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Police Log: Bones Unearthed at Historic Cemetery, Thieves Take 1 Car & Attempt to Take Another

By Charlie Breitrose | March 31, 2026

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

JIM’S VIEW: Defending-Champ Gold Kings Take Winner-Take-All Game 3 in PPSHL Semifinals

Repeat after me – “The Boston Gold Kings are Defending Champions … The Boston Gold Kings are Defending Champions.” It’s an exercise I imagine most defending champions undertake. It’s a challenge winning it all, and even more so to repeat. 

See When Registration Will Open for the 6th Annual Watertown Arts Market

The Watertown Arts Market returns to Arsenal Park on Aug. 8, 2026. (Photo by Natalie Nigito Photography)

Registration will open for the 2026 Watertown Arts Market on Wednesday, April 1. See more details in the announcement from the Watertown Business Coalition, below.

No Kings III Protest Draws a Crowd in Watertown Square

One of the more than 1,000 attendees of the the No Kings III protest in Watertown Square on March 28, 2026. (Courtesy of Indivisible Progressive Watertown)

The following information was provided by Indivisible Progressive Watertown:

Approximately 1,300 people of all ages attended the No Kings III Protest in Watertown Square which was sponsored by Indivisible Progressive Watertown. Music was provided by Watertown’s own band “Rosie and the Resisters.” 

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Watertown Police Chief Michael Lawn Retires, Enjoyed His Career Even With Recent Challenges

By Charlie Breitrose | June 9, 2022

Charlie BreitroseRetired Watertown Police Chief Michael Lawn bids farewell to one of the officers he worked with over his 33-year career.

Watertown Police Chief Michael Lawn left the only full-time job he has ever had after more than three decades, and said he still enjoyed coming to work everyday even after the challenges of the last few years.

Entertainment

Mosesian Center for the Arts Hosting Pride Weekend Festival

By Guest Writer | June 9, 2022

The following information was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:

The Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown has announced events for a Pride Weekend festival and other programs, performances, and exhibitions for June and beyond.

Entertainment

Watertown Pottery Studio Hosting Spring into Summer Sale

By Charlie Breitrose and Guest Writer | June 9, 2022

Indigo Fire will host the “Spring into Summer” pottery sale at its Watertown studio.

Schools

New Elementary Attendance Zones Approved by School Committee, Enrollment Rising

By Charlie Breitrose | June 8, 2022

Watertown Public SchoolsThe Watertown elementary school attendance zone option approved by the School Committee. The buffer zones are shaded with diagonal lines.

New boundaries for Watertown’s elementary school attendance areas have been approved, and include buffer zones that would allow families to choose between two schools.

Around Town

Residents Can Dispose of Household Hazardous Waste, Pre-registration Required

By Guest Writer | June 8, 2022

Watertown residents can dispose of household hazardous waste, such as garden chemicals, batteries, and motor oil over on June 11.

Around Town

Juneteenth Celebration Includes Crafts, Games, Discussion Panel

By Guest Writer | June 8, 2022

The following information was provided by Watertown Community for Black Lives:

Watertown Community for Black Lives a working group of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice, and the Environment Presents Watertown’s 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration today, Saturday, June 18, 2022.

104 Main Street

Developer Discusses Vision for Major Project on Main Street

By Charlie Breitrose | June 7, 2022

Icon ArchitectureA view of the proposed project at 104-126 Main St. from Main Street.

The developers of the project proposed on Main Street in Watertown want to create a place where residents can live steps away from restaurants, stores, and public transportation available in Watertown Square.

Around Town

Community Preservation Committee Reviewing Lessons from First Year, How to Get Project Approved at Public Hearing

By Guest Writer | June 7, 2022

The following announcement was provided by the Community Preservation Committee:

Join the Community Preservation Committee for a public hearing on Thursday, June 16 at 7 p.m.

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