Government
Nominations Sought for Watertown Historical Preservation Awards
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Each year Watertown honors those who have excelled in preserving the town’s historical buildings, and nominations are being sought for the 2015 awards.
Water & Sewer Rates Increasing More Than Expected Due to Error in Calculations
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Watertown residents will see an increase of 4.5% in both the water and sewer rates for the fiscal year that began on July 1, 2026, which is slightly higher than forecasted a year ago. However, the future increase could be significantly higher than projected due in part to an error made calculating future year revenues.
Possible Purchase of Police Drone and Guidelines for Use Discussed by Council Committee
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.
More Headlines
City Council Moving Out of City Hall for July 14 Meeting
Mutual Aid Group Delivers Air Conditioners in Watertown During Heat Wave
Watertown Woman’s Film About the Pressures of Parenthood Showing at Several Film Festivals
Boston Marathon Bombing
Former Watertown Resident Recalls His Memories of the Marathon Bombings
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Brian Brandt wrote that he made one of the hardest walks of his life – just one block from his home to Franklin Street, where the second Boston Marathon Bombing Suspect was found.
Real Estate
A Cape Sold in Watertown, See How Much It Went For!
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Here is this week’s home sale – a cape-style house on the west side of town.
Police/Fire
Police Log: 2 Teens Busted for Bringing Air Gun to Boys Club
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Around Town
Cub Scouts Competing at Pinewood Derby in Watertown
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The top cars from Cub Scout packs around the area will compete in the 11th Annual Sons of Liberty District Pinewood Derby at the Arsenal Project.
Around Town
Watertown’s Unseen Homeless Problem is Growing
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{This is the first in a series of articles on homeless and needy in Watertown}
They may not be as obvious as the homeless in Boston or Harvard Square, but Watertown has its share of homeless people and families, and the problem has grown.
Schools
Marathon Legend Dick Hoyt Speaking at Watertown Special Ed Awards Event
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Boston Marathon fixture Dick Hoyt will be the key note speaker at an event that honors those who have contributed to the education of special education students in Watertown.
Real Estate
Check Out This Weekend’s Open Houses in Watertown
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Several open houses to choose from this weekend in Watertown.