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New Middle School Moves a Step Closer to Reality; Council Approves Funds for Parks Projects

By Charlie Breitrose | June 12, 2026

A vision of what a new Watertown Middle School could look like created by Ai3 Architects and presented to the School Committee in October 2025.

The possibility of building a new Middle School in Watertown moved a step closer to becoming a reality at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The Council also approved funding for projects at City parks, the library, Police Station, and for Watertown’s Treaty Day celebration.

City Council to Consider Changes to Noise Ordinance, Including New Allowed Hours for Lawn Work

Watertown’s City Hall.

Proposed changes to Watertown’s Noise Ordinance will soon be discussed by the City Council, including changes of hours for lawn and garden maintenance.

Effort to Start Food Co-op Half Way There, Board Starting to Seek Sites

The effort to bring a food co-op to the Watertown area reached a major milestone recently, and has gained momentum in its effort to open a retail store.

WORLD CUP: Local Watch Parties & Festivities But Less Economic Impact Than Predicted

Fans from around the globe will be coming to the United States for the FIFA World Cup, which kicks off June 11, including for several games in the Boston area. There are plenty of ways to take in some of the atmosphere and the spirit of the world’s largest sporting event in and around Watertown.

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Police/Fire

Watertown Police Announce Promotions to Captain, Lieutenant and Sergeant

By Guest Writer | 3 hours ago

Three Watertown Police officers received promotions: Mark Lewis, far left, Ken Swift, second from right, and Joseph Farrar, far right. They are pictured with Police Chief Justin Hanrahan, center, and City Manager George Proakis, second from left. (Courtesy of Watertown Police)

Three Watertown Police officers received promotions this week during a ceremony at the Watertown Police Station. See more details in the announcement from the WPD, below.

Environment

Watertown Area in Level 3 Critical Drought

By Guest Writer | 3 hours ago

The Mass. Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs announced that the region that includes Watertown has reached Critical Drought levels. See more information in the announcement from the City of Watertown, below.

Entertainment

COMIC: Small Saves Tries to Get a Slice of the Cake

By Guest Writer | 3 hours ago

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.

Entertainment

Grecian Festival Returns to Watertown This Weekend

By Guest Writer | June 12, 2026

Watertown’s Taxiarchae-Archangels Greek Orthodox Church will host the annual Grecian Festival this weekend with three days of music, dancing, food and more. See details from the organizers, below.

Elections

State Senate, State Rep. Candidates Endorsed by Housing Group

By Guest Writer | June 12, 2026

Abundant Housing Massachusetts announce the endorsement of a pair of candidates running to represent Watertown in the State Legislature. See information in the announcement from AHMA, below.

Real Estate

Two Dozen Open Houses Around Watertown This Weekend

By Charlie Breitrose | June 12, 2026

Homebuyers have several new listings to check out Watertown’s open houses this week.

Entertainment

WEEKEND FUN: Cinderella, Comedy Watch Party, Run Club, Children’s Author, Bourbon Day

By Charlie Breitrose | June 11, 2026

If you need a break from the World Cup (or do not follow soccer), Watertown has plenty of events to choose from this weekend. All weekend, Watertown Children’s Theatre will present Cinderella. Fans of comedy can join the watch party for the finale of Taskmaster UK. This weekend looks hot, but the Watertown Running Club has a pair of runs before the mercury rises. On Sunday, the Watertown Library hosts children’s author Melissa Stewart. Looking for some libations, head to Donohue’s in Sunday for National Bourbon Day.

Letters

LETTER: Parents Concerned About Students With Disabilities, Call for “Vote of No Confidence” for School Administrator

By Guest Writer | June 11, 2026

To the Editor,

We are a group of Watertown caregivers and community members writing to raise urgent awareness about an active community petition concerning the experiences of students with disabilities in Watertown Public Schools.