Around Town
Learn About Putting on a Wedding During the Pandemic
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Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion will show people how they can hold a wedding during COVID-19 at “Gossip!”
Watertown Tax Relief Legislation Approved by House, Moves to Senate
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Watertown City and State officials appeared before a joint committee at the State House on Jan. 27, 2026, to discuss the City’s Home Rule Petition. Pictured, from left, Steve Owens, George Proakis, John Lawn, Earl Smith, and Mark Sideris.
The City of Watertown’s effort to prevent a tax hike for residential property owners, which could be as high as 18%, cleared a major hurdle when it was approved the the House of Representatives on Beacon Hill.
Water & Sewer Rates Increasing More Than Expected Due to Error in Calculations
Watertown residents will see an increase of 4.5% in both the water and sewer rates for the fiscal year that began on July 1, 2026, which is slightly higher than forecasted a year ago. However, the future increase could be significantly higher than projected due in part to an error made calculating future year revenues.
Possible Purchase of Police Drone and Guidelines for Use Discussed by Council Committee
The Watertown Police Department is considering purchasing a drone like this one made by Paladin Drones (Photo from Paladin)
An automated drone is one of the new technologies being considered by the Watertown Police Department. On July 9, the City Council’s Public Safety Committee held a hearing to ask questions and hear from the public about the possible use of a drone.
A Pair of World Cup Final Watch Parties in Watertown
Those looking to join other soccer fans in Watertown to catch the World Cup Final have two choices of venues to catch Sunday’s big game.
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Around Town
Video Available for First Meeting of Group Following the Town’s Charter Review
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Watertown Forward, a group that seeks to bring information to residents about the Watertown Town Charter, held its first meeting on Oct. 3. For those who missed it live, the video of the meeting is available to watch online.
Development
Developers Discuss Project on Galen Street, Traffic & Transit Improvements
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A view looking south from Galen Street of the proposed life science building at 66 Galen Street.
Developers of the parcel on Galen Street that includes for former Colonial GMC dealership, say their project will bring millions in property taxes with the new biotech space, and also improve traffic in and around the Galen Street area. Residents remain worried that the gridlock will continue, or move onto side streets.
Business
Second Round of Microenterprise Grants Available for Watertown Businesses
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A lot of money was raised and spent on the 2015 Watertown Election.
Companies with five or fewer employees can still take advantage of the microenterprise grants that were adversely impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Around Town
Watertown Community Foundation Hosting Online Trivia Night
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The Watertown Community Foundation sent out a save the date for the annual Townwide Trivia Night.
Arrest
Police Log: Car Broken Into, Two Bicycles Stolen
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Real Estate
A Quartet of Homes Sold in Watertown This Week
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Two single-family homes and two condos were sold this week.
Government
Watertown Charter Review Committee to Hold First Meeting
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The group that will be reviewing and likely proposing changes to the Watertown Charter will hold its first meeting on Oct. 6.