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More Than 1,200 Runners Take Part in the 19th Annual Donohue’s Turkey Trot, See the Photos

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One of the participants in the 2024 Donohue’s Bar & Grill Turkey Trot came dressed for the occasion. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The 19th Annual Donohue’s Bar & Grill Turkey Trot welcomed more than 1,200 runners and walkers, some with kids in strollers, others with dogs, and a more than a few in turkey gear on Thursday morning. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Proceeds from the 5K race go to the Watertown Boys & Girls Club. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The fastest runner in 2024 was Glenn Bell who finished the course in a time of 16:02. Michael Stent was second in a time of 16:16, and Benjamin Morris finished two seconds later in third.

Weather

Watertown Weather: Quieter but Colder Week After Thanksgiving

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Here’s the updated daily weather forecast for Watertown, MA, from Thursday, November 27 to Thursday, December 5 by Meteorologist Matthew Moll of New England Weather Consulting: As we move past Thanksgiving, Watertown is transitioning into a quieter, yet noticeably colder pattern. After a rainy and windy Thanksgiving Day, conditions will settle on Friday with mostly sunny skies and cooler temperatures around 46°F. However, the real shift comes this weekend, as temperatures will struggle to reach the low 40s, with brisk winds making it feel even colder. By Sunday, highs will be in the upper 30s, and temperatures will quickly dip into the 20s overnight, signaling the arrival of winter-like conditions. As we head into next week, the cold will persist, with highs near 38°F and lows dropping into the low 20s, making it feel even colder with the wind chill.

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Job Opening: Watertown Housing Authority Executive Director

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MassNAHRO announced it is seeking an executive director for the Watertown Housing Authority. See the announcement below. Executive DirectorWatertown Housing AuthorityWatertown, MA

The Watertown Housing Authority (WHA) seeks an experienced and innovative housing administrator to lead and manage its programs, properties, and contracts. The HA owns and operates 276 units of state-aided elderly/handicapped public housing, 240 units of state-aided family housing, 23 units of chp. 689 public housing, and 220 federal HCV vouchers.

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Holiday Mixer & Toy Drive to be Hosted by Rotary Club & Watertown Business Coalition

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The Rotary Club of Watertown and the Watertown Business Coalition invite the community to join them for the third annual Holiday Mixer and Toy Drive on Dec. 2. See more details below. The Watertown Business Coalition, the Rotary Club of Watertown, and the Mosesian Center for the Arts are teaming up for the 3rd Annual Holiday Mixer and Toy Drive. The event will be on Monday, December 2nd from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal St, Watertown.

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Hear About a Local Activist & Photographer and Watertown News’ Editor on the Little Local Conversations Podcast

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Archy LaSalle

Matt Hanna, the voice behind “Little Local Conversations” podcast, spoke with Archy LaSalle, who has many roles, including in the arts and as an activist. Also, hear Hanna’s conversation with Watertown News Editor Charlie Breitrose. In “Little Local Conversations,” discover the people, places, stories, and ideas of Watertown. Hanna has conversations with various businesses owners, community leaders, creatives, and other interesting folks in Watertown to learn about what they do and get to know a bit about the people behind the work. 

Achy LaSalle

Meet Archy LaSalle! He’s the Vice Chair of the Watertown Public Arts and Culture Committee, a passionate activist, and working photographer.

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Public Invited to First Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the Armenian Cultural & Educational Center

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The Armenian Cultural and Education Center will have a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the center located at 47 Nichols Ave., in Watertown. See the announcement below. Get in the Holiday Spirit and join us at the Armenian Cultural and Educational Center (ACEC) for the First Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 6, starting 5 p.m.

This event is FREE and open to the public! The program includes music, hot cocoa & cookies, and a visit from Santa. Bring your loved ones and enjoy the holiday spirit with the community!

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Major Residential and Commercial Project in Watertown Square Breaks Ground

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O’Connor Group CEO Bill O’Connor, left, and Head of Acquisition John O’Connor welcomed attendees to the ground breaking ceremony for Elysian Watertown Square, a mixed use project. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The start of construction of a major new project on Main Street, Elysian Watertown Square, was celebrated by the developers and City officials at a ceremony held recently. On Nov. 19, O’Connor Group held a ribbon cutting on the property that will become a mixed-use building with 142 rental units, five owner-occupied townhouses, and retail space on land that stretches from Main Street to Pleasant Street. John O’Connor, Head of Acquisitions for O’Connor Group, said the new project will help make Watertown Square a more lively place.