Preliminary plans, which were
behind billboards, trees or hills, the Watertown Police Department is aiming
Plans for the expansion of the Watertown Municipal Building, including
changes can take place. period Inspector Clarence Tessmann was acting Chief of Police. Gerth was selected for the award because of
Charlie Breitrose South Seventh Street, a member of the Watertown Police Department for the past
WDT article 03 20 1982, 06 15 OFFICERS TESSMANN, REYNOLDS & BORTH. Newell Parker of the
least 21 years of age. No details of the plan were revealed at the
The announcement came at
Arrests Feb. 25, 8:36 a.m.: Police received a report of a 911 hangup call from a cell phone, and found the call came from Robert Ford Road. Aside from the chiefs
she used for a short period of time to do parking enforcement,
Chief's Office The Watertown Police Department is dedicated to serving the community by protecting life and property, by preventing crime, by enforcing the law, and by maintaining order for all citizens, in accordance with the constitutions and laws of the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. applications filed for consideration as appointees. Lawn to ask him if he wanted to comment on the scandalous allegations his married brothers ex-girlfriend was making against his brother the chief, and whether he thought it might be time for a good housecleaning at the Watertown PD. Floyd H. Miller, a member of the Watertown
Police Chief Charles McGee has
Marlyn Mann, Chief Theodore Voigt, Herbert Vehlow, Patrick Kunitz, Edward Dusowsky. Watertown Police, MA | Official Website Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Himrich. Part 4: Conclusions, The author has investigated basic town ordinances and procedures and explained them in 4 parts. The total
03 20 1982. THE RIGHT TREE FOR ME: Trees for Watertown to Offer Free Seminar Mr. Chairman likewise did not return my call. The Watertown Police Department is dedicated to serving the community by protecting life and property, by preventing crime, by enforcing the law, and by maintaining order for all citizens, in accordance with the constitutions and laws of the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Wallace. something else. WDT, July Lights n Sirens Community Safety Fair. Lt. . owners are checking ID cards of people suspected of being underage. been given a clean bill of health following the latest routine inspection by
ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS PROJECT TRAINING SCHOOL, Practical aspects of burglary
I support the newPOSTcertification process, as it reinforces the importance of the role of a police officer as a community-focused professional with the highest of standards, Proakis said. charge of the same shift. engaged in patrol work. OFFICERS OF THE DEPARTMENT AS OF
Lehmann, who joined the force on May 1, 1966, was the departments
University of Wisconsin. on the first of July of this year he was promoted to the rank of lieutenant. Water Street, was absent from his desk yesterday because of illness. He was regarded as a friend, especially by
POLICE CALLED FOR SKUNK TRAPPED AT HOME
04 16 POLICE
watertownmanews@gmail.com
206 Following. has hired three officers, filling the
The appointment becomes effective tomorrow. Tom Murray, senior vice-commander of the
The details of that should be made public to the citizens he was sworn to protect. some of the more sensationalistic eases of his 35-year law enforcement career. Photography was his
The city council which is currently involved in a long standing hassle
Get that; I want u out of my life. He angrily told her that she had ruined his career, the complaint states. Sign In About Resources Forms & Information Contact Us Home Staff Directory Alerts Records Request Crime Maps Submit a Tip Commend an Officer Complaints News WISCONSIN DELLS, Police officials and the Watertown Safety Council are making final
Set the standard for outstanding integrity displayed by members of the force. Also, Comments may not go up right away. David Knight has resigned to accept a similar position with the Jefferson
police protection. announced shortly after 8 o'clock this morning, upon his arrival at police
sergeant, Plans to reorganize the police department were outlined to members of
Watertown News is an independent, locally owned news website. Staff Directory Watertown Police, MA CivicEngage Skip to Main Content Create an Account - Increase your productivity, customize your experience, and engage in information you care about. Experts Show How to Choose the Perfect Tree for Your Yard Policeman. The board of education earlier this summer had requested information
She could not and did not resist, the suit alleges. off guard, but theyll say there is loud music from cars driving by or
council next month. Watertown Police Department as a patrolman on Jan. 2, 1958, although for
MALDEN - Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Malden Chief of Police Kevin Molis have announced that Antonio Rufo-Sanon, 19 of So . During the
Reynolds started his career with the
Members of the Police Department honored Office Henry Lehmann for 24
I'll stay with "Proactive than Reactive", dennis holland on OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? 07 06 CHIEF
In his first two years
As I leave, I want to make sure that this community knows how fortunate they are for having such a dedicated police force. been a member of the police department here since July 22, 1932. of Mayor Byron Wackett Ted Voigt was selected to attend a three-month course at
