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Local Church Holding Palm Sunday, Easter Services
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First Baptist Church of Belmont
The First Baptist Church of Belmont will be holding services on Palm Sunday and Easter.
Watertown’s Special Education Program “Needs Assistance” According to State Report
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For the first time, the Watertown Public Schools’ Special Education program has failed to earn a grade of “Meets Requirements” from state officials. The School Committee heard a report about the shortfalls and possible solutions at its Dec. 8 meeting.
Flock Cameras: City Manager Working Out Details of Contract for License Plate Reading Devices
Watertown’s contract with the Flock Safety company for eight license plate reading cameras was signed in September, but City officials are working on changing the section covering when data will be shared with other law enforcement. Meanwhile, a neighboring community terminated its contract with Flock, and another is determining its own policy for using the cameras.
Police Log: Man Caught Trying to Break Into Cars, Driver Arrested After Flipping Vehicle on Its Side
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Community Preservation Funds Approved for 2 Affordable Housing Projects & Work at the Commander’s Mansion
A rendering of the affordable Willow Park affordable housing complex.
Funding for a home for adults with special needs, to help build a 138 unit affordable housing complex, and to replace the elevator at a historic home owned by the City of Watertown were approved by the City Council Tuesday night.
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Mixed Use Building With 40 Residential Units on Mt. Auburn St. Approved by Planning Board
Two Bus Lines in Watertown Will Run More Frequently Starting Soon
Watertown Field Hockey Coach Receives National Award
Development
Major Residential, Retail Project Proposed for Main Street, Near Watertown Square
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Icon ArchitectureA view of the proposed project at 104-126 Main St. from Main Street.
A five-story mixed use project with housing units on top of retail and commercial space may be coming to Main Street. The development would include properties that currently include the Post Office, a restaurant, a boutique and other properties.
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Watertown Community Foundation Seeks Applications for $125K in Spring Grants
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The Watertown Community Foundation (WCF) announces two Spring 2022 grant programs to support local nonprofits, community-based organizations, programs, and projects. Approximately $125,000 will be distributed.
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Watertown Fitness Studio Offers Free Mother’s Day Event to Support Food Pantry
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Get Lively health and fitness coach Jan Taylor will be offering a free Mother’s Day Bootcamp which will benefit the Watertown Food Pantry.
The following announcement was provided by Get Lively:
Watertown-based Get Lively®: Health & Fitness (Get Lively) is offering a free bootcamp-style class for all fitness levels on Sunday, May 8 from 9 to 10:30 a.m., followed by coffee and brunch bites. People are encouraged to bring someone with them: a mother, sister, friend or anyone else. All are welcome.
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Semifinalists Interviewed by Library Director Search Committee
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Watertown Free Public LibraryThe Watertown Free Public Library.
The semifinalists for the Watertown library director were interviewed last week and finalists will be chosen by the Preliminary Screening Committee.
Entertainment
Watertown Arts Market is Back! Artists, Sponsors & Volunteers Wanted
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Natalie WatanabeA local artist leads a craft activity at the Watertown Arts Market in 2021.
The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
The Watertown Business Coalition is delighted to partner with the City of Watertown to announce the 2nd annual Watertown Arts Market which will take place at Arsenal Park on Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Once again, this celebratory event brings together the abundance of artists, arts and cultural organizations, and related businesses serving Watertown. The Watertown Arts Market will be free to attend. More information is available atwww.watertownartsmarket.com.
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Watertown Dance Studio Hosting Free Encanto Dance Parties
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The following announcement was provided by Move & Groove Watertown:
Does your kiddo love Encanto? Move & Groove Watertown is hosting two FREE Encanto dance parties on April 16th and May 14th, and we would LOVE to have you join us! The kiddos will dance to the Encanto soundtrack, play games, and create a magical art project.
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Police Log: Replacement ATM Card Taken & Used, Job Seeker Scammed
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.