Around Town

Watertown Food Pantry Receives Donation from Construction Contractor

By |

Chris Bertone and Tim Guiggio from Brait Construction delivered items to the Watertown Food Pantry on Aug. 12. (Contributed Photo)

Last week, the Watertown Food Pantry received a donation from a construction company working in a major project in town. Food Pantry volunteer Stacy Walsh said that donation was delivered by Chris Bertone and Tim Guiggio from Brait, which is in the contractor for the Watertown High School project, and previously worked on the Cunniff and Hosmer elementary school projects. “Brait Construction did a much needed food drive for the Watertown Food Pantry, for which we were extremely grateful!”

Around Town

Watertown Cooperative Nursery School Closing After 70 Years, Farewell Event Planned

By |

The following announcement was provided by Watertown Cooperative Nursery School:

We are very sad to share the news that Watertown Cooperative Nursery School (WCNS) is closing after more than 70 years. Due to low enrollment, the Board of WCNS has determined that it will not be possible for the school to sustain itself financially. The school will be closing permanently as of August 23. It’s heartbreaking to have to do this. We know how many of you helped the community thrive for so long.

Around Town

LETTER: State Legislature Should Go Back Into Session and Pass Multiple Bills

By |

I was excited this year for our state to finally have a Democratic governing trifecta, with a Democrat leading in all three offices of Governor, Senate, and the House. However, this trifecta has been much less productive in passing legislature than I expected. As has become the norm on Beacon Hill, the House and Senate ran out the clock on many important priorities, adjourning on the morning of August 1st with a long list of unfinished business. After the hottest summer on record, they didn’t manage to pass a climate bill. Several other bills, among them economic development bills and bills to address the Steward crisis, are stuck in potentially dead-end negotiations, and that’s not to mention all the common-sense bills that never even made it that far.

Around Town

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

By |

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.

Around Town

Watertown Advocate for People with Disabilities to Receive Highest Honor in Field of Blindness

By |

Kim Charlson, executive director of the Perkins School for the Blind’s Library. She will receive the highest honor from the American Foundation for the Blind. (Courtesy of Perkins School)

Longtime director of the Perkins Library and chair of the Watertown Commission on Disability Kim Charlson, has garnered honors and accolades, and later this year she will receive one more when she receives the highest honor in the field of blindness. In September, the Watertown resident will receive the 2024 Migel Medal at the American Foundation for the Blind’s (AFB) annual leadership conference, along with Susan Mazrui. “It is an honor to recognize these two outstanding leaders, who have spent their lives making the world more inclusive and accessible for those who are blind or have low vision,” AFB President and CEO Eric Bridges said in announcement about the award.

Around Town

Gold Kings Hockey Team Hosting Youth Street Hockey Tourney

By |

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!