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Watertown Athlete Wins Titles on the Wrestling Mat and in the Boxing Ring

By Charlie Breitrose | April 10, 2026

Watertown’s Fahad Khan won his Golden Gloves boxing match in Lowell the same month he won a high school wrestling title. (Photo by James Thomas for the Lowell Sun)

Watertown’s Fahad Khan enjoyed a very successful winter, winning titles on the wrestling mat and in the boxing ring.

Draft Plan for Watertown Sq. Project Had 2 Options; Both Have Multi-Story Garage, 247 Housing Units & a Park

A view of the area proposed to be redeveloped in Watertown Square, including the parking lot behind CVS, Baptist Walk, and some privately owned parcels. (City of Watertown)

Detailed plans for redeveloping Watertown’s Municipal Parking Lot in Watertown Square, behind CVS, are included in the City’s draft plan for the Demonstration Project. The 163-page document outlines two options, both of which include a multi-story parking garage, a multi-story residential building (both with retail on the ground floor), and a public green space.

Police Log: Suspect Spits at Officers After Attacking Man with Chair, Shoplifters Arrested

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

First Details of Redevelopment of Watertown Square Parking Lots Revealed, Including Garage & Residential Project

Watertown City Manager George Proakis gave some details about a possible Demonstration Project on the Municipal Parking Lot in Watertown Square. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Monday night, the public got the first glimpse of a possible future for the parking lot behind CVS, the Armenian Museum of America and other businesses in Watertown Square, and it may include a multi-story garage built by the City and a residential building constructed by a private developer.

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Watertown’s First Human Services Director Shaping New Department, New Home for Food Pantry

Part of School Street to Close This Week for Construction

UPDATED: Watertown Representatives Help Mark 250th Anniversary of Important Event in American Revolution

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Grant Allowing Watertown Studio to Offer Free Kids Ballet, Jazz Dance Classes

By Guest Writer | October 20, 2021

Free dance classes for kids are available in Watertown.

The following announcement was provided by Move & Groove Watertown:

Move & Groove Watertown and Ballroom in Boston are so excited to be offering kids dance classes this fall! Thanks to a generous grant from the Watertown Cultural Council and in conjunction with our nonprofit, Dancing Feet, we are able to offer free dance ballet and jazz dance class for kiddos ages 4-6.

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Video Series Will Give Inside Look at Watertown Police, Features Dozens of Officers

By Charlie Breitrose | October 19, 2021

A series of videos debuting this week will give people an inside look at the Watertown Police Department, and allow them to get to know some of the officers and others working for the WPD.

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Don’t Miss the Final Watertown Farmers Market of the Year

By Guest Writer | October 19, 2021

The season is almost over for the Watertown Famers Market, so don’t miss out on a chance to purchase fresh produce, meat, fish and other items on Wednesday.

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See How to Watch the District Councilor Candidate Forum on Thursday

By Charlie Breitrose | October 19, 2021

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Three Town Council districts in Watertown have races in the Nov. 2 election, and the six candidates will appear at the candidate forum co-hosted by Watertown News and Watertown Cable Access TV.

Elections

LETTER: Group of Parents Advocate for School Committee Candidate

By Guest Writer | October 19, 2021

Dear Watertown Residents,

We enthusiastically and unequivocally endorse Jessica Middlebrook for Watertown School Committee. Because of her significant experience as an educator and her commitment to equity and inclusion, she is uniquely equipped to represent and champion our community’s educational priorities. She will ensure that our schools foster environments that care for students’ wellbeing, promote learning, and lay the foundation for students’ success.

Election 2021

LETTER: School Committee Candidate Would be Voice for Parents & Students

By Guest Writer | October 19, 2021

I met Rachel in the playground and my first impression of her was gentle spoken and genuinely kind.

Elections

LETTER: District A Candidate Backed by Pair of Watertown Residents

By Guest Writer | October 19, 2021

We are writing today to endorse Nicole Gardner to become our next District A Councilor. Nicole is the best person to represent us and work for our whole community, and we encourage our fellow East End residents to cast their vote for her on November 2nd!

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Historic House Reopens to the Public, Features New Sign & Labels for Pieces Inside

By Charlie Breitrose | October 18, 2021

Charlie BreitroseMembers of the Historical Society of Watertown celebrate the official unveiling of the new sign at the Edmund Fowle House.

On Sunday, the public got a chance to look inside one of Watertown’s oldest homes for the first time since the COVID-19 shutdown in 2020, and the Historical Society celebrated the debut of a couple of new features.