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Charlie BreitroseA lot of money was raised and spent on the 2015 Watertown Election.
Watertown homeowners will see their property taxes rise nearly 7 percent after the City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Classification on Wednesday night.
Six body works businesses in Watertown have been closed indefinitely after being found to be in violation of the City’s new body works regulations.
John Airasian
This week, Watertown said goodbye to a man who devoted his life to three things: family, business, and the community. Thousands lined up in the cold weather for his wake on Tuesday, and on Wednesday hundreds sat in the pews at St. Patrick’s Church for the funeral of John S. Airasian.
Watertown field hockey players Kaylee Master, Ava Lamacchia, and Lola Venezia defend against Uxbridge in the MIAA Div. 3 Tournament Semifinal. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
WEST BRIDGEWATER — Far better is it to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure … than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they live in a gray twilight that knows not victory nor defeat. ~ Theodore Roosevelt
The following announcement was provided by Turtle Studios:
On the weekend of October 25 and 26, Turtle Studios will swing open its doors to the public for its semiannual Open Studios art exhibition and sale at 213 California Street, Newton, from 12-5 p.m. Several Watertown artists have studios.
I attended last week’s WCA-TV Library Trustee Candidate Forum, and I continue to be impressed with Mr. Xin Peng. In his few years here, I have never seen someone connect so many people so rapidly. He has been instrumental in Pride month, leads World in Watertown and serves on the Human Rights Commission. And now he is running for Library Trustee in the upcoming election.
The following report was provided by The Waltham Times:
By Isabella LaprioreThe Waltham Times
Stephen McDonough, 60, of 251 Ridge Lane, Waltham, pleaded not guilty to charges of possession of child pornography and distributing material of a child in a sexual act at a Sept. 26 arraignment at Waltham District Court.
Patricia Gray.
The following announcement was provided by Jackson Walnut Park School:
Jackson Walnut Park School (JWPS), the only institution in the Boston area offering Montessori early childhood education and an elementary Catholic curriculum, is pleased to announce the appointment of Patricia Lynn Gray of Watertown as its next Head of School. Gray is an experienced administrator with a track record of success in Catholic education and a former Fortune 500 corporate executive.
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians will host the fifth annual Fall Craft Fair on Oct. 25, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See more information provided by the organizers below.
Members of the public walked around Walker Pond, which sits on two parcels, one owned by the City and one by the Bell Watertown apartments. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The following announcement was provided by Live Well Watertown:
Weekly programs will take place every Thursday, from 1-2 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) and include movement, conversation, and opportunities to connect, interact, and explore the greater community. The walking portion of these programs will be approximately 30-40 minutes, and we encourage attendees to walk at a comfortable pace.
The following announcement was provided by the Tom Tracy for City Council Campaign:
Dear Friends & Neighbors,
Here’s a short video introduction to Tom and why he seeks to serve you/us as Councilor-At-Large. https://youtu.be/UQjzMtYyZfg
The Mt. Auburn Street project continues with sidewalk work from near the Cambridge line to Arlington Street, while drainage work will take place in Coolidge Square. See details in the announcement provided by the City of Watertown.