Around Town
Several Open Houses in Watertown Over Thanksgiving Weekend
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Check out the open houses over Thanksgiving weekend.
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.
More Headlines
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
Sports
Watertown Shuts Out Belmont in a Rainy Thanksgiving Game
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The Raiders hold up the trophy for winning the 2024 Thanksgiving Game against Belmont. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
BELMONT — Being on the other end of a shutout last year, the Watertown High School football team had their sights set on Thanksgiving 2024. They accomplished their mission Thursday morning, beating Belmont 23-0 at Harris Field.
Weather
Watertown Weather: Quieter but Colder Week After Thanksgiving
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Here’s the updated daily weather forecast for Watertown, MA, from Thursday, November 27 to Thursday, December 5 by Meteorologist Matthew Moll of New England Weather Consulting: As we move past Thanksgiving, Watertown is transitioning into a quieter, yet noticeably colder pattern.
Around Town
Job Opening: Watertown Housing Authority Executive Director
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MassNAHRO announced it is seeking an executive director for the Watertown Housing Authority. See the announcement below.
Sports
LIVE: Thanksgiving Game – Final -Watertown 23, Belmont 0
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The Watertown Raiders football team will face a very familiar foe on Thanksgiving, but in a place that no member of the current squad has played: Harris Field in Belmont.
Around Town
Holiday Mixer & Toy Drive to be Hosted by Rotary Club & Watertown Business Coalition
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The Rotary Club of Watertown and the Watertown Business Coalition invite the community to join them for the third annual Holiday Mixer and Toy Drive on Dec. 2. See more details below.
Around Town
Hear About a Local Activist & Photographer and Watertown News’ Editor on the Little Local Conversations Podcast
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Archy LaSalle
Matt Hanna, the voice behind “Little Local Conversations” podcast, spoke with Archy LaSalle, who has many roles, including in the arts and as an activist. Also, hear Hanna’s conversation with Watertown News Editor Charlie Breitrose.
Entertainment
Arsenal Yards Welcomes the Holiday Season with Festive Events for the Whole Family
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Arsenal Yards has a lineup of events for the Holidays. (Courtesy of Arsenal Yards)
There will be a variety of holiday events at Watertown’s Arsenal Yards, starting on Black Friday. See more information in the announcement from Arsenal Yards.