Police/Fire
Firefighters Extinguish Fire in Unoccupied Watertown Home
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Watertown Firefighters responded to a fire that broke out in an unoccupied home on Friday night.
School Officials Outline Strategies to Improve Watertown’s Special Education Program
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A study of the Watertown Public Schools’ special education found a number of areas of concerns, including a lack of uniformity, a need for better communication with families, and a distrust among parents of students in the program.
Restaurants Won’t be Allowed to Automatically Include Plastic Utensils Under New Ordinance
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.
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Robotics Company Builds on Watertown’s History of Manufacturing in Former Mill Building
School Committee Update: Budget, Fees, Cell Phones in Schools, Special Ed Strategy
Lafayette Celebrated (Again) in Watertown for Contributions to American Revolution
Around Town
Erase the Stigma Online Event to Discuss Substance Use Recovery During Pandemic
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The Watertown Youth Coalition and W.A.T.E.R.town (Watertown Access to Treatment, Education, and Resources) will host a virtual event about erasing the stigma of substance use discovery and recovery.
Around Town
Community Forum Planned for Proposed Marijuana Dispensary on North Beacon
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A rendering of the proposed Sira Naturals medical and recreational marijuana dispensary on North Beacon Street.
A community meeting will be held about the proposed marijuana dispensary proposed to go on North Beacon Street outside Watertown Square.
10th Middlesex
VOTER GUIDE: Busy State Primary Includes Watertown State. Rep Races
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Tuesday’s ballot is one of the most crowded for a State Primary in years for Watertown voters, with contested races on which both the Democratic and Republican candidates can vote, including state representative.
Police/Fire
Police Log: Employee Strikes Customer, Car vs. Bike Road Rage Incident
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Around Town
NAMI Family Support Group Meeting Virtually in September
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The following information was provided by NAMI:
The virtual NAMI Family Support Group will be held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm using zoom.us so the next one will be on Tuesday, Sept. 8. We will offer this until we are able to meet in person again.
Elections
LETTER: Former Town Councilor Backs State Rep. Candidate
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Dear Voter,
I write with pleasure to endorse Steve Owens to represent the 29th Middlesex District, the seat that is being vacated by Rep Jonathan Hecht. Rep Hecht has been a progressive legislator and a great friend. I have total confidence that Steve will continue Jon’s path.
Real Estate
Two Single Family Homes and Two Condos Sold This Week
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Four Watertown properties were sold this week.