Around Town
See People’s Snow Photos from Around Watertown!
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The snow has stopped falling, and there was plenty of it. Share your photos from the Feb. 14-15 blizzard with Watertown News.
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
Government
New Veteran’s Services Officer Comes to Watertown After 20 Years in the Navy
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Watertown’s new Veteran’s Services Officer has more than 20 years experience in the U.S. Navy and served in recent conflicts overseas.
Business
Watertown Savings Bank Announces Customer Choice Award Winners
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On Tuesday, March 10th Watertown Savings Bank will give away $75,000 to the 28 local community organizations chosen by their banking customers, in the bank’s annual Customer Choice Awards.
Around Town
STORM UPDATE: See What has Been Closed, Cancelled Due to the Storm
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This weekend’s storm has just started, but cancellations have already begun to come in. See details below.
Police/Fire
Police Log: Man Caught Breaking Into Cars in Watertown, Belmont and More
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Government
Find Out About the MBTA’s Plans to Improve the 70 Bus
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Find out about measures being considered by the MBTA to improve service on the 70 bus line.
Government
DPW Grabs a Rest as Another Storm Heads Toward Watertown
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The Watertown Department of Public Works got a brief rest this week between heavy snow storms, but they will have to go back into action this weekend.
Development
Traffic Concerns Hold Up Plans for Old GE Site on Grove Street
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Neighbors and members of the Planning Board like most parts of the plan to redevelop the GE Ionics site on Grove Street, but the traffic plans upset neighbors and the board, alike.