New Forest Park Plan Proposed for Watertown’s Walker Pond
WATERTOWN – Watertown officials unveiled a refined “Forest Park” concept for Walker Pond during the project’s third community meeting on February 5. The design features expanded woodland, a boardwalk along the pond, pollinator gardens, a flexible lawn, nature play areas, and potential reuse of the existing pavilion structure. Residents weighed in on gathering spaces, parking, accessibility, habitat protection, and long-term maintenance as the project moves toward a presentation to the Community Preservation Committee next month.
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WCA-TV’s Youth Workshop is Back This Summer!

WCA-TV is excited to welcome back our Youth Film Workshop, a hands-on summer program designed for aspiring filmmakers, actors, and content creators! This two-week workshop is completely free thanks to generous support from the Watertown Cultural Council, with additional support from the Mass Cultural Council. Program Overview Participants will learn the building blocks of video…
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Watertown Unveils Demonstration Project Plan For Square Redevelopment

WATERTOWN – City Manager George Proakis presented a new “Demonstration Project” for Watertown Square during a packed community meeting at the Watertown Free Public Library on Monday night. City Manager George Proakis outlined a proposal focused on the municipal parking lot behind CVS and surrounding parcels, which could be transformed into a mixed-use development featuring…
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Watertown’s Eco Fest Returns With Hands-On Sustainability Activities

WATERTOWN – Watertown is gearing up for the return of EcoFest, a community-focused sustainability event designed to connect residents with practical ways to live more environmentally friendly. The second annual EcoFest will take place on May 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Commander’s Mansion. The event brings together local organizations, businesses, and…
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