Entertainment
Small Saves Spreads the Christmas Spirit
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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.
Watertown Sports: Field Hockey Coach of the Year, Wrestler Wins Holiday Tournament
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Watertown Field Hockey Coach Eileen Donahue holds her plaque for being the MIAA Field Hockey Coach of the Year. She was joined by family, her fellow coaches, and school administrators. (Courtesy of the Watertown Public Schools)
Watertown Field Hockey Coach Eileen Donahue collected another accolade this month when she was honored by the MIAA, and Watertown wrestler Tessa Master kicked off her season with a win in a major holiday tournament.
Police Log: Greek Church Vandalized, 2 OUI Arrests
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
State Rep. Lawn Named Legislator of the Year by Mass. National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Staten Rep. John Lawn (right) received the Legislator of the Year Award from MassNAELA Executive Director Clarence Richardson.
At its annual meeting held on December 12, 2024, the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (MassNAELA) honored several individuals for their advocacy efforts and commitment to raising awareness of legal issues affecting older adults. Watertown State Rep. John Lawn was named the Legislator of the Year for going above and beyond in supporting legislation that protects the rights and improves the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Neighborhood Covered in Dusting of Flour from Nearby Food Factory, Neighbors Frustrated by Response
A coating of flour can be seen on the Watertown-Cambridge Greenway path and fence that sit in the shadow of the silos of Newly Weds Foods. The flour was released from the factory on Dec. 12. (Contributed Photo)
Residents of one East End neighborhood woke up last week to what appeared to be a coating of snow, but what was falling from the sky for several hours was not flakes but flour.
More Headlines
Watertown’s Winter Parking Ban to be Temporarily Lifted
Toys Delivered to 100s of Watertown Families in Need by Police & Firefighters for the Whooley Foundation
Council President Calls for Recognition of Watertown’s Efforts to Create Housing
Transportation
Holiday Travel Tips from the Mass. Department of Transportation
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The following information was provided by MassDOT:
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is encouraging members of the public to plan ahead for any upcoming holiday travel. Motorists and public transportation customers should check websites for real-time travel information on major statewide roads, MBTA schedule information, and the weather forecast before leaving home.
Around Town
Several Open Houses Around Watertown This Weekend
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Check out the homes hosting open houses this week.
Government
Meeting Posting: Public Shade Tree Removal Hearing on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024, 10 a.m.
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The City of Watertown provided the following notice (First published on Dec. 19, at 4 p.m.):
In accordance with Chapter 87 of the Massachusetts General Laws, a Public Shade Tree Removal Hearing will be held via Zoom.
Around Town
Man Who Was Arrested for Drug Trafficking in Watertown Had 500 Grams of Fentanyl
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The U.S. Attorney’s office in Massachusetts provided the following announcement about the New York man arrested in the parking lot of the Watertown Home Depot for allegedly selling drugs to a federal informant. Members of the Watertown Police assisted in the operation. See the announcement below.
Around Town
New Assistant Director Hired for Watertown Recreation Department
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The City of Watertown announced the hiring of a new Assistant Director in the Recreation Department. See the details, below.
Entertainment
WEEKEND FUN: Nutcracker on Stage & on Screen, Vintage Market, Jingle Jam & Yoga
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I am returning from an extended vacation and a visit from COVID with a very Christmas-themed Watertown weekend, my apologies for missing the Chanukah party last weekend. This weekend Watertown is digging into Christmas seriously with both a movie and a live performance of the Nutcracker. The performance at the Mosesian Center is a ballet that takes a different twist on the story. The film of a traditional ballet performance is at the Majestic 7. At Grace Chapel on Sunday afternoon, there is a kid-focused Christmas party, and at Arsenal Yards, a cool pop-up market for buying sustainable locally made gifts. In order to replace the jingle bells in your brain with some relaxation vibes, on Saturday head over to Artemis Yoga for a special yoga class focused on the solstice.
Around Town
Local Podcast: Meet a Local Cookie Maker & the Director of Watertown Cable
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Elan Rohde
Podcast host Matt Hanna spoke with the woman behind one of Watertown’s favorite cookie makers, and also caught up with the executive director of Watertown Cable. Find out more about these episodes of Little Local Conversations.