Business
See When a New Farm-to-Table Restaurant Will Open in Watertown
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Watertown’s newest restaurant will feature farm-to-table food with a New American and French flair.
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
Sports
Watertown Going Where Few Raider Boys Hockey Teams Have Gone
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The Raiders dominated Wayland most of the game in the 4-1 MIAA Div. 3 North Section semifinal win reached a round that Watertown has not visited in decades.
Police/Fire
Visually Impaired Pedestrian Struck While Crossing Arsenal Street
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The Middlesex District Attorney’s office is investigating an incident where a vehicle struck a visually-impaired pedestrian who was crossing Arsenal Street Tuesday morning.
Business
Watertown-Belmont Chamber Raffle Includes $10K Grand Prize
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The Watertown-Belmont Chamber of Commerce will host raffle where participants can win a number of prizes, including the $10,000 grand prize.
Schools
Watertown Schools Could Start on Sept. 8 in 2015, Day Added This Year
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The proposed Watertown school calendar has the first day of class after Labor Day, which means Sept. 8.
Sports
Big Week for 2 Watertown Hockey Teams & Girls Basketball Team
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Three Raiders teams will play to go deep into their respective MIAA state tournaments on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Charity
Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Hosting Annual Ham-O-Rama
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{Please Note the change of date to Friday, March 27!}
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians will hold the annual Ham-O-Rama, featuring tons of raffles and food with proceeds going to local charities.
Charity
WMS Looking for Items for Rummage Sale to Benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
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The third annual Rummage Sale for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Pennies for Patients Drive will be held this weekend, and Watertown Middle School seeks donations.