Around Town
Free Blood Pressure Screening Available in Watertown
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The Watertown Mall provided the following information:
Free Blood Pressure Screening! On the first Friday of every month, the Watertown Mall has a free blood pressure screening.
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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Schools
Three High School Principal Finalists Coming to Watertown This Week
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The three finalists to fill the Watertown High School principal position will be visiting the school this week, and the public can meet them and attend the interviews.
Business
Network at the Watertown Business Coalition’s Coffee Connect
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The recently formed Watertown Business Coalition invites those interested in connecting to the local business community to its Coffee Connect.
Around Town
Assisted Technology Lab Opens at Carroll Center for the Blind
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The new device lab at the Carroll Center for the Blind features popular devices ranging from Apple’s iPad Air to iRobot’s Roomba Robot Vacuum.
Through a partnership with the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association, The Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton recently launched an assistive technology device lab to help individuals with vision loss to better understand and learn how to effectively use various devices that have the power to help them retain their independence. The open-concept device lab offers access to a wide spectrum of over 18 different popular devices for use by all of the Center’s program participants.
Charity
Watertown Schools Collecting Gift Cards, Donations for Fire Victims
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After the devastating fire that displaced 31 Watertown residents on Friday, the Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) at the schools in town leapt into action to collect items to help those affected.
Elections
Early Voting Available to Watertown Voters for Presidential Primary
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The following announcement was provided by the Town Clerk’s Office:
The Massachusetts State Legislature with the concurrence of Governor Charles D. Baker has authorized a five day early voting period prior to the March 3, 2020 Massachusetts Presidential Primary.
Around Town
Watertown Foundation Seeks Innovative Projects to Benefit Older Residents
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The following announcement was provided by the Marshall Home Fund:
The Marshall Home Fund is encouraging public and non-profit organizations to submit innovative proposals that support Watertown’s efforts to be an Age-Friendly Community—a place where older adults can live, thrive, and contribute.
Beacon Hill
OP-ED: Details of Mass. Senate’s Climate Change Bills
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State Sen. Will Brownsberger
The following piece was provided by State Sen. Will Brownsberger, who represents Watertown, Belmont and parts of Boston:
The Senate Ways and Means Committee just released a bold, thoughtful and comprehensive package of bills designed to accelerate our move away from fossil fuels. The package is being well-received by many environmental leaders and I look forward to voting for it very soon.