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Incident in East Watertown Cemetery “Not Criminal in Nature”

By Charlie Breitrose | 10 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

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

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Armenian Museum’s Statement on the 109th Anniversary of the Genocide

By Guest Writer | April 24, 2024

Photo from the Armenian Museum of AmericaAnnually we host thousands of visitors who learn about the Genocide, as well as the history and culture of Armenia thought artifacts and exhibitions; historian Khatchig Mouradian conducted several educational workshops this month with students visiting our galleries.

The Watertown-based Armenian Museum of America released a statement on the 109th Anniversary of the Genocide. Read it below.

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State Rep. Lawn Honored by Groups Advocating for the Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Community

By Guest Writer | April 23, 2024

Courtesy PhotoLeo Sarkissian, Executive Director of the Arc of Massachusetts, presenting State Rep. John J. Lawn, Jr. (D-Watertown) with a hand drawn award from a self-advocate within the organization at a ceremony held at the Massachusetts State House.

The following announcement was provided by State Rep. John Lawn’s office:

State Rep. John J. Lawn, Jr. (D – Watertown) was named the Legislator of the Year Award by The Arc of Massachusetts (the Arc) and Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC). The award, presented during their annual reception marking the commencement of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Month, celebrates Rep. Lawn’s unwavering commitment to and advocacy for the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) community.

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Sheepshearing Festival Returns to Gore Place This Weekend

By Guest Writer | April 23, 2024

Gore PlaceThe Sheepshearing Festival returns in-person at Gore Place on April 27.

Gore Place’s big annual event featuring crafts, food, music, and of course sheep, returns this weekend. See details about the Sheepshearing Festival that comes the historic estate that is located in Watertown and Waltham, below.

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LETTER: Consideration of a New Logo for Watertown

By Guest Writer | April 23, 2024

The consideration of a new Logo makes me wonder what are the current Core Values of the Cityof Watertown? When I came to Watertown, I was inspired by what I thought was the logo ofWatertown. The picture of a Pilgrim and a Native American exchanging gifts with the caption IN PACE CONDITA, “FOUNDED IN PEACE”.