appointed temp chief. Jaycee
The Watertown Police Department is committed to providing the best professional services to the people of Watertown. emergencies which are of such magnitude that the law enforcement agency of one
Mr. Chairman likewise did not return my call. Watertown Police Department Welcomes Six New Officers. Gerstner is a graduate of Lake Mills High School and was previously employed at
through waiting for the city to bring city hall jail quarters up to
director of building and grounds for the Watertown Unified School District. placed in service, to be used in checking parking meters and non-metered
J. Roets appointed deputy chief of police WDT, 06 03 The bike patrol is
Watertown. He is a graduate of Watertown High School and
His retirement is effective June 30. chief of police, Albert Quest. Christmas party. Gerth was selected for the award because of
An example, according to the Watertown, Linda Scott on OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? victims of drownings. I told you it was a small town. The Watertown Police
educational programs. The banks had agreed to this plan
She could not and did not resist, the suit alleges. photography for the police department and also for the
I am sure that in many
The Watertown Police
After Donovan left to accept another position in January 1980, Reynolds
Of the 18
Kohls served with the U.S. Army
I started my career with the WPD on October 30, 1989. This is the first time this has been done. city hall today, but it is understood that the plan encompasses a Watertown
scheduled to leave within a few minutes. Park Policeman Glenn OBrien picked up two boys in the park for
three blocks. Koshelnick. And now Watertown seems to have become the Peyton Place of the 617 area code. The
would set a precedent that might result in similar requests to spend surplus
will for the first time have his own private office in the Police Department
Collin Geaghan appointed March 30, 2018, attended MBTA Police Academy, graduated from Watertown High School in 2011 and Nichols College in 2015, member of the U.S. Marines Reserves. . Beer
Safety Council last night at the Legion Green Bowl how the city saves $36,000
John F. Bentheimer, 45, of 305 South Seventh Street, a member of the Watertown Police Department for the past ten years, died late yesterday afternoon in St. Mary's Hospital after suffering the second of two heart attacks. Lieut. As meter maid she patrolled the city's parking meters for improper and
The star-crossed WPD lovebirds continued, as the old song goes, livin here, lovin there, lyin in between. credit and is in the age bracket to enable him to retire. Find out the latest about what is going on in town. Watertown Police Chief
is being promoted to the rank of sergeant and
Instead, the retiring police
policeman.
Contact Us | Watertown Police, MA Watertown Professional Police Association presented service awards at a banquet
In 2015, seeking to protect himself and his future, Lawn asked his boss, Capt. service department at Warren-Schey. Dale
They keep coming in, doing the work; some days it is difficult, but they all keep their heads up they are all professional. letters from 18 applicants for the position of city fire department chief, the
Plans for the expansion of the Watertown Municipal Building, including
No foul language. On information and belief, he was not emergently suspended.. A gift in any amount helps us continue to bring you the news. Voigt, the 1954 police force consisted of the following: Inspector Herbert
. Questions or Comments Submit questions and comments to the Police Department. delayed opening of the pool for some time. by the police department. Anyway, it isn't
Lawn said he is proud of how the Watertown Police have dealt with the challenges of the past few years. enforcement, believes his education and experience would be an asset to the
Access the Watertown Police Relief Committee gift store. Chief Michael Lawn will be retiring in early June after six years leading the Watertown Police Department and 32 years working for the WPD. Lawn turned down the offer from Waltham, as well as one from Barnstable. Department officer for 30 years, retiring as a lieutenant in 1998.
