Development
Design Firm Wins Architectural Award for Watertown Design Guidelines
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The firm that put together the Watertown Design Guidelines was honored for its work by being named a finalist for an award from the Boston Society of Architects.
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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A Celebration 250 Years in the Making: Watertown’s Treaty Day 2026
Local Artists & Musicians Coming to Pair of Art Pop Ups in Watertown Square in July
Woman Donates Hospital Wing, Dedicates it to Memory of Her Mother Who Lived in Watertown
Sports
Tickets Available for the Watertown High School Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
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Tickets can be purchased now for the Watertown High School Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet.
Development
Changes to Pleasant Street Zoning Approved, Some Still Have Concerns
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Tuesday night, the Town Council approved some major changes in what kinds of developments will be allowed in the Pleasant Street Corridor.
Elections
Find Out About the Candidates Running for District B Town Councilor
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This year’s town election is full of interesting races, and the perhaps the most interesting one is District B where four candidates are running for Town Council.
Elections
Candidate Questionnaire: Patricia van Dinter
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Patricia van Dinter is running for District B Town Councilor. The Preliminary Election is on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Why did you decide to run for District B Town Councilor, is there an issue that drew you in?
Elections
Candidate Questionnaire: Kevin MacDonald
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Kevin MacDonald is running for District B Town Councilor. The preliminary election is on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Why did you decide to run for District B Town Councilor, is there an issue that drew you in?
Elections
Candidate Questionnaire: Lisa Feltner
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Lisa Feltner is a candidate for District B Town Councilor. The preliminary election is on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Why did you decide to run for District B Town Councilor; is there an issue that drew you in?
Elections
Candidate Questionnaire: Cecilia Lenk
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Cecilia Lenk is running for reelection in the race for District B Town Councilor. The Preliminary Election is on Thursday, Sept. 17.
Why did you decide to run for District B Town Councilor, is there an issue that drew you in?