Coronavirus
Watertown Mall Cancels Spring into Spring Event
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The Watertown Mall announced that the Spring into Spring event scheduled for March 19 has been cancelled due to the outbreak of the Corona virus.
Robotics Company Builds on Watertown’s History of Manufacturing in Former Mill Building
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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.
Police Log: Multiple Shoplifters Arrested, Fake Trial Scam Costs $14K and Illegal Dumpings
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
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Business
See Which Watertown Restaurants are Offering Take Out or Delivery
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With Gov. Baker’s order to close restaurants, they will be one of the hardest hit during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The vast majority of Watertown restaurants remain open for take out, and many also deliver.
Police/Fire
Watertown Fire Department Closing Public Access to Fire Stations
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The Watertown Fire Department has closed the town’s three fire stations in response to the outbreak of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Coronavirus
Watertown Police Asking Residents to Call First, Try to Avoid Coming into Station
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In an effort to stop the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Watertown Police Department requested that people to avoid coming into the lobby of the Police Station, except in an emergency.
Coronavirus
Town Cancelling Meetings, Town Hall & DPW Closed to Visitors, Parking Passes Valid
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Watertown Town Hall
(CORRECTION: It was incorrectly stated in a previous version of the story that the March 23 School Committee meeting will be cancelled. It will be held remotely.)
The Town of Watertown will not be holding meetings for the next few weeks as a precaution against the Coronavirus, and Town Hall and the Department of Public Works Facility are the latest to close to public visitors.
Arts
NewRep Theatre Announces 2020-21 Season Featuring Five Plays
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The 2020-21 season at New Repertory Theatre features five shows, including four Tony-Award-winning plays and two musicals.
Around Town
CatholicTV Broadcasting St. Patrick’s Mass from Boston on Tuesday
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The following announcement was provided by Watertown-based CatholicTV Network:
On Tuesday, March 17, the CatholicTV Network will air Mass for the Feast of Saint Patrick, the principal patron of the Archdiocese of Boston, celebrated by Cardinal Seán O’Malley, O.F.M., from the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston.
During Mass, Cardinal O’Malley will offer prayers for all those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Reverend Monsignor Liam Bergin will be the homilist. Ciarán Nagle, world-renowned Irish tenor, will provide music. There will be no congregants present at the Mass. The Mass will air live on CatholicTV at 12pm ET and will be rebroadcast at 8pm ET.
Around Town
Watertown Library Closed for 3 Weeks, Online Services Available
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Watertown Free Public Library
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Free Public Library:
The Watertown Free Public Library will be closed to the public from March 14 – April 6 to help minimize the spread of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19.) The Library is currently scheduled to reopen on April 7. This date is subject to change.