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Phase 2 of Walker Pond Project Partially Funded After Council Vote

By Charlie Breitrose | August 14, 2026

Phase 2 of the Walker Pond project would help create a new park on the Westside of Watertown .

The effort to create a new public park in Watertown received a boost on Tuesday when the City Council approved nearly $1 million to go toward the cost of improvements to the Walker Pond site.

Young Boy from Watertown Teams Up with BC Football to Face Medical Challenges

Watertown’s Logan March, 7, signed a letter of intent with the Boston College football team. BC Head Coach Bill O’Brien presents the letter to Logan and his parents, Lyla and Robert. (Photo by Boston College Athletics)

Boston College’s football team announced the latest roster addition, Logan March, a 7-year-old from Watertown who was born with a rare genetic disorder.

See Early Voting Schedule for the 2026 State Primary, Registration Deadline

The Massachusetts State Primary will take place on Sept. 1, 2026. Democrats will have several races in which they can cast their vote, and Republicans can select the candidate for governor. You don’t have to wait until election day to vote, see the early voting times, and how to vote by mail.

Council Hears from Public About Potential Watertown Square Garage

The larger of the two garage options presented by the City of Watertown at the May 20 open house.

The City Council got a mix of opinions about the possibility of building a multi-story parking garage in the Municipal Parking Lot in Watertown Square on Monday night.

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Around Town

Gathering in Watertown Square Remembers Victims of Hiroshima, Nagasaki Atomic Bombs

By Guest Writer | 2 minutes ago

Candleboats float on the Charles River in Watertown Square during the Commemoration of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

The following piece was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment:

On Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026, Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment held a commemoration of the atomic bombing of the Japanese cities Nagasaki and Hiroshima. Anti-nuclear weapons activists gathered along the Galen Street Bridge for a silent vigil, remembering the thousands of people killed by these weapons and advocating for the abolition of nuclear weapons worldwide.

Elections

LETTER: Meaningful Change Isn’t More Likely if the Senator at the Top Doesn’t Share Your Values

By Guest Writer | 9 minutes ago

Some residents are clear. Daniel Lander is far closer to their values — but say they’ll vote for the incumbent anyway, betting that Senator Brownsberger’s seniority means Watertown gets its cut. That math doesn’t add up. Watertown won’t fix the affordability crisis by hoping our Senator brings home a bigger slice of pie.

Around Town

Detours for Road Work on Mt. Auburn Street, a Temporary Bus Stop Relocation This Week

By Guest Writer | 23 hours ago

During the week of Aug. 17-21, detours will be in place at Mt. Auburn and Chauncey streets due to the reconstruction of Mt. Auburn Street. Sidewalk work will continue near School and Arlington streets, and between Upland and Hillside roads. A bus stop will also be temporarily relocated.

Elections

LETTER: School Committee Member Changes Endorsement for State Senate

By Guest Writer | 23 hours ago

I am writing to share that I have changed my endorsement in the Democratic primary for State Senate. I previously endorsed Sen. Will Brownsberger, but I will now be voting for and supporting Daniel Lander.

Real Estate

Seven Homes in Watertown Sold This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | 23 hours ago

This weeks home sales include four condos, a pair of two-families, and a townhouse.

Transportation

3 MBTA Fare Pilot Programs Will Benefit Watertown Residents

By Guest Writer | August 15, 2026

MBTA buses operating in Watertown Square. (Photo by Mark Pickering)

The MBTA announced three pilot programs that will cut the rate of Express buses, provided unlimited transfers, and provide free rides for riders over age 75. See more details in the announcement sent out by the City of Watertown, below.

Elections

Former State Senator Endorses Candidate for District That Include’s Watertown

By Charlie Breitrose | August 15, 2026

Daniel Lander.

The following announcement was provided by Daniel Lander for State Senate:

Former State Senator and Massachusetts AFL-CIO President Steve Tolman endorsed Daniel Lander’s campaign for state senate, citing Daniel’s history of supporting organized labor and fighting for working people.With only twenty days until the democratic primary, this endorsement brings additional momentum to Lander’s challenge to Senator Will Brownsberger, the architect of the broken status quo on Beacon Hill.

Entertainment

Cartoon: Everyone’s Getting Ready for the Hockey Season

By Guest Writer | August 15, 2026

James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. It’s his life’s passion to stand between the pipes and keep the puck out of the net.