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Contractors Coordinating with East End Businesses Ahead of Sidewalk Replacements

By Charlie Breitrose | March 20, 2026

Kristopher Surette of Tighe & Bond shows the plans for the Mt. Auburn Street Project to members of the Coolidge Square business community. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Businesses in Coolidge Square will face some disruptions from the construction taking place over the spring, summer, and fall of 2026. Sidewalks will be ripped up and replaced as part of the Mt. Auburn Street Project.

New Watertown High School Nearly Done, Remains on Budget

The new Watertown High School is approaching completion, with teachers expected to move in after school ends in June. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Wednesday afternoon, School Committee members, City Councilors and others got to see the new classrooms, theater, gym, and media center that will be enjoyed by Watertown High School students starting in September.

Boston Gold Kings Look to Defend Ryan Arena Ice in First Playoff Game vs. Salem

The Boston Gold Kings will host the Salem Sasquatch in Game 1 of the PPSHL playoffs on March 21 at Ryan Arena. (Courtesy of the Boston Gold Kings)

The Boston Gold Kings bring their own form of March Madness to Watertown on Saturday night as the defending champs play Game 1 of the PPSHL playoffs.

Memory of Fallen Watertown Firefighter Not Forgotten Nine Years After His Death

Watertown Firefighters salute during the ceremony honoring Joe Toscano, the firefighter who died nine years ago while working a fire. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Nine years after losing one of its own, the Watertown Fire Department paid honored to Firefighter Joe Toscano just down the street from where he lost his life. The annual event held at the time of his passing brings together members of the WFD, Toscano’s family, and others who remember the tragic day.

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Charles River Chamber Panel Looked at How Watertown Became a Life Science Hub

WHS Medical Assistant Students Practiced What They Learned in Class in the Real World

Actors’ Shakespeare Project’s 2026-27 Season Features 2 Shows in Watertown

Entertainment

“The Mushroom Cure” to Play Mosesian Center for the Arts April 10–11 for Special Live Filming

By Guest Writer | 34 minutes ago

The following announcement was provided by “The Mushroom Cure”:

Writer and performer Adam Strauss will present his acclaimed solo show “The Mushroom Cure” at the Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown, Massachusetts, on April 10 and 11, 2026. The performances will be filmed to create a feature film of the live show, executive produced by bestselling author Michael Pollan and journalist Hamilton Morris.

Around Town

Lane Shifts, Parking Restrictions on Parts of Mt. Auburn Street This Week

By Guest Writer | March 22, 2026

Planned roadwork on Mt. Auburn Street will result in lane shifts and areas of restricted parking as drainage and conduit is installed and test pits are dug. See more information provided by the City of Watertown, below.

Government

Sen. Brownsberger Seeks Summer Interns, Hosting MassHealth Changes Webinar

By Guest Writer | March 22, 2026

Will Brownsberger

State Sen. Will Brownsberger announced that his office seeks applications for summer internships, and his office will be hosting an information session about changes to MassHealth. See more info in the announcement from the Senator’s office, below.

Real Estate

Five Watertown Homes Were Sold This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | March 22, 2026

This week’s home sales includes two condos, a single family, a two-family and a townhouse.

Around Town

Watertown Recreation Looking For Summer Seasonal Staff

By Guest Writer | March 21, 2026

The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

The City of Watertown’s Recreation Department has multiple seasonal opportunities available, including for the Pequossette Summer Recreation Program.

Government

See the Date for the Next Newton Corner Long-Term Planning Study Meeting

By Guest Writer | March 21, 2026

The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

Please be advised the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will host the fourth Working Group meeting of the Newton Corner Long-Term Planning Study virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Entertainment

Small Saves Makes History in This Week’s Cartoon

By Guest Writer | March 21, 2026

James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. It’s his life’s passion to stand between the pipes and keep the puck out of the net.

Government

City to Give Update on Watertown Square Project at Public Meeting

By Guest Writer | March 20, 2026

The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

The City of Watertown invites you on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 6 p.m. to the Watertown Free Public Library (123 Main St.) for a community meeting about the latest updates with the implementation of the Watertown Square Area Plan.