Around Town
Water Main Break Shuts off Water, Slows Traffic in Watertown Square
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A water main break has cut service to businesses in Watertown Square and has slowed traffic in the area.
Wada Hoppah Charles River Ferry Boat Has Hit the Water — See a Video and Photos
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The first moments on the water for the Wada Hoppah Charles River ferry boat. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
An idea formed three years ago took to the waters of the Charles River on July 11, 2026 when the Wada Hoppah ferry launched at the Newton Yacht Club.
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.
Mutual Aid Group Delivers Air Conditioners in Watertown During Heat Wave
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.
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.
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Entertainment
Come Hear the District B Candidates at the Watertown News Forum
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Come hear from the Candidates for District B Town Council at the Candidate Forum hosted by Watertown News, and bring your questions!
Entertainment
Museum of Science Bringing Reptiles to the Watertown Mall
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The Watertown Mall will be hosting some reptilian visitors from the Museum of Science.
Letters
LETTER: Resident Writes About Hillary Clinton, Edward Snowden
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Dear Editor,
Our national politicians are speaking about security for our country and the use of a personal server by former Secretary of State Hilary Clinton.
Entertainment
Hear Authors Speak, Enjoy a Meal from Stellina at the Mt. Auburn Cemetery
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This week, the Mount Auburn Cemetery will celebrate a new book about the historic cemetery, and attendees can stay for a meal prepared by Stellina Restaurant.
Entertainment
See Who is On the 2015-16 Jazz @ The Arsenal Series Schedule
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JAZZ @ The Arsenal returns this October for another fantastic season of live music at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in Watertown.
Real Estate
Home Selling Like Hot Cakes Around Watertown!
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Several homes sold this week, including a number of condos and multiple family homes.
Around Town
Police Log: Car and Motorcycle Stolen, Group Missing 43 iPhones
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.