Around Town

OP-ED: Two Different Outcomes of Property Revaluation in Watertown

By |

By Linda ScottWatertown Resident

A Tale of Two Streets

When Charles Dickens wrote his famous novel, A Tale of Two Cities, his intent was to highlight societal injustices, and with great effect he showed us the dichotomy between living very well and simply surviving. In Watertown, in many ways the seeds of rancor and discontent are being sown … no guillotines involved! Follow me on this journey, if you will. I’m calling this “A Tale of Two Streets.”

On December 2nd a very important and transparent government document was shared through the Watertown Assessors Office with the people of Watertown.

Schools

School Committee Update: Teacher Honored, Field Hockey Team Recognized, Enrollment Rising

By |

Watertown’s State Champion Field Hockey Team was honored by the School Committee. (Courtesy of Watertown Field Hockey)

Watertown School Committee Chair Kendra Foley provided a round up of the most recent School Committee meeting. See what happened below. There has been much to celebrate over the last month at our Watertown School Committee meetings. We were thrilled to honor Cunniff music teacher Liz Schorr, who was recently chosen as the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress Educator of the Year.

Business

Medium Rare “Steaks” Its Claim in Beantown at Arsenal Yards

By |

Steak and frites is on the menu at Medium Rare, which opened at Arsenal Yards. (Courtesy of Medium Rare)

Arsenal Yards welcomes a new restaurant specializing in steak frites. See details in the announcement below. Medium Rare, the original sizzling single-choice Steak Frites prix fixe meal experience from Washington, D.C., is now “steaking” its claim in the greater Boston area. The new location at 107 Bond Sq.

Around Town

Russell Cooperative Silent Auction to Raise Funds for Preschool Programming

By |

An acorn painting by Todd Coyne is one of many unique items in this year’s auction. The following announcement was provided by Russell Cooperative Preschool:

Russell Cooperative Preschool invites the Watertown community to participate in its highly anticipated Winter Gala Silent Auction, a cornerstone event that supports the preschool’s annual fundraising efforts. This year’s auction features an array of unique and exciting items for every interest. Highlights include:

A Visit from the Watertown Library’s Bookmobile: Bring the joy of books and reading directly to your neighborhood or school with this exclusive opportunity to host a personalized visit. Gift Cards to Watertown Square Cafés and Restaurants: Including O’some Café and Not Your Average Joe’s.

Around Town

Affordable Housing Trust Hosting Listening Session, City Will Submit 5-Year Plan

By |

Watertown’s Affordable Housing Trust will be hosting a listening session to find out the housing needs, and create a strategy to include in the City’s five-year plan. See information in the announcement from the City of Watertown below. Every five years the federal government asks cities/towns that receive its housing money (like Watertown) to submit a 5-year plan with information about housing needs and strategies. If you want to comment on housing needs and strategies, the City (through its Affordable Housing Trust) will be holding a listening session on December 17, 2024, at 6 PM. The Affordable Housing Trust will take comments from the members of the public on Watertown’s housing needs and strategies at its December 17, 2024, meeting (meeting details at the bottom of this message).

Around Town

Watertown Housing Group Hosting HAW-Lidays Cookie Exchange

By |

Housing for All Watertown will host the second annual HAW-lidays Cookie Exchange. See more information in the announcement below. Housing for All Watertown is hosting its Second Annual HAW-liday Cookie Exchange on Tuesday, December 17 from 4-6pm at the First Parish of Watertown (35 Church St). All are invited – come meet your neighbors, discuss housing, and share your favorite baked goods. Sign up here and bring your family or a friend!

Around Town

Dog Grooming Salon and Spa Opening Location in Watertown

By |

The following announcement was provided by Arsenal Yards:

Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique, a premier dog grooming salon, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Watertown! Known for its professional grooming services, premium doggie spa treatments, and convenient membership options, Splash and Dash is bringing its trusted brand to Watertown to cater to pet parents who want only the best for their furry companions. 

Located at Arsenal Yards (539 Arsenal Street), the Watertown salon offers the same high-quality grooming services and customer care that Splash and Dash has become known for, including:

Signature “Unlimited Monthly Bath Memberships” – making it easier than ever to keep your dog fresh and clean year-round. Professional Grooming Services tailored to fit your pet’s unique needs. Pampering Spa Treatments for the ultimate in pet luxury. Retail Boutique stocked with eco-friendly, pet-safe products.

Around Town

LETTER: Time for City to Rein in Spending to Stabilize Property Taxes

By |

Greetings Councilors:

Today’s fragile economy cannot adhere to atax and spend mentality. Rein in spending to stabilize real estate taxes. Does every elected Watertown City Councilor understand the concept of working in the best interest of the electorate? Does everyone scrutinize the financial consequence on residents of Watertown, prior to, unanimous votes of approval? Or, is there a rubber stamp given to the Administration?