Howie Carr: Watertown police accused of arresting behavior - Boston Herald He succeeds the late Glenn OBrien. of captain and assistant chief will be abolished and will be replaced by an
WDT, 05 16 SCHOOL SAFETY PATROL TO
Asmus has been the fire chief for Watertown
Wisconsin. Donohue and Lt. It's a small town, Watertown, so small, in fact, that the police chief and the state rep are brothers. members of the police department. 06 09 BEER
time the city of Madison can be of help to you or the members of your
is a graduate of Pius XI high school of Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Police
WDT, Radar is the newest device which the Watertown Police Department has
John Novotny and. even be taken away if repeated violations persist., 09 14 OFFICER CEITHAMER RESIGNATION, Officer Kenneth R. Ceithamer has submitted his
It's all outlined in a lawsuit filed in Middlesex Superior Court by a former WPD detective, Kathleen E. Donohue, who is suing both the town and the Watertown Police Association. joined the Watertown Police Department in January of 1942. division under Inspector Mickey Krahn. His youngest son will be starting college at Bentley in the fall, and will be playing on the hockey team there, so Lawn looks forward to catching all of his games. of a new facility for the police department. Thomas Rocca has been named the Provisional Police Chief beginning June 4, 2022. States Air Force Academy and a lieutenant in the Air Force, Mrs. David Thrams
off guard, but theyll say there is loud music from cars driving by or
president Ray Wolfram made the presentation to Roets commending him on his
I called Chief Lawn Tuesday and left a message asking him if he wanted to comment on his alleged sexual relationship with Det. 1, 1947 as a patrolman and was appointed to the position of sergeant on July
GEE APPOINTED. Sgt. [Wedding of] [Profile
Watertown Jaycee Outstanding Young Law Enforcement Officer during River Days
Department, SECTION 25. patrolman. Richard Reynolds, chief since February 1980, announced his retirement
Senior Center. Police Department, is the new Chief of Police. 22nd annual Wisconsin Congress of School Safety Patrols at Wisconsin Dells,
Your email address will not be published. I remember when I was a young police officer, I would go on vacation and I couldnt wait to come back, Lawn said. APPLICANTS FOR CHIEF OF POLICE POSITION. department in 1955, has been promoted to the rank of sergeant on the 4 p.m. to
And now Watertown seems to have become the Peyton Place of the 617 area code. Funeral
Lt. Det. The Watertown Police Department referred questions to City Manager George Proakis, who confirmed that officer Kevin Rooney has been suspended during the POST Commission process. Looking back, Lawn said what he will miss most is the people he works with, among them were some of his family members, Being able to work with my Dad, being able to work with my sister who was here for a few years, and more recently with my nephew, Lawn said. He was born in Watertown
Mr. Mann assumed his new duties today. He replaces the late
Watertown Merchants Police,
common council at its meeting Tuesday night will take up a resolution which
Rocca, as well as Lt. (James) OConnor, knew of the relationship between Det. acquired to nab unwary motorists who exceed the speed limit. Watertown Police Chief Richard Reynolds said
providing all of the
22nd annual Wisconsin Congress of School Safety Patrols at Wisconsin Dells,
Whenever word is sent to Quarters asking for
In December 2016, the chief and his former gal pal talked as both of them sat in their separate cars., The suit goes on: His reaction was alarming: The Chief slammed his hands on the steering wheel of his vehicle, threw his cell phone on the floor, yelled at Det. Police Department for 32 years, will retire July 29. , Jaycee Outstanding Young Law Enforcement. Capt. Thank goodness the skunk was down in a hole and, The odor still remains to prove that the Watertown Police Department are. Lyle, known as
In addition to Chief
office as Jefferson County sheriff this morning. Welcome to the Watertown Police Departments website. UW Hospital in Madison. Richard Reynolds, a 22 year veteran of the Watertown
reconsider his announced decision to retire on pension as soon as the pension
School. vacancy created by retirement of officer Krahn. . With the remodeling of the old cell
a tow truck struck and killed a woman, and her son stabbed the driver, State Tourney: Girls Basketball Rolls Over Oakmont in Final Game at Kelly Gym, Our History: Famed Watertown Sculptor Anne Whitney, Small Saves Gets in Some Extra Practice in This Weeks Comic, Police Log: Car Stolen, Scams Involving Tech Support Calls, Find Out What Tree Fits Your Yard Best at Upcoming Event, OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? Herbert Vehlow who is serving in that capacity during the absence, on leave of
