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WHS Seeing More Students from Diverse Backgrounds in Advanced Classes

By Charlie Breitrose | 14 hours ago

The sign for the temporary Watertown High School at PFC Richard Moxley Field. (Courtesy by City of Watertown)

The students taking Advanced Placement classes at Watertown High School have become more diverse, and more students come from low-income backgrounds. The total number of students in AP classes increased, too.

Student Cell Phone Ban During School Day Approved by School Committee

The School Committee approved a Personal Electronic Device (PED) Policy that prevents students from using or having access to a device — such as a cell phone or tablet — during the entire school day, including during lunchtime and breaks.

Watertown Playground Named for Soldier Killed in Vietnam Will be Upgraded

Drawings of plans for renovating the Lt. Paul Sullivan Playground. (Source: City of Watertown)

A playground named in honor of a Watertown man who died in Vietnam will be getting an update, with new play structures and paving.

Noah Kahan References Watertown in a Song on His New Album

Noah Kahan, from his Facebook page.

Watertown got a shoutout in Noah Kahan’s latest album “The Great Divide.” The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter said he enjoyed the time he spent living in town.

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Sports

JIM’S VIEW: Watertown Baseball Faced Stoneham, Winchester at Victory Field

By Guest Writer | 19 hours ago

Watertown Baseball moved to 1-5 in league play with an 8-2 loss to Stoneham at Victory Field on the afternoon of May 1. In six league games to date, Watertown has scored 0, 1, 1, 4, 1 and 2 runs. It’s not a recipe for winning baseball, whether you are the run-prevention Red Sox or the Watertown Raiders Varsity Baseball. The Raiders have some good, young talent and they are only going to get better, but putting together hits and scoring runs continues to be a challenge in a very stingy Middlesex League.

Charity

Patrick’s PALS to Host 30th Annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament May 30

By Guest Writer | 19 hours ago

Patrick’s PALS will host the 30th annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament fundraiser on May 30.

Watertown-based Patrick’s PALS is in its 30th year, raising money for research into Fragile X Syndrome, the most common inherited cause of autism and intellectual disabilities. A 3-on-3 basketball fundraiser will be held at the TRACK at New Balance. See more details provided by Patrick’s PALS, below.

Entertainment

A Pair of Upcoming Watertown School Music Program Performances

By Charlie Breitrose | 19 hours ago

Watertown Public School’s musicians will be performing at a pair of concerts in May.

Around Town

Watertown Walks in May Include Strolls Focused on Art, the River & the Library’s Project Literacy

By Guest Writer | 20 hours ago

The City’s Watertown Walks series continues in May with a variety of themes from fitness, to the Library’s Project Literacy program, the Community Sculpture Walk, and a stroll along the Charles River. See details provided by Live Well Watertown, below.

Obituaries

OBIT: Philip A. “Phil” Vachon, 75, Lifelong Southside Resident, Loyal Friend and Family Member

By Guest Writer | May 5, 2026

Phil Vachon

A Mass of Christian Burial for Philip A. “Phil” Vachon will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St. Patrick Church in Watertown.

Around Town

Plans for Passive Park to be Discussed at 2nd DCR Meeting on Former GSA Site

By Charlie Breitrose | May 5, 2026

The Department of Conservation and Recreation will host the second virtual public meeting about a proposed Charles River Reservation passive park at the former 13 acre “GSA site” in East Watertown.

Around Town

Watertown Business Coalition Hosting Member Appreciation Social at Donohue’s

By Guest Writer | May 5, 2026

The Watertown Business Coalition will host a Member Appreciation Social at Donohue’s Bar & Grill on Wednesday, May, 13, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event is open to members and non-members. See more details in the information from the WBC, below:

Around Town

Watertown Group Hosting May Screening in Palestinian Film Series

By Guest Writer | May 5, 2026

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

The Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice & the Environment will be showing the film PALESTINE 1920: THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PALESTINIAN STORY produced by Al Jazeera Arabic in 1922. Please join us for a post film discussion led by Hani Murad, a Palestinian American.