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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.
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.
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.
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.
Designers showed a mockup of a new school building that could fit on the current Watertown High School site.
One of the biggest questions with the project to rebuild or renovate Watertown High School is where the building will be located.
Santa Claus waved from the middle of his adoring fans at the Watertown Tree Lighting Celebration.
The Holiday Spirit will be in full swing this week in Watertown with a couple of events for people to enjoy.
The Watertown Mall announced its annual lineup of holiday concerts, as well as a free blood pressure screening.
Perkins School for the Blind will host two holiday concerts.
Perkins School for the Blind will host a pair of Holiday Concerts. See the announcement below.
A lot of money was raised and spent on the 2015 Watertown Election.
The Town Council’s list of priorities for next year’s budget includes funding the school building projects, funding streets and sidewalks. Also, two new ones were added: funding a climate & energy master plan and hiring a consultant to help with the review of the Town Charter.
The following announcement was provided by the Marshall Home Fund:
The Marshall Home Fund recently received the final payment from the Henry H. Drew Trust. This trust was originally written in 1930. Henry H. Drew was a Watertown resident.
The Watertown Community Foundation (WCF) is pleased to announce the awarding of the Fall 2019 Healthy Watertown Grants. A total of $14,500 will be distributed in support of organizations that work to create new or existing programs to keep our community healthy.
Tuesday, Dec. 3 is Giving Tuesday, and if you would like to give locally, here are a few opportunities.