Government
LETTER: City Council Should Make a Change to Its Rules
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I wish to Congratulate all the candidates that were elected or reelected to Serve The Community this past Tuesday.
Watertown Band, Dolata, Releasing First EP & Hosting Listening Party
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Dolata, from top left counter clockwise, Madi Donlan, Joe Froeber, Reilly Somach, and Amelia Allison.
Dolata, a band out of Watertown featuring dual lead singers, recently released its debut single, and will soon host a listening party for its first EP.
Watertown Model UN Earns Honors at Boston Latin Conference
Watertown High School’s Model United Nations club sent more than 40 students to the compeition at Boston Latin in November. (Contributed Photo)
A group of Watertown High School students showed their skills at diplomacy and negotiation and public speaking during the Model United Nations conference at Boston Latin School. Ten WHS students earned awards, including one who earned Best Delegate honors.
Watertown Bids Farewell to China Rainbow, a Dining Destination for More than Half a Century
China Rainbow, a Watertown dining institution since 1973, closed on Dec. 20, 2025. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Word spread fast after the announcement that one of Watertown’s dining institutions would be closing. Diners lined up to get a seat at opening time, and good luck finding a seat at dinner time. Fans of China Rainbow wanted to get one last tasty meal and a Mai Tai before owner Tammy Young retired after more than 50 years.
Three Watertown High Athletes Sign Letters of Intent to Play Sports at College Level
Watertown High School seniors Ava Lamacchia, Gavin Foley, and Sophia Setouhi signed their letters of intent to play college sports. (Photo by Watertown Athletics)
A boys soccer player and a pair of field hockey players from Watertown High School will continue their careers in college. This week, Gavin Foley, Sophia Setouhi, and Ava Lamacchia signed their letters of intent to play at the next level.
More Headlines
52-Unit Residential Building on Water Street Approved by Zoning Board
City Council Sends Letter to MWRA Opposing Allowing Sewage Overflow in the Charles River
Chanukah Candles Light the Dark Night at Chabad Watertown’s Fourth Annual Celebration
Around Town
Watertown Community Fridge Moving to New Location Behind Library
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Watertown Community FridgeThe Watertown Community Fridge provides free food and meals to those who need it. It will move to a new location behind the Watertown Free Public Library on Nov. 10, 2025.
The Watertown Community Fridge, which offers free food 24/7, will be moving to a new location. See details provided by the Community Fridge, below.
Obituaries
OBIT: John S. Airasian, 82, Longtime Businessman, Who Served His Beloved Hometown in Many Ways
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John Airasian
A Mass of Christian Burial for John S. Airasian, of Watertown, will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 11 a.m. in the Church of St. Patrick, 212 Main Street, Watertown. John was born in Cambridge to the late Peter S. and Anna E. (Calles) Airasian. He passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the age of 82.
Schools
New High School Building Taking Shape, Featuring Larger Gym, Theater & Classroom Spaces
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A view from the stage of the new theater in the new Watertown High School. A group toured the building on Oct. 29, 2025. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
A wide expanse of gym space, a theater that features a main stage and a black box theater, a two story media center, and large classrooms are some of the highlights of the new Watertown High School building that is about six months away from opening.
Around Town
Watertown’s Open: Hear About the State of Development in Town & Network
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A panel of local experts will discuss the future development in Watertown. See more details in the announcement provided by the Watertown Business Coalition.
Schools
Watertown Senior Among Fontbonne Students to Get Early Admission to Assumption University
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Nine seniors at Fontbonne, including Watertown’s Lily Carpenter (center), open their decision letters from Assumption University. (Courtesy of Fontbonne)
The following piece was provided by Fontbonne:
Excitement and anticipation filled the foyer at Fontbonne, The Early College of Boston on Oct. 22 as nine seniors, including one from Watertown, opened their acceptance letters from Assumption University.
Around Town
Watertown Farmers Market Holding Pop Up Farm Shop, SNAP Recipients Can Get Free Fruits & Vegetables
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Stock up on produce for at the Watertown Farmers Market Pop-Up Farm Shop on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Customers with SNAP benefits can get free fruits and vegetables from two farms. See more information provided by the City of Watertown.
Entertainment
WEEKEND FUN: Children’s Theater, Author Talk on Revolutionary War Spy, Craft Fair, Veterans Day Luncheon
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This weekend in Watertown starts off with a fundraising event at the Mosesian Center for the Arts. It will be a lively community gathering and set of performances to collect funds in support of children participating in Watertown Children’s Theatre and art programs at the Mosesian. There are door prizes to win too! In anticipation of the holidays, Saturday there will be a crafts fair at Gore Place. Think about supporting local artists when gift shopping this season! Also on Saturday afternoon, history buffs can enjoy an author’s talk about the trial of a Watertown Revolutionary War spy, presented by J.L. Bell. On Monday, Veteran’s Day, there will be a luncheon to honor and celebrate our veterans. Be sure to call to register in advance.