Schools
Watertown Preschool Worker Being Investigated for Neglect Allegation
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A worker at the Watertown Public School’s preschool has been placed on leave after an allegation of neglect was reported in March.
Watertown Schools Recognized by State for MCAS Test Results
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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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Schools
Few Options at Area Vocational Schools, Watertown to Work with Students to Find Best Solution
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Medford High School and Vocational Technical High SchoolOne of the options for Watertown students seeking a vocational education is in Medford.
The options for Watertown students looking for a trade or vocational training program have shrunk recently, but local school officials will work with them to try to find a place for them at Watertown High School or in surrounding districts.
Business
Future of Life Science Industry to be Discussed by Panel at Chamber’s Virtual Event
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The Charles River Regional Chamber will host a virtual panel discussion focusing on the future of the life science sector in the area, development and more.
Around Town
What Do You Remember About Watertown’s Most Historic Event of Recent Times
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An evidence photo of Dave Henneberry’s boat parked on Franklin Street, where Marathon Bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was found.
The Boston Marathon bombings rocked the region 10 years ago this month, and a few days later the situation really got personal for Watertown residents when police tracked down the bombers, battled in the streets of the East End, and then spent the next day searching for the suspect who fled the scene.
Entertainment
New Rep Theatre Announces Directors for 2023 Season
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The directors for New Rep Theatre’s 2023 season, clockwise from top left: Shira Helena Gitlin, Pascale Florestal, and Lois Roach. (photo by New Rep)
The following announcement was provided by New Repertory Theatre:
New Repertory Theatre is excited to announce the Directors for each of the plays of its 2023 Season, as the company continues to build on its nearly 40-year legacy of excellent, provocative theatrical productions that speak to the vital issues of our time.
Government
Council Changes Conflict of Interest Rules to Try to Attract More People to Serve on City Boards
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A rule preventing anyone who is a “city employee” from appearing in front of any City committee or board had been limiting the number of candidates for volunteer boards, said City Manager George Proakis, so he asked the City Council to make some changes so they have more freedom under the conflict of interest rules.
Around Town
Help Pick the Design of the Structure Going into Saltonstall Park
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The City of Watertown will be installing a structure in Saltonstall Park which will become a hub of activity in the area next to City Hall. Various designs have been discussed, and people can take a look and cast their vote by stopping by the Watertown Library, 123 Main St.
Schools
Watertown Student Art to be Displayed at Local Mall
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Artwork created by students in the Watertown Public Schools will be on display beginning this week.