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Council 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 MoreCity Plans to Add Six New Pickleball Courts at Watertown’s Filippello Park
Watertown – The City of Watertown is working to accommodate the fast growing sport in the country. In the fall of 2023, 99 residents signed up to participate in the Watertown Recreation Department’s pickleball league. But with only one court in town, things got a little crowded. During a community meeting on February 20th, recreation…
Read MoreFree Health and Wellness Fair for Senior Citizens Happening This Week
Watertown – The City of Watertown’s Department of Senior Services is offering a free Health & Wellness Fair to all senior citizens on Wednesday, November 15th from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at the Commander’s Mansion, located at 440 Talcott Avenue in Watertown. Schedule of Presentations12pm Watertown Senior Services – Welcome Intro ~ 12:10p12:15pm Watertown Council on…
Read MoreLearn About Serving on Watertown’s First Human Rights Commission During Upcoming Event
The following press release was provided by World in Watertown Watertown – The City of Watertown is currently seeking applicants to serve on its newly formed Human Rights Commission. The Human Rights Commission will educate the community about human rights, build connections across the City to prevent and address discrimination, and provide support and resources to…
Read MoreEarly Voting Begins This Week | Resources for Watertown’s Local Election
On November 7th, Watertown voters will head to the polls to vote on contested races for City Council President and School Committee. Here is everything you need to know to help you prepare to cast your ballot. Election DayNovember 7th, 2023Polls open from 7am-8pmConfirm your voting location Polling Locations Precinct 1 Hellenic Cultural Center 29…
Read MoreBruins Foundation, Hall of Fame Coach Jerry York Help Celebrate Watertown’s New Hockey Rink and Ball Courts
Watertown – Watertown’s newest recreation facilities received a proper welcome this week during a ceremony at PFC Richard Moxley field on Wednesday, October 25th. The Boston Bruins Foundation joined the celebration, which included Foundation President Bob Sweeney, Bruins mascot Blades, and national anthem singer Todd Angilly. The foundation also made a donation of new youth…
Read MoreWatertown Kicks Off Planning Process to Improve Watertown Square
WATERTOWN – The City of Watertown held a kickoff event on October 17th for the Watertown Square Area Plan. The event drew hundreds of people to 64 Pleasant St., where Planning officials and project leaders shared some information about current conditions of the square and what next steps will be. The City of Watertown is…
Read MoreWatertown Celebrates the Completed Renovation of Irving Park; One of the First Community Preservation Act Projects
Watertown – Members of the Community Preservation Committee, along with neighbors and City Officials, celebrated the completion of the Irving Park project on Saturday, October 14th. The project is the first to be completed using Community Preservation Act funds since the legislation was enacted in Watertown. The CPA adds a small surcharge on property taxes…
Read MoreCity Manager Outlines Police Chief Search Process, Residents Weigh In
WATERTOWN – City Manager George Proakis hosted a forum on Monday, July 24th to meet with residents to outline the process of selecting the next Chief of Police. Members of the community also had a chance to share what qualities they’d like in their next law enforcement leader. Watch the full input forum from July…
Read MoreDigital Equity in Watertown Focus of Recent Meeting, Survey, and WCA-TV Show
WATERTOWN – To further its digital equity efforts, the City of Watertown is pleased to collaborate with the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) on a residential survey. All are encouraged to complete the survey which is intended to assess internet accessibility, device and technical support availability, service affordability, and digital education needs within the community. Data gathered from this survey will be used…
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