State Primary Today: Polls Open 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

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State primary election held in Watertown today

Voters can cast ballots in the Sept. 1 state primary from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., including a contested 10th Middlesex State Representative race between John Lawn and Alison Leary. Some polling locations have changed: Watertown Elementary and Middle School sites are no longer used for elections. Residents can confirm their precinct location through the Secretary of State's "Where Do I Vote" page or by calling the City Clerk's Office at 617-715-8686.

City of Watertown

Money gap widens between Lawn and Leary ahead of primary

A campaign finance analysis ahead of today's primary shows Rep. John Lawn has raised $180,101 since January 2025 in the 10th Middlesex race, compared to challenger Alison Leary's $40,558.

Fig City News

Former Watertown Housing chief agrees to deal over stolen funds

Federal prosecutors announced Aug. 31 that Michael Lara, former executive director of the Watertown Housing Authority, will step down from his Newton role and repay over $6,400 to avoid wire fraud charges under a deferred prosecution agreement.

Newton Beacon

Pure Barre class set for Arsenal Green tonight

Arsenal Yards hosts a free Outdoor Fitness Fall Series class with Pure Barre at Arsenal Green in Arsenal Park tonight from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Arsenal Yards

Labor Day will delay trash and recycling pickup

Ahead of Labor Day on Sept. 7, 2026, Watertown's 2026 solid waste guide says the holiday will postpone trash, recycling, yard waste and scheduled pickups by one day.

Watertown Public Works