Around Town
Watertown Mall Hosting Job Fair This Week
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Attention job seekers, it is time to head to the mall to find a new job.
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
Environment
Council Disbands Watertown Recycling Committee
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After 22 years, Watertown’s Recycling Advisory Committee has been dissolved.
Elections
State Rep. Jonathan Hecht Named Environmental Champion
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Watertown State Rep. Jonathan
Watertown State Rep. Jonathan Hecht received recognition for his work on environmental issues from two groups.
Sports
Watertown Youth Softball Players Get Some Special Visitors
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Watertown Youth Softball players recently got some advice from an experienced softball players.
Around Town
Possible Flooding in Watertown Wednesday Night
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Look for a long rain storm to hit Watertown on Wednesday, with heavy rains in the evening.
Police/Fire
Woman Busted for OUI After Hitting Parked Cars
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A woman faces drunken driving charges after allegedly crashing into two parked cars.
Government
Council Wants to Discuss How to Handle Future Park Projects
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With the recent controversy over how the Victory Field Phase 2 renovation was handled, a Town Council subcommittee will discuss whether a new policy should be developed for handling park projects.
Environment
Find Out How to Get a Tree from the Town for Your Property
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Watertown residents can have a tree planted in front of their home, or even on their property by the town – find out how!