Posts by Dan Hogan
Pigsgusset Initiative and Watertown Library to Premiere Award Winning Documentary “Stonebreakers”
The following press release was provided by the Pigsgusset Initiative WATERTOWN – Community members are invited to attend the Watertown debut of Stonebreakers, an award winning documentary, that will be showing at the Watertown Free Public Library on April 11, 2024 from 6:30 – 8:30 P.M. Stonebreakers chronicles the conflicts around monuments that arose in…
Read MoreWatertown Porchfest Organizers Share What You Need to Know About City’s Inaugural Musical Extravaganza
WATERTOWN – The City of Watertown will be hosting its first-ever Porchfest on Saturday, May 18th from 12pm-5pm. The event will feature performances from a wide range of artists – not just musicians. There are already dozens of performers from Watertown and elsewhere signed up for the event, but organizers are also looking for more…
Read MoreWatertown “YardArt” Organizers Encourage Community to Participate
WATERTOWN – Although Watertown’s fourth annual YardArt display begins in just a few days, organizers are encouraging residents to get involved regardless of artistic ability. Dawn Evans Scaltreto and Susan B. Jones spoke with WCN about what residents can still do to get involved. Recent Stories
Read MoreCouncil on Aging Grant Will Help Watertown Seniors Easily Make Calls for Rides and Other Services
WATERTOWN – The Watertown Department of Senior Services has received a transportation grant that will help residents use a new rideshare service. GoGo Grandparent will allow seniors to call for rides, get groceries delivered, get work done around the house, and more with a simple phone call. Residents can learn more about this service during…
Read MoreSuperintendent Galdston Shares Updates on Universal Pre-K, New and Departing Staff at WPS, and Upcoming Music & Art Events
WATERTOWN – In the March 21, 2024 Superintendent’s Update with Watertown Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dede Galdston, she shares updates on a couple new hires at WPS, an elementary school principal is retiring after over 40 years, some upcoming art & music events are on the horizon, and the high school construction project. Recent Stories
Read MoreTour WCA-TV’s Brand New Studio During Grand Opening Celebration
The entire Watertown community is invited to come tour WCA-TV’s brand new studio! Watertown Cable Access Corp. (WCA-TV) has officially opened its doors to the public after several months of renovation and relocation from Watertown High School. On April 11th from 4pm-7pm, WCA-TV will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at its new…
Read MoreFood Insecurity in Watertown | Part 1
Watertown – In cooperation with the Watertown News and thanks to a generous grant from the Watertown Community Foundation, Watertown Cable News is producing a series of videos chronicling issues of hunger and food insecurity in the community. In part 1 of the series, we talk to a number of different stakeholders in the community…
Read MoreDozens of Musicians to Perform in Watertown to Raise Money for Music Programs in Schools
The following announcement was provided by Friends of Watertown Music WATERTOWN – Friends of Watertown Music invites you to attend our 11th Annual MusicFest, on Friday, March 15. Doors open at 5:15 and musical performances run from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m., at the Watertown Middle School. MusicFest is a fun community event, offering something for everyone! The event features…
Read MoreHigh School Students Can Apply for Watertown Cable Access Scholarship
WATERTOWN – The WCA-TV Board of Directors and Executive Director Andrea Santopietro are proud to officially open the application process for the Watertown Cable Access Scholarship for the Class of 2024. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS is APRIL 12th, 2024. (2) Scholarships are available for $1,000 each. Eligibility is open to any graduating student of the Class…
Read MoreWatertown Library, Wayside Offer Workshops to Help Parents Communicate with Their Teens
The following press release was provided by the Watertown Free Public Library WATERTOWN – All parents can, on occasion, use help in communicating with their children, especially with teens. Wayside Youth and the Teen Department of the Watertown Free Public Library will be offering a free series for parents who sometimes get stymied when they try to…
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