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Memory of Fallen Watertown Firefighter Not Forgotten Nine Years After His Death

By Charlie Breitrose | 12 hours ago

Watertown Firefighters salute during the ceremony honoring Joe Toscano, the firefighter who died nine years ago while working a fire. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Nine years after losing one of its own, the Watertown Fire Department paid honored to Firefighter Joe Toscano just down the street from where he lost his life. The annual event held at the time of his passing brings together members of the WFD, Toscano’s family, and others who remember the tragic day.

Charles River Chamber Panel Looked at How Watertown Became a Life Science Hub

A panel of speakers discussed the life science industry in Watertown at an event hosted by the Charles River Regional Chamber. From left, City Manager George Proakis, Boylston Properties President Mark Deschenes, CEO of Labshares Phillip Borden, and C4 Chief People Officer Kelly Schick. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Eleven years ago, 25 life science companies had facilities in Watertown. Today, more than four times that many companies are located in the City, making it one of Massachusetts’ life science hubs.

WHS Medical Assistant Students Practiced What They Learned in Class in the Real World

A Watertown High School student conducts medical tests during a community health clinic run by the school’s Medical Assisting Program. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

City employees had the opportunity to get free checkups from some aspiring medical professionals during a clinic run by the Watertown High School Medical Assisting Program.

Actors’ Shakespeare Project’s 2026-27 Season Features 2 Shows in Watertown

Actors’ Shakespeare Project will produce four shows in the 2026-27 season. Two shows — one of the Bard’s classics plus a vampire comedy at Halloween time — will go on stage at the Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown. See what the company has in store next season in the announcement from ASP, below.

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Catch Basin Cleaning Starts Soon, DPW Asks Residents to Help Keep Them Clean

By Guest Writer | April 22, 2023

Watertown DPWThe Department of Public Works will start stormwater catch basin cleaning during the week of April. 24.

The following announcement was provided by the Department of Public Works:

Beginning the week of April 24, 2023, the City will be cleaning stormwater catch basins throughout the City, utilizing our contractor, BMC Corporation. There are about 3,500 catch basins in the City and it will take about a month to clean them all.

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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.

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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.