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CatholicTV Broadcasting Christmas Masses From U.S. and the Vatican

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On Dec. 24 and Dec. 25, the CatholicTV Network will broadcast Christmas Masses from around the United States and the Vatican, the network announced. Christmas Masses will air beginning on Sunday, Dec. 24 with Mass from the Vatican presided over by Pope Francis at 8 p.m. The Mass with Pope Francis will rebroadcast on Christmas Day at 7 a.m. Pope Francis’ annual Christmas message, “Urbi et Orbi,” will air on Christmas Day at 6 a.m. and 11 p.m.
Christmas Mass coverage continues at 11:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve with Mass from the Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland.

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Don’t Suffer During the Holidays, Help is Available in Watertown

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Wayside Multi Service Center, Watertown Senior Center and Advocates sent out the following public service announcement:

The most wonderful time of the year? This is the sentiment that surrounds us during the holiday season. Celebrate, Be merry. From television, to radio, in schools, homes, and work, everywhere you turn these are the messages we see but for many this is not the case. This time of year, brings pain and sadness and can leave people feeling isolated and
alone.

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Winter Parking Ban Temporarily Lifted for the Holidays

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Watertown Police Chief sent out the following letter:

Dear Watertown,

With the Holidays fast approaching, the Watertown Police Department recognizes the need for additional overnight parking to accommodate visiting family members and friends. Chief of Police Michael P. Lawn wishes to announce that effective December 23, 2017 officers will temporarily stop enforcing the All Night Parking Ban – barring any snowfall that would require plowing or sanding. Should there be a snow event please refer to the town website for available off street parking locations. Chief Lawn still encourages all homeowners to use available off street parking during the overnight hours. Enforcement of the All Night Parking ban will resume on January 3, 2018.

Business

Singing Deli Worker Delights Russo’s Shoppers, Becomes an Internet Sensation

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A Facebook video of a Russo’s deli worker singing Christmas songs has gone viral, and caught the attention of news outlets both locally and nationally. 

Gillie Assuncao began working at Russo’s just four months ago as a dishwasher but now works in the market’s deli area. The Brazilian native also has an amazing baritone voice. The store posted a video of Assuncao singing to customers over the weekend and it took off. It also caught the attention of media, both locally and nationally. He has been interviewed by news outlets, including Boston’s WBZ Channel 4 and the national ABC News.

Entertainment

Holiday Performances, Breakfast with Santa and More at the Watertown Mall

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Head down to the Watertown Mall to get some holiday cheer this month. The mall announced there will be musical performances, a breakfast with Santa and visit St. Nick at his village. Holiday Entertainment
The Watertown Mall is proud to present holiday performances by local elementary and high school bands, choral and string groups as well as semi-professional music groups from the Greater Boston area throughout the month of December. After taking your picture with Santa at Santa’s Village, stay for the music and shopping!

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Watertown Church Hosting Service for Those Who Struggle to be Jolly During the Holidays

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Church of the Good Shepherd announced it will once again host a Blue Christmas service this year. This service is particularly for those who find it hard to be jolly at the holidays, due to grief, loss, or concerns for the world. The gathering includes song, prayer, readings, and a chance to light a candle in remembrance. A reception follows. The service will be Wednesday, December 13 at 7 pm, Church of the Good Shepherd, 9 Russell Ave., Watertown
Parking is on the street or in the lot behind Watertown High School.

Business

Get Free Gift Wrapping and Help Two Organizations

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The Watertown Mall invites shoppers to join them for a weekend of complementary gift wrapping at the Watertown Mall courtesy of Antioch Community Church and The American Cancer Society Relay for Life! We will have Antioch Community Church here on Saturday, December 16 and The American Cancer Society here on Sunday, December 17 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Complete all of your holidays needs in one stop! The American Cancer Society Relay for Life will be accepting donations, if desired. Our wrapping station will be located outside of Carter’s. Let us lend you a helping hand this holiday season!

Entertainment

Have Breakfast with Santa at the Watertown Mall

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Head down to the Watertown Mall to have breakfast with Santa Claus and get a picture with him at Santa Village. The Watertown Mall send out the following information:

Join us this holiday season for a yummy breakfast at Papa Gino’s on Friday, December 15 at 9:30 a.m.! Breakfast will be $5 for adults and $5 for children. Every child’s meal includes a photo with Mr. Claus himself at the Santa Village
immediately following breakfast! It will be a fun filled morning with songs, stories and raffles for kids of all ages to get in the holiday spirit.