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Watertown Student’s Artwork Chosen as a Winner of UMass Lowell’s “Cool Science” Program

By Guest Writer | 3 hours ago

A Watertown 11th grader will have her artwork displayed on buses in Lowell after being selected as one of the winners of the Cool Science programs, sponsored by UMass Lowell.

See What Candidates for 10th Middlesex State Rep. Seat Said About Health Care, Housing & More

Candidates for 10th Middlesex State Representative, John Lawn and Alison Leary, appeared on a live debate on Watertown Cable Access TV. (Screenshot from WCA-TV)

Transparency on Beacon Hill, the cost of health care, and challenges facing each of the candidates for 10th Middlesex State Representative were among the topics discussed by the two candidates running for the seat representing parts of Watertown, Newton, and Waltham — incumbent John Lawn and challenger, Alison Leary.

Watertown Tax Relief Legislation Signed by Governor, Preventing 18% Jump in Property Taxes

Massachusetts State House (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Watertown residential property owners could have faced increases of around 18%, but special legislation approved recently on Beacon Hill will prevent that. See the announcement provided by the City of Watertown, below.

School Committee Funds Second School Bus to Meet Demand for Riders in 2026-27

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The Watertown Schools will run a second bus this year due to high demand for seats during the school year that begins in September.

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Around Town

Registration Open for Boys & Girls Club Mugar Memorial Golf Tournament, Sponsorships Available

By Guest Writer | June 8, 2026

The Watertown Boys & Girls Club will hold the 2026 Stephen P. Mugar Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, Aug. 3. Registration is open for golfers and the club seeks sponsorships in an effort to raise up to $80,000 in matching funds. See more details in the information from the Club, below.

Around Town

Watertown Farmers Market Opens This Week, See Who Will be There, Including New Vendors

By Guest Writer | June 8, 2026

The Watertown Farmers Market returns on June 10, 2026. (Courtesy of Watertown Farmers Market)

The Watertown Farmers Market season begins this week, with the first market of 2026 taking place on Wednesday. See more information about what to expect, how to get there, and food asssistance programs in the announcement provided by the Watertown Farmers Market, below.

Schools

Watertown Students Graduate from BC High, Make Honor Roll

By Guest Writer | June 8, 2026

Three Watertown students graduated from Boston College High School, and several made the school’s honor roll. See the information provided by BC High, below.

Around Town

Watertown Pride 2026 — See Photos of the Festivities

By Charlie Breitrose | June 7, 2026

The Parade started the festivities for Watertown Pride 2026 on June 6. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Watertown Pride returned to Watertown Square for the fifth year on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Around Town

Sidewalk Work Continues in Coolidge Square This Week During Mt. Auburn St. Project

By Guest Writer | June 7, 2026

Crews will be doing sidewalk work in multiple parts of Mt. Auburn Street this week, including in the business district in Coolidge Square. Businesses will remain open during the construction, some may be accessible only using rear entrances. See more details in the announcement from the City of Watertown, below.

Real Estate

Nine Homes in Watertown Were Sold This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | June 7, 2026

Six condos, a single family, a townhouse, and a two family were sold this week.

Around Town

Watertown’s Town Wide Yard Sale Returns, Register Now!

By Guest Writer | June 6, 2026

The following announcement was provided by the organizers of the Town Wide Yard Sale:

Join us for the 2026 Town Wide Yard Sale on Saturday, June 13th and Sunday June 14th!

Government

State Rep. Steve Owens Hosting 2 Office Hours in Watertown

By Guest Writer | June 6, 2026

State Rep. Steve Owens.

State Rep. Steve Owens will host a pair of office hours in Watertown during the month of June. See details in the announcement provided by Owen’s office, below.

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