Real Estate
Four Homes Were Sold in Watertown This Weekend
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A pair of condos, a townhouse, and a single-family home were sold in town this week.
Two Killed in Multi-Vehicle Accident, Victims Were Returning to Church After a Funeral
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Two people died Tuesday during a multi-vehicle accident in East Watertown. The crash occurred after a funeral service in Watertown.
Watertown Band, Dolata, Releasing First EP & Hosting Listening Party
Dolata, from top left counter clockwise, Madi Donlan, Joe Froeber, Reilly Somach, and Amelia Allison.
Dolata, a band out of Watertown featuring dual lead singers, recently released its debut single, and will soon host a listening party for its first EP.
Watertown Model UN Earns Honors at Boston Latin Conference
Watertown High School’s Model United Nations club sent more than 40 students to the compeition at Boston Latin in November. (Contributed Photo)
A group of Watertown High School students showed their skills at diplomacy and negotiation and public speaking during the Model United Nations conference at Boston Latin School. Ten WHS students earned awards, including one who earned Best Delegate honors.
Watertown Bids Farewell to China Rainbow, a Dining Destination for More than Half a Century
China Rainbow, a Watertown dining institution since 1973, closed on Dec. 20, 2025. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Word spread fast after the announcement that one of Watertown’s dining institutions would be closing. Diners lined up to get a seat at opening time, and good luck finding a seat at dinner time. Fans of China Rainbow wanted to get one last tasty meal and a Mai Tai before owner Tammy Young retired after more than 50 years.
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Three Watertown High Athletes Sign Letters of Intent to Play Sports at College Level
52-Unit Residential Building on Water Street Approved by Zoning Board
City Council Sends Letter to MWRA Opposing Allowing Sewage Overflow in the Charles River
Entertainment
Irish Dancer from Watertown Performing in Boston Area for First Time in Nearly 2 Decades
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Jack Blackmon in PATH. (Photo by Julie Lemberger)
Irish dance star Seán Curran, whose career began with classes as a child living in Watertown, returns to the area for a dance concert Dec 6 and 7. This will be the first time his with his internationally acclaimed company has performed in the region since 2007. See more details in the announcement from Seán Curran Company, below
Around Town
DCR Seeks Input from Residents About Future of Park on Former GSA Site in East Watertown
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A map of the park on the former GSA Site in East Watertown. (DCR)
A former industrial site where the U.S. Army burned and stabilized depleted uranium has been cleaned up and turned into a park at the intersection of Arsenal Street and Greenough Boulevard. State officials now want to know what features residents want to see in the passive recreation space.
Entertainment
A Small Saves Thanksgiving & a Small Saves Storybook Video
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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.
Around Town
Call for Nominations: Unity Award Continues Long Tradition of Honoring Watertown’s Unsung Heroes
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Charlie BreitroseA mural created by Watertown High School students for the 20th annual Unity Breakfast.
World in Watertown announced it is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Unity Award, presented each year at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Unity Breakfast to recognize individuals or groups making significant contributions to civic life in Watertown. Nominations remain open through Nov. 30, 2025.
Real Estate
Five Open Houses in Watertown Over Thanksgiving Weekend
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A two-family, a townhouse and three condos will be hosting open houses this weekend.
Entertainment
Merry Mingle Returns to the Commander’s Mansion with Holiday Characters, Train Rides & a Tree Lighting
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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
Please join us for The Merry Mingle on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. at the Commander’s Mansion! Enjoy festive outdoor activities including a toy chest drive with Watertown Veterans’ Services benefiting the Whooley Foundation, meet-and-greets with holiday characters, train rides, artificial snowball fight with Watertown Recreation, and the Christmas tree lighting at 7:30 p.m., and more!
Around Town
Sold Out Donohue’s Turkey Trot Draws More Than 1,500 Runners & Walkers
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More than 1,500 people took part in the 20th Donohue’s Turkey Trot. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The 20th edition of the Donohue’s Turkey Trot drew the biggest crowd in the history of the Thanksgiving morning 5K run and walk. More than 1,500 people joined in the event, which raises money for the Watertown Boys & Girls Club.