State Raises West Nile Risk Level to High

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Watertown West Nile Virus Risk Elevated to High

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health raised Watertown's West Nile virus risk level to "high" on Wednesday, one of 11 Greater Boston communities now at that level, while 250 other cities and towns are listed as moderate. The state has confirmed six human cases this year and 273 WNV-positive mosquito samples statewide. Officials say the virus is rarely fatal but can cause meningitis or encephalitis in a small fraction of cases, and are urging residents to take precautions.

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Councilor Tony Palomba Holds Annual Town Hall Meeting

Watertown Councilor At-Large Tony Palomba hosts his annual town hall meeting Thursday, Sept. 10, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, giving residents a chance to raise questions and discuss municipal issues.

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Community Care Van Offers Health Outreach in Watertown

The Watertown Housing Authority welcomes the Community Care Van Thursday, Sept. 10, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., offering healthcare support and community resources to residents.

Watertown Housing Authority

Infant Song and Story Session at Watertown Public Library

A children's librarian leads a Baby Time early-literacy session Thursday, Sept. 10, from 11 to 11:30 a.m. in the Watertown Savings Bank Room at the library, with songs, rhymes, and stories for pre-walking babies and caregivers. No registration required.

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Watertown Free Public Library Hosts Patio Sensory Play

The Watertown Free Public Library holds an outdoor Patio Sensory Play morning Thursday, Sept. 10, for children ages 0-5, with hands-on sensory tables on the library patio. No registration needed.

Watertown Free Public Library

Youth Auditions Open for 'The Enchanted Bookshop' Production

The Watertown Children's Theatre holds orientation and auditions for its Black Box production for grades 3-5 Thursday, Sept. 10, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Mosesian Center for the Arts.

Mosesian Center for the Arts

City Council Petitions USPS to Retain Watertown Square Branch

The Watertown City Council approved and sent a formal letter to postal officials Tuesday urging the USPS not to permanently close the Watertown Square branch.

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The Residence at Watertown Square Hosts Fondue Tasting Event

The Residence at Watertown Square hosts 'A Fondue Affair' for residents and community members Thursday, Sept. 10, from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

The Residence at Watertown Square

Climate & Energy Committee Holds Member Interviews

The Watertown City Council's Committee on Climate and Energy meets Thursday, Sept. 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Office to interview candidates for the Environment and Energy Efficiency Committee.

City of Watertown

Historical Commission Reviews Demolition Delay Proposals

The Watertown Historical Commission convenes Thursday, Sept. 10, at 8:30 a.m. for a preliminary review of property applications subject to the city's demolition delay ordinance.

City of Watertown

Historical Society Offers Historic Houses Talk Sept. 13

The Historical Society of Watertown hosts 'Historic Houses of Watertown' Sunday, Sept. 13, at 2 p.m. in the Watertown Savings Bank Meeting Room at the Watertown Free Public Library.

Historical Society of Watertown