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Snow Emergency Called for Major Snow Storm Forecast to Drop 15+ Inches on Watertown

By Charlie Breitrose | January 23, 2026

Teddy KokorosA major snow storm is forecast to drop 15 inches or more on Watertown on Jan. 25 and 26. Above, Main Street on the westside of Watertown during the Jan. 29, 2022 blizzard.

A Snow Emergency has been called in Watertown beginning on Sunday for the storm expected to dump as much as 20 inches of snow over two days. The storm will be preceded by dangerously cold wind chill. See the closings and postponements due to the storm, below.

Residents Express Concerns About Using Flock License Plate Reading Cameras in Watertown

Members of the Watertown Police Department discussed different technology used by the WPD, including a proposal to use the Flock Safety cameras. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

A room full of residents expressed their concerns about the Watertown Police Department’s proposed use of Flock Safety cameras in town, with the biggest issues about how the images collected by the license plate capturing system would be used outside Watertown and who would have access. As the debate over whether cameras should be used in the City, legislation at the state level could help reduce concerns.

Police Log: Man Caught Breaking Into a Vehicle, Fraudulent Health Insurance Policy Opened in Resident’s Name

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

Poet Laureate Speaks at Packed Unity Breakfast; Award Given to Group Monitoring Immigrant Enforcement

Massachusetts Poet Laureate Regie Gibson recited several of his poems at the 2026 Unity Breakfast. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Massachusetts’ Poet Laureate inspired the crowd at the 26th annual Unity Breakfast. During the event on Monday, awards were presented to a group monitoring immigration enforcement and supporting immigrants rights in Watertown, and a man who has been a big part of keeping the Unity Breakfast going through the Pandemic.

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Around Town

Charles River Chamber’s Sends Letter with “Timely Immigration Information for Employers”

By Guest Writer | 9 hours ago

The Charles River Regional Chamber sent a letter about anticipated immigration enforcement efforts in the Boston area, and included guidance for businesses and information about immigration policies. See the letter written by Chamber President & CEO Greg Reibman, below.

To our members:

Our chamber firmly believes in abiding by all federal, state and local laws. However, those laws include individual protections, rights and due process that we believe must also be followed.

Transportation

MBTA Announces Service Information During Upcoming Winter Storm

By Guest Writer | 9 hours ago

Charlie BreitroseAn MBTA 71 bus.

The following announcement was provided by the MBTA:

The MBTA provided riders with service information in advance of the upcoming winter storm, including that Commuter Rail Storm Schedules will be implemented this Monday. With frigid temperatures, wind gusts, and snowy conditions predicted this weekend, the MBTA also urges riders to be safe, plan ahead, and allow for some extra time if traveling on the T this weekend. While crews will be working hard to clear snow and ice throughout the transit system, MBTA riders are reminded to use caution on platforms, at bus stops, when boarding/alighting trains, accessing stations, and approaching railroad crossings.

Entertainment

Small Saves Cartoon: Hockey Player or Salesperson?

By Guest Writer | 9 hours ago

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.

Around Town

Refined Design for Walker Pond to be Presented at Community Meeting

By Guest Writer | January 23, 2026

See the refined conceptual design for Walker Pond at the third and final community meeting on Feb. 5 at 6 p.m. at the Jewish Community Day School, at 57 Stanley Ave. See details provided by the City of Watertown, below.

Sports

JIM’S VIEW: Boys Hockey Brings Their A-Game And Almost Pulls Off a Big Upset

By Charlie Breitrose | January 23, 2026

Wednesday afternoon at 4 p.m. at the John A. Ryan Arena, with Watertown/Wayland Raiders Hockey in the midst of a seven-game losing streak, one and all were treated to an excellent hockey game. Watertown/Wayland was faced with the challenge of trying to end the losing streak against the Winchester Red & Black, ranked 14th in the Boston Globe Top 20 as of last week and fresh off a big win at Belmont.

Real Estate

Watertown Has 14 Open Houses Over the Weekend

By Charlie Breitrose | January 23, 2026

Plenty of open houses to check out in town this weekend.

Sports

JIM’s VIEW: Watertown Faced Arlington in a Matchup of Top Middlesex League Girls Basketball Teams

By Jim Vershbow, Contributor | January 22, 2026

Tuesday’s game versus Arlington was likely one Watertown Coach Mike Tempesta had circled on his schedule, especially after Watertown made it to this game 6-2 in league play and Arlington 7-1. It would surely be a chance to measure one’s success to date, and figure out what kind of team he had when facing the strength of the league.

Entertainment

Watertown Resident Performing in Gilbert & Sullivan Play in Sudbury

By Guest Writer | January 22, 2026

The cast of the Sudbury Savoyards The Gondoliers includes Watertown’s Karen Powers, who is in the chorus of the Gilbert and Sullivan play. See more details in the announcement from the Sudbury Savoyards, below.