Government
Sen. Brownsberger Appearing at 2 Community Events This Week
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State Sen. Will Brownsberger
State Sen. Will Brownsberger announced that he will be appearing at a pair of events in Watertown this week.
Police Log: Threatening Flyer Left at Home, Suspected Organized Crime Scam Used at Nike, Shoplifters Busted
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Watertown Author’s Book Honored in Mass. Book Awards
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.
City Manager’s Reflection One-Week After the End of the Trash Strike
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 Hires New Veterans Services Officer, Who Will Also Serve as the ADA Coordinator
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.
More Headlines
Voting Locations Changing for Many Watertown Residents in 2025
Council Gives City Manager High Marks in Review, Also Some Suggestions
Trash Strike Has Ended, City Closing Temporary Drop Off Site
Government
City Bulking Up Cyber Security After Council Approves Funding
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(Courtesy of City of Watertown)
The internet can be a treacherous place where identities can be stolen, scams are perpetrated, and websites get hacked. Watertown will take steps to keep the City’s websites secure, and up and running by increasing cybersecurity.
Schools
LETTER: School Committee Member Seeks Re-Election
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School Committee member Kendra Foley seeks re-election.
My name is Kendra Foley. I have served on the Watertown School Committee for eight years, the last two as Chair. I am running for re-election on November 7th and I am asking for one of your three votes for School Committee.
Entertainment
Watertown’s Got Talent is Back, Applications Due Soon!
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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation:
Do you have what it takes to be crowned Watertown’s Top Talent? Announcing Watertown’s Got Talent is BACK for a second year!!
Around Town
City Seeks Feedback on Watertown Square Cultural District
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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
Your feedback is vital to the success of the Watertown Square Cultural District!
Around Town
Man Behind the Water Shuttle to Boston Leads Tour Along River
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Drew Rollert, left, the Watertown man who wants to start a boat service to Boston from Watertown Square, guided a Walk N Talk along the River on Sept. 14. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
“The best way to get to Boston is by boat!” Drew Rollert told a group of people who joined the Live Well Watertown/Watertown Business Coalition Walk N Talk along the Charles River on Sept. 14.
Sports
Watertown High School Faces Rival in Doubleheader at Soccer Night in Belmont
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The following announcement was provided by Watertown High School Soccer:
The Watertown High School Boys and Girls Varsity soccer teams will face off against Belmont in the 8th Annual Soccer Night in Belmont on Saturday, September 23rd, at Belmont High School.
Around Town
Historical Society Hosts One-Woman Show About Ruth Bader Ginsberg
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Sheryl Fay will present her one-woman show on Ruth Bader Ginsberg at the Watertown Library. (Courtesy of SherylFaye.com)
The following announcement was provided by the Historical Society of Watertown:
The Historical Society & Watertown Free Public Library present: Ruth Bader Ginsberg: “I Dissent.” Performed by Sheryl Faye.