Around Town
Watertown Food Pantry Needs a Longterm Temporary Location
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One of the food pantries in town must find a temporary location while their current location is under construction.
Former St. Stephen’s School Teacher Faces Charges of Possession & Distribution of Child Pornography
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The following report was provided by The Waltham Times:
By Isabella LaprioreThe Waltham Times
Stephen McDonough, 60, of 251 Ridge Lane, Waltham, pleaded not guilty to charges of possession of child pornography and distributing material of a child in a sexual act at a Sept. 26 arraignment at Waltham District Court.
Watertown Schools Recognized by State for MCAS Test Results
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.
More Headlines
Council to Weigh Changes to Rules for City Boards and Committees, City Departments
Hear from the Candidates in Watertown’s Election at Upcoming Forums
Watertown Author’s Book Honored in Mass. Book Awards
Sports
Skate-a-Thon Raising Money for Watertown Youth Hockey, Honoring Mom Who Passed Away
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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Youth Hockey:
Watertown Youth Hockey invites the community to come out and support our annual Skate-a-Thon fundraiser. Our players will skate 50 laps in 50 minutes! The event will take place on Tuesday, February 14th at the John A. Ryan Arena.
Around Town
Watertown Group Hosts Talk with ACLU on Technology & Surveillance
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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice & the Environment:
The focus of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice & the Environment’s February meeting is TEACHING FOR LIBERTY, NOT SURVEILLANCE on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 7 p.m., via zoom.
Around Town
See the Super Bowl Weekend Open Houses in Watertown
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Homebuyers have 11 open houses to visit in Watertown this weekend.
Schools
Watertown Teachers Union Addresses Salaries, Parental Leave and Other Issues in Contract Negotiations
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Watertown teachers rallied in Watertown Square calling for settling their contract. Photo courtesy of Watertown Cable News / Maya Shwayder.
Watertown’s teachers spoke out about their desire for a “fair contract” during Monday’s School Committee, and responded to the statement from the School Committee about the negotiations made during the previous meeting.
Around Town
Discuss the Future of Watertown Square, Tour Major Art Exhibit at Networking Event
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Watertown Square
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Business Coalition:
Come discuss the future of Watertown Square at the Watertown Business Coalition’s Coffee Connect on Wednesday, Feb. 15. The event is free and open to all.
Entertainment
New Rep Theatre Announces Two New Pipeline Project Residencies
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New Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce the selection of two new artist residencies for its second round of Pipeline Projects. Selected from over 40 submissions from local artists, these artists represent exceptionally innovative and relevant works for our time.
Schools
Rising Special Education Costs Contribute to $1 Million Shortfall for FY24 Watertown School Budget
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The Watertown Public Schools face a shortfall of around $1 million for the 2023-24 school year (Fiscal Year 2024), due in part to a large increase in the cost of special education.