Entertainment
Small Saves Takes a Sick Day in This Week’s Comic Strip
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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.
Watertown Wrestling Coach Kevin Russo Notches His 500th Win
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Watertown High School Wrestling Coach Kevin Russo reached 500 wins with a win over Lincoln-Sudbury.
Watertown’s Kevin Russo added to his long list of accomplishments as a wrestling coach by reaching a milestone in wins on Jan. 4, 2026. See details in the announcement from the Watertown Public Schools.
Watertown Renegotiating Contract for BlueBikes, Looks to Get More Beneficial Deal
Arsenal YardsThe Bluebikes station outside Arsenal Yards.
With Watertown’s contract with the Bluebikes bicycle share company expiring, City officials hope to sign a more favorable agreement.
New Persian Restaurant in Watertown Being Run by Familiar Faces
Caspian Persian Cuisine opened Jan. 1, 2026, on Bigelow Avenue. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
A new restaurant has joined the eating scene in East Watertown, with a familiar team behind it. Caspian Persian Cuisine opened at 72 Bigelow Ave. on Jan. 1, 2026 led by the former owners of Molana, the eatery that operated in Watertown Square for more than a quarter century.
Police Log: Driver Arrested After Hitting Police Cruiser, Car Stolen in Watertown Ends up in Malden
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
More Headlines
Council President Lays Out Watertown’s Accomplishments & Future Challenges at Inauguration
City Council, School Committee Bid Farewell to Departing Members
Mosesian Center for the Arts Announces Inaugural Artist-in-Residence Cohort for 2026
Schools
Watertown’s Special Education Program “Needs Assistance” According to State Report
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For the first time, the Watertown Public Schools’ Special Education program has failed to earn a grade of “Meets Requirements” from state officials. The School Committee heard a report about the shortfalls and possible solutions at its Dec. 8 meeting.
Around Town
Menorah Lighting, Fire Dancer, Crafts & More at Chabad Watertown’s Chanukah Celebration
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Arsenal Yards is partnering with Chabad Watertown to put on the fourth annual Chanukah Celebration on Monday, Dec. 15. See details in the announcement from Arsenal Yards.
Government
Residents Can Apply to Take Part in Citizens’ Legislative Seminar at the State House
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Massachusetts State House (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
State Sen. Will Brownsberger seeks residents interested in learning about the functions of the Massachusetts State Legislature during the upcoming Citizens’ Legislative Seminar at the State House. See more info provided by Brownsberger’s office, below.
Schools
Hosmer School Celebrated 2025-26 Literacy Week with a Theme of “The Power of Words”
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The following piece was provided by Hosmer Elementary School:
On Friday, Dec. 5, Hosmer School proudly concluded its annual Literacy Week, a vibrant celebration of the theme “The Power of Words” held districtwide in Watertown from December 1-5, 2025. The week highlighted how words shape communication, spark imagination, and strengthen community. The guiding message “Words have power. We communicate with our words. We paint pictures with words” framed a series of engaging activities for students, staff, and families.
Real Estate
14 Open Houses Around Watertown This Weekend
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Watertown has more than a dozen open houses over the weekend.
Government
Flock Cameras: City Manager Working Out Details of Contract for License Plate Reading Devices
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Watertown’s contract with the Flock Safety company for eight license plate reading cameras was signed in September, but City officials are working on changing the section covering when data will be shared with other law enforcement. Meanwhile, a neighboring community terminated its contract with Flock, and another is determining its own policy for using the cameras.
Around Town
Watertown Preschool Hosting Winter Gala Silent Auction
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The following announcement was provided by Russell Cooperative Preschool:
For 50 years, Russell Cooperative Preschool has been a place where young children learn through play, explore nature, and experience the joy of belonging to a caring community. This holiday season, Russell invites current families, alumni, neighbors, and the wider Watertown community to support that mission by participating in its annual Winter Gala Silent Auction, open now through Saturday, December 13th at 8 p.m.