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Noah Kahan References Watertown in a Song on His New Album

By Charlie Breitrose | May 3, 2026

Noah Kahan, from his Facebook page.

Watertown got a shoutout in Noah Kahan’s latest album “The Great Divide.” The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter said he enjoyed the time he spent living in town.

City Hall Annex at Parker Building to Temporarily Close

The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

The City’s Parker Building at 124 Watertown Street will be temporarily closed from May 2-12, 2026, to undergo electrical service upgrades in the building.

School Officials Outline Strategies to Improve Watertown’s Special Education Program

A study of the Watertown Public Schools’ special education found a number of areas of concerns, including a lack of uniformity, a need for better communication with families, and a distrust among parents of students in the program.

Restaurants Won’t be Allowed to Automatically Include Plastic Utensils Under New Ordinance

Restaurants in Watertown will not longer be able to automatically include packets of plastic utensils with takeout or deliver orders. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

A new ordinance approved by the City Council prohibits restaurants from automatically including plastic utensils with takeout orders, however customers can request these items when they order or pick up their food.

More Headlines

Council President Outlines City’s Protections for Undocumented Immigrants, Does Not Favor an Executive Order

Watertown Eco Fest will Feature Sustainable Vendors, Demonstrations & Activities for All Ages

Robotics Company Builds on Watertown’s History of Manufacturing in Former Mill Building

Sports

JIM’S VIEW: Watertown Field Hockey’s Streak Ends in Battle of 2024 State Champs

By Jim Vershbow, Contributor | September 24, 2025

Coaches often speak in cliches. Kids gave it their all… Every game is a big game… We learned a lot about ourselves tonight… and so on. All those cliches would be true after tonight’s non-league game between Somerset Berkley and Watertown at Victory Field. Watertown came into the game as four-time defending Division 3 Champs, 6-0 in 2025 and on a 103 undefeated streak spanning more than five seasons. Somerset came into the contest with one loss and a title, having won the Division 2 State title in 2024. Something had to give on a warm and muggy third night of Fall. What everyone in attendance was treated to was an exciting and hard-fought high school athletic contest, one that reminded one and all why athletic competition can be so cool, so fun, and so heartbreaking.

Elections

City Councilor At-Large Candidates to Debate at Chamber’s Virtual Forum

By Guest Writer | September 24, 2025

Candidates for Watertown City Councilor At-Large.

The following information was provided by the Charles River Regional Chamber:

Join us for a virtual forum with candidates for Watertown City Councilor At-Large ahead of the Nov. 4 municipal election.

Around Town

Watertown Filmmaker’s Documentary Following Women in Recovery Airing on PBS

By Guest Writer | September 24, 2025

The following announcement was provided by PBS World:

Watertown filmmaker Lisa Olivieri is thrilled to announce that Recovery City will have its National Broadcast Premiere on PBS WORLD Channel on Sept. 29th at 8 p.m. Filmed over the course of four years in Worcester, Massachusetts, Recovery City is a raw exploration of what it means to be in recovery as seen through the eyes of four women whose lives share a common thread: addiction.

Government

State Rep. Lawn Thanks Governor, Legislature for Passing Bill to Provide Funding for Hospitals, Community Health Centers

By Guest Writer | September 23, 2025

Massachusetts State House (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The following announcement was provided by the Healey-Driscoll Administration:

On Sept. 22, Governor Maura Healey signed An Act making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects to ensure critical funding for hospitals and community health centers in Massachusetts while also reimbursing for services for uninsured and underinsured residents.

Schools

Watertown Students Earn Honors, Graduate & More

By Charlie Breitrose | September 23, 2025

Watertown students at MCPHS, Hamilton College, Holy Cross, SNHU, Rhode Island, and Muhlenberg College have received honors, graduated or had other achievements.

Government

State of the City Address Will Take Place on September 30

By Guest Writer | September 23, 2025

City Council President Mark Sideris and City Manager George Proakis will provide their annual update about the City of Watertown at the end of September. See the details in the announcement sent out by the City of Watertown below.

Government

State Rep. Owens Hosting 3 Office Hours to Meet with the Public in September

By Guest Writer | September 23, 2025

State Rep. Steve Owens.

Residents can meet with State Rep. Steve Owens on Sept. 29. The office hours will be held at one of Watertown’s cafes. See details in the information provided by Owens’ office.

Government

Council Gives City Manager High Marks in Review, Also Some Suggestions

By Charlie Breitrose | September 22, 2025

Watertown City Manager George Proakis.

City Manager George Proakis received a high rating from the City Council in his annual review for Fiscal Year 2025, though members of the Council had some constructive criticism, too.