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City Manager George Proakis, left, and City Council President Mark Sideris presented the State of the City on Sept. 30, 2025. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Despite an uncertain economic future, Watertown remains on solid ground, City Manager George Proakis said during Monday’s State of the City Address. He and City Council President Mark Sideris went into depth about the economic factors impacting the City during the annual address.
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.
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 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.
By Linda ScottWatertown Resident
This week is a kind of a big deal in Watertown politics. I know. It’s summer, and to borrow a phrase, it’s stinkin’ hot and humid. Who can think straight in this environment? My body has been fighting my mind for about a week now, and I apologize to all of my friends who’ve heard very little from me lately.
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
A rendering of the proposed project at 275, 313 Pleasant St. from the March Community Meeting. (Courtesy of Broder)
BRODER INVITES YOU TO A COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE
Brigham HouseSome young people cuddle with a giant teddy bear at the event hosted by Brigham House.
The following announcement was provided by Watertown Families Together:
Do you have a favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal??? … Bring him/her to the TEDDY BEAR PICNIC!
The following piece was written by Watertown Recycling and Sustainability Coordinator Anya Pforzheimer:
Why might I want to try composting?
A few reasons to give the free Watertown compost pickup program a try:
The following information was provided by the City of Watertown:
City Manager George J. Proakis is seeking Watertown residents interested in serving as the City’s Representative on the Massport Community Advisory Committee (Massport CAC). Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest accompanied by a resume or other information concerning background or experience by Friday, August 11, 2023 by email to citymgr@watertown-ma.gov or send to City Manager’s Office, 149 Main Street, Watertown, Massachusetts 02472.
A single family home and a condo were sold this week.
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Boys & Girls Club:
The Stephen P. Mugar Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit Watertown Boys & Girls Club!
Since its inaugural playing in 1978, the Watertown Boys & Girls Club annual golf tournament has been the cornerstone of the Club’s fundraising calendar. Hosted at beautiful Oakley Country Club in Watertown, MA this showcase event is recognized as one of the best of its kind in the Greater Boston area. As one of the original founding members of WBGC, Stephen P. Mugar was an avid supporter and keen participant during the tournament’s early years. After his passing in 1982, the event was re-named in recognition of Mr. Mugar’s years of dedication and service to the Watertown Boys & Girls Club.