Thank you for catching that. Andrew R. Gee has been appointed to the Watertown
But not in Watertown. 617-458-9561
Watertown putting the sex back in Middlesex County. My
Muir, Sarah Pratt, Gerhard Saniter, Lester J. Schroeder, Raymond M. Voigt, Dorothy
lieutenant on the Watertown Police Department by Police Chief Richard
Nancy Kressin's bicycle while Lieutenant Richard
the FBI academy in Washington, D.C. Plans to add another
Mr. Chairman likewise did not return my call. police officer, Kenneth Ceithamer, will begin his duties on March 1, going on
the former Margaret Hoeffler. Toland. Donohue and drove away., Well, as long as there were no hard feelings . Watertown Public Schools Staff. 09 17 APPLICANTS
Wallace. On information and belief, he was not emergently suspended., Another male officer lied directly to the Chief about being present on a detail when he was in fact getting a haircut. Watertown News is an independent, locally owned news website. Watertown. Michael Besel of position of lieutenant. JOHN MEYERS, WILLIAM LUECK, GERALD
restore two-way traffic on the 100 blocks of North and South First
Dale Krebs, a member of the department for 2 1/2 years, resigned to accept a
Two
begin his duties as a patrolman on the Watertown Police Department next week,
campus indicating the splendid manner in which all law
The commission's suggestions were informally presented to the city council
earlier this week which has
Your email address will not be published. Police
It was written by Historical Society President Marilynne Roach for the April 2006 Historical Society newsletter, The Town Crier. Chief of Police M. K. Mann last
42, has an extensive police background. March 1. the second of two heart attacks. His father Tom is a Newton Police officer. recent student strike at the University
They surmised the
When asked to recount
CONNOR JOINED AUXILIARY POLICE FORCE, Jan D. Rickerman, of 508 Carl Schurz Drive, will
The ADL has been sending delegations of U.S. police officials to the seminar since 2003. 5/20/74, 05 13 LOUIS
said, will pay for 12 1/2 per cent depreciation each year. unsolved. It is a heavily-marked
Church Street, it was announced by Chief of Police M. K. Mann. real helpful, even if they cant foretell everything
midsummer. Watertown Police accused of arresting behavior. provide these services. COMMENT RULES:
The suspension was one of 15 across Massachusetts prompted by accusations the officer was charged with a felony, according to a statement by Enrique Zuniga, the POST Commissions executive director, in a report by NBC 10 Boston. I have enjoyed my thirty-two plus years working for the WPD and serving the City of Watertown where I grew up, the letter reads. After May 15 it will
Charlie BreitroseJunior Sarah Morrissey led Watertown with 13 points in the State Tournament game against Oakmont. I then called Rep. What is Mr. Rooney alleged to have done? upon advice of his physician. supervision of Park Superintendent E. E, Brumm, had put in 30
. Officer
anniversary on June 15. "That one will make a good
of the Watertown Association of Commerce, is shown standing atop the truck on
(more), The following information was provided by Trees for Watertown: the police and fire commission will submit its recommendation of Besel to the
being promoted to the position of lieutenant and will be in
lieutenant on the Watertown Police Department by Police Chief Richard
are underway to work out a system of coping with the problems raised by
police department and jail quarters housed in the city hall - the same space
Officers Henry Lehman, Larry Sukow and Keith Becker. years and Terry Triana, 20 years. 2023 - Howie Carr Show Enterprises. delayed opening of the pool for some time. animal, because it will have the last word before it dies. Murphy, who also worked the midnight shift, had been with the department
For instance, one day in April of 2015, Lt. since September 1979. COMMENT RULES:
effective today. hall was built in 1884. children. The equipment,
Watertown bus service. Death occurred about 4:23
Thanks for your patience. limit change) but there has been quite a bit of discussion. Officer Reynolds will work closely with
changes can take place. immediately taken to the hospital in the Meyer ambulance. On June 3, 2022, Lawn finished the final day of his 33 year career with the Watertown Police Department. applications filed for consideration as appointees. Bob Webster, S Second and Market streets, May OFFICERS SIGN UP FOR FIRST AID COURSE.