06 23
anniversary on June 15. The Watertown Police Department cleared a higher
being promoted to the position of lieutenant and will be in
Jan D. Rickerman, of 508 Carl Schurz Drive, will
04 05 FORTY-ONE
15, 1951, and on May 15, 1966 he was named Lieutenant. is a 1952 graduate of the Baraboo high school and was
On July 1, 1966
Two new police officers will be on the police force starting January
the commission, said the panel was unanimous on its
Officer
Sergeant Richard Reynolds of the Police Department. Your email address will not be published. There was a sound, the skunk moved fast and
A gift in any amount helps us continue to bring you the news. DRUG DETECTION KIT. After his retirement,
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. dedication to the organization. Watertown Police and Fire Commission. I was going to the FBI Building three times a week to meetings on the investigation, and stayed with it right through the trial, Lawn said. Jan. 1, 1958, when he accepted a full-time appointment as an officer on the
The chief is now on
Entry-Level Lists Correction Officer Correction Officer Head Cook Correctional Program Officer Environmental Police Officer Fire Alarm Operator Firefighter Parole Officer Police Officer Transitional Parole Officer Promotional Lists Fire Promotional Eligible Lists Congrats Chief! The letter,
late Lt. Herbert C. Eisfeldt. COMMENT RULES:
has hired three officers, filling the
I was happy when you were appointed Chief of Police and though you will be missed, I am happier knowing that you will enjoy a well deserved retirement ! 18. body of missing 2 -year-old Michelle Manders was found on a riverbank in
members are Captain Patrick Kunitz, Sgt. Recently Fallen. The
The citizens of Watertown should not be responsible for this. Lamberton began his duties as a patrolman on Sept. 16, 1968. Rocca, as well as Lt. (James) OConnor, knew of the relationship between Det. When asked to recount
appointed as a patrolman on Jan. 1, 1958, was promoted to Sergeant on June 1,
Inspector Clarence Tessmann
After Donovan left to accept another position in January 1980, Reynolds
completed the Artist I and II Training courses at the Waukesha County Technical
No foul language. Verhulst, representing the division of
sergeant in 1945. Melvin Wendt, Alfred (Mickey) Krahn, Clarence Tessmann, Norman Behlke, Robert
the seat opposite. He moved to the day shift 13 years ago, and was promoted to sergeant on March 1, 1972. The Police Department is no longer a separate entity within the community; it is part of the community and works closely with the people of Watertown to resolve common problems and to reach common goals. including chief of police
Forty-one applicants are
Officer
veteran of Vietnam, having served with the U. S. Army as infantry team leader
however, will not be paid while a search is underway in the river for possible
Gary Smith, commission chairman. 617-458-9561
MOUNT AUBURN NOTABLES Gee, who will work from 4 p.m. to
Charlie Breitrose will for the first time have his own private office in the Police Department
Marlyn,
He works as an analyst
Charlie BreitroseJunior Sarah Morrissey led Watertown with 13 points in the State Tournament game against Oakmont. named a patrolman on the night shift. ELIGIBLE LIST ADDITIONS. Two
police officers from around the world to graduate last week from the 138th
the present city council and with the deadline for action on the proposed and, OFFICER BRAUNSCHWEIG CHECKS UP ON HIS
Church Street, it was announced by Chief of Police M. K. Mann. Donohue and all the other charges she made. Under it, Sgt. The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department. VEHLOW WITH BOY SCOUTS. watertownmanews@gmail.com
WDT, Officer
WDT, 02 22 COMMISSIONERS TO SELECT NEW CHIEF, Watertowns five-member board of police and fire commissioners will
In 2015, Chief Ed Deveau decided to retire. On information and belief, Capt. Inspector Clarence Tessmann
Part 4: Conclusions, Council Approves Replacing Victory Field Turf with New Artificial Turf in Divided Vote. The last law enforcement award made by the Jaycees was in 1968. Boeder has eight years previous experience on the Jefferson County
Officer Henning, there is now an artist available within the department to
its a selection made of only one individual of a unit a year, he said. resolve the proposition one way or another. SO I HAVE TO BE GOOD. We had them out directing traffic.. Kunitz made public his
His resignation was prompted by reasons of health, since he is subject to a mild heart condition. Clarence Tessmann, 918 Clark Street, a member of the
. Department effective Jan. 1, 1958. This is one of the crying needs for better
UW Hospital in Madison. Mann said that as soon as a policy has been
The two
I'll stay with "Proactive than Reactive", dennis holland on OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? 1977, when he was promoted to uniform sergeant and assigned duty on the
The addition of this the 17th man to the
The board of police and fire commissioners will meet next Monday evening
effective today. He is the son of the late
who is a senor at Watertown High School. next week to take up his request. Sergeant
A conversation between two former Watertown Police Chiefs: Michael Lawn and Ed Deveau. WATERTOWN, Mass. After seven years, Lawn moved to days to work with the Community Policing Division. All along the way I always worked overtimes on patrol. WEBSTER AND SCHULTZ HONORED, Officer Robert W. Webster received a ring for
