Sports
WHS Sports: Raiders Girls’ Basketball, Boys Hockey on a Roll
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Watertown’s girls’ basketball and boys’ hockey teams enjoyed a successful winter break by wracking up the wins.
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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Development
UPDATED: Developers of Proposed East Watertown Hotel Holding Meeting
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Developers who plan to propose a hotel on Elm Street will host a community meeting to talk about the project and get feedback.
Weather
Wintery Weather Walloping Watertown This Week
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Wind, snow and cold temperatures will hit Watertown this week, the National Weather Service warns.
Entertainment
Latest New Rep Production Borrows from WikiLeaks, Snowdon Affair
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The first play in the New Rep Black Box Festival tells a story that will be familiar to those who followed the saga of Edward Snowden, WikiLeaks and the NSA.
Real Estate
Four Home Sold in Watertown This Week
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These Watertown homes sold this week. See details below.
Entertainment
See What’s Coming to the Watertown Library in January
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The Watertown Free Public Library always has plenty going on besides its collection of books, DVDs and music. This month there are author events, the makerspace opening and more.
Entertainment
Come to an Evening of Film, Live Music, Desserts and Community!
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An evening full of activities, including a film about climate change, live music and tasty desserts will be on offer on Sunday, Jan. 11.
Government
MBTA Officials Looking For Ways to Improve Watertown Transit
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With crowded buses in Watertown and new developments the MBTA is looking for ways to improve public transportation.