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Drainage Installation and Work on Traffic Signals Planned This Week on Mt. Auburn Street

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During the week of March 16-20, the Mt. Auburn Street Project includes drainage installation and work on new traffic signal risers. See details provided by the City of Watertown, below. The Mount Auburn Street Complete Street Project is a MassDOT funded and managed initiative to fully reconstruct State Route 16, creating a safer, more accessible street for all users, whether traveling by car, bicycle, transit, or on foot. Below, you’ll find this week’s project update, including upcoming construction activities, anticipated traffic impacts, a look at the project’s final design in the area of work, and access to view more info on the projects history and details.

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Fallen Watertown Firefighter to be Honored on Anniversary of His Death

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Watertown Fire DepartmentFirefighter Joseph Toscano

The public is invited to honor a fallen Watertown Firefighter on the ninth anniversary of his line-of-duty death. See details provided by the Watertown Fire Department, below. On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 10:16 AM, the Watertown Fire Department will hold a remembrance ceremony honoring Firefighter Joseph A. Toscano on the ninth anniversary of his line-of-duty death. Firefighter Toscano was killed on March 17, 2017, while operating at a house fire at 29 Merrifield Avenue. The ceremony will take place at the Firefighter Joseph Toscano Memorial located at the corner of Bigelow Avenue and Merrifield Avenue.

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Watertown Recreation Offering April Vacation Programs, Sign Up Open

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Watertown Recreation will host a April Vacation Program from April 21 to 24. See details in the information from the Rec Department, below. Our April Vacation Program will offer participants the opportunity to be with friends in a fun and positive environment. Participants will be divided into groups by grade at the beginning of the program and will participate in various activities throughout the day such as sports, group games, movies, arts & crafts, special events/trips, with lunch break and snack break. Tuesday: A fun day filled with activities led by our staff!

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Hear High Schoolers’ Perspectives & Experiences at Community Forum

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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment:

Come engage with students from Watertown High School in a community forum focusing on student perspectives and experiences. Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment will be featuring student voices at our next quarterly meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 8th from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Watertown Savings Bank room at the Watertown Free Public Library.  

The forum’s focus is to promote dialogue between high school students and community members. Students will highlight what is working for them in Watertown as well as what can be improved. The key question is “How can adults in Watertown support our youth?” Other questions that will be addressed include: What challenges/issues/concerns are young people facing in Watertown? How does Watertown provide support for young people? What do you want community members to know about youth today?  

Participants will be able to engage with students in small discussion groups. Community members are encouraged to register in advance and to include any questions for the students with your registration. Registration is encouraged, not required. The evening is free and open to all interested community members. Refreshments will be served. Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment (WCPJE) is a non-profit, community-based organization that works to protect the environment, promote sound environmental practices, oppose war and aggression, cultivate peace and security, and advocate for social and economic justice. For more information about WCPJE visit our website: https://watertowncitizens.org/.

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Watertown Unveils Visitors Guide Ahead of Busy Summer of 2026

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The cover of the Watertown Visitors Guide, produced by the City of Watertown. Watertown’s history, activities, dining and more have been highlighted in the new Watertown Visitors Guide. The City of Watertown produced the four-page booklet in anticipation of a busy summer in Greater Boston. On Tuesday night, City Manager George Proakis provided the City Council with some details about the Visitors Guide, which was produced by the Watertown Economic Development. “Watertown has a Visitors Guide, which is a nice color glossy explanation of everything from our City events to dining options to knowing their way around Watertown,” Proakis said.

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New Dining Option with a 20+ Menus Hosting Grand Opening Celebration in Watertown

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Wonder will celebrate the grand opening of its Watertown location on March 19. (Courtesy of Wonder)

Wonder, which has been called a virtual food hall, will mark the opening of its new Watertown location with a grand opening celebration on March 19 with samples, giveaways, and activities. See the announcement from Wonder, below. Marking the official opening of its new location in Watertown, Wonder will host a grand opening celebration featuring live music, giveaways, and surprises from local partners, along with free samples of popular chef-inspired menu items. 

A ribbon cutting will be held at 4:30 p.m. on March 19, followed by the Grand Opening Celebration from 5 t0 7 p.m. Wonder is located at 541 Arsenal St., Watertown (in Arsenal Yards near Poke Works, Chip City, and ButterBird). Please note: Wonder will operate during usual business hours on grand opening day (open from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.)

The first 100 guests will receive special swag bags, including a tote bag featuring custom artwork by Julia Emiliani, as well as a Wonder branded hat and a limited edition Julia Emiliani sticker sheet.

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Watertown’s Winter Parking Ban Has Ended

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The City of Watertown announced that the overnight ban for on-street parking has ended. The City sent out the following announcement on Wednesday morning:

“The Winter Parking Ban has been lifted effective immediately, today, Wednesday, March 11, 2026.” In November, Proakis announced that Watertown would have a shortened Winter Parking Ban for 2025-26, from Jan. 1 to March 1. However, due to the size of the snow banks left after the major snow storms in January and February, City Manager George Proakis said that the overnight parking ban would continue into March.