Posts by Daniel Carito
Watertown Kicks Off Holiday Season with Inclusive “Merry Mingle” Celebration
WATERTOWN, MA – On Sunday, December 1st, the Commander’s Mansion hosted the City of Watertown’s inaugural “Merry Mingle” event, marking a joyful and inclusive start to the holiday season. Formerly known as the “Whoville Jubilee,” the event was rebranded to reflect the diversity of the Watertown community and celebrate winter holidays from various cultures and…
Read MoreVintage Automobiles on Display During Watertown’s First Classic Car Show
Watertown – The City of Watertown hosted its inaugural “Watertown Wheels” classic car show at the Commander’s Mansion on Sunday, July 14th. Dozens of vintage automobiles were on display during the free public event. Paul Melanson and his 1958 Pontiac Star Chief were voted “Best in Show” during the inaugural event. Recent Stories
Read MoreFind Dozens of New and Returning Vendors at the Watertown Farmers’ Market Every Wednesday
Watertown – The Watertown Farmers’ Market is now open for its 11th season. The market is open every Wednesday from 2:30pm-6:30pm until October at Saltonstall Park in Watertown, MA. Learn more at watertownmarket.com. Recent Stories
Read MoreWatertown Kicks Off Pride Month with Parade and Festival
Watertown – Watertown kicked off Pride Month on Sunday, June 2nd with a parade from Moxley Park to Saltonstall Park that was followed by a festival with entertainment, community booths, art displays, and much more. Recent Stories
Read MoreMemorial Bricks Added to Watertown Veterans Garden During Memorial Day Weekend
Watertown – Memorial bricks are added to the veterans Freedom Garden outside Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion on the Friday before Memorial Day during the annual Poppy Social. Recent Stories
Read MoreWatertown & Belmont Celebrate Juneteenth During Weekend-Long Event
WATERTOWN – On June 17th and 18th, Watertown Community for Black Lives (WCBL) teamed up with the Belmont Human Rights Commission for an entire weekend of activities to celebrate Juneteenth. This was the third annual event organized by WCBL, but it marked the first time the holiday was celebrated in Belmont. Recent Stories
Read MoreOrdinance Establishing Watertown’s First Human RIghts Commission Heads to Council for Approval
WATERTOWN – The Watertown City Council’s subcommittee on Rules & Ordinances voted during its June 5th meeting to send the final draft of a Human Rights Commission ordinance to the CIty Council for approval. The establishment of a Human Rights Commission was one of over two-dozen additions to the city’s Home Rule Charter in 2021.…
Read MoreCity of Watertown Begins Process of Finding New Fire Chief
WATERTOWN – The City of Watertown has been without a permanent fire chief for nearly a year following thee retirement of former chief Bob Quinn. On Monday, March 6th, the City Council’s subcommittee on Public Safety began the process of finding and selecting a new chief. Watch the full meeting below: Recent Stories
Read MoreCity Officials and Residents Begin Process of Establishing Watertown’s First Human Rights Commission
WATERTOWN – The City Council’s Subcommittee on Rules & ordinances met on Tuesday, February 7th to begin discussions with the public about establishing a Human Rights Commission. The establishment of an HRC was one of about two-dozen changes made to the Home Rule Charter that took effect in 2022. Watch the full meeting below: Recent…
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