Sports
Watertown HS Championship Teams Celebrated at School Committee
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Watertown High School’s athletic teams completed a historic winter, with a state championship, two sectional titles and four league championships.
Possible Purchase of Police Drone and Guidelines for Use Discussed by Council Committee
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The Watertown Police Department is considering purchasing a drone like this one made by Paladin Drones (Photo from Paladin)
An automated drone is one of the new technologies being considered by the Watertown Police Department. On July 9, the City Council’s Public Safety Committee held a hearing to ask questions and hear from the public about the possible use of a drone.
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.
Wada Hoppah Charles River Ferry Boat Has Hit the Water — See a Video and Photos
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.
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Government
Road Work Will Close Major Intersection Near Watertown Square
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The intersection of Church and Summer streets will be closed this week for emergency repairs, announced the Department of Public Works.
Entertainment
Revels Hosting May Day Benefit at Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion
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Join the Revels for an evening of enthusiastic performances, jubilant music, hearty hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer, and a fabulous silent auction all benefiting Revels educational programming.
Government
Watertown Health Department Collecting Needles, Syringes and More
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The Watertown Health Department will have a Households Sharps Collection Day on Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 9 a.m.-noon at the Watertown Town Hall (149 Main Street) parking lot in the rear of building. Watertown Residents may bring:
Used needles, syringes, and lancets stored in sturdy puncture proof containers. Unused capped needles, syringes, and lancets in original packaging. Sharps containers. No Medical Waste or Commercial sharps are accepted.
Boston Marathon Bombing
Dic Donohue Donates Blood in Watertown; Watertown Strong Race Coming Up
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Blood recipients @DicDonohue and @Heather_Abbott1 prepare to donate blood at #Watertown High School! #BostonStrong pic.twitter.com/2R8KxbC3oB
— MA Red Cross Blood (@RedCrossBloodMA) April 11, 201
MBTA Police Officer Dic Donohue required dozens of blood products when he fought for his life after being shot during the Watertown Shootout with the Boston Marathon Bombing suspects, and Saturday he gave back.
Real Estate
Three Homes in Watertown Sold This Week, See Details Here
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Three homes in Watertown’s sold this week, see the details below.
Police/Fire
Police Log: DJ Turntable Stolen, Man Tries to Take Vodka from Liquor Store
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Environment
Watertown State Rep. Honored For Environmental Record
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The Environmental League of Massachusetts honored a Watertown state representative for his work and record on voting for environmental issues.