Real Estate
Five Homes Sold This Week in Watertown
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Three condos, a townhouse, and a three-family home were sold this week.
A Trip to Armenia Inspired Watertown Native’s First Novel
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Cris Patvakanian wrote “In the Shadow of Mount Khustup” after visiting Armenia in 2023.
A trip to his homeland of Armenian in 2023 changed Cris Patvakanian’s life, and the experience became the inspiration for his first novel.
Winter Parking Ban Goes Into Effect Jan. 1, See Off-Street Parking Options
The Winter Parking Ban will be in effect starting on January 1, 2026. The City has options for off-street parking in municipal owned lots. See information provided by the City of Watertown, below.
Police Log: Fraudulent Pop-Up on Laptop, Driver Faces OUI Charge, Suspect Seen Trying to Enter Parked Vehicles
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
Watertown Armenian Church Remembers 2 Family Members Killed in Car Crash
Arie Orchanian and Anie Manoushagian.
Arie Orchanian and Anie Manoushagian, the victims of a car accident after a family member’s funeral, were remembered by members of the church that they attended for years.
More Headlines
Newly Elected Watertown Officials to be Sworn in During Inauguration Ceremony
Watertown Public Schools Awarded State Grant to Support Farm-to-School Program
Watertown Historian Backs Bill Exonerating People Accused of Witchcraft Prior to Salem Trials
Sports
JIM’S VIEW: Girls Basketball Rides Youth Movement In Season-Opening Win Over Belmont
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The lights are back on at the Watertown Middle School Gymnasium and the 2025-26 Basketball Season is underway. While Boys Hoops travelled to Belmont to open their campaign, the Girls opened at home to begin the the third and final interim season of hoops at the Middle School before beginning play at the new High School Gym in December of 2026. Coach Mike Tempesta, in his third year at the helm, and his young and small (as in only ten dressed) squad got off to a good start with a 63-54 win over the cross-town rival Marauders.
Entertainment
Small Saves Takes a Sick Day in This Week’s Comic Strip
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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.
Schools
Watertown’s Special Education Program “Needs Assistance” According to State Report
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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.
Around Town
Menorah Lighting, Fire Dancer, Crafts & More at Chabad Watertown’s Chanukah Celebration
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Arsenal Yards is partnering with Chabad Watertown to put on the fourth annual Chanukah Celebration on Monday, Dec. 15. See details in the announcement from Arsenal Yards.
Government
Residents Can Apply to Take Part in Citizens’ Legislative Seminar at the State House
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Massachusetts State House (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
State Sen. Will Brownsberger seeks residents interested in learning about the functions of the Massachusetts State Legislature during the upcoming Citizens’ Legislative Seminar at the State House. See more info provided by Brownsberger’s office, below.
Schools
Hosmer School Celebrated 2025-26 Literacy Week with a Theme of “The Power of Words”
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The following piece was provided by Hosmer Elementary School:
On Friday, Dec. 5, Hosmer School proudly concluded its annual Literacy Week, a vibrant celebration of the theme “The Power of Words” held districtwide in Watertown from December 1-5, 2025. The week highlighted how words shape communication, spark imagination, and strengthen community. The guiding message “Words have power. We communicate with our words. We paint pictures with words” framed a series of engaging activities for students, staff, and families.
Real Estate
14 Open Houses Around Watertown This Weekend
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Watertown has more than a dozen open houses over the weekend.