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Incident in East Watertown Cemetery “Not Criminal in Nature”

By Charlie Breitrose | 6 hours ago

The gate to the Catholic Mount Auburn Cemetery was blocked by police tape Friday as law enforcement investigated an incident (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

An incident that drew dozens of police from multiple agencies was “not criminal in nature,” according to the Middlesex District Attorney’s office.

Human Services Department Adding Van, Staff to Help Meet Needs of Residents

The Parker Annex Building, home to the Watertown Food Pantry and soon of the Human Services Department. (Courtesy of City of Watertown)

Less than a year old, the Watertown Human Services Department has plans to add new programs, such as a van to deliver meals and other services, and boxes with life-saving medicine for people overdosing.

Setback in Effort to Bring Post Office Back to Watertown Square

After signs of progress toward a Post Office branch returning to Watertown Square, City of Watertown officials recently received some bad news.

Watertown Police Could Get Drone; Department is Nearly Fully Staffed; Officer’s Will Get AI App

A drone will likely be the latest high-tech addition to the Watertown Police Department, but the City Council had questions about where data collected will be stored and who will have access.

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Third Watertown Porchfest is Bigger Than Ever With 200+ Performances
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Around Town

More than 40 Join the Watertown Rotary Club for its First Service Saturday

By Guest Writer | February 26, 2018

The Watertown Rotary held their first Service Saturday, this past Saturday, February 24. Over 40 were in attendance, according to a write up from Watertown Rotary.

Around Town

Students Can Apply for the 50th Annual Lt. Paul J. Sullivan Scholarship

By Guest Writer | February 26, 2018

The Lieutenant Paul J. Sullivan Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce the 50th annual Lt. Paul J. Sullivan Scholarship, organizers announced. The Scholarship Award of $5,000 will be awarded to a deserving high school senior to perpetuate Paul’s memory. There will also be awards for the other finalists.

Police/Fire

Man Shot in Watertown Shows Up at Hospital; Police, DA Investigating

By Charlie Breitrose | February 25, 2018

A man suffering from gunshot wounds was dropped off at Mt. Auburn Hospital on Saturday night, and a home was searched in connection to the incudent.

Sports

Watertown Runner Shows He can Compete With the Best in Massachusetts

By Charlie Breitrose | February 25, 2018

Watertown junior sprinter Mange Camara ran against the best high school competition Saturday in the All-State Meet and showed he was among the elite.

Real Estate

A Two Family Home Sold in Watertown This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | February 25, 2018

This week’s lone home sale in Watertown was a two-family home.

Arrests

Police Log: Man Arrested for Taking Items from Freight Co., Car Catches Fire

By Charlie Breitrose | February 24, 2018

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

Entertainment

New Rep Theatre Announces Productions for 2018-19 – Its 35th Season

By Guest Writer | February 24, 2018

Watertown-based New Repertory Theatre announced the lineup for the company’s 35th season.

Basketball

Watertown Boys Basketball Team Grabs Home Game in First Round of State Tourney

By Charlie Breitrose | February 23, 2018

As Watertown High School’s boys basketball team tries to return to the State Semifinal for a second straight year, the Raiders will host a first round game in the MIAA State Tournament on Tuesday. 

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