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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
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New Year’s Travel Info: T Free New Year’s Eve, Free Coffee at Rest Stops

By Guest Writer | December 30, 2017

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation, MBTA, and Massachusetts State Police remind travelers to plan ahead for the New Year’s holiday, take public transportation if possible, and drive sober and limit distractions if behind the wheel of a vehicle, according to a release from MassDOT.

Police/Fire

Man Arrested for Carrying Unlicensed Firearm in His Vehicle

By Charlie Breitrose | December 29, 2017

A Watertown man faces charges of having an unregistered firearm after it was spotted in his vehicle during a traffic stop.

Around Town

Drop-in Substance Use Recovery Resource Night Coming to Watertown

By Guest Writer | December 29, 2017

A resource night will be held for those seeking information on recovery from substance use.

Real Estate

One Open House in Watertown to Check Out This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | December 29, 2017

A condo is on the market this week in Watertown.

Entertainment

Watertown Resident Singing as Part of Boston’s First Night Day Celebrations

By Guest Writer | December 28, 2017

Watertown resident Kim Leeds will sing alto in The Museum of African American History/The Handel & Haydn Society’s Sixth Annual Jubilee Day Concert, which is part of Boston’s First Night Day Celebrations.

Government

Watertown Residents Can Prepay 2018 Property Taxes Online or at Town Hall

By Charlie Breitrose | December 28, 2017
Around Town

See Which Watertown Home Won the Holiday Lighting and Decorations Contest

By Charlie Breitrose | December 27, 2017

The lights went up, the decorations were placed just right and the judges looked for the Watertown home with the best Holiday display. 

Around Town

New Watertown Non-Profit Helping People with Special Needs Lead Productive Adult Lives

By Guest Writer | December 27, 2017

Nearly 70 people, including a number of young adults with special needs, gathered at the Sons of Italy hall on December 14 for an evening of fun and games – with a serious purpose.

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