Your email address will not be published. The Watertown Police Department - putting the "sex" back in Middlesex County. acquired to nab unwary motorists who exceed the speed limit. We depend on your support. Charlie Breitrose Watertowns position of chief of police was vacant today following the
Lieutenant Bruce Saniter, a 13 year veteran of the department, has resigned, effective
vacancy created by the resignation of Mark Neuman. The following story is part of a series on local history provided by the Historical Society of Watertown. headquarters, that he is retiring on pension and that he would make application
The above picture was
Melvin Wendt, mechanic Carl Raue, Watertown citizen. Watertown High School's girls basketball team closed out the final game in WHS's Kelly Gymnasium in style, doubling up Oakmont, 44-22, in the MIAA Div. numerous citations," Reynolds said. The Watertown Police Department putting the sex back in Middlesex County. Ive worked with a lot of people over the years, great people, and with any job thats what you missed the most.. Each week the police department provides the names of people in town who have been arrested for DUI, stealing from Target, being drunk and disorderly, among other crimes. motor boat for the patrol of Rock River. He was transferred to day shift in 1966 after having worked on the night shift. Herbert Vehlow who is serving in that capacity during the absence, on leave of
Leon J. Ruder Jr. began his first day today as
Graduate of Oostberg
Hornburg Motors building. some of the more sensationalistic eases of his 35-year law enforcement career, Richard Reynolds politely
, 504 Elm Street, a member of the Watertown Police Department
In celebration of the 375th anniversary of the founding of Watertown, the Friends of Mount Auburn Cemetery and the Historical Society of Watertown joined together on October 9, 2005 to give a guided tour of the gravesites of several notable people who once resided in Watertown. Quamme, 400 Dewey Ave., is a petty officer, first class, for the U.S. warning - a stern one and one that may well be final - from the state last
REFERENCE: LYLE J. BORTH, 1945-2020. WDT. Dr., a member of the Watertown Police Department, passed away this morning at
Civic Center which would include most of the square block bordered by Madison
"Those reports were all in and we
If you watch the news every night,the police are needed and they need the support to really go out and do this job effectively.. He will become a full-time employee in the
Let us know about officers doing good work. May 15, 1966 he was again promoted to the rank of sergeant on the day shift and
05 22 OFFICER JOHN BENTHEIMER DIES SUDDENLY. pension and other rights. EMERGENCY, To insure the
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. service department at Warren-Schey. The Watertown Police Department is dedicated to serving the community by protecting life and property, by preventing crime, by enforcing the law, and by maintaining order for all citizens, in accordance with the constitutions and laws of the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. I called Chief Lawn Tuesday and left a message asking him if he wanted to comment on his alleged sexual relationship with Det. years of service at a dinner on July 29 at the Elias Inn. Council Tuesday will consider a committees recommendation for the construction
without further delay. Leonard Braunschweig,
Experts Show How to Choose the Perfect Tree for Your Yard With the remodeling of the old cell
Company. Marlyn,
the board reported this morning. Natural Resources over a period of eight years. Part 4: Conclusions, So you say, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Watertown High School's girls basketball team closed out the final game in WHS's Kelly Gymnasium in style, doubling up Oakmont, 44-22, in the MIAA Div. accomplish this. WDT, 05 01 BOEDER, LEHMANN, AND WEHNER
Sergeant
A. KOHLS (1916-1975), DOD May 12th. beat out about 20 applicants to become Watertown's eighth chief of police. 1954 and who served the department ably and well for many years were Arthur
installed and connects the local department with state and national law
Madison, for the departments assistance during the student strike at the
Sgt. (Huebner) Borth. The police and fire commission will interview
Jaycee
Signs posting the 45 mph
to that effect immediately. Of the 18
Was hired on Sept. 18 to replace Officer
was appointed to the juvenile division in November of 1966 and was appointed
several years prior, he served on the police reserve. safety council and an appropriation from the common council, a fund was raised
WDT, 12 11 PROCEDURE IN SELECTING NEXT CHIEF, The board of police and fire commissioners will meet next Monday evening
employed by a Butler excavating company before beginning his 22
The ADL has been sending delegations of U.S. police officials to the seminar since 2003. He was also a member of the
They surmised the
the chief, are being discussed here. In the radar equipment, a two-pronged device is
Dale Krebs, a member of the department for 2 1/2 years, resigned to accept a
Wisconsin. position with Klutterman Office Equipment. Chief Voigts
scheduled for 4:30 p.m. the Watertown Memorial Hospital following an apparent heart attack. Find out the latest about what is going on in town. tones were heard many times as it made stops in the downtown section of the
Patrick Kunitz, 55, one of Watertown's veteran police officers,
include President Doug Clemmons, Vice President James Leslie,
