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Students & Parents Ask for Armenian Classes to be Expanded; French Most Popular World Language Unavailable at WHS

By Charlie Breitrose | June 26, 2026

The sign for the temporary Watertown High School at PFC Richard Moxley Field. (Courtesy by City of Watertown)

Watertown High School students, alumni, and parents of students who took part in the Armenian language program urged School officials to bolster the program for fear of losing the classes that are more than just about learning a language.

New Head of Perkins School for the Blind Looks to Build on Legacy, Advocate for the Visually Impaired

Perkins School for the Blind President and CEO David Barth, right, speaks with a student during the White Cane Walk. (Courtesy of Perkins School for the Blind)

David Barth did not take the most direct route to becoming Perkins School for the Blind’s President and CEO, but he told Watertown News that the work helping some of the most vulnerable children get the education, services, and rights that they deserve is something he has done during his whole career.

Unwanted Surprises Drive Up Cost of Renovation of the City’s Parker Annex Building

The Parker Annex Building (Courtesy of City of Watertown)

City officials have learned what it’s like to renovate a 100+ year old building, and the unwanted surprises that come with it. On Tuesday night, the City Council approved a $373,000 budget transfer to cover the cost of unexpected additional repairs, as well as to insulate the Parker Annex.

Students, Families Formed “Bike Bus” to Get to Hosmer School This Spring

A group of Hosmer Elementary School students met at Casey Park on Fridays this Spring to form a Bike Bus and ride to school. (Contributed Photo)

During the spring, a group of students and their families rode their bicycles from the Southside to Hosmer Elementary School, forming what became known as the Bike Bus.

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Schools

Watertown Student Honored by Salem State for Academics & Engagement

By Guest Writer | December 16, 2022

The following announcement was provided by Salem State University:

Student Success and the First Year Experience office at Salem State University recently inducted 33 outstanding sophomore students into Alpha Omega Psi, an honor society for students who demonstrate strong academic performance and engagement at the university. During their first-year, these students participated in the Salem State University Emerging Scholars Program and successfully completed all requirements while maintaining a commitment to their academic success.

Around Town

Six Watertown Properties Holding Open Houses This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | December 16, 2022

Check out this week’s open houses in Watertown.

Sports

Watertown Girls Basketball Looks to Build on Foundation Set by Prior Teams

By Charlie Breitrose | December 15, 2022

Catherine WilliamsThe 2022-23 Watertown High School girls basketball team.

Watertown High School’s girls basketball team will have to replace a couple big contributors from last season, but Head Coach Pat Ferdinand said he wants to build on the foundation the team built last year.

Around Town

Free COVID Tests Available from the Watertown Health Department

By Charlie Breitrose | December 15, 2022

The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Health Department:

Before you gather for the holidays, plan ahead and get FREE COVID-19 antigen test kits which are available in Watertown City Hall.

Around Town

Watertown Restaurants, Charles River Chamber Teamed to Provide More Than 700 Meals

By Guest Writer | December 15, 2022

Watertown Community FridgeThe Watertown Community Fridge, located at 80 Mt. Auburn St., provides free food and meals to those in need.

The Charles River Chamber’s Nourishing Watertown program has helped provide more than 700 meals to those in need through the Watertown Community Fridge.

Government

Watertown Will Buy Walkers Pond Property After Council Approves Deal

By Charlie Breitrose | December 14, 2022

Leo MartinWalkers Pond, on the Westside of Watertown, will be purchased by the City of Watertown for open space.

Watertown will expand its public open space and take control of one of the few wetlands in the city limits after the City Council voted to approve the acquisition of the Walkers Pond property.

Entertainment

Winter Solstice Celebration Hosted by Watertown Art Association

By Guest Writer | December 14, 2022

Swati Biswas and Friends will perform Indian dance as part of the Watertown Art Association and TILL/Wave Gallery’s “Celebrate the Solstice.”

The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Art Association:

Watertown Art Association and TILL/Wave Gallery present “Celebrate the Solstice!” on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2-4 p.m.! At TILL/Wave Gallery, 264 Arlington St., Watertown.

Around Town

Watertown Business Parking Passes Available, Deadline Approaching

By Guest Writer | December 14, 2022

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department:

The City of Watertown sells a limited number of parking permits to local business owners/employees on a quarterly basis.