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Watertown Schools Recognized by State for MCAS Test Results

By Guest Writer | 17 hours ago

Watertown students at some grade levels excelled in the math section of the state’s standardized test in 2025. See more details in the announcement provided by the Watertown Public Schools.

State of the City: Manager’s New Goals, Charter Review & a Downtown Post Office

The City of Watertown will have a new set of goals used to create the annual budget and make decisions about how municipal departments operate, City Manager City Manager George Proakis said during Tuesday’s State of the City presentation. During the address, he and City Council President Mark Sideris also discussed the Charter Review set to happen in 2026, and the possibility of having a Post Office in the center of town.

State of the City Remains Strong Even as Dark Economic Clouds May be on the Horizon

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.

Council to Weigh Changes to Rules for City Boards and Committees, City Departments

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.

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Hear from the Candidates in Watertown’s Election at Upcoming Forums

Watertown Author’s Book Honored in Mass. Book Awards

City Manager’s Reflection One-Week After the End of the Trash Strike

Around Town

Our History: Sam Adams Frequented Watertown’s Fowle House

By Charlie Breitrose and Guest Writer | April 22, 2023

Charlie BreitroseThe Edmund Fowle House in Watertown housed the Massachusetts Council in Revolutionary times. Sam Adams was among the members of the Council.

The following story is part of a series on local history provided by the Historical Society of Watertown. It was written by Historical Society President Marilynne Roach for the January 2009 Historical Society newsletter, “The Town Crier”. Marilynne is also on the board of the Watertown Historical Commission.

Samuel Adams

Samuel Adams, 1722-1803 − political activist, eventual governor of Massachusetts, and long-time thorn in the side of the British authorities − actually did frequent the Edmund Fowle House when, as a member of the Council, he and the others met upstairs in the early days of the Revolution, technically committing treason.

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An Ode to Goaltending in This Week’s Small Saves

By Guest Writer | April 22, 2023

James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. It’s his life’s passion to stand between the pipes and keep the puck out of the net.

Schools

Local Company Visits WHS Class Bearing Gifts & Knowledge of Biotechs

By Charlie Breitrose | April 21, 2023

Charlie BreitroseWatertown High School teacher Kelly Hannon works with students in her anatomy and physiology class.

A Watertown High School science class recently got a visit from representatives from one of the City’s life science companies, which also provided some donations that will help students learn about the human body.

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Several Open Houses in Watertown Over the Weekend

By Charlie Breitrose | April 21, 2023

Homebuyers have several options for open houses in Watertown this week.

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Volunteers Will Cleanup Along the Charles River for Earth Day

By Guest Writer | April 21, 2023

The Charles River Cleanup will take place at different areas along the river in Watertown on Saturday.

The following announcement was provided by State Sen. Will Brownsberger’s Office:

Join Senator Brownsberger and staff for the annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup on Saturday, April 22, 2023 to pick up litter along the river.

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Local Woman Looking to Turn Her Passion for Nails into a Business

By Charlie Breitrose | April 20, 2023

Some nails designed and created by Watertown’s Rickteyzia Simmons, who plans to open a nail salon called Candy Paint.

What started as a pandemic hobby has turned into a calling for a Watertown woman, who now hopes to turn her passion for nail design into a local business.

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Watertown Helps Out —Citywide Volunteer Effort Runs Through May

By Charlie Breitrose | April 20, 2023

The Watertown Community Foundations’s annual month-long service event, Watertown Helps Out, will take place in May, and spots are still available.

Entertainment

Revels Hosting Auditions for 2023 Midwinter Performances

By Guest Writer | April 20, 2023

The following information was provided by Watertown-based Revels:

Come sing with Revels! Audition sign-ups for the 2023 Midwinter Revels adult chorus are now open, and we are excited to hear performers of all ages (18+), backgrounds, and experience levels.