Police/Fire
Man Hole Cover Blown Off on Galen Street, Power Out in Area
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A man hole cover was blown off by a fire on Galen Street near Morse Street on Saturday afternoon.
Watertown Tax Relief Legislation Approved by House, Moves to Senate
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Watertown City and State officials appeared before a joint committee at the State House on Jan. 27, 2026, to discuss the City’s Home Rule Petition. Pictured, from left, Steve Owens, George Proakis, John Lawn, Earl Smith, and Mark Sideris.
The City of Watertown’s effort to prevent a tax hike for residential property owners, which could be as high as 18%, cleared a major hurdle when it was approved the the House of Representatives on Beacon Hill.
Water & Sewer Rates Increasing More Than Expected Due to Error in Calculations
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.
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Mutual Aid Group Delivers Air Conditioners in Watertown During Heat Wave
Police/Fire
Police Log: Driver Breaks Breaks Sign, Gets Car Stuck on Post and More
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Development
CVS Project Coming Back to Zoning Board This Week
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The proposed CVS in East Watertown will come back in front of the Zoning Board of Appeals for the second time on Wednesday, Jan. 28.
Police/Fire
Car Stolen in Watertown Used in Jewelry Store Robbery
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A car stolen from the streets of Watertown ended up being used in a robbery of a Newton jewelry store.
Real Estate
Watertown Has Some Open Houses This Weekend
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Check out the open houses around Watertown this weekend.
Around Town
Youth Risk Study Results to be Revealed at Watertown Youth Coalition Meeting
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The Watertown Youth Coalition will reveal the results of the 2014 Youth Risk Behavior Survey and members will talk about their work this year at the group’s General Meeting.
Weather
UPDATED: Find Out How Much Snow to Expect in Watertown This Weekend
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A storm with a mix of snow and rain will hit town early Saturday morning and the National Weather Service has upgraded the amount of snow forecast to fall on Watertown.
Development
East End Residents Against Proposed Elm Street Hotel
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Developers of the proposed Elm Street hotel met stiff resistance to their plan from East Watertown residents who are frustrated by the increase in development in their neighborhood.