In the spring of 2018, Lauren Patten played Jo in the world premiere run of “Jagged Little Pill” at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge. The show, inspired by the Alanis Morissette album, was a smash, and this November it will open on Broadway...

On the evening of June 5, musical sensations from singer/songwriter Sara Bareilles to Broadway star Brittney Mack gathered online for Harvard University’s American Repertory Theater’s Spring Celebration. The event was a tribute to A.R.T. producer...

In recent days, Watertown Middle School has acquired some colorful new boxes in the hallways. These elaborately decorated objects are for the WMS clothing drive, a collaboration with the nonprofit organization Cradles to Crayons that will provide the...

“Pure joy and excitement!” That’s how professional hockey defender and Watertown Middle School instructional assistant Lauren Kelly felt when her team, the Boston Pride, won their second National Women’s Hockey League championship on March...

Before returning to “normal” school on April 12, 2021, students at Watertown Middle School and other schools were asked to share their best and worst experiences during the past year. Students were also asked what they are looking forward to most...

During the pandemic, many things have become difficult, like putting together a school yearbook. Watertown Middle School hasn’t let that stop them.  Atiera Horne, the new sixth-grade guidance counselor has taken on that task with the help of WMS...

Many things have been hard to continue during COVID-19, but one of the hardest things is going to school. In November, Watertown Middle School reopened for hybrid learning. The students have been split into groups -- Cohort A and B -- with some remote...

 “The show must go on!” says Kacie Kirkpatrick, Watertown High School drama and special ed teacher. Ms. Kirkpatrick is currently leading the production of the upcoming Watertown Middle School talent show. Any middle-schoolers in grades 6-8 can...

No one in Watertown knows what to do for Halloween. Some say that you can leave a bowl of candy, and others say that you can just social distance. I say both. People who don’t feel comfortable, can leave a bowl out. Of course, if you don’t...

Steve Owens ran for state representative of Middlesex District 29, which encompasses parts of Watertown and Cambridge, and won the Democratic primary in September over his challengers, David Ciccarelli and Mark Sideris.  Since no Republicans are running...