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Phase 2 of Walker Pond Project Partially Funded After Council Vote

By Charlie Breitrose | August 14, 2026

Phase 2 of the Walker Pond project would help create a new park on the Westside of Watertown .

The effort to create a new public park in Watertown received a boost on Tuesday when the City Council approved nearly $1 million to go toward the cost of improvements to the Walker Pond site.

Young Boy from Watertown Teams Up with BC Football to Face Medical Challenges

Watertown’s Logan March, 7, signed a letter of intent with the Boston College football team. BC Head Coach Bill O’Brien presents the letter to Logan and his parents, Lyla and Robert. (Photo by Boston College Athletics)

Boston College’s football team announced the latest roster addition, Logan March, a 7-year-old from Watertown who was born with a rare genetic disorder.

See Early Voting Schedule for the 2026 State Primary, Registration Deadline

The Massachusetts State Primary will take place on Sept. 1, 2026. Democrats will have several races in which they can cast their vote, and Republicans can select the candidate for governor. You don’t have to wait until election day to vote, see the early voting times, and how to vote by mail.

Council Hears from Public About Potential Watertown Square Garage

The larger of the two garage options presented by the City of Watertown at the May 20 open house.

The City Council got a mix of opinions about the possibility of building a multi-story parking garage in the Municipal Parking Lot in Watertown Square on Monday night.

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Elections

Northeast UAW Endorses State Senate Candidate

By Guest Writer | July 30, 2026

Daniel Lander.

The following announcement was provided by Daniel Lander for State Senate:

Daniel Lander announced today that his campaign has been endorsed by UAW Region 9A, a union representing thousands of workers across the northeast and right here in this district. The endorsement emphasizes Daniel’s commitment to supporting working people who are strugglingunder the leadership of a state senator that does not stand up for worker’s rights.

Entertainment

Families Invited to Annual Teddy Bear Picnic at Brigham House

By Guest Writer | July 30, 2026

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Watertown families are invited to Brigham House for the Teddy Bear Picnic. See details below provided by Watertown Families Together.

Schools

School Committee Approves Interim Student Services Head, Creates Subcommittee to Review Special Education

By Charlie Breitrose | July 29, 2026

The School Committee approved the hiring of the interim Director of Student Services, who will oversee the special education program in the Watertown Public Schools, and also created a subcommittee focused on Student Services that will look at the district’s special education program.

Elections

Former Boston Mayor Backs State Senate Candidate

By Guest Writer | July 29, 2026

Will Brownsberger

The following announcement was provided by the Brownsberger Committee:

Former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh announced today that he is endorsing State Senator Will Brownsberger in his campaign for reelection to the Massachusetts Senate. Walsh formally announced the endorsement at a press conference on Monday, July 27, at the State House steps.

Entertainment

Edible Plants 2027— Local Food Service Providers Wanted to Merge Culinary Art with Area Ecology

By Guest Writer | July 29, 2026

“Huckleberry” by Donna Calleja, acrylic on wood board, 2022.

The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

The Watertown Public Arts & Culture Committee has officially opened applications for local food service providers to participate in Edible Plants 2027, the third iteration of the city’s popular interdisciplinary community project. For the first time, the initiative is expanding its horizons from visual and literary arts into the culinary world, inviting up to ten local restaurants, caterers, and food creators to prototype innovative, flora-inspired menu items.

Entertainment

Watertown Resident Madeleine Jenness Joins Cast of “Sunset Boulevard”

By Guest Writer | July 29, 2026

Madeleine Jenness

The following announcement was provided by Moonstruck Theater Company:

Watertown resident Madeleine Jenness will take the stage in Somerville this summer as a member of the ensemble in Moonstruck Theater Company’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard. Performances run Aug. 6-15 at The Rockwell in Davis Square.

Entertainment

Watertown Arts Day — Enjoy the 6th Arts Market, Dance, Culture & Community

By Guest Writer | July 28, 2026

Watertown will be brimming with arts activities on Aug. 8, 2026. The day begins with the annual Watertown Arts Market at Arsenal Park, featuring more than 100 artists, music, performances, kids’ activities and food for sale. Afterward, catch a Latin dance performance and lessons nearby, hosted by the Mosesian Center for the Arts. See details provided by the Watertown Arts Market, below.

Entertainment

Watertown Police Hosting National Night Out — Movie, Games, Food & Demonstrations

By Guest Writer | July 28, 2026

Families are invited to the Watertown Police Department’s National Night Out on Aug. 4, where there will be a movie, food, bounce houses, police dog demos, and more. See details provided by the WPD, below.