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Phase 2 of Walker Pond Project Partially Funded After Council Vote

By Charlie Breitrose | 20 hours ago

Phase 2 of the Walker Pond project would help create a new park on the Westside of Watertown .

The effort to create a new public park in Watertown received a boost on Tuesday when the City Council approved nearly $1 million to go toward the cost of improvements to the Walker Pond site.

Young Boy from Watertown Teams Up with BC Football to Face Medical Challenges

Watertown’s Logan March, 7, signed a letter of intent with the Boston College football team. BC Head Coach Bill O’Brien presents the letter to Logan and his parents, Lyla and Robert. (Photo by Boston College Athletics)

Boston College’s football team announced the latest roster addition, Logan March, a 7-year-old from Watertown who was born with a rare genetic disorder.

See Early Voting Schedule for the 2026 State Primary, Registration Deadline

The Massachusetts State Primary will take place on Sept. 1, 2026. Democrats will have several races in which they can cast their vote, and Republicans can select the candidate for governor. You don’t have to wait until election day to vote, see the early voting times, and how to vote by mail.

Council Hears from Public About Potential Watertown Square Garage

The larger of the two garage options presented by the City of Watertown at the May 20 open house.

The City Council got a mix of opinions about the possibility of building a multi-story parking garage in the Municipal Parking Lot in Watertown Square on Monday night.

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Sports

August Madness Returns — Watertown Summer Basketball League Playoffs Begin

By Guest Writer | August 12, 2026

The Papas Elite Summer Basketball League playoffs are underway. Pictured is action from the 2025 finals. (Photo by Watertown Recreation)

Watertown’s Papas Elite Summer Basketball League tipped off the post season on Tuesday night, with the winners moving on to the best-of-three semifinals.

The league features current and former college basketball players. Game 1 of the semifinals series will be played on Wednesday evening at the outdoor courts at Saltonstall Park, behind the Watertown Boys & Girls Club. Games are free to attend.

Elections

AFL-CIO Endorses State Senate Candidate

By Guest Writer | August 12, 2026

Daniel Lander.

The following announcement was provided by Daniel Lander for State Senate:

The AFL-CIO of Massachusetts has endorsed Daniel Lander’s campaign, marking the first time in years that the organization has endorsed against an incumbent in a democratic primary. The endorsement spotlights Daniel’s commitment to the labor movement, but also highlights Senator Brownsberger’s opposition to supporting unions in Massachusetts.

Entertainment

Mosesian Arts Artist-in-Residence to Premiere Spoken Word Album Created During Residency

By Guest Writer | August 11, 2026

Mosesian Center for the Arts will host a listening party for a new album by artist in residence Lyrical Faith. See more information in the annoucement form the MCA, below.

Elections

Gov. Healey Endorses Candidate for 10th Middlesex State Rep.

By Guest Writer | August 11, 2026

The following announcement was provided by the John Lawn Campaign:

Representative John Lawn announced that he has received the endorsement of Governor Maura Healey in the 10th Middlesex race for state representative.

Around Town

New Registration Policy for Watertown Senior Center Programs

By Guest Writer | August 10, 2026

The Watertown Senior Center is ready for St. Patrick’s Day.

The Watertown Senior Center announced a change for all events, classes, programs, and trips. See more information provided by the Department of Senior Services, below.

Elections

LETTER: Resident Endorses Brownsberger for State Senate

By Guest Writer | August 10, 2026

In the upcoming State Senate primary I will be voting for Will Brownsberger. There are three important reasons why.

Letters

LETTER: And the Plan for a Five Story Parking Garage in Watertown Square Marches On!

By Guest Writer | August 10, 2026

By Linda ScottWatertown Resident

This is in response to the very thoughtful letter by the Watertown Business Coalition, a group that has the difficult but rewarding task of working with all local businesses, the city government and the public at large to be a partner in shepherding Watertown into a successful future.

Around Town

Detours and Temporary Bus Stop Relocation This Week During Mt. Auburn Street Construction

By Guest Writer | August 9, 2026

Traffic detours on Mt. Auburn Street, Boylston Street, and Stearns Road will take place during the week of Aug. 10-14. Also, bus stops near Boylston Street will be moved toward Watertown Square. See more details in the announcement from the City of Watertown, below.