Entertainment
COMIC: Guess What is Small Saves’ Favorite TV Show
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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.
Chanukah Candles Light the Dark Night at Chabad Watertown’s Fourth Annual Celebration
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Rabbi Dovid Zaltzman lights a candle on the ice menorah during the fourth annual Chanukah Celebration at Arsenal Yards. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The flames of the candles on the big outdoor menorah shone through the dark and frigid night during Monday’s Chabad Watertown’s fourth annual Chanukah Celebration at Arsenal Yards.
Perkins Students Learn Life Skills Working at Local Businesses & Organizations
Perkins School for the Blind student Hugh helps Watertown Savings Bank sort coins as part of a work experience partnership. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Students from Perkins School for the Blind have the opportunity to expand their education by leaving campus and learning on the job by working for businesses and organizations in and around Watertown.
Watertown’s Special Education Program “Needs Assistance” According to State Report
For the first time, the Watertown Public Schools’ Special Education program has failed to earn a grade of “Meets Requirements” from state officials. The School Committee heard a report about the shortfalls and possible solutions at its Dec. 8 meeting.
Flock Cameras: City Manager Working Out Details of Contract for License Plate Reading Devices
Watertown’s contract with the Flock Safety company for eight license plate reading cameras was signed in September, but City officials are working on changing the section covering when data will be shared with other law enforcement. Meanwhile, a neighboring community terminated its contract with Flock, and another is determining its own policy for using the cameras.
More Headlines
Police Log: Man Caught Trying to Break Into Cars, Driver Arrested After Flipping Vehicle on Its Side
Community Preservation Funds Approved for 2 Affordable Housing Projects & Work at the Commander’s Mansion
Mixed Use Building With 40 Residential Units on Mt. Auburn St. Approved by Planning Board
Business
Watertown Restaurant to Close After 50+ Years, 2 New Eateries Opening in Town
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China Rainbow
A fixture on the Watertown eating scene, China Rainbow, will be closing after more than half a century.
Obituaries
OBIT: John Strayhorn, 65, Former Raytheon Employee, WHS Hall of Fame Member
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John Strayhorn
A funeral service for John E. Strayhorn of Watertown will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 4:30 PM at the MacDonald Rockwell & MacDonald Funeral Home, 270 Main Street, Watertown.
Real Estate
14 Open Houses Around Watertown Over the Weekend
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More than a dozen Watertown homes will be hosting open houses this weekend.
Entertainment
A Day of Christmas Fun is Planned at Grace Chapel’s Jingle Jam
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Grace Chapel Watertown will host Jingle Jam on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 2-4 p.m. See details from Grace Chapel, below.
Entertainment
Musical Ensemble to Play 2nd Annual Light of Palestinian Concert in Watertown
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The following announcement was provided by Light of Palestine:
On Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m., a star-studded ensemble will perform in Watertown’s second annual Light of Palestine concert. Proceeds will support Anera, a U.S.-based nonprofit with no political or religious affiliations. Anera provides humanitarian aid to families in Gaza.
Around Town
WBC & Rotary Club Hosting Holiday Mixer & Toy Drive for Whooley Foundation
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The Rotary Club and the Watertown Business Coalition will host the fourth annual Holiday Mixer and Toy Drive on Dec. 9. See details provided by the WBC, below.
Around Town
See and Hear Highlights of SOLSTICE Light & Audio Show at Mount Auburn Cemetery
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A new light show is featured on Bigelow Chapel for SOLSTICE in 2025. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
SOLSTICE returns to Mount Auburn Cemetery beginning Friday, Dec. 5 with some new features and a different theme in 2025.