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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
Schools

Schools Seek Input on Decisions on High School Site, PreK/Preschool Programs

By Charlie Breitrose | January 9, 2018

As the Watertown Public Schools move full speed ahead on rebuilding or renovating the town’s schools, school officials must soon make some decisions which would impact the designs of both the elementary schools and Watertown High School.

Around Town

Plans to Remove Trees in Watertown Square to be Discussed at Meeting

By Guest Writer | January 9, 2018

Some trees that line the Linear Path – the pedestrian way near Town Hall – are planned to be removed. Watertown officials will hold a meeting to discuss the planned tree cutting.

Caroline Bays

LETTER: Open Letter from Town Councilor About Kneeling During Pledge of Allegiance

By Charlie Breitrose | January 9, 2018

Dear Watertown resident,

I wanted to say a few words to you before the town council meeting tonight.

As many of you know I knelt during the Pledge of Allegiance at the inauguration.

Around Town

Meeting about Watertown Fifth-Grade Trip to Sargent Camp on Wednesday

By Charlie Breitrose | January 9, 2018

Fifth-graders in Watertown to go Sargent Camp in New Hampshire each year and there will be an informational meeting on the trip on Wednesday, Jan. 10.

Government

Town Councilor Dattoli Holding Office Hours Tuesday Evening

By Guest Writer | January 9, 2018

Town Councilor At-Large Michael Dattoli announced he will be holding office hours on Tuesday, January 9th. 

Business

Pair of Dentists Bringing New Life to East Watertown Dental Office

By Charlie Breitrose | January 8, 2018

Two dentists have purchased a practice in East Watertown and have plans to bring new life to the dental office which had been only open a couple days a week. 

Real Estate

See Which Real Estate Agents Sold the Most Watertown Homes in 2017

By Charlie Breitrose | January 8, 2018

In a hot housing market, housing prices continue to climb in Watertown and more than 100 homes sold this year. See which agents sold the most properties in 2017.

Sports

A Pair of Watertown Boxers Compete in Golden Gloves Tournament

By Guest Writer | January 8, 2018

Two Watertown boxers competed in the annual Golden Gloves Championships in Lowell over the weekend. See more information and all the results below.

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