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Update on Arsenal Street Paving Project, Which Begins Aug. 19

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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

Please read this updated information about Arsenal Street Paving and the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Traffic Advisory regarding Greenough Boulevard:

Arsenal St. paving is scheduled for August 19-24, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (hours may be extended) (from Greenough Blvd to School Street) and School Street (from Arsenal Street to 76 School Street). There will be “No Parking” signs posted. Avoid parking in these areas. Access to driveways and the road being worked on will be limited during paving to allow for time for asphalt to cool.

Entertainment

Movie Time for Small Saves in This Week’s Cartoon

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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.”

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Gold Kings Hockey Team Hosting Youth Street Hockey Tourney

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The following information was provided by Gold Kings Hockey, Watertown’s semi-pro hockey team:

Please join us Saturday, August 31st at the street hockey rink at Moxley Field in Watertown for a day filled with fun and competitive youth street hockey! *More details to come

Register now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bgk-youth-street-hockey-tournament-registration-965293578077

Email goldkingshockey@gmail.com if you are interested in being a sponsor or donating to the event! Season Sponsors

Now is your chance to support Greater Boston’s only semi-pro hockey team! We have several sponsorship opportunities available ranging from $100-$5,000 for the 24/25 the season. Please reach out and we will send you our NEW Sponsorship Packet!

Government

Final Watertown Square Area Plan is Out Now, See More Here

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The City of Watertown released the final version of the Watertown Square Area Plan, which was endorsed by the City Council and Planning Board. Read the full version, which includes all the amendments and additions added during the July 16 public hearing by clicking here, and see some of the highlights in the announcement provided by the City, below. The Watertown City Council and Planning Board held three Public Hearings between June and July to discuss the Area Plan. After discussions among themselves and hearing from the public, the Council and Planning Board officially endorsed the Plan on July 16, 2024. 

What is in this Plan Document? Click Here to Read the Plan

Much of this Plan Document remains unchanged from the initial draft released on May 30, 2024.

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Section of Greenough Boulevard Will Reopen to Traffic

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A screenshot of a Google Map showing the section of Greenough Boulevard that will reopen after being closed by the DCR for recreation use. It stretches from North Beacon Street to Arsenal Street. The following announcement was provided by the Department of Conservation and Recreation:

Beginning on Monday, August 19, 2024, at 7 a.m. and continuing until Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 7 p.m. the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will reopen Greenough Boulevard from Arsenal Street to N. Beacon Street in the City of Watertown to alleviate traffic from roadwork on Arsenal Street. Beginning on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 7 p.m. DCR will close Greenough Boulevard between Arsenal Street and N. Beacon Street to accommodate sewer line repair work. While the work is ongoing the parking lots at these intersections will remain open.

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Watertown Seeks Per-Diem Public Safety Dispatcher

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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

The City of Watertown seeks qualified applicants for a Per-Diem Public Safety Dispatcher to process emergency calls for assistance in an expeditious and accurate manner at the Police Department. Hours: Applicants must be able to commit to a minimum of 8 hours of training per week for three months, including one week of full-time training. Shifts will be required to work night, weekend and/or holiday schedules. Salary: This is a non-union, non-benefit eligible position with a starting rate of $38.73 per hour. To Apply: City of Watertown application form is required and is available on our website.

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Watertown Summer Basketball League Finals Begin Tonight!

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The finals of the Watertown Summer Basketball League begin Tuesday at Saltonstall Park. (Photo by Natalie Nigito Photography)

The Watertown Summer Basketball League Finals will feature two teams of former college basketball players. The best-of-three series begins Tuesday night at the court outside the Watertown Boys & Girls Club at Saltonstall Park. The league is run by the Watertown Recreation Department, which provided the following information:

The 2024 Elite League Finals have been set. No.

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Armenian Museum Seeks to Fill Three Job Openings

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The Armenian Museum of America in Watertown seeks to fill three positions: an administration and development associate, a curator, and a visitor services representative. The following information came from the Museum:

The Armenian Museum of America is recruiting an Administration and Development Associate to support the Executive Director and other team members in implementing an annual plan for events, exhibitions, fundraising, and membership. The ideal candidate will be able to work full-time Monday through Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours. The Curator collaborates with the Museum leadership team and Exhibition Committee on a long-range exhibition program and related curatorial activities. The ideal candidate oversees three floors of gallery space, from a large contemporary art gallery space on the third floor, as well as installations and gallery rotations on two other floors reflecting Armenian history and culture from the ancient period to the present, often in collaboration with Armenian scholars and artists/specialists.