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Incident in East Watertown Cemetery “Not Criminal in Nature”

By Charlie Breitrose | May 15, 2026

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

Space for Existing Chinese Restaurant & New Retailer Included in Plans for Watertown Mall

Watertown Has a New Beer Garden, Restaurant Moving to Bigger Digs, Another Makes Globe

Around Town

Tour Life-Friendly Gardens at Homes Around Watertown

By Guest Writer | January 22, 2018

Organizers of the Life-Friendly Garden Tour sent out the following announcement:

Imagine a Sunday afternoon in May, redbud and dogwood in blossom, tulips and late narcissus in bloom, where bees are buzzing, robins are singing, and either you are welcoming others to enjoy and learn from your chemical-free garden or yard, or you are the visitor, viewing flourishing plantings and learning from your host or hostess about healthy, earth-friendly gardens.

Around Town

Watertown Community Foundation Co-President Emcees 18th Unity Breakfast

By Guest Writer | January 22, 2018

Darshna Varia, Watertown Community Foundation Co-President, was selected as the Honorary Convener for the 18th Annual Unity Breakfast, held on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day to celebrate Dr. King’s vision, the foundation announced.

Letters

LETTER: Kneeling During Pledge is Not Un-American, It Stands Up for Others

By Guest Writer | January 21, 2018

Taking a knee is not disrespecting the flag. Nor is it disrespecting the sacrifices of those who have served. Rather it is exercising one of the freedoms that our forefathers fought to preserve. Freedom is like a muscle – it must be exercised or it will atrophy. Exercising one’s right to protest peacefully is in fact honoring the sacrifices of those who have preceded us.

Real Estate

Watertown Colonial Revival Home Sells for Well over $1 Million

By Charlie Breitrose | January 21, 2018

Two homes sold this week, including a Colonial for more than $1 million.

Arrests

Police Log: Wallet Stolen from Apartment, Drugs Found on Shoplifter

By Charlie Breitrose | January 20, 2018

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

Around Town

Find Out How to Apply for Jobs With Watertown Recreation

By Guest Writer | January 20, 2018

The Watertown Recreation Department announced it is now accepting applications for the following positions for the 2018 calendar year.

Around Town

BC Scientist from Watertown Helps Discover Oldest Known Butterfly

By Charlie Breitrose | January 19, 2018

While searching for the remains of plants and pollen in 200 million year old sediment, Boston College scientist and Watertown resident Paul Strother and a Dutch colleague discovered the remains of an ancient butterfly much older than ever found – a discovery that may change the understanding of prehistoric plants.

Councilor Bays

LETTER: 13-Year-Old Boy Disappointed With Councilor Bays Kneeling During Pledge of Allegiance

By Guest Writer | January 19, 2018

Editor,

Just to introduce myself, my name is Antonio Molle, I am a 13- year old lifelong resident of Watertown. I am writing to express my extreme disappointment and frustration in Town Councilor Caroline Bays for taking a knee during the pledge of allegiance at the recent town council inauguration.