Middlesex DA Ryan, Immigration Attorney Address ICE Concerns at Watertown Meeting

WATERTOWN – Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan urged residents not to “normalize” aggressive federal immigration enforcement during a discussion at the Watertown Human Rights Commission on Tuesday, Feb. 17, as local officials addressed concerns about ICE activity and civil rights protections. Ryan referenced her office’s 2018 lawsuit that temporarily halted courthouse arrests in Middlesex County,…

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Watertown Police Polar Plunge Raises $14,000 for Special Olympics at Arsenal Yards

WATERTOWN – Snow flurries and below-freezing temperatures greeted dozens of plungers Saturday as the Watertown Police Department hosted its second annual Polar Plunge at Arsenal Yards, raising more than $14,000 for Special Olympics Massachusetts. Participants jumped into “Bear Force One,” a 33-foot mobile pool filled with 2,800 gallons of icy water, in support of inclusive…

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Watertown Police Address ICE Questions at Human Rights Commission Meeting

WATERTOWN – Watertown Police met with the Watertown Human Rights Commission to answer questions and provide clarity about their role during Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity. During the January 12, 2026 meeting, Police Captain Dan Unsworth outlined how the department responds when notified of ICE operations, emphasizing that local police do not enforce civil immigration…

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Watertown Police Partner with Historical Society on Calming Dairy Exhibit

WATERTOWN – A few months ago, officers from the Watertown Police Department reached out to the Historical Society of Watertown with an idea — could they collaborate on an exhibit to bring a calming, community-focused presence to the station lobby? The answer was a resounding yes. The result is a new display featuring historic photos,…

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Watertown Police Department Hosts First-Ever National Night Out

Child with police dogs at event.

WATERTOWN – The Watertown Police Department welcomed the community for its first-ever National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th, joining cities and towns across the country in the annual event. Residents were invited to explore the police station, meet officers, and learn about department operations in a relaxed, approachable setting. Guests enjoyed K-9 demonstrations, displays…

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Watertown Police Department Expands Support Services with Facility Dog Wyatt

Police officers with service dogs indoors.

WATERTOWN, MA –The Watertown Police Department has officially welcomed a new four-legged officer to the force, but his job isn’t about law enforcement—it’s about comfort. Wyatt, a two-year-old trained facility dog, has joined the department to provide emotional support to officers, city employees, and the community. Wyatt is partnered with Officer Kyle Rooney, an eight-year…

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Watertown’s First Polar Plunge Makes a Big Splash for Special Olympics Massachusetts

Group photo with police officers and dogs.

WATERTOWN, MA –The Watertown community came together for a bold and icy challenge at Arsenal Yards, diving headfirst—literally—into the city’s first-ever Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics Massachusetts. With over 100 participants braving the freezing waters, the event successfully raised more than $19,000 for inclusive sports programming. The Watertown Police Department played a key role…

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