Schools
Dozens of Watertown Students Earn Academic Honors at Their College
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More that two dozen students from Watertown earned academic honors this spring at 14 colleges and universities.
Council to Weigh Changes to Rules for City Boards and Committees, City Departments
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Photo by Charlie BreitroseWatertown City Hall
The City Council will be weighing in on a 39-page document that sets the rules for how Watertown’s appointed committees and municipal departments operate. Some changes proposed include changing the length of terms for some committees, who appoints members of certain committees, and how to remove members of committees.
Hear from the Candidates in Watertown’s Election at Upcoming Forums
As the Nov. 4 Watertown Municipal Election approaches, Watertown News and Watertown Cable Access TV will host a series of candidate forums for the local races, including the City Council and School Committee.
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.
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Watertown Hires New Veterans Services Officer, Who Will Also Serve as the ADA Coordinator
Voting Locations Changing for Many Watertown Residents in 2025
Around Town
Neighbors Concerned About Size of Proposed, Noise & Traffic from Project at Cannistraro Site
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A rendering of the proposed life science project at former Cannistraro property on Pleasant Street, Rosedale Road, and Acton Street. (Courtesy of Broder)
Developers heard from dozens of residents who showed up Monday night for an in-person community meeting about the project proposed for the former Cannistraro site, pro and against. Many with concerns lived in the residential neighborhood across the street, who fear they will be negatively impacted by the size of, and noise and traffic from the life science project.
Around Town
Meetings Planned on Proposed Changes to MBTA’s 57 Bus Route
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The following information about the MBTA’s 57 bus, which runs out of Watertown Yard and goes down Galen Street toward Newton, Brighton, Allston, and ends up in Kenmore Square, was provided by the City of Watertown:
The City of Boston Transportation Department is working with the MBTA to plan improvements to the Route 57 bus corridor and will hold public engagement events this summer to collect community feedback, before implementing changes in 2023 or 2024.
Police/Fire
Public Input on Selecting the Next Police Chief Wanted by City Manager
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The process for selecting Watertown’s next Police Chief has started and City Manager George Proakis will hold a meeting to hear from the public about selecting the next chief.
Around Town
LETTER: Noise a Concern for Proposed Westside Project
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A rendering of the proposed life science project at former Cannistraro property on Pleasant Street, Rosedale Road, and Acton Street. (Courtesy of Broder)
By Linda ScottWatertown Resident
“The hurrier I go, the behinder I get!” This quote is often ascribed to Lewis Carroll, the author of Alice in Wonderland and it was brought to mind after I attended the Broder Developers Meeting (the old Cannistraro building), last night.
Around Town
Trustees Narrowing List of Candidates for Next Library Director, Planning Interviews
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Watertown LibraryThe Watertown Free Public Library.
When thinking about what would make a great library director for Watertown, being involved in the community is one of the most valuable aspects, says Chair of the Board of Library Trustees, Leanne Hammonds.
Around Town
Replacement & Larger Recycling Toters Available from DPW
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Recycling toters are available from the Department of Public Works.
The following information came from the City of Watertown:
The Watertown Department of Public Works (DPW) is currently offering 96-gallon recycle totes for purchase as an option for broken totes and as part of the 2nd tote program. These can be purchased at the DPW at 124 Orchard Street and can be delivered if needed.
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Community Board Member Wanted for Watertown Transportation Management Association
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Watertown TMAThe Watertown Connector started running the week of Labor Day. The shuttle goes down Pleasant Street to Watertown Square and then heads to Harvard Square. It is open to the general public.
The following information was provided by the Watertown TMA:
The Watertown Transportation Management Association (WTMA) is seeking an Advisory Member from the community to join the WTMA Board.