Police/Fire
Police Log: Man Caught Trying to Break Into Cars, Driver Arrested After Flipping Vehicle on Its Side
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Triangle Co Cafe Opens in New Building at 66 Galen Street
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Triangle Co cafe is now open in 66 Galen. (Elisif Photography)
The following announcement was provided by The Davis Companies:
The Davis Companies (Davis) and Boston Development Group (BDG) today announced the opening of a new community café and social spot, Triangle Co, on the ground floor of 66 Galen Street in Watertown, serving both building tenants and the broader Watertown community.
Watertown Wrestling Coach Kevin Russo Notches His 500th Win
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.
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Entertainment
WEEKEND FUN: Watercolors, Craft Drop In, SOLSTICE & Ceramics Demonstration
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The New England Watercolor Society’s show at The Mosesian Center for the Arts includes “Boatyard at Sunset” by Rick Osann.
Let’s make this a weekend dedicated to arts and crafts! A few days ago I went to the reception of the watercolor show at the Mosesian, and it is truly worth a visit. The art has been collected from around New England and it’s fantastic. On Friday evening there is an LGBTQ+ drop in at the Hatch Maker Space. Isn’t it the perfect time to do some gift making? And if you are a potter, there is an all-day demonstration this Saturday by the award winning ceramicist, Randy Johnston at Indigo Fire Pottery Studio. Tell all your potter friends! Finally, the Mount Auburn Cemetery Solstice Light event is not fully sold out, so if you haven’t gotten your tickets yet, take a look. Their light show is a unique experience, and it’s fun to go outside at night, all bundled up in your winter coats, hats, gloves and wooly boots, to celebrate the solstice.
Sports
Watertown Boys Hockey Seeks Another Tourney Bid, Season Begins at Belmont on Satuday
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The Watertown hockey team seeks another trip to the State Tournament in 2025-26. Here the Raiders celebrate a 4-3 double overtime victory over Pembroke in the MIAA Div. 3 State Tournament. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The Watertown boys hockey team faces off with Belmont on Saturday in the first regular season game of the year. The Raiders look to return to the State Tournament and make a run as they have in recent years.
Entertainment
Concert of Traditional Armenian Folk Songs Being Held at Watertown Church
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The following announcement was provided by Orchestra Without Borders:
As October draws to a close, preparations are underway for a multidisiplinary celebration of Armenia’s musical heritage in Watertown, home of New England’s largest Armenian community and a new statue of the Armenian musician Komitas.
Around Town
Report on Southside of Town Has List of Buildings, Areas Places That Could Historically Preserved
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A study of the historic buildings in the area south of the Charles River was recently conducted by the City of Watertown. The report is intended to guide future historic preservation efforts in that area of town. The full report can now be viewed.
Around Town
Community Preservation Funds Approved for 2 Affordable Housing Projects & Work at the Commander’s Mansion
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A rendering of the affordable Willow Park affordable housing complex.
Funding for a home for adults with special needs, to help build a 138 unit affordable housing complex, and to replace the elevator at a historic home owned by the City of Watertown were approved by the City Council Tuesday night.
Sports
Watertown Boys & Girls Basketball Teams Both Tip Off Seasons Against Rivals
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The Raiders hope to celebrate more State Tournament wins in 2025-26. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Basketball is back for Watertown High School (well, at Watertown Middle School for one more year). The season tips off for the boys and girls varsity teams on Friday when each face rival Belmont, as both look to return to the MIAA State Tournament.
Around Town
Watertown Updating FEMA Mitigation Plan, Public Can Take Survey
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The City of Watertown provided the following announcement:
The City of Watertown is updating its FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan to assess its vulnerability to natural hazards and identify strategies to increase the resilience of our community, infrastructure, and natural resources.