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Contractors Coordinating with East End Businesses Ahead of Sidewalk Replacements

By Charlie Breitrose | March 20, 2026

Kristopher Surette of Tighe & Bond shows the plans for the Mt. Auburn Street Project to members of the Coolidge Square business community. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Businesses in Coolidge Square will face some disruptions from the construction taking place over the spring, summer, and fall of 2026. Sidewalks will be ripped up and replaced as part of the Mt. Auburn Street Project.

New Watertown High School Nearly Done, Remains on Budget

The new Watertown High School is approaching completion, with teachers expected to move in after school ends in June. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Wednesday afternoon, School Committee members, City Councilors and others got to see the new classrooms, theater, gym, and media center that will be enjoyed by Watertown High School students starting in September.

Boston Gold Kings Look to Defend Ryan Arena Ice in First Playoff Game vs. Salem

The Boston Gold Kings will host the Salem Sasquatch in Game 1 of the PPSHL playoffs on March 21 at Ryan Arena. (Courtesy of the Boston Gold Kings)

The Boston Gold Kings bring their own form of March Madness to Watertown on Saturday night as the defending champs play Game 1 of the PPSHL playoffs.

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

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.

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

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

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

Around Town

Find Out About Applying for Grants to Help Watertown Residents Age 55+

By Charlie Breitrose and Guest Writer | February 7, 2023

The following announcement was provided by the Marshall Home Fund:

The Marshall Home Fund (MHF) is a community-based charitable foundation dedicated toserving Watertown residents aged 55 and older. We annually award modest program grants to public agencies, private non-profits, and town departments serving Watertown’s older adultpopulation. MHF also provides financial assistance grants to older residents in urgent need.

Around Town

City Encourages Residents to Return Census, Not Doing So Could Impact Voting Status

By Guest Writer | February 7, 2023

The following announcement came from the City of Watertown:

The annual City Census will be arriving in your mailbox soon! Be sure to complete, sign and return your Census as soon as you receive it!

Government

See How Much the City Proposes Charging New Developments to Fund Affordable Housing

By Charlie Breitrose | February 6, 2023

Watertown City Hall

The City of Watertown recently received approval from the state to charge linkage fees on new developments to raise money to create affordable housing. A zoning amendment has been proposed that would set the fee to be paid by new developments.

Entertainment

More Artists Added to New Rep’s Love Weekend Concert

By Guest Writer | February 6, 2023

The following information was provided by New Repertory Theatre:

New Repertory Theatre (New Rep) announced more artists performing in The Love Sampler afternoon shows, part of Valentine’s Love Weekend on Saturday, February 11 and Sunday, February 12, at the Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown.

Around Town

Tour One of Watertown’s Oldest Houses with the Historical Society

By Charlie Breitrose and Guest Writer | February 6, 2023

Edmund Fowle House, home of the Historical Society of Watertown.

The following information was provided by the Historical Society of Watertown:

The Historical Society of Watertown will be giving Open House tours at the Edmund Fowle House on Feb. 19.

Police/Fire

Police Log: Man Tries to Cash Big, Fake Check; Possible Home Break-in

By Charlie Breitrose | February 5, 2023

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

Around Town

2 Homes in Watertown Were Sold for More than $1 Million

By Charlie Breitrose | February 5, 2023

This week’s Watertown home sales include three single families and a townhouse.

Government

Watertown City Councilor Elected to Mass. Municipal Councilor’s Association Board

By Guest Writer | February 4, 2023

Lisa Feltner seeks re-election as District B Town Councilor.

District B City Councilor Lisa Feltner has been elected to serve on the board of the Massachusetts Municipal Councilor’s Association. The group provides opportunities councilors to network and share ideas, pursue educational opportunities, meet with state leaders and subject-matter experts, and participate in the advocacy work of the Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA).