Business
New Cookie Shop Holding Grand Opening Celebration
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Cookie lovers — put Friday, Dec. 8 on your calendar for the grand opening of Watertown’s newest cookie addition: Chip City.
What New Industries Might be Attracted to Watertown, Changes to the Square Discussed by City Manager
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City Manager George Proakis spoke at the Watertown Business Coalition’s City Update on March 5, 2026. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Watertown became a magnet for life science companies in the last several years, and City Manager George Proakis said the building boom in that industry may be slowed, but other industries may be attracted to the same things: proximity to Boston and the universities in the area, easy access, and a nice place to be.
Several Owls Visit Mount Auburn Cemetery During Long-Running Program Hosted by Owl Enthusiasts & Rescuers
Marcia Wilson holds a Eurasian Eagle Owl during the Eyes on Owls event at Mount Auburn Cemetery. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Mount Auburn Cemetery recently welcomed a couple who have devoted their lives to observing and caring for owls. They have traveled around New England in search of the raptors, from Crane Beach in Ipswich to Rye, New Hampshire, to Nantucket, and have ventured as far as Alaska, Serbia and Nunavut in the north of Canada to catch a glimpse of owls.
School Committee Votes on Watertown Middle School Start Time for 2026-27
Watertown Middle School (Courtesy of Watertown Public Schools)
The debate over when to start the day for middle school students returned to the Watertown School Committee this week, focusing on what time the school day should begin for the 2026-27 school year. The discussion has been complicated by impact on after-school sports and the shortage of fields in town.
Boston Bruins Player Gets an Education About a Sport for the Blind at Perkins School
Boston Bruin Alex Steeves learns about goalball from two members of Perkins School for the Blind Towerhawks. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Boston Bruins center Alex Steeves has played in some tough environments — Montreal, Toronto, Madison Square Garden — but on Monday he entered the Perkins School for the Blind’s gym to try his hand at a new sport: one which requires him to play blindfolded.
More Headlines
WHS Sports: Wrestler Reaches 100 Wins; Girls Basketball & Boys Hockey in Tourney Play
New Signage for Paintings in City Hall Provides a Historical Perspective
Police Log: Man Arrested for Causing Disturbance at Restaurant, Police Locate Man Wanted on 3 Warrants
Business
Business Parking Passes for Municipal Lots Go on Sale Soon
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The City of Watertown announced that Business Parking passes for Watertown municipal parking lots will go on sale on Tuesday, Dec. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Government
Some City Departments Will be On the Move within City Hall or to Parker Annex
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Photo by City of WatertownThe City of Watertown will move multiple municipal departments to the Parker Annex Building on Watertown Street.
City Hall has been the center of municipal government in Watertown for nearly a century, and it will continue to be filled with local government offices but some will be moving across the Charles River to the recently reacquired Parker Annex Building.
Around Town
New Doughnut Shop Opens in Watertown, Grand Opening Party Planned
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Blackbird Doughnuts opened at Arsenal Yards in Watertown. (Photo from Blackbird Doughnuts)
Lovers of sweet treats have a new place to shop. Blackbird Doughnuts has opened in Arsenal Yards in Watertown.
Government
City of Watertown’s Inauguration to be Held at Commander’s Mansion
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Watertown’s elected officials will take the oath of office during a ceremony to be held on Jan. 2, 2024 at the Commander’s Mansion.
Around Town
Watertown College Student Shares His Experience Dealing with a Rare, Painful Disease in New Book
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Shant Cimenian shared his story about dealing with an invisible disease in his soon to be published book. (Courtesy Photo)
Most days, Shant Cimenian’s life is a very typical one. The 21-year-old Watertown resident attends UMass Boston and is looking toward life after college. However, some days, without warning, he will be thrown into writhing agony due to a rare disease.
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Watertown Seeking Plow Drivers for 2023-24 Snow Season
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by Charlie BreitroseSnow plow drivers are wanted by the Watertown Department of Public Works to help with snow and ice removal.
Have a truck with a plow — the Watertown Department of Public Works wants you this winter.
Around Town
Watertown Dog and Cat Licenses Can be Renewed
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The following information was provided by the City of Watertown:
Watertown dog and cat owners, please be on the lookout for your renewal letter from PetData. Starting today, you can register for your pets’ 2024 license either in the City Clerk’s office or online with PetData.