Grace Patrone

Preschoolers at the Goddard School in Watertown got a firsthand look at the world of journalism on Sept. 28 as part of a World News Day celebration. Children ages 3 and 4 stepped into the roles of reporters, learning how to ask questions, use microphones and cameras, and understand the purpose of newspapers. Classrooms were transformed into miniature newsrooms, giving students an opportunity to explore journalism through hands-on activities. WCA-TV News Anchor Maya Shwayder, WCA-TV...

Students, educators, officials and community members shared their first impressions of the new Watertown High School during interviews conducted by WCA-TV's Grace Patrone at the school's Sept. 2 grand opening. Grace spoke with visitors as they toured the new building, with interviewees highlighting its larger spaces, natural light and new facilities for academics, athletics and the arts. Visitors pointed to features including the gymnasium, theater and black box, woodworking and culinary arts...

Over 100 artists, makers, musicians and food vendors gathered at Arsenal Park on Aug. 8, 2026 for the annual Watertown Arts Market, showcasing creative work from Watertown and across the Greater Boston area. The five-hour event featured a wide range of art and handmade goods, including paintings, pottery, stained glass, woodworking, jewelry, candles and mixed-media pieces. Visitors spent the afternoon browsing booths and speaking directly with artists about their work and creative processes....

The Watertown Farmers’ Market is back for its 13th season, bringing fresh produce, local food vendors, artisans, and live music to Saltonstall Park every Wednesday through October 21. This year's market marks a return to the park's full layout following the completion of renovations at Saltonstall Park. According to Market Manager Stephanie Venizelos, shoppers can expect nine new vendors this season, including specialty food vendors, a food truck, pet products, and international cuisine...

Hundreds of residents gathered in Watertown on June 6 for the fifth annual Watertown Pride celebration, a day-long event highlighting community, inclusion, and acceptance. The celebration began with a parade from Moxley Field to Saltonstall Park, led by the Watertown High School Band and Good Trouble Brass Band. The festival featured live music, performances, community organizations, food vendors, and family-friendly activities throughout the afternoon. Organizers said the event has continued...

Watertown’s third annual Porchfest transformed neighborhoods across the city into live music venues, featuring more than 200 performances at over 80 locations. Organized by the Watertown Cultural District, the community-wide event included block parties, food, fundraising efforts, and performances everywhere from neighborhood porches to historic landmarks like Gore Place and Mount Auburn Cemetery. In this video, WCA-TV’s Grace Patron takes you through the crowds, music, and community spirit...