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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Watertown author Robin Bernstein’s book was honored in the 25th Annual Massachusetts Book Awards. (Contributed Photo)
Watertown author and cultural historian Robin Bernstein’s book “Freeman’s Challenge: The Murder That Shook America’s Original Prison for Profit,” was honored during the Massachusetts Book Awards.
Full trash bins during the recently-ended trash strike. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Watertown City Manager George Proakis sent out the following piece on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025.
As we end the first week of fall and reflect upon the summer that saw our regular trash and recycling services disrupted by the labor strike between Republic Services and their unionized workforce, I want to extend my sincere appreciation to the community for their continued understanding and the members of City staff for their hard work.
Watertown hired a new Veterans Services Officer, who is a Navy and Army National Guard veteran with experience in frontline medical care, and most recently worked in the Massachusetts Executive Office of Veterans Services. See the announcement from the City of Watertown, below.
Courtesy of Gore PlaceThe historic Gore Mansion during the annual Sheepshearing Festival.
The following announcement was provided by Gore Place:
On Friday, October 13, 20, and 27, Gore Place will present the popular Halloween program Frightful Fridays in the beautiful 1806 mansion. There will be sessions each night at 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. Capacity is limited.
Photo by Charlie BreitroseArtists Amir Tabatabaei (right) and Niloufar Keyhani spoke about the mural they created in Watertown Square during a celebration of the artwork.
Tuesday night, nearly 100 people came out to celebrate a project by a pair of artists that was inspired by their new home: Watertown.
The Faire on the Square, Watertown’s annual celebration, will take place Saturday, Sept. 23 at Saltonstall Park (next to City Hall).
The following information was provided by Kymera Therapeutics:
Lea Florentino registered for the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai this year as part of Team Kymera Therapeutics after her husband was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 33 years old in 2021.
(Courtesy of Watertown Public Schools)
The following information was provided by the Watertown Public Schools:
The Hosmer Elementary School has been named a School of Recognition by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education following the release of 2023 accountability data. Hosmer is just one of 65 schools in the state to earn this honor.
The following announcement was provided by the Pigsgusset Initiative:
Watertown’s 2nd celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day will be held on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, from 1:30 to 5 p.m. at the Hosmer Elementary School, 1 Concord Road, Watertown. The free event will feature Indigenous musicians, artists and vendors.
The following information was provided by the Rotary Club of Watertown:
Watertown seniors are invited to the Rotary Club of Watertown’s Senior Citizen Cookout on Sunday, Oct. 1. This is a free event, with food, entertainment and more.
The old Watertown High School building. (Courtesy of Watertown Public Schools)
The following announcement was provided by the WHS Class of 1983 Reunion Committee:
The Watertown High School CLASS OF ‘83 Reunion Committee is thrilled we have finalized plans for our 40th, yes 40th, class reunion!