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German 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.…
Read MoreResidents Prioritize Nature and Access in First Walker Pond Workshop
WATERTOWN –Watertown opened public discussions on the future of Walker Pond on August 14, 2025, drawing several dozen residents to review baseline studies and share early priorities. The city’s consultant team presented environmental and site findings, noting that Walker Pond’s watershed spans roughly 87 acres—about 54 acres in Waltham and 33 in Watertown—and that runoff…
Read MoreWatertown Feedback Shapes MAPC’s I-90 Corridor Blueprint
WATERTOWN – On July 31, the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) held a public feedback session at CIty Hall in Watertown as part of its I-90 Corridor Development and Resiliency Plan. Covering five corridor communities, the study uses GIS analysis to identify sites for development and preservation with climate impacts in mind. The draft map…
Read MoreWatertown Library Board Reaffirms Freedom to Read Amid Book Dispute
WATERTOWN – At its July 31 public meeting, the Watertown Library Board of Trustees held a forum to address controversy surrounding A Map for Falasteen: A Palestinian Child’s Search for Home, a book listed on the library’s suggested summer reading list for second graders. Some critics argued that the book presents the Israel-Palestine conflict from…
Read MoreWatertown Unveils Reimagined Arsenal Park Following Major Renovation
WATERTOWN – Watertown marked the grand reopening of Arsenal Park on July 15, celebrating the completion of a years-long renovation project that transformed the site into a vibrant, multi-use community space. The redesigned park now features a range of new amenities, including a splash pad, amphitheater, 20-foot climbing structure, zip line, basketball and tennis courts,…
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