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Chat with Tyler, Watertown’s Community Engagement Specialist
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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
Join Tyler for the next installment of Watertown Chats!
Watertown Shuts Out Belmont in a Rainy Thanksgiving Game
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The Raiders hold up the trophy for winning the 2024 Thanksgiving Game against Belmont. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
BELMONT — Being on the other end of a shutout last year, the Watertown High School football team had their sights set on Thanksgiving 2024. They accomplished their mission Thursday morning, beating Belmont 23-0 at Harris Field.
Major Residential and Commercial Project in Watertown Square Breaks Ground
O’Connor Group CEO Bill O’Connor, left, and Head of Acquisition John O’Connor welcomed attendees to the ground breaking ceremony for Elysian Watertown Square, a mixed use project. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The start of construction of a major new project on Main Street, Elysian Watertown Square, was celebrated by the developers and City officials at a ceremony held recently.
Public Review Period for Board of Assessors Conducting Property Revaluation is Dec. 2-6
The following announcement was sent out by the City of Watertown Board of Assessors:
Following state statutes and Department of Revenue (DOR) regulations, the Board of Assessors is completing the FY2025 Quinquennial Revaluation of all real and personal property in Watertown. Revaluation is a year-long process when the DOR examines in detail all assessing methodologies used by the city, as well as the values derived through the mass appraisal system.
Historic Paintings Return to Watertown’s City Hall After Undergoing Restoration
The crew from Maquette Fine Arts Services raise the historic painting of Watertown looked in 1630 after it had been restored. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
Two historic paintings returned to the lobby of City Hall looking better than they have for generations after undergoing a makeover to remove dirt and grime as well as repairing damages.
More Headlines
Police Log: Banner at Armenian Church Vandalized, Business Receives More Than $90K in Fraudulent Orders
Lost Diamond Recovered With the Help of Watertown DPW Employee
City Council Votes to Make Renovating Watertown Middle School a Priority
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LETTER: Watertown Square Plan Decision Should be Made by More than Just Council & Planning Board
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Dear Editor,
It appears Watertown has had Comprehensive Planning Study after Comprehensive PlanningStudies.
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A Single Family & a 2 Family Home Sold in Watertown This Week
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A pair of properties were sold in Watertown.
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OP-ED: Fixing Deteriorating T Service Should Play Role in Watertown Square Redesign
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Cars driving through Watertown Square. (Photo by Mark Pickering)
By Mark Pickering
The former Watertown Square rotary was one of my big obstacles while I learned to drive a small delivery truck. Once through that wild intersection, I had to make my way past the trolley tracks still-embedded in Galen Street during the late ’70s.
Entertainment
See What Small Saves Does During Beach Weather
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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.
Government
Reconstruction of Morse Street Approved by City Council
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One of the longer streets on Watertown’s Southside will soon begin to be reconstructed after the City Council approved funds for the project on Tuesday.
Government
Next Watertown Square Area Plan Hearing Set for July 16
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The City of Watertown provided the following information:
The Joint Hearing to discuss the Watertown Square Area Plan will continue on July 16, at 6 p.m. in the Watertown Middle School Auditorium at 68 Waverley Avenue in Watertown. This is a continuation of the Joint Hearing held on June 13 and June 27 in the same location.
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Community Preservation Committee Holding Annual Public Hearing, Application Deadline Announced
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The City of Watertown announced the annual Community Preservation Act public hearing, and the deadline to apply for Community Preservation Act funds, which can be used on projects involving historic preservation, open space, and affordable housing.