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Watertown Veterans’ Services Holding Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony
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The following information was provided by the City of Watertown:
City’s Longtime Leader of Community Development and Planning Retiring in January
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Steve Magoon
After more than 17 years leading Watertown’s economic development and planning efforts, Steve Magoon will be retiring from the City of Watertown at the end of January.
Winter Parking Ban Could be Shortened by City Council
Charlie BreitroseSnow started early Tuesday and will get much heavier during the day.
The overnight parking ban may be reduced by more than a month if the City Council approves a proposal for a temporary modification to the Winter Parking Ban on Tuesday night.
Council Approves Tax Rate for FY2026, See How Much of an Increase to Expect
Charlie BreitroseA lot of money was raised and spent on the 2015 Watertown Election.
Watertown homeowners will see their property taxes rise nearly 7 percent after the City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Classification on Wednesday night.
Six Watertown Body Works Businesses Busted in Inspections by Health Department & Police
Six body works businesses in Watertown have been closed indefinitely after being found to be in violation of the City’s new body works regulations.
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John Airasian’s Family Remember His Love for His Family, His Business & His Community
JIM’S VIEW: Watertown Field Hockey Runs Into A Dominant Opponent in the State Div. 3 Semifinal
Senior Center Teams with New Veterans Services Officer to Honor Watertown Veterans
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City Hosting Info Session on Heat Pumps, Seeks Coaches and Ambassadors
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The City of Watertown’s Sustainability Team will be hosting a session where residents can learn about heat pumps for their homes, and the City also seeks residents to become heat pump coaches and ambassadors. See more information in the announcements from the City.
Entertainment
Watertown Schools Presenting Concerts and Art Show During December
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The Watertown Public Schools are celebrating the arts in December, with concerts and an art show.
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Half a Dozen Homes Sold in Watertown This Week
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Watertown’s home sales include three condos, a pair of two-family homes, and a townhouse.
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Watertown to Fund Temporary Paving of Mt. Auburn Street
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The following update about the Mt. Auburn Street project was provided by the City of Waterotwn:
Temporary Paving Expected to be Completed Next Week
The City of Watertown has initiated work to temporarily level and pave the remainder of Mount Auburn Street next week while we await the completion of the Mt. Auburn Street Project. Originally not anticipated to receive any temporary paving as part of the project, the City has stepped in to fund this work to ensure one of Watertown’s busiest roads is paved for safer, smoother travel in 2024 ahead of the winter season.
Entertainment
Comic: Small Saves Plays in a Thanksgiving Tournament
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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.
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Watertown Company’s Annual Thanksgiving Meal Donation Has Grown to Help 85 Families
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The Watertown Police Department’s Whooley Foundation delivered 85 Thanksgiving meals to families in town this year. Akian Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning started the program three years ago and this year donated the majority of the meals. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Once again this Thanksgiving, the Watertown Police Department’s Whooley Foundation teamed with a local business to provide dozens of meals to families who would struggle to put on dinner for the holiday.
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More Than 1,200 Runners Take Part in the 19th Annual Donohue’s Turkey Trot, See the Photos
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One of the participants in the 2024 Donohue’s Bar & Grill Turkey Trot came dressed for the occasion. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The 19th Annual Donohue’s Bar & Grill Turkey Trot welcomed more than 1,200 runners and walkers, some with kids in strollers, others with dogs, and a more than a few in turkey gear on Thursday morning.