Watertown School Committee Invites Public to Suggest Names for Auditorium and Gym at New High School

WATERTOWN, MA – Watertown School Committee Chair Kendra Foley recently sat down with WCA-TV to discuss the process of naming the new auditorium and gymnasium at the soon-to-be-completed Watertown High School. Foley explained that this exciting opportunity allows the community to propose names for these key facilities, as part of the broader effort to recognize…

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MA Senate Hires Watertown Resident Dr. Kathryn Bethea-Rivera as Manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The following press release was provided by the Massachusetts Senate Boston– The Massachusetts State Senate announced today that Kathryn A. Bethea-Rivera, Ph.D., has been hired as the new Human Resources Manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the Senate. “On behalf of the entire Senate, I am very pleased to welcome Kathryn to our Human…

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Watertown Arts Market Brings Together City’s Most Creative Small Businesses and Organizations

Watertown – The fourth annual Watertown Arts Market took place on Saturday, August 17th, at Filippello Park, drawing nearly 100 participants, including arts and culture organizations, small businesses, non-profits, and city entities. These groups came together to educate attendees about their services, offer engaging activities, and showcase a variety of goods for sale. The event,…

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Celebrated Boston Area Artists Will Speak at Watertown Library Next Month

The following press release was provided by the Watertown Free Public Library WATERTOWN – On Tuesday, September 10, the Watertown Free Public Library (WFPL) invites you to join in conversation with celebrated Boston area artists about their work, creative processes, collaborations, and experiences with WHERE ARE ALL THE BLACK PEOPLE AT, a project and movement…

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Governor’s Council Candidates Interviewed on WCA-TV in Advance of Massachusetts Primary

Watertown – The Massachusetts primary election is fast approaching, with a spotlight on the Governor’s Council race. This often-overlooked body plays a crucial role in approving judicial appointments, pardons, and commutations. In district 3, which represents Watertown, incumbent of 25 years Marilyn Devaney will be running against public defender Mara Dolan. The Massachusetts primary election…

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Watertown Community Foundation Funds High School Internships at Local Organizations

The following press release was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation Watertown – Since 2015 the Watertown Community Foundation has made  it possible for high school students in Watertown to gain valuable professional experience by  funding summer internships. Nearly 70 high-schoolers have received stipends from the  Watertown Community Foundation High School Internship Program since it…

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Watertown Community Foundation Awards $110K in Grants to Local Organizations

The following press release was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation Watertown – In the largest grant cycle of the year, the Watertown  Community Foundation has provided financial support to non-profits and programs across the  city, so all Watertown’s residents continue to thrive in a vibrant, welcoming community. The  Foundation awarded a total of $110,000…

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