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First Details of Redevelopment of Watertown Square Parking Lots Revealed, Including Garage & Residential Project

By Charlie Breitrose | 18 hours ago

Watertown City Manager George Proakis gave some details about a possible Demonstration Project on the Municipal Parking Lot in Watertown Square. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Monday night, the public got the first glimpse of a possible future for the parking lot behind CVS, the Armenian Museum of America and other businesses in Watertown Square, and it may include a multi-story garage built by the City and a residential building constructed by a private developer.

Watertown’s First Human Services Director Shaping New Department, New Home for Food Pantry

Jenna Bancroft

Watertown’s first Human Services Director came to town after working for more than four years in Newton, but it was a homecoming of sorts. In her first several months on the job she has been in charge of not only establishing a brand new City department, but also creating a new home for the Watertown Food Pantry.

Part of School Street to Close This Week for Construction

The roadway and sidewalks along a section of School Street off Mt. Auburn Street will be closed this week during installation of drainage and other work as part of the Mt. Auburn Street Project. See more details in the announcement from the City of Watertown.

UPDATED: Watertown Representatives Help Mark 250th Anniversary of Important Event in American Revolution

A replica of one of the cannons hauled from Ft. Ticonderoga, New York, to Boston, through Watertown, in 1776. (Photo by Marilynne Roach)

Marilynne Roach, president of the Historical Society of Watertown, and State Rep. Steve Owens recently joined the reenactment and commemoration of an event that helped turn the tide of the American Revolution.

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THE FINALS: Gold Kings Host Hudson Valley in Game 1 of the Championship Series

Police Log: Bones Unearthed at Historic Cemetery, Thieves Take 1 Car & Attempt to Take Another

JIM’S VIEW: Defending-Champ Gold Kings Take Winner-Take-All Game 3 in PPSHL Semifinals

Sports

JIM’S VIEW: Close, Tight Hockey Game Turns Into A Rout in Game 1 of PPSHL Finals

By Jim Vershbow, Contributor | April 6, 2026

The Boston Gold Kings faced off against the Hudson Valley Reapers at the John A. Ryan Arena in Watertown on April 4. (Courtesy of the Boston Gold Kings)

When a team wins a championship and the dust settles on the celebration, and then the season begins anew, defending said championship becomes the number one storyline. Trying to defend/repeat can be motivating or it can be a burden, or sometimes a little of both.

Around Town

Watertown Group Hosting Pair of Palestinian-Focused Films

By Guest Writer | April 6, 2026

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

The Palestine Committee of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment is this year offering a series of documentary and feature films that explores the history and culture of the Palestinian people and provides a picture of their life under Israeli occupation.

Around Town

Watertown Yard Waste Collection Resumes in April

By Guest Writer | April 6, 2026

Watertown residents can leave their yard waste on the curb again beginning the week of April 6. See details in the announcement from the City of Watertown, below.

Around Town

EARTH DAY: Watertown DPW Hosting Event, Multiple River Cleanups

By Guest Writer | April 5, 2026

Volunteers from State Rep. Steve Owens 2023 Charles River Cleanup. (Contributed Photo)

Watertown has multiple ways to help out for Earth Day in 2026, including a recycling event where you can get compost and a tree, and Charles River cleanups. See details below.

Real Estate

A Dozen Homes Sold in Watertown This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | April 5, 2026

Watertown’s home sales included half a dozen condos, two single families, a pair of townhouses, a two family and a three family home.

Letters

LETTER: How Honest is our Development Process?

By Guest Writer | April 5, 2026

Dear Watertown Residents:

Have I written enough about the April 6th meeting at the library? Perhaps, but when has that ever stopped me before??

Around Town

Hear Musicians of All Ages on Multiple Stages at 13th Annual Watertown MusicFest

By Guest Writer | April 4, 2026

The following announcement was provided by the Friends of Watertown Music:

Friends of Watertown Music invites you to our 13th Annual MusicFest this Friday, April 10th. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. and performances start promptly at 5:30 p.m.! Come celebrate music with us!

Entertainment

Cartoon: Small Saves Meets a Future Hall of Famer

By Guest Writer | April 4, 2026

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.