Entertainment
Watertown Gallery Hosting Contemporary Art by Prize Winning Artist
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Watertown’s Storefront Art Projects announced its latest exhibit, “WARM TO THE TOUCH: Recent Paintings by Jo Ann Rothschild,” curated by Elizabeth Michelman.
Council Votes to Shorten Winter Parking Ban (This Year) & Increase Parking Fines During Snow Emergencies
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Watertown’s Winter Parking Ban will last just two months in 2026, from Jan. 1 to March 1, after the City Council approved a temporary change in the overnight parking regulations. In addition, they approved a sharp increase in fines for cars left on the road during a snow emergency.
City’s Longtime Leader of Community Development and Planning Retiring in January
Steve Magoon
After more than 17 years leading Watertown’s economic development and planning efforts, Steve Magoon will be retiring from the City of Watertown at the end of January.
Winter Parking Ban Could be Shortened by City Council
Charlie BreitroseSnow started early Tuesday and will get much heavier during the day.
The overnight parking ban may be reduced by more than a month if the City Council approves a proposal for a temporary modification to the Winter Parking Ban on Tuesday night.
Council Approves Tax Rate for FY2026, See How Much of an Increase to Expect
Charlie BreitroseA lot of money was raised and spent on the 2015 Watertown Election.
Watertown homeowners will see their property taxes rise nearly 7 percent after the City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Classification on Wednesday night.
More Headlines
Six Watertown Body Works Businesses Busted in Inspections by Health Department & Police
John Airasian’s Family Remember His Love for His Family, His Business & His Community
JIM’S VIEW: Watertown Field Hockey Runs Into A Dominant Opponent in the State Div. 3 Semifinal
Government
City Seeks Input on Proposed Logo for City of Watertown
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The City of Watertown is considering creating a City Logo that could be used on official documents and presentations. The logo would not replace the City Seal. This week, the City sent out a survey to residents seeking opinions of what they think of the proposed logo.
Schools
LETTER: Family of Former WHS Head Master Seeks to Keep Gym Dedicated in His Name
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(The following letter was originally written to Watertown School Committee Chair Kendra Foley)
Dear Ms. Foley,
Thank you for this opportunity to share our recommendation for the naming of the Gymnasium or the Auditorium at the new Watertown High School. We would like for Dr. John J Kelley, former principal of Watertown High School, to continue to be honored by the school.
Around Town
Upcoming Events: Budget Presentation, Health & Human Services Report, Environment and Energy Efficiency Committee, Miyawaki Forest
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Watertown’s Miyawaki Forest will be planted at Lowell School
The City Manager will present the Preliminary City Budget, the City will provide details of the recently completed Health and Human Services Report, the Environment and Energy Efficiency Committee seeks new members, and Watertown’s first Miayaki Forest will be planted at Lowell School.
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Massage Aid Raising Money for Doctors Without Borders, Offering Range of Therapies
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Massage Aid will raise money for Doctors Without Borders.
The following announcement was provided by the organizers of Massage Aid:
By Diane Crowley
With all the trouble in the world in Ukraine, the Middle East, Haiti and Sudan currently, the massage therapists and Reiki practitioners who volunteer for Massage Aid events decided it was time to hold another event to benefit Doctors Without Borders. In the past, the group had chosen a specific country to focus on but there are so many countries that are experiencing war, terror and strife that it was hard to focus on only one country.
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More Than 20 Open Houses in Watertown This Week
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Homebuyers have many, many options in Watertown this week.
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Watertown Square Zoning Changes Seek to Make More Vibrant, Bike/Pedestrian Friendly Area & Meets State Housing Requirements
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Wednesday night, the City Council and Planning Board began to dig into the details of the zoning that will make the transformation of Watertown Square a reality. The zoning includes areas where City officials seek to create areas with a vibrant street front, make the area more friendly for walkers and bicyclists, promote affordable housing, and a section where multi-story residential buildings will be allowed by right to comply with the state’s MBTA Communities Law.
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City’s Health and Human Services Report to be Presented at Oct. 21 Meeting
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The City of Watertown recently released the Health and Human Services Report, and a meeting is scheduled to present it ot the public. See more information in the City’s announcement, below.