Entertainment
See the Lineup for the Mosesian Arts Live 2025-26 Season
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The Mosesian Center for the Arts released highlights of the Mosesian Arts Live 2025–26 Season upcoming season. See the information in the announcement below.
Two Killed in Multi-Vehicle Accident, Victims Were Returning to Church After a Funeral
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Two people died Tuesday during a multi-vehicle accident in East Watertown. The crash occurred after a funeral service in Watertown.
Watertown Band, Dolata, Releasing First EP & Hosting Listening Party
Dolata, from top left counter clockwise, Madi Donlan, Joe Froeber, Reilly Somach, and Amelia Allison.
Dolata, a band out of Watertown featuring dual lead singers, recently released its debut single, and will soon host a listening party for its first EP.
Watertown Model UN Earns Honors at Boston Latin Conference
Watertown High School’s Model United Nations club sent more than 40 students to the compeition at Boston Latin in November. (Contributed Photo)
A group of Watertown High School students showed their skills at diplomacy and negotiation and public speaking during the Model United Nations conference at Boston Latin School. Ten WHS students earned awards, including one who earned Best Delegate honors.
Watertown Bids Farewell to China Rainbow, a Dining Destination for More than Half a Century
China Rainbow, a Watertown dining institution since 1973, closed on Dec. 20, 2025. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Word spread fast after the announcement that one of Watertown’s dining institutions would be closing. Diners lined up to get a seat at opening time, and good luck finding a seat at dinner time. Fans of China Rainbow wanted to get one last tasty meal and a Mai Tai before owner Tammy Young retired after more than 50 years.
More Headlines
Three Watertown High Athletes Sign Letters of Intent to Play Sports at College Level
52-Unit Residential Building on Water Street Approved by Zoning Board
City Council Sends Letter to MWRA Opposing Allowing Sewage Overflow in the Charles River
Entertainment
@1775 Concert in Watertown Features Music That Inspired the Founding Fathers
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The following announcement was provided by Sarasa Ensemble:
As part of the semiquincentennial celebration of our nation and the Battles of Lexington and Concord taking place in Eastern Massachusetts in 2025, Sarasa will present a chamber music program for soprano, violin, two cellos, and fortepiano that highlights works which would have been performed around the time of the American Revolution.
Police/Fire
Police Catch Two Alleged Home Invaders Hours After Breaking Into Watertown Home
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Police placed two male suspects for allegedly breaking into a Watertown home while wearing masks.
Around Town
Watertown Business Coalition Hosting the First Annual Pizza Fest
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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Business Coalition:
Calling all pizza lovers! The Watertown Business Coalition (WBC) is thrilled to announce THE FIRST ANNUAL PIZZA FEST! From September 5 to 12, residents are encouraged to head to their favorite pizza spot and experience the great pizza served here in the City!
Entertainment
Artwork by Mosesian Center for the Arts Members Will be Displayed in Sept. and Oct.
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Rebecca Skinner’s “Interior 1” will be part of Mosesian Arts’ Member’s Exhibition.
The following announcement was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:
At Mosesian Arts, artists explore variety of themes from the natural world to abandoned dwellings, abstractions and more in this year’s Members Exhibition.
Police/Fire
Police Log: Suspect Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charge, Man Tries to Book Hotel with Stolen Credit Card
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Transportation
MBTA Will Start Fare Checks, Warnings & Fines in September
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Charlie BreitroseAn MBTA Bus on Mt. Auburn Street.
The following information was provided by MassDOT:
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced that fare checks as the part of its Fare Engagement Program will soon begin within the subway system. Beginning September 8, Fare Engagement Representatives will begin issuing formal warnings and citations to riders who have not tapped at a fare gate or farebox. More information is available at mbta.com/FareCheck.
Business
Charles River Chamber Hosting Pair of Events in Watertown
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The Charles River Regional Chamber will host two events in Watertown during September. The organization represents Watertown, Newton, Needham, and Wellesley. See more information in the Chamber’s announcement below.