Business
Watertown Has a New Luxury Transportation Option
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Looking for a car to the airport or to take a group of friends to the casinos, you have a new local choice in luxury transportation.
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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Wada Hoppah Charles River Ferry Boat Has Hit the Water — See a Video and Photos
City Council Moving Out of City Hall for July 14 Meeting
Mutual Aid Group Delivers Air Conditioners in Watertown During Heat Wave
Entertainment
Jazz Vocalist Gabrielle Goodman Performing in Watertown
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Jazz vocalist Gabrielle Goodman will bring her sultry voice adventurous improvisations to the Arsenal Center for the Arts in February.
Around Town
Time to Sign Up for the Recreation Department’s Vacation Programs
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The Watertown Recreation Department will host programs for children over both February and April school vacation weeks.
Business
Join the Chamber of Commerce for a Party and Networking
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Get into the spirit of the season and do some networking at the Watertown Belmont Chamber of Commerce’s Holiday Party.
Entertainment
Musicians Wanted for the 4th Annual Watertown Music Fest
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The fourth annual Music Fest will be held in March, and organizers seek musicians to perform at the event that benefits music in the Watertown Public Schools.
Police/Fire
Pair Charged With Breaking into Watertown Homes
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Police arrested two men after catching them allegedly breaking into homes in a neighborhood near the Charles River.
Government
Watertown Town Auditor Now Also Assistant Town Manager
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The Town Council voted to approve add to the Town Auditor’s duties so he is also the Assistant Town Manager for Finance.
Around Town
Community Discussion Planned on Applying MLK’s Teaching Today
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A Watertown group will host a discussion on Martin Luther King Jr.’s teachings and bringing non-violence training to town.