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See How to Reserve Your Spot for the 26th Annual Watertown Unity Breakfast
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World in Watertown is thrilled to invite you to the 26th annual Watertown Unity Breakfast on Jan. 19, 2026 from 8:30-11 a.m.
Council President Lays Out Watertown’s Accomplishments & Future Challenges at Inauguration
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City Council President Mark Sideris gave his inaugural address on Jan. 2, 2026. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Watertown’s elected officials face some key decisions that will impact the future of the City, including the future of Watertown Square and whether to build a new Middle School, said City Council President Mark Sideris, who also talked about the keys to successful governing of the City.
City Council, School Committee Bid Farewell to Departing Members
City Councilor John Airasian, and School Committee member Lily Rayman-Read.
Two Watertown elected officials served their final meetings in December, and each was bid farewell by their colleagues. City Councilor At-Large John Airasian departs the Council after two terms (four years), and Lily Rayman-Read finished two-four year terms on the School Commmittee.
Mosesian Center for the Arts Announces Inaugural Artist-in-Residence Cohort for 2026
Lyrical Faith was selected as the Mosesian Center for the Arts’ Ignite Fellow, one of the first group of Artists in Residence.
The following announcement was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:
The Mosesian Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the selected artists for its 2026 Artist-in-Residence Program, including the inaugural Ignite Fellow and the newly created Emerging Artist at Mosesian Arts award. This cohort of artists will be in residence during the Winter and Spring 2026 sessions, bringing a wide range of creative practices to MCA’s studios and engaging the community through public programs and events.
Winter Parking Ban Goes Into Effect Jan. 1, See Off-Street Parking Options
The Winter Parking Ban will be in effect starting on January 1, 2026. The City has options for off-street parking in municipal owned lots. See information provided by the City of Watertown, below.
More Headlines
A Trip to Armenia Inspired Watertown Native’s First Novel
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Watertown Armenian Church Remembers 2 Family Members Killed in Car Crash
Around Town
Join the Community Read of Works by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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The Community Read: Works by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will take place on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026 at the Watertown Free Public Library. See the announcement provided by the Unity Breakfast organizers.
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Watertown Library Invites Public to Join the Cook the Books Group
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The Watertown Free Public Library. (Courtesy of WFPL)
Cooking enthusiasts are wanted to join the Watertown Free Public Library’s cooking group. See details in the announcement from the Library, below.
Letters
LETTER: A Constitutional Question for the 250th Anniversary
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As the nation marks the 250th anniversary of the Constitution, we should confront a structuralquestion that receives far too little attention: What happens if a President refuses to comply witha ruling of the Supreme Court?
Sports
JIM’S VIEW: Boston Gold Kings Return to the Ice from Holiday Break in Style
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Power Play Senior Hockey action returned to the John A. Ryan Arena on the first Saturday night after the New Year, pitting the hometown Boston Gold Kings (BGK) versus the Holyoke Papermen. The Gold Kings started the night in second place, and by the end of the night they were still there thanks to an offense that clicked early and often, and a sterling performance from goaltender Mike Cowell. Final score of this one was BGK 7 and Holyoke 2.
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Results of Youth Risk Behavior Survey to be Presented at Watertown Youth Wellness Community Forum
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The results of the latest Youth Risk Behavior Survey will be discussed at a community forum hosted by the Watertown Youth Coalition and the Watertown Public Schools.
Entertainment
Watertown Musician Receives Iguana Music Grant from Passim
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Passim awarded Watertown artist Zachariah Hickman a grant which will enable him to fund his new recording project. See more information about the Iguana Music Grants from Passim, below.
Government
LETTER: City Inconsistent in How it Calculated CPA Charge for Owner-Occupied Properties
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Dear Mr. Proakis/George:
Happy New Year for you and yours. All the best for 2026.
On January 2, 2026, I received and reviewed my 3rd Qt. Fiscal Year 2026 Real Estate Tax Bill. I took the time to compare CPA Taxes for Fiscal Years 2025 and 2026.