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Police Log: Woman Busted for Texting While Driving, a Slew of Shopliftings

By Charlie Breitrose | 23 hours ago

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

Former St. Stephen’s School Teacher Faces Charges of Possession & Distribution of Child Pornography

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.

More Headlines

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

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

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

Sports

Watertown’s Taylor Lambo Garners 2 Honors for College Basketball Performances

By Guest Writer | December 10, 2022

Joshua McKeeHamilton College forward Taylor Lambo received honors from NESCAC and D3hoops.com. Lambo graduated from Watertown High School in 2022.

The following information was provided by Hamilton College Athletics:

Hamilton College’s Taylor Lambo ’26 (Watertown, Mass./Watertown HS) was selected the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) Women’s Basketball Player of the Week and placed on the D3hoops.com Women’s Team of the Week on Monday, Dec. 5.

Entertainment

Donut Day for Small Saves in This Week’s Cartoon

By Guest Writer | December 10, 2022

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.

Sports

“Inspirational” Watertown Field Hockey Team Honored by School Committee

By Charlie Breitrose | December 9, 2022

Charlie BreitroseWatertown field hockey players celebrate a goal in the State Final win over Sandwich. The Raiders won back-to-back titles, and WHS’s 20th overall.

After winning the State Championship for the 20th time, Watertown High School’s field hockey team received praise from the School Committee, and the players were called inspirations who represent the community well.

Obituaries

OBIT: Robert McCarthy, 77, Retired Watertown Fire Captain, Past President of Mass. Fire Fighters Union

By Charlie Breitrose | December 9, 2022

Robert McCarthy

Retired Watertown Fire Department Captain & Past President of the Professional Fire Fighters of MA Robert B. McCarthy of Watertown, passed away on December 6, 2022, at the age of 77.

Around Town

Grace Chapel Watertown Hosting Pair of Christmas Eve Services

By Guest Writer | December 9, 2022

Grace Chapel Watertown announced two Christmas Eve services at the church located at 525 Main St. in Watertown.

Around Town

Check Out This Week’s Watertown Open Houses

By Charlie Breitrose | December 9, 2022

Several properties are hosting open houses around Watertown over the weekend.

Schools

Vocational Committee’s Draft Recommendations Urge Students to Apply to Medford

By Charlie Breitrose | December 8, 2022

Medford High School and Vocational Technical High School

A committee looking at vocational education options for Watertown students recently created a set of draft recommendations, including that Watertown students apply to Medford’s vocational program and to continue to examine whether the City should join the Minuteman Vocational High School district.

Around Town

Watertown Cable Offering Sponsorship Opportunities to Local Businesses

By Guest Writer | December 8, 2022

The following announcement was provided by Watertown Cable Access:

WCA-TV is excited to announce that we’re now offering sponsorship opportunities!