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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.
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.
After signs of progress toward a Post Office branch returning to Watertown Square, City of Watertown officials recently received some bad news.
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.
Daniel Lander.
The following announcement was provided by the Lander for State Senate campaign:
Daniel Lander is proud to announce that his campaign for State Senate was endorsed by New Politics, a national organization that supports candidates who have strong backgrounds in public service. The endorsement highlights Lander’s experience serving his community with Americorp and working in the City of Boston.
Two of Tanglewood Marionettes’ handcrafted puppets, and a child painting an acorn at a craft table during the Spring Ramble.
The following announcement was provided by Russell Cooperative Preschool:
A Watertown spring tradition returns this month as Russell Cooperative Preschool hosts its annual Spring Ramble on Saturday, May 16, on the grounds of First Parish of Watertown at 35 Church Street.
Head to the Watertown Department of Public Works to see trucks up close and find out more about the different roles played by the DPW at an upcoming open house. See more information provided by the City of Watertown.
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Library:
Love soccer? Love fútbol? As Boston gears up to host World Cup matches this summer, you can play and watch the world’s sport with friends and neighbors right here in town — during the first ever Watertown World Cup! Here’s what to expect:
This first exhibit of Arshile Gorky’s work in an Armenian museum includes paintings and drawing from the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Housatonic Museum of Art, Yale University Art Gallery, and other lenders.
The following announcement was provided by the Armenian Museum of America:
Due to overwhelming interest and positive reviews from prominent publications such as Boston Art Review and Artscope magazine, the Armenian Museum of America recently announce that “Arshile Gorky: Redrawing Community and Connections” has been extended to Sept. 27, 2026.
The City’s annual Get Out Your Bike event is on May 16th featuring free bike checks. See more information in the announcement from Live Well Watertown.
Artemis Yoga announced new partnerships that provide members with discounts at local businesses. (Photo from Artemis Yoga)
(Updated May 14 at 9:30 a.m., adding the discount from Fastachi)
A group of East End businesses have partnered to give loyal customers special discounts.
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Housing Authority:
The Watertown Housing Authority (WHA) announced last week that they are running their annual Diaper Drive for the month of May, 2026. Community members are encouraged to donate unopened diapers in sizes 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 2T-5T Pull Ups.