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

By Charlie Breitrose | 4 hours ago

Fans from around the globe will be coming to the United States for the FIFA World Cup, which kicks off June 10, 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.

Watertown Farmers Market Opens This Week, See Who Will be There, Including New Vendors

The Watertown Farmers Market returns on June 10, 2026. (Courtesy of Watertown Farmers Market)

The Watertown Farmers Market season begins this week, with the first market of 2026 taking place on Wednesday. See more information about what to expect, how to get there, and food asssistance programs in the announcement provided by the Watertown Farmers Market, below.

Watertown Pride 2026 — See Photos of the Festivities

The Parade started the festivities for Watertown Pride 2026 on June 6. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Watertown Pride returned to Watertown Square for the fifth year on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Congrats Grads! — See Photos from the Class of 2026

A member of the Watertown High School Class of 2026 gets a hug after receiving her diploma (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The 175 members of Watertown High School’s Class of 2026 celebrated their graduation at Victory Field Friday afternoon. See the list of graduates and photos from the ceremony.

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Around Town

New Watertown Non-Profit Helping People with Special Needs Lead Productive Adult Lives

By Guest Writer | December 27, 2017

Nearly 70 people, including a number of young adults with special needs, gathered at the Sons of Italy hall on December 14 for an evening of fun and games – with a serious purpose.

Around Town

January at the Senior Center: Learn About Local Taxes & Exemptions, Visit from Therapy Dog and Much More

By Guest Writer | December 26, 2017

The New Year is filled with activities and events at the Watertown Senior Center, including a session to learn about local property taxes, medication management and a visit from a therapy dog.

Business

Belmont Savings Collects Gifts for Home for Little Wanderers

By Guest Writer | December 26, 2017

Belmont Savings Bank recently collected more than 100 gifts for the upcoming annual Big Wishes Gift Drive to benefit the Home for Little Wanderers, according to a bank press release.

Around Town

Cancer Won’t Stop Mount Auburn Hospital Nurse from Helping Newborns at Christmas

By Guest Writer | December 25, 2017

A 45-year-old Mount Auburn Hospital maternity nurse battling stage 3 brain cancer is giving back to the hospital’s newborns in a big way. But not alone. Here’s a true story of holiday friendship, according to the hospital. 

Charity

Tufts Health Plan Foundation Awards Over $1 Million in Grants

By Guest Writer | December 25, 2017

The Tufts Health Plan Foundation announced new community investments of more than $1.1 million. The eight new grants reflect a commitment to advancing inclusive policies that create thriving and vital communities that work for people of all ages.

Around Town

See What is Open and Closed on Christmas Day

By Charlie Breitrose | December 24, 2017

Most retail stores are closed on Christmas Day, and all government offices are closed on Monday. Here are the details about what is open and closed on Dec. 25, 2017.

Real Estate

Six Properties Sold in Watertown This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | December 24, 2017

Half a dozen homes sold this week in Watertown.

Arrests

Police Log: Road Rage Incident Turns Into Fight, Man Scams Store Using Venmo App

By Charlie Breitrose | December 23, 2017

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

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