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Watertown Schools Recognized by State for MCAS Test Results

By Guest Writer | October 3, 2025

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

Former Town Manager Michael Driscoll Remembered for His Love of His Family, and His Community

By Charlie Breitrose | February 21, 2023

Charlie BreitroseThe program from the Memorial Mass for former Town Manager Michael Driscoll.

Make your way around Watertown and it will be difficult not to go past something that former Town Manager Michael Driscoll had a hand in building or creating.

In his 29 years at the helm of the municipal government, he played a part in the construction of net zero schools, building police and fire stations, expanding the library, and creating new parks. Judging from the people who knew him best, however, the things that he treasured most were the friendships and relationships he built during that time.

Around Town

City Wants Input on Draft Comprehensive, Open Space & Recreation Plans

By Charlie Breitrose | February 21, 2023

The draft of Watertown’s most important planning document has been released, and City officials want input from the public about what’s included in the plan that will help shape Watertown’s future for years.

Around Town

Big Recycling Event: Styrofoam, Clothing, Mattresses, Dehumidifiers and More

By Guest Writer | February 21, 2023

The City of Watertown will host a recycling event, along with paper shredding and a compost give away on March 25 in the parking lot of the Jewish Day School on Stanley Street.

Police/Fire

Police Log: Man Arrested for OUI & Carrying a Loaded Weapon, Check Intercepted in Mail & Forged for Nearly $20K

By Charlie Breitrose | February 20, 2023

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

Business

Watertown Biotech Company Being Investigated for Breach of Fiduciary Duties

By Guest Writer | February 20, 2023

The following piece came from Shareholders Foundation:

An investigation was announced over possible breaches of fiduciary duties by certain directors at SQZ Biotechnologies Company.

Around Town

See How Presidents’ Day Will Impact Trash, Other City Services

By Charlie Breitrose | February 19, 2023

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The Presidents’ Day holiday will impact the trash and recycling pickup this week, and multiple city facilities will be closed.

Around Town

A Trio of Homes Sold This Week in Watertown

By Charlie Breitrose | February 19, 2023

A townhouse, a single family, and a condo Sold this week.

Sports

WHS Sports: Heartbreaking End for Girls Track, Girls Hoops Looking for Home Tourney Game

By Charlie Breitrose | February 18, 2023

Charlie BreitroseSophomore Elsa Ryan raced in the 600 meters and was part of the 4 x 800 relay.

BOSTON — Celebration turned to consternation for Watertown High School’s girls track team on Thursday night. The 4 x 800 relay team crossed the line in second place at the MIAA Div. 5 Indoor Track Championships, but minutes later the Raiders were informed they had been disqualified.