Development
Reappointment of ZBA Chair Stirs Heated Debate Among Council, Others
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Despite objections from residents, the Town Council recently voted to reappoint Melissa M. Santucci Rozzi as Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals.
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
Development
Town Hosting Zoning 101 Presentation on How Developments are Approved
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To say Watertown has become a hotbed for development is an understatement, and town officials want to let residents and others know about the process developments go through for approval and the state and local laws and regulations that must be followed.
Government
Watertown Progressives Holding Open Meeting This Weekend
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Progressive Watertown, a new chapter of Progressive Massachusetts, is holding an Open Meeting on Sunday, March 15 at 4:00pm in the Auditorium at the Apartments at Coolidge School, 319 Arlington Street.
Schools
Scholarship to be Awarded in Honor of Local Man Killed Vietnam
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The Lt. Paul J. Sullivan Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce the 46th annual Lt. Paul J. Sullivan Scholarship. The Scholarship Award of $4,000 will be awarded to a deserving high school senior to perpetuate Paul’s memory. There will also be awards for the other finalists. Last year, a total of $17,000 was awarded to seven young men and women.
Sports
GARDEN BOUND: Watertown Boys Hockey Team Beats Norwell in State Semi
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A trip to the Cape in early March does not make for a nice vacation, but the Watertown boys’ hockey team will remember their trip forever after they won the state semifinal against Norwell 3-0 to clinch a trip to the TD Garden for the MIAA Div. 3 state final.
Sports
LIVE: Watertown Boys Hockey Faces Off Against Norwell in State Semi
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The puck drops at 6:45 p.m. Wednesday when the Watertown boys’ hockey team looks to keep its magical tournament run going all the way to the Garden for the state final. Follow the action live below!
Charity
LETTER: Group Struggling to Keep Up with Needs of Watertown’s Most Vulnerable
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It’s no secret that this has been a brutal winter, with record snow and cold temperatures. For those who are fortunate to live in warm homes, the weather may be inconvenient and annoying, but still manageable. However, for many other Watertown residents, the weather has put their lives in crisis.
Business
Tufts Health Plan Collects Items to Help Older Homeless Settle Into New Homes
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Tufts Health Plan recently wrapped up a household supply drive for Hearth, a local nonprofit that helps homeless older adults find secure, stable housing.