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Two body works businesses in Watertown had their permits revoked by the Board of Health for violations of the City’s Bodywork Regulations and other local and state regulations. Inspections found evidence of sexual services and employees living at the business.
A new middle school could still be a possibility in the near future, as the City Council discusses the options on Nov. 25, 2026. Above is a vision of what a new Watertown Middle School could look like created by Ai3 Architects.
Tuesday night, the future of the Watertown Middle School may be decided by the City Council.
An illustration of the proposed residential project at 108 Water St. (Courtesy of Eaglebrook Capital).
The Zoning Board of Appeals gave plenty of input on the proposed 52-unit residential project proposed for Water Street, but continued the hearing until December so that designers could make some adjustments to the plans. The board also granted a requested change for the project at 104 Main St., and got an update on the building going up across from the Watertown Library.
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
A screenshot from the Wayside Youth and Family Network Multi Service Center’s PSA.
The Wayside Youth and Family Support Network Multi-Service Center recently debuted a public service announcement on Watertown Cable Access TV, featuring Program Director Sophia Suarez-Friedman.
Watertown High School’s fall production of “Little Women” will go on the Watertown Middle School stage for three shows from Nov. 21 to 23. See more information below.
The annual Tree Lighting featuring a Holiday Market will be held at the ACEC on Nov. 28.
The following announcement was provided by the Armenian Cultural and Educational Center:
The Armenian Cultural and Educational Center (ACEC) recently announced the return of its Annual Tree Lighting featuring a Holiday Market, taking place on starting at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 28, at 47 Nichols Ave. This festive, family-friendly celebration invites community members of all ages to a joyful kick off to the holiday season filled with magic, music and meaningful moments.
The following announcement was provided by the Charles River Chamber:
The Charles River Regional Chamber is launching a new seasonal initiative to encourage residents and visitors to shop locally for art and support the creative economy across Newton, Needham, Watertown and Wellesley.
James Pagounes, second from right, seeks an organ donor before his kidneys fail. He is shown here with his family: wife, Joanne, and sons Othon, Kimon, and Iraklis. (Contributed Photo)
James Pagounes first learned he had polycystic kidney disease 16 years ago, which creates cysts on the kidneys until they no longer function. Now he is in dire need of a kidney donation.
For a decade, Artemis Yoga has been teaching classes in Coolidge Square and the community is invited to celebrate the studio’s 10th anniversary with a day of free classes for the community. See more information provided by Artemis Yoga, below.
Charlie BreitroseThe Watertown Dam near Watertown Square slows the flow of the Charles River. A group is advocating removing the dam.
The following announcement was provided by the Charles River Watershed Association:
The Watertown Dam on the Charles River is owned and operated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) has engaged an engineering consultant to perform a dam removal alternatives analysis study for potential future actions at the Watertown Dam. Join the community meeting this Thursday, November 20, where the DCR project team will present findings from the study and possible future design alternatives for modifications to the dam, including potential dam removal.
Watertown’s Community Preservation Committee will see the presentations for an affordable housing redevelopment project at Willow Park, and rehabilitation of the Commander’s Mansion. See information from the City of Watertown, below.