Top Seeds Prevail in Game 1 of the Summer Basketball League Semifinals

The 2026 semifinals of the Watertown Summer Basketball League began at Saltonstall Park on Wednesday night. Pictured is the tip off of the 2024 Finals. (Courtesy of Watertown Recreation)

On the first night of semifinal play at Saltonstall Park, the top two teams lived up to their seedings and prevailed in each of their best-of-three Papas Elite Basketball League series. See details provided by the League organizers.

WEEKEND FUN: Mindfulness Walk, Didgeridoo Concert, Photos of Armenia, Craft Night, Spritzes

Head to the Watertown Library Saturday to hear a concert featuring the Australian Aboriginal instrument known as the didgeridoo. Take a stroll around Mount Auburn Cemetery on Sunday lead by an ecotherapist. Photos from Armenia are on display at Project Save on Saturday. The Hatch Makerspace is hosting an LGBTQ+ Craft night on Friday. Enjoy one of several spritzes and some Italian food at Bar ‘Cino on Saturday and Sunday.

LETTER: Why Progressives Should Vote for Brownsberger in Sept. 1st State Primary

As a former board President of Progressive Massachusetts and one of PMs first members, I have fought for Progressive legislation for many years and I understand how legislation gets passed. 

So when Will Brownsberger and Dan Lander both called me and asked for my endorsement (as a Watertown City Councilor), despite the fact that Lander and I are more aligned ideologically, I knew the decision was clear — Brownsberger was my choice. 

August Madness Returns — Watertown Summer Basketball League Playoffs Begin

The Papas Elite Summer Basketball League playoffs are underway. Pictured is action from the 2025 finals. (Photo by Watertown Recreation)

Watertown’s Papas Elite Summer Basketball League tipped off the post season on Tuesday night, with the winners moving on to the best-of-three semifinals.

The league features current and former college basketball players. Game 1 of the semifinals series will be played on Wednesday evening at the outdoor courts at Saltonstall Park, behind the Watertown Boys & Girls Club. Games are free to attend.

AFL-CIO Endorses State Senate Candidate

Daniel Lander.

The following announcement was provided by Daniel Lander for State Senate:

The AFL-CIO of Massachusetts has endorsed Daniel Lander’s campaign, marking the first time in years that the organization has endorsed against an incumbent in a democratic primary. The endorsement spotlights Daniel’s commitment to the labor movement, but also highlights Senator Brownsberger’s opposition to supporting unions in Massachusetts.