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City Officials and Residents Begin Process of Establishing Watertown’s First Human Rights Commission
WATERTOWN – The City Council’s Subcommittee on Rules & ordinances met on Tuesday, February 7th to begin discussions with the public about establishing a Human Rights Commission. The establishment of an HRC was one of about two-dozen changes made to the Home Rule Charter that took effect in 2022.
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School Committee Update: $495K Budget Deficit, Contract Talks, and Cell Phone Task Force
WATERTOWN, MA – Watertown Public Schools leaders are facing a busy start to 2025, with budget challenges, contract negotiations, and policy updates dominating discussions at the latest School Committee meeting. School Committee Chair Kendra Foley provided updates on the district’s financial outlook, revealing a projected $495,000 deficit for Fiscal Year 2026. The shortfall is largely…
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Watertown Police Department Expands Support Services with Facility Dog Wyatt
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
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…