Real Estate
More Than 2 Dozen Open Houses in Watertown This Week
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Check out the list of properties hosting tours in town this weekend.
Students & Parents Ask for Armenian Classes to be Expanded; French Most Popular World Language Unavailable at WHS
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The sign for the temporary Watertown High School at PFC Richard Moxley Field. (Courtesy by City of Watertown)
Watertown High School students, alumni, and parents of students who took part in the Armenian language program urged School officials to bolster the program for fear of losing the classes that are more than just about learning a language.
New Head of Perkins School for the Blind Looks to Build on Legacy, Advocate for the Visually Impaired
Perkins School for the Blind President and CEO David Barth, right, speaks with a student during the White Cane Walk. (Courtesy of Perkins School for the Blind)
David Barth did not take the most direct route to becoming Perkins School for the Blind’s President and CEO, but he told Watertown News that the work helping some of the most vulnerable children get the education, services, and rights that they deserve is something he has done during his whole career.
Unwanted Surprises Drive Up Cost of Renovation of the City’s Parker Annex Building
The Parker Annex Building (Courtesy of City of Watertown)
City officials have learned what it’s like to renovate a 100+ year old building, and the unwanted surprises that come with it. On Tuesday night, the City Council approved a $373,000 budget transfer to cover the cost of unexpected additional repairs, as well as to insulate the Parker Annex.
Students, Families Formed “Bike Bus” to Get to Hosmer School This Spring
A group of Hosmer Elementary School students met at Casey Park on Fridays this Spring to form a Bike Bus and ride to school. (Contributed Photo)
During the spring, a group of students and their families rode their bicycles from the Southside to Hosmer Elementary School, forming what became known as the Bike Bus.
More Headlines
New Watertown High School Nearing Completion — See Photos
Watertown’s Independence Day Celebration Includes, Concert & Light Show
City Manager, Council President Answer Questions About Watertown Square Garage
Entertainment
Last Tour of Historic Edmund Fowle House Before Summer Coming Up Sunday
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The Edmund Fowle House & Museum with our 2022 Yard Art exhibit on display. (Photo courtesy of Joyce Kelly)
This Sunday is the last chance for a few months to visit Watertown’s second oldest standing home, the Edmund Fowle House.
Letters
LETTER: City Should Hire Independent Polling Group to Gauge Public Opinion on Major Issues
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On June 9, two of us – Watertown residents Bruce Coltin and Josh Rosmarin — spoke at the City Council’s public forum to present our case for the City to commission a polling organization to better determine where residents stand on major issues.
Entertainment
WEEKEND FUN: Dance Performance, Solstice Celebration, Bike Ride, World Cup Watch Party, New Play
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This weekend you can get out and enjoy the nice weather during a Summer Solstice celebration, check out the first performance by the Boston Dance Company in Watertown, catch a World Cup game or two, see a new play, and take a bike ride while learning some history on Juneteenth.
Government
Closures in Watertown for the Juneteenth Holiday
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The City of Watertown’s facilities will be closed Friday for the Juneteenth holiday. See more information from the City of Watertown, below.
Sports
Young Watertown Cancer Survivor Takes Part in World Cup Pre-Game Ceremony
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Watertown’s Graham Phillips and his father Jonathan in the stands for the June 13 World Cup game after Graham was a flag bearer in the pre-game ceremony. (Contributed Photo)
The eyes of soccer fans around the globe caught a glimpse of a 13-year-old boy from Watertown as he took part in the pre-game ceremony on June 13 before the Scotland-Haiti game in Foxborough.
Entertainment
Grab a Scoop of Ice Cream and Support the Watertown Arts Market
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Support the Watertown Arts Market (WAM) and get a tasty treat during an upcoming ice cream fundraiser. See more details provided by WAM, below.
Elections
State Senate Candidate Endorsed by Working Families Party
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Daniel Lander.
The following announcement was provided by The Lander Committee:
Daniel Lander announced today that his campaign was endorsed by the Working Families Party, demonstrating his commitment to building a status quo that fights for working people in Massachusetts. The endorsement highlights Daniel’s vision for a Massachusetts where everyone can build a good life.