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See the Lineup for the Watertown Senior Health and Wellness Fair
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The Department of Senior Services revealed the schedule for the Health and Wellness Fair taking place on Nov. 14. See details below.
Council Votes to Shorten Winter Parking Ban (This Year) & Increase Parking Fines During Snow Emergencies
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Watertown’s Winter Parking Ban will last just two months in 2026, from Jan. 1 to March 1, after the City Council approved a temporary change in the overnight parking regulations. In addition, they approved a sharp increase in fines for cars left on the road during a snow emergency.
City’s Longtime Leader of Community Development and Planning Retiring in January
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.
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Six Watertown Body Works Businesses Busted in Inspections by Health Department & Police
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
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LETTER: Reflection on the 2024 Presidential Election
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Dear Harris Supporters,
I write to you because you should be applauded. I also write to provide genuine analysis before the narrative is taken over by other entities, especially the media.
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Meet the Police and Fire Chiefs at the Next Watertown Business Coalition Event
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The Watertown Business Coalition will host a talk with Watertown’s Police and Fire Chiefs at Cambridge Savings Bank. See details from the WBC below.
Entertainment
Mosesian Arts Newest Show Focuses on Art Inspired by Science
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Eliza Brown’s “Utraviolet Springhare” is part of Mosesian Center for the Arts Exhibit Vision and Process: Art Inspired by Science.
The following announcement was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:
The Mosesian Center for the Arts is excited to showcase a variety of artworks that are inspired by science. Artists and scientists are alike in many ways. Both are known for their creativity, careful observation of the world around them and a big dose of determination. Both the artists and the scientists spend a long time in pursuit of their calling. They engage in research, enjoy the process, and learn to navigate the long road from the initial idea to the outcome.
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Rep. Lawn Receives Mass. Commission on Persons with Disabilities Legislative Champion Award
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State Rep. John Lawn
The following announcement was provided by Rep. John Lawn’s Office:
Watertown State Rep. John J. Lawn, Jr. was recognized as one of two Legislative Champions Awards recipients by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities at this year’s Annual National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) celebration in the Great Hall of Flags at the Massachusetts State House. The event recognized the invaluable contributions of employees with disabilities, alongside policymakers, employers, service providers, and key stakeholders in the disability community in Massachusetts and the Country.
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Community Preservation Committee to Hear Presentation on Willow Park Housing Development
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A rendering of the proposed Willow Park Housing development.
Hear about the proposed Willow Park Housing development during the presentation to the Watertown Community Preservation Committee on Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. See details below.
Entertainment
Gore Place Hosting Music for the Holly Days
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The following announcement was provided by Gore Place:
On Wednesday, December 18 at 7:30 p.m., Gore Place, the historic site in Waltham and Watertown, will offer Music for the Holly Days, a concert of traditional tunes by Waltham’s own Moody Street String Band.
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LETTER: Open Letter of Gratitude to Former WHS Coach John Barbati
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By Mark RoopenianWatertown High School 1976
Coach Barbati,
No one has impacted my life and who I am today more than you. You taught me toughness, perseverance, preparation, poise, work ethic, and most importantly, that nothing is impossible. You saw something in me that I didn’t even see in myself. How else could a skinny Armenian kid headed to Bates College get a full football scholarship to Boston College? Because you cared enough to put your hard-earned reputation on the line with BC Head Coach Joe Yukica. It was all because of you Coach.