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Water & Sewer Rates Increasing More Than Expected Due to Error in Calculations

By Charlie Breitrose | 20 hours ago

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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Around Town

Alzheimer’s Association MA/NH Names VP of Development

By Charlie Breitrose | February 13, 2015

Jayne Paragona, of Waltham, has been named Vice President of Development of the Watertown-based Alzheimer’s Association, Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter.

Real Estate

Here Are The Open Houses in Watertown This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | February 13, 2015

There are three open houses in Watertown this weekend, see details below.

Obituaries

OBIT: John Blickenstaff, Watertown Resident, Loved Hockey

By Charlie Breitrose | February 12, 2015

John J. Blickenstaff, Jr., of Watertown, died suddenly on Feb. 4, 2015.

Obituaries

OBIT: Adelard ‘Al’ St. Onge, 83, Korean War Veteran

By Charlie Breitrose | February 12, 2015

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Church of St. Patrick, Watertown on Saturday morning, February 14, 2015 at 9 AM for Adelard “Al” St. Onge.

Government

Town Council Looking at Ways to Improve Sidewalk Snow Removal

By Charlie Breitrose | February 12, 2015

Looking for ways to reduce the amount of un-shoveled sidewalks around town, on Tuesday night Town Council President Mark Sideris asked

Around Town

Watertown Greek Church Welcomes New Priest

By Charlie Breitrose | February 12, 2015

When Father Athanasios Nenes was named as the new priest at the Taxiarchae Church in Watertown, he was returning to a familiar place. 

Government

Residents Invited to Apply for Citizen’s Legislative Seminar

By Charlie Breitrose | February 12, 2015

State Sen. Will Brownsberger invites residents to apply to be part of the 74th Citizens’ Legislative Seminar (CLS).

Boston Marathon Bombing

Watertown Police, Firefighters Get Medals at White House

By Charlie Breitrose | February 11, 2015

Seven Watertown first responders who put their lives on the line during the shootout with the Boston Marathon Bombing suspects received the nation’s ultimate honor Wednesday.

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