Around Town
Letter from Nobel Winner Malala Helps Watertown Man Avoid Jail Time
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The Nobel Prize Medal
A Watertown man convicted of tax fraud avoided jail time in part due to a letter on his behalf from Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai.
Restaurants Won’t be Allowed to Automatically Include Plastic Utensils Under New Ordinance
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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.
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.
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.
More Headlines
School Committee Update: Budget, Fees, Cell Phones in Schools, Special Ed Strategy
Lafayette Celebrated (Again) in Watertown for Contributions to American Revolution
Police Log: Multiple Shoplifters Arrested, Fake Trial Scam Costs $14K and Illegal Dumpings
Around Town
Pair Who Helped Asylum Seekers at Border to Speak in Watertown
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Several Watertown citizen groups announced they will host the event “Stories from the Border: Roots and Realities with Raquel Bauman and Sylvia Cowan.”
Around Town
Winner of Watertown Mall Scarecrow Contest Announced & Kids in Costumes
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The Watertown Mall announced the winners of the 2019 Scarecrow Contest, and that was just one of its Halloween events. The mall also invited children to come down in their Halloween costumes.
Sports
Comeback Falls Short for Watertown Boys Soccer Team
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Watertown’s Caiden Kiani battles for the ball in the Lynnfield penalty box in the North Section semifinal on Monday.
DANVERS — The Raiders’ topsy turvy 2019 state tournament came to an end Monday when the Watertown High School boys soccer team’s comeback bid fell short against Lynnfield in the Div. 3 North Section Semifinal.
Obituaries
In Memory of William R. Panico, Owned Watertown Carpet Store
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The family of William R. Panico, submitted the following memorial in his honor. Panico owned and operated Final Touch Carpets in Watertown for over 30 years.
Entertainment
Turkey Time Event Coming to Watertown Mall
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The Watertown Mall provided the following information:
The Watertown Mall, located at 550 Arsenal Street, together with Watertown Families Together invite you to come on Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. for “Turkey Time,” an event to celebrate Thanksgiving.
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Some Registry of Motor Vehicles Services Closed Over Veterans Day Weekend
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The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is announcing that due to its final upgrade to new technology, ATLAS, no customer service transactions can be conducted starting tonight at 6 p.m., and until 7 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 12. In addition, inspection station locations will not be able to conduct motor vehicle inspections on Nov. 9, 10, and 11.
Cartoon
Small Saves: Goalie Mask Decorations
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James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. It’s his life’s passion to stand between the pipes and keep the puck out of the net. Combining this with the love of cartooning, Small Saves emerged in 1991 and took on a life of his own. “To play goal–then come home and draw Small Saves — is my ideal definition of a good day.”