Schools
See Who Made the Honor Roll at Watertown High School
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Watertown High School released the first term honor roll lists – see who made it during the fall of 2014.
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
Police/Fire
Residents Can Create Profile that Will Help First Responders
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Residents can create a “safety profile” with information about themselves and their household that could be useful to first responders in an emergency.
Government
LETTER: Fire Union President Reacts to Council Rejecting Contract
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As President of the Watertown Firefighters Union, Local 1347, I write today to express my and my membership’s extreme disappointment with the Town Council’s decision to reject the Joint Labor Management Committee’s (JLMC) decision relative to the collective bargaining agreement between the Local and the Town.
Charity
Whooley Foundation Provides Gifts for Watertown Kids in Need
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Each year, just before Christmas, the Community Room at the Watertown Police Station fills with toys destined for families struggling during the holiday season.
Sports
5 Watertown Athletes Make Herald’s All-Scholastic Teams
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The Boston Herald named five Watertown High School athletes to its All-Scholastic teams in football, field hockey and soccer.
Environment
LETTER: Watertown Resident Joining Community Solar Program
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Dear Editor and Watertown Neighbors,
I know that many of you have received information about a current Watertown solar initiative called Neighborhood Solar. Recently, my husband, David Breakstone, and I decided to explore this option. We had no idea what to expect.
Police/Fire
Police Log: Target Catches Serial Shoplifters, Employee Caught Stealing Cash
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Real Estate
Take a Look at the Homes that Sold in Watertown This Week
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Three homes sold in Watertown this week. See the details below.