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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,…
Read MoreWatertown 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…
Read MoreWatertown 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…
Read MoreWatertown 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,…
Read MoreWatertown Police Department Hosts First-Ever National Night Out
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…
Read MoreWatertown 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…
Read MoreWatertown’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…
Read MoreMeet Raider, the Watertown Police Department’s First Comfort Dog
Watertown – The Watertown Police Department has a new Police Officer in-training. An eight week-old golden retriever puppy, who now dawns the name ‘Raider,’ is Officer Anna Margaryan’s newest partner. Raider will spend the next two years training to become WPD’s first-ever comfort dog. Together, Raider and Officer Margaryan will bring some stress relief to…
Read MoreCity Manager Outlines Police Chief Search Process, Residents Weigh In
WATERTOWN – City Manager George Proakis hosted a forum on Monday, July 24th to meet with residents to outline the process of selecting the next Chief of Police. Members of the community also had a chance to share what qualities they’d like in their next law enforcement leader. Watch the full input forum from July…
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