Entertainment
Free Classical Music Performance Coming to Coolidge Apartments
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On Saturday, March 28 at 7 p.m. musicians from the Longy School of Music will be at the Apartments at Coolidge School for a free performance.
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.
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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
Schools
Recommended Watertown School Budget Includes 21 More Staff Members
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The School Committee’s Budget and Finance Subcommittee will submit a budget that would be $2.695 million more than the current school year and would include more than 20 additional teachers and other staff.
Police/Fire
Police Log: Woman Arrested After Hitting Two Cars, Snowblower Stolen
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Business
Watertown Belmont Chamber Hosting State of the Towns Event
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The Watertown Belmont Chamber of Commerce will host the State of the Towns event on Thursday, April 2.
Schools
Parents Invited to Series on the Healthy Use of Technology by Children
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The first presentation in a three-part series for parents about healthy use of technology by children will be held Wednesday, March 25.
Police/Fire
Watertown Couple Arrested After Attacking Elderly Taxi Driver
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Police arrested a pair of Watertown residents who allegedly attacked an 80-year-old taxi driver when he confronted them for not paying their cab fare on St. Patrick’s Day.
Charity
Runners, Get Ready for the Second Annual Watertown Police 5K Run
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On the second anniversary of the events that lead to the capture of the Boston Marathon Bombing suspects the Watertown Police Supervisor’s Association will hold a 5K road race and walk.
Development
Special Meeting Planned on Changes to Pleasant Street Zoning, Signage Rules
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Two major changes to the Watertown Zoning Ordinance will be discussed by the Town Council at a special meeting.