Around Town
Nominations Wanted for 2020 Historic Preservation Awards
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Members of the Historical Commission are pleased to announce the Historic Preservation Awards nomination season is now opened!
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.
More Headlines
Police Log: Multiple Shoplifters Arrested, Fake Trial Scam Costs $14K and Illegal Dumpings
JIM’S VIEW: Boston Renegades Beep Baseball Team Plays At Fenway Park For The First Time
Fire Hits East End Home, Residents Evacuated by Alert Witnesses
Around Town
Mosesian Center Hosting Benefit, Spring Class Registration Open
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The Mosesian Center for the Arts will honor a local design firm and a man who helped found the center at its Annual Benefit. Also, you can now register for spring classes.
Elections
Early Voting for the Presidential Primary Taking Place at Town Hall This Week
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Watertown residents cast their ballots at Watertown Town Hall in the Massachusetts Presidential Primary. Early voting runs through Friday.
The Massachusetts Presidential Primary has begun, and voters in Watertown began casting their votes on Monday.
Around Town
Library Trustee Selected to Fill Vacant Seat on the Board
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Watertown Free Public Library
The Library Board of Trustees once again has a full quota of members after the vacancy left when a trustee elect left town before the term began.
Hockey
WHS Sports: Wrestlers & Track Compete in State Meets, Girls Hockey End Strong
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The winter sports season headed to the postseason, and Watertown had several teams competing in state competitions.
Arrests
Police Log: Wallet Stolen From Vehicle, Man Found Asleep Behind Wheel of Running Car
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Log.
Around Town
Paddlers Can Enter 38th Annual Run of the Charles River
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Kayakers and canoeers will take to the Charles River for the annual Run of the Charles in April.
The following announcement was provided by the Charles River Watershed Association:
Paddlers from across New England have started to register for the 38th Annual Run of the Charles: Boston’s Premier Paddling Race, taking place on Sunday, April 26, 2020. Kicking off the paddling season, the event is the largest flat-bottom boat race in New England and draws over a thousand racers and spectators each year with the help of nearly 150 volunteers.
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Eversource Seeks Entries for 7th Annual Student Challenge
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The following announcement was provided by Eversource:
Writing a poem, drawing a cartoon strip, or creating a superhero are just three ways Eversource is encouraging students to demonstrate their knowledge of energy efficiency. The energy company is reminding students that submissions are still being accepted for its seventh annual Student Challenge. The contest promotes energy conservation, energy efficiency and sustainability and is open to kindergarten to high school students in its Massachusetts electric communities. The deadline for registration is March 17, 2020. All entries must be received or postmarked by March 27, 2020.