Around Town
Anti-Nuclear Activist Coming to Speak in Watertown
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An anti-nuclear activist, journalist and organizer will be in Watertown to discuss the nuclear power plant in Plymouth and the potential dangers of nuclear power.
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.
A Pair of World Cup Final Watch Parties in Watertown
Those looking to join other soccer fans in Watertown to catch the World Cup Final have two choices of venues to catch Sunday’s big game.
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.
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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
Arrests
Two Newton Teens Caught Breaking into Cars in Watertown
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Watertown Police caught two teens from Newton breaking into cars in Watertown’s South End.
Sports
Watertown Soccer Player Makes NE Revolution Development Academy
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Watertown’s Samuel Deossa was chosen from players from around New England to be part of the the New England Revolution’s Under 14 Academy squad, the Major League Soccer team announced this week.
Sports
Watertown Summer Basketball League Playoffs Underway
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The Papas Elite Summer League regular season wrapped up last week, and the first round of the playoffs were held Tuesday night.
Weather
Violent Storm Causes Damage, Flooding in Watertown
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A short but violent storm rolled through Watertown Tuesday afternoon around 4 p.m., leaving flooded streets, downed trees and other problems.
Government
Meeting Planned to Discuss Increasing Rodent Problem in East Watertown
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East Watertown residents have seen a large increase in the number of rats and rodents in their area recently, and town officials will hold a public meeting to hear from residents and talk about solutions.
Weather
Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Watertown on Tuesday
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Severe thunderstorms are expected to hit the Watertown area on Tuesday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.
Around Town
State Raises Risk Level for West Nile Virus After Mosquitoes Test Positive
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After numerous mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile Virus in communities around Watertown, state officials raised the risk for the for the disease.