Police/Fire
Four Motor Vehicles Stolen from Watertown, Dozens More Broken Into
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Watertown Police warn residents to be vigilant after four motor vehicles were stolen from town, and several other vehicle break-ins occuring over the last week.
Watertown Playground Named for Soldier Killed in Vietnam Will be Upgraded
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Drawings of plans for renovating the Lt. Paul Sullivan Playground. (Source: City of Watertown)
A playground named in honor of a Watertown man who died in Vietnam will be getting an update, with new play structures and paving.
Noah Kahan References Watertown in a Song on His New Album
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.
More Headlines
Restaurants Won’t be Allowed to Automatically Include Plastic Utensils Under New Ordinance
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
Around Town
Watertown Group Screening Film “October 8” on Aug. 19
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The following announcement was provided by the Jewish Watertown Action Network:
The Jewish Watertown Action Network (JWAN) invites you to a screening of the film October 8, on Tuesday, August 19 that 6:30 p.m. at the Watertown Public Library.
Entertainment
Musician, Artist Will Appear at Opening of His Exhibition at Armenian Museum of America
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On Saturday, Sept. 6, the Armenian Museum of America will welcome multi-talented artist Serj Tankian. Known for performing with the band System of a Down, Tankian will appear at the opening reception for the exhibition of his artwork at the Watertown-based museum. See more information provided by the AMA below.
Around Town
Curb Installation & Sidewalk Concrete Pouring to Begin on Mt. Auburn Street
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During the week of Aug. 18-22 work on the Mt. Auburn Street Project includes installation of curbs and pouring of concrete for sidewalks, on the East End of town. Also, drainage work will continue. See details in the announcement sent out by the City of Watertown.
Real Estate
Three Watertown Homes Were Sold This Week
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A single family, a two family and a townhouse in Watertown were sold this week.
Around Town
City Gathering Input on the Future of Walker Pond
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Google MapsA Google Maps view of Walkers Pond. The pond is the dark area surrounded by trees. The red line is the city line, with Watertown to the right, and Waltham to the left.
Watertown officials have put out a survey for the community to weigh in on what they would like to see at the new recreation site at Walker Pond, which sits on the border with Waltham on the Westside of town. See the announcement from the City below.
Entertainment
Check Out the Latest Small Saves Cartoon
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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.
Weather
Weather Forecast: A Hot Spell Followed by Cooler Days
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After showers and thunderstorms on Thursday as a cold front pushed through, cooler, less humid air moves in for Friday and Saturday under high pressure. Heat and humidity return briefly Sunday before another front brings showers and storms late Sunday into Monday. Early next week trends cooler and drier, with pleasant late-summer weather lasting into midweek. Signs of fall weather are starting to show, and the last throws of summer may be here this week.