Entertainment
See What’s Coming to the 2025 Faire on the Square on Saturday
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Watertown’s biggest celebration, the 2025 Faire on the Square, will be at Saltonstall Park on Saturday, Sept. 13 from noon to 5 p.m. See the highlights below.
Police Log: Man Faces Charges After Driveway Paving Scam, Car Break-Ins, Investigation of Church Donation Theft
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Watertown Community Fridge Moving to New Location Behind Library
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.
New High School Building Taking Shape, Featuring Larger Gym, Theater & Classroom Spaces
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.
Watertown Farmers Market Holding Pop Up Farm Shop, SNAP Recipients Can Get Free Fruits & Vegetables
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.
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Elections
Chamber Hosting Virtual Debate for District C City Council Candidates
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Candidates for the City Council District C seat will appear in a debate hosted by the Charles River Regional Chamber on Monday, September 22, 2025 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Entertainment
Good News Gus! Brings Music, Magic & Puppets to the Mosesian Center for the Arts
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The following announcement was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:
The Mosesian Center for the Arts invites families and community members of all ages to enjoy Good News Gus!, a lively and interactive puppet show led by the multi-talented performer Harry Lacoste. The event takes place Sunday, September 21 at 1 p.m. at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA.
Obituaries
OBIT: Sebastian ‘Busty’ Santoro, 87, Founder of Santoro’s Service Center
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Sebastian “Busty” Santoro
Sebastian ‘Busty’ Santoro age 87 of Belmont, Sept 7, 2025. Beloved husband to Elizabeth ‘Betty” (Rosati) Santoro. Loving father of Tina Conlon & her husband Daniel, Lisa Santoro & Walter Santoro & his wife Franca. Cherished “Papa” to David Conlon and “Grandpa” to Adam & Giancarlo Spofford. He is the dear brother to Virginia Mancuso and the late Marie Lojko, Grace Whitezell, Pasquale Santoro, John Santoro, Domenic Santoro, Peter Santoro & Anthony Santoro.
Development
Two Multistory Residential Projects Proposed in New Watertown Square Zoning
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An illustration of the proposed residential building at 108 Water St. (WSQ Development LLC)
Two residential projects have been proposed in Watertown, south of the Charles River and another in a vacant site on Mt. Auburn Street. The projects are among the first that would be built the new Watertown Square Zoning districts created so the City would comply with the MBTA Communities Law.
Around Town
Young Entrepreneur Starts Business Selling Freeze-Dried Candy
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Kai Pope, middle, sold freeze-dried candy at a pop-up at 1st Yard Market, which is owned by Omar Omolade, left. Also pictured is Kai’s mother, Lizz.
An 11-year-old Watertown boy puts a spin on candy favorites and has started selling them at pop-ups and will be at the Faire on the Square.
Around Town
Gore Place Hosting Farm to Table Dinner
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The following announcement was provided by Gore Place:
Sunday, September 21, at 4:00 p.m. Come celebrate the Farm at Gore Place and the end of summer! Gather with guests from across Greater Boston for a seasonal, chef-curated meal celebrating local agriculture, sustainability, and community. In case of rain, dinner will take place in our spacious and modern Event Tent.
Entertainment
Watertown Actor Stars in Production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet
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T. Perry plays Horatio in Yorick Ensemble’s production of “Hamlet.”
The following information was provided by Yorick Ensemble:
Local theatre company Yorick Ensemble honors its namesake by taking on one of Shakespeare’s most iconic plays – “Hamlet.” One of the major roles is being played by an actor from Watertown.