Government
First Draft of Filippello Park Renovation Disappoints Council, Residents
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Watertown residents and officials expressed were disappointed by the initial plans for a new dog park a Filippello Park Tuesday.
Mutual Aid Group Delivers Air Conditioners in Watertown During Heat Wave
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Eddy Cole installs an air conditioner provided free by the Watertown Neighbors group. (Courtesy of Eddy Cole)
As the temperatures rose to dangerous levels in the first week of July, a group in Watertown leapt into action delivering air conditioners to those who need them, and which had been donated by other residents.
City Council Moving Out of City Hall for July 14 Meeting
The Parker Annex Building (Courtesy of City of Watertown)
The City Council will not be meeting it the usual place on July 14. The meeting will be held in the Parker Building at 7 p.m. The meeting includes a votes to set next year’s water and sewer rates, on proposed changes to the Noise Ordinance, and a presentation about the City’s Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Watertown Woman’s Film About the Pressures of Parenthood Showing at Several Film Festivals
An image from “Late Fall.” The film was made by Watertown’s Abigail Jean Lucas, left, who acted in the film along with her son, Leander.
A short film shot during the Pandemic, whose cast includes a Watertown filmmaker and her son, made its world premier in Ireland in May and will be part of several film festivals around the United States.
A Celebration 250 Years in the Making: Watertown’s Treaty Day 2026
The 2010 Reenactment of Signing of Treaty of Watertown at the Edmund Fowle House. (Courtesy of Historical Society. of Watertown)
In the days after the former 13 colonies declared their independence from Britain 250 years ago, Watertown had a moment. The town outside Boston became the center of government in Massachusetts, and two historic firsts took place right near Watertown Square. However, these occasions got lost in the ether somewhere between George Washington and George H.W. Bush. It took some people with long memories to rekindle the connection between Watertown and the indigenous tribes on both sides of the Canadian border. This July 18th, Watertown will celebrate the 250th anniversary of these historic moments with the descendants of those present in 1776.
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Arsenal Center for the Arts
Arsenal Center for the Arts Appoints an Interim Executive Director
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The Arsenal Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the appointment of Watertown native Roberta Miller to its Interim Executive Director Position, according to the announcement from the center.
Entertainment
St. James Armenian Church Hosting 68th Annual Bazaar
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St. James Armenian Church’s annual festivities will feature Armenian food, delicacies, and activities for children.
Real Estate
A Wide Variety of Open Houses Around Watertown This Week
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The leaves are turning colors, but the real estate market is still hot like summer.
Government
Council, Residents Talk About Qualities They Want in Next Police Chief
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It was nearly a full house in the Town Council Chambers Wednesday, as officials and residents gathered to discuss what they’re looking for in their next police chief.
Elections
Find Out About the Candidates for Watertown School Committee
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One of the most competitive races on the Watertown Town Election ballot is for School Committee, with five people competing for three seat.
Elections
School Committee Candidate Q&A: Candace Miller
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Candace Miller is running for a seat on the School Committee. The Watertown Election will be held on Nov. 3.
Elections
School Committee Q&A: Eileen Hsu-Balzer
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Eileen Hsu-Balzer is running for re-election to the School Committee. The Watertown Election will be held on Nov. 3.