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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…
Read MoreWatertown Chinese American Association Brings Lunar New Year Traditions To The Community
WATERTOWN – The Chinese American Association of Watertown hosted a lively Lunar New Year celebration at the Watertown Free Public Library on February 28. Families and community members gathered to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with traditional activities, including red envelope crafts, Chinese calligraphy, and a lion dance performance. The event highlighted the…
Read MoreMosesian Center for the Arts Launches Inaugural Artist-in-Residence Program
WATERTOWN – Community members and artists gathered Jan. 8 at the Mosesian Center for the Arts to mark the launch of the organization’s inaugural Artist-in-Residence program, an initiative designed to support emerging and mid-career artists while strengthening ties between creative work and the Watertown community. The reception introduced the first cohort of artists selected for…
Read MoreWatertown Swears In Elected Officials, Sideris Previews the Term Ahead
WATERTOWN – Watertown’s newly elected officials were sworn in during the city’s 2026 Inauguration Ceremony on Jan. 2 at the Mosesian Center for the Arts. City Council President Mark Sideris delivered the inaugural address, outlining several issues on the horizon for the city, including a restart of the charter review process, implementation of the Watertown…
Read MoreGerman International School Boston Opens New Watertown Campus
WATERTOWN – The German International School Boston marked a major milestone this fall with the opening of its new campus in Watertown, expanding space for its lower school and strengthening its long-term presence in the community. Founded in 2001 by German expatriates seeking a bilingual education for their children, the independent, nonprofit school now serves…
Read MoreWatertown Cable Access Celebrates 20 Years, Warns Declining Cable Revenue Threatens Community Coverage
WATERTOWN – Watertown Cable Access marked its 20th anniversary on December 4 with an event that combined a celebration of local community media with a fundraiser aimed at supporting the station’s long-term future. Organizers said the station is facing financial pressure as cable subscriptions continue to decline, reducing revenue that helps fund local programming and…
Read MoreMount Auburn Cemetery Opens Two New Entrances, Expanding Access for Watertown
WATERTOWN – Mount Auburn Cemetery has officially opened two new pedestrian entrances along Grove Street— marking another major step toward expanding access to one of the region’s most cherished green spaces. The entrances are designed to reflect the cemetery’s dual identity as both a historic burial ground and a thriving arboretum, featuring nature-inspired forms and…
Read MoreWatertown Police Partner with Historical Society on Calming Dairy Exhibit
WATERTOWN – A few months ago, officers from the Watertown Police Department reached out to the Historical Society of Watertown with an idea — could they collaborate on an exhibit to bring a calming, community-focused presence to the station lobby? The answer was a resounding yes. The result is a new display featuring historic photos,…
Read MoreNew Lowell Elementary Playground Opens After 8-Month Rebuild in Watertown
WATERTOWN – Watertown officially opened the redesigned playground and outdoor space at the Lowell Elementary School on October 24— and the kids’ voices were front and center in the plan. City staff, Recreation, and DPW teamed up to rebuild the play area, add a full basketball court, fresh landscaping, and inclusive features like a rotating…
Read MoreIndigenous Peoples Day in Watertown: Art, Storytelling, and Community at Hosmer
WATERTOWN – Watertown marked Indigenous Peoples Day at Hosmer Elementary School with hands-on art, traditional Wampanoag song and dance, Indigenous authors, and local Native vendors. Organized by the Pigscusset Initiative, the event also previewed a story map tracing 10,000+ years of Indigenous history in the area, with plans to develop it into a walking tour.…
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