Real Estate
A Slew of Watertown Homes Sold This Week
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Take a look at the homes that sold this week in Watertown.
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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City Council Moving Out of City Hall for July 14 Meeting
Mutual Aid Group Delivers Air Conditioners in Watertown During Heat Wave
Police/Fire
Police Log: Speeding Man Busted for OUI, Man Busted for Shoplifting, Drugs
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Around Town
See What a Survey of Coolidge Square Residents Found
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Two East Watertown residents decided to ask their neighbors what they thought about Coolidge Square, and particularly about the proposed CVS/Pharmacy and 65 Grove Street proposal. Here’s what they found.
Police/Fire
Man Tries to Outrun Watertown Police – Unsuccessfully
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A man tried to out drive, and then outrun a Watertown Police officer, but in the end he was caught and placed under arrest.
Sports
Bentley Volleyball Coach Named Northeast 10 Coach of the Year
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The Northeast-10 Conference named its all-Conference honors which including the Bentley University coach, who lives in Watertown.
Government
Town Council Will Prod MBTA About Transportation Improvements
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The Town Council wants to make sure that the MBTA has not forgotten about the transportation problems and needs in Watertown.
Schools
Watertown Students Receive Nation Merit Honors
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Watertown High School can boast five students who received honors from the National Merit Scholarship program this year.
Development
Small Piece of Land Has Big Impact on Properties Near Arsenal Street
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A small piece of former railroad property is up for sale and wanted by town officials and a nearby property owner alike.