing conflict with Azerbaijan.
Schools
State Auditing Watertown Schools’ Decision Not to Move Up Change to In-Person Learning
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The Watertown Public Schools are being audited by the state regarding the district’s decision not to move up the start of hybrid learning in the schools.
Entertainment
Local Studio Hosting Halloween Hoedown with Trick or Treating, Dance & Fitness
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The following information was provided by Ballroom in Boston and Get Lively:
We’re bringing a safe, socially distant trick-or-treating experience, complete with a fun halloween inspired dance class for kids and a beginner friendly workout for parents, to Watertown! Create fun new memories with your kids this Halloween!
National Merit Scholars
Eight Watertown High Seniors Honored by Named National Merit Scholarship Program
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Eight Watertown High School seniors have been named National Merit Scholarship Commended Students, which is the most in one year that anyone at the high school can recall, Principal Joel Giacobozzi told the School Committee this week.