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WHS Grad Night Tradition - All Night Party - Continues, Volunteers Wanted

1 week ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

For decades, Watertown High School seniors have celebrated their graduation at the All Night Party. The grad night event is a labor of love for the parents, teachers and community members who put it on. The All Night Party provides a safe place for Watertown High grads to get together, said Gina Brennan, president of the WHS PTSO. “It’s a substance-free event for the kids to hang out one last time,” Brennan said. The event has become a family tradition, Brennan said.
LETTER: City Council Should Pass Resolution in Support of Harvard

1 week ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

Dear Editor,Upon employment by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), my Supervisor in Los Angeles would quote, “an education can never be taken from you.” This occurred during a period when the U.S. Government did not undertake actions to prevent the general public from pursuing their educational interests.
Q&A: WHS Principal Joel Giacobozzi Shares About His Love for the School, Watertown & Construction

1 week ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

When someone tells you they have the best job in the world, you might be skeptical. Sit down and speak with Watertown High School Principal Joel Giacobozzi for a few minutes, however, and it quickly becomes clear that he truly has deep passion and love for WHS and the whole community. So much so he said he wished he grew up here. These days, the high school is just half of his job.
MBTA General Manager Speaking at Charles River Chamber Event

1 week ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

The Charles River Chamber’s Annual Transportation Forum will feature MBTA General Manager Phil Eng. See details provided by the Chamber. Tbe event will be on Tuesday, June 17, 12:30 p.m., program begins at 1 p.m. at Tripadvisor HQ, 400 1st Ave, Needham. Coffee and snacks will be provided.
Group Plans Standout in Watertown Near Tesla Service Center

1 week ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

The following announcement was submitted by William Beckett:Concerned citizens are invited to a non-violent standout opposing Elon Musk and DOGE. It will be held Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, at the intersection of Pleasant Street and Bridge Street, Watertown. All are welcome. Find out the latest about what is going on in town. Watertown News is an independent, locally owned news website.
Memorial Day Speaker Says it is Critical to Remember the Sacrifices of Veterans & for All Citizens to Participate in Decisions of War & Peace

1 week ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

After a parade featuring youth sports teams, bands, the Watertown Police and Fire Department, and many more, a newish Watertown resident who devoted his career to military service and military intelligence spoke about the importance of Memorial Day and what all citizens can do to preserve the memories of those who died serving their country. This year, the keynote speaker at Watertown’s Memorial Day Ceremony, held Monday at Victory Field, was Ret. Col.
Rotary Club Celebrating 100 Years; Appreciated Teachers at Each of the Public Schools

1 week ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

The Rotary Club of Watertown turned 100 years old in 2025, and the club has a celebration planned. The Club also presented Watertown teachers with gifts as part of the recent teacher appreciation week. The Watertown Rotary 100 Year Gala Celebration will take place on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 from 6-9 p.m. The event will be held at Stazione Di Federal in Waltham.
Watertown Cable Offering Summer Youth Workshop in July

1 week ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

The following announcement was provided by Watertown Cable Access TV:WCA-TV’s Youth Workshop is back this summer for children between the ages of 9 to 14. Our students will learn the basics of video production, from scriptwriting to editing. By the end of the Workshop, students will have produced a film. This Workshop will run Monday-Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. during the weeks of July 21stand 28th.
Lane Closures on North Beacon Street Start This Week

1 week ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

The following announcement was provided the Department of Conservation and Recreation:DCR Traffic Advisory: North Beacon Street in WatertownWHAT: On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from Tuesday, June 3, 2025, through Friday, June 6, 2025, from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will close lanes along North Beacon Street from Greenough Boulevard to Charles River Road in the City of Watertown from to accommodate paving and line striping work.
See What Section of Mt. Auburn St. Will be Under Construction During the Week of Memorial Day

2 weeks ago | watertownmanews.com | Charlie Breitrose

During the week of May 27-30, 2025, the removal of the bases for the old MBTA electric bus wires will continue, beginning at School Lane. There will be no work on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. See more details provided by the City of Watertown. Beginning Tuesday, May 27, 2025, Newport Construction will resume removing the overhead catenary bases along Mount Auburn Street, starting at School Lane and progressing westbound toward Watertown Square.