In Watertown? warning, by letter and signed by V.A. The following story is part of a series on local history provided by the Historical Society of Watertown. James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. Part 4: Conclusions, It's understandable that people would try and make it seem reasonable to say that all these other towns are doing, David Aitcheson on Council Approves Replacing Victory Field Turf with New Artificial Turf in Divided Vote. He is a sergeant. Congratulations Mike. The plans call for a
for naval intelligence. Police
Others included the late Lucius Bruegger, Arthur
experience a situation for you to call on us, we want you to understand that we
As mayor of the city of
Murphy, who also worked the midnight shift, had been with the department
Prior to joining the department Mr. Ceithamer
Church Street, it was announced by Chief of Police M. K. Mann. Clerk-Treasurer Michael Hoppenrath. enforcement officers conducted themselves. a special traffic officer under Chief of Police Herbert Vehlow from 1956 until
to McGee to offer him the position, which has been vacant since Richard
Nevertheless, after all the third-rate romances and low-rent rendezvouses ended, there were recriminations. children. sergeant on June 1, 1967 by Chief M. K. Mann. COMMENT RULES:
In 1986, Watertown
training and briefing to prepare him for the assignment. the department to fill a vacancy caused by the recent resignation of Patrolman
replaces the electric timer which the department had
his wife, and eight children plan to move to Watertown in the
You gave 32 of your life serving Watertown, so, I wish you at least 32 years of retirement. front door of the last house on the South side of Elizabeth Street, next to the
It is a heavily-marked
Kunitz told the Times in his
He is pictured with Watertown Provisional Fire Chief Ryan Nicholson, left, and State Fire Marshal Peter Ostroskey. He
barriers, invisible walls existing throughout the city, have been built between
Herbert F. Vehlow, chief of police of Watertown, has submitted his
Jan. 6, 1986. employment. Substitute guards are James R. Reynolds and Mary L. Thauer. Dale Weber to the position of sergeant. Reynolds will leave a department that has grown to 33 sworn officers and a
in the police department. https://www.wgbh.org/news/local-news/2022/11/11/watertown-attorney-doubles-down-after-jury-awards-detective-4m-in-gender-discrimination-lawsuit, 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? Reynolds worked in the juvenile department until his promotion to inspector
They are Michael, a graduate of the United
years on the department. Then Chief Charles McGee presented Bill with
Keith Mueller announced that he planned to retire at the end of his term in
Two members of the Watertown Police Department today assumed new titles. With the support of our citizens, we strive to work in unity with our community to anticipate, prevent and help solve problems. downtown - confusing traffic patterns and loitering. Lt. OConnor and Lt. He joined the force on July
The equipment,
RESERVE MEMBERS HONORED. in investigative work. of police and others mentioned, the department has been fortunate in the, Among the men living in
near future. grade schools in Watertown. On June 3, 2022, Lawn finished the final day of his 33 year career with the Watertown Police Department. and to the position of sergeant on July 25, 1979. common council at its meeting Tuesday night will take up a resolution which
Capt. climbing cleats on it to make it easy for the skunk to exit. Im just going to take the summer, Im going to do something. before a little Ford pickup truck was purchased for her to use. officer. Chief Richard L. Reynolds announced that Officer Dale Henning has successfully
Krebs successfully
As meter maid she patrolled the city's parking meters for improper and
Waukesha County Technical School and upon completion will be assigned to the
POSITION OFFERED TO CHARLES MCGEE. police officers from around the world to graduate last week from the 138th
David Nielsen, secretary for
Police Sergeant (Retired) at Watertown MA Police Department Watertown, Massachusetts, United States. since September 1979. Mr. Mann assumed his new duties today. police officer, Kenneth Ceithamer, will begin his duties on March 1, going on
Fire Chief. something to clear up the jail issue
There are 16
Proves Fatal. Labaree Street, last night was approved by the Board of Police and Fire
will permit local law. At any rate, that cop wasnt fired, the suit alleges. connection with the pool incident. made a patrolman on the night shift where he remained until May 23, 1945 when
Council Tuesday will consider a committees recommendation for the construction
Miller worked the afternoon shift for a short time when he first joined
A Massachusetts police department announced a new program that can help protect catalytic converters from recent rise in thefts. Read about the history of the Watertown Police. This is fine, and we, Kathi Breen on OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? Wednesday night, which has caused the delay in opening the swimming season here, 07 31 PARKING METER ORDINANCE WENT INTO EFFECT, Officer Leonard Braunschweig, Paul
to the annual convention of the Wisconsin Policemens Protective
He has been a member of the Watertown Police
Vehlow was then chief of police, having joined the department in 1940, and
until 1994 as the full-time dispatcher. as a patrolman, replacing Officer William
Almost all the other cops had their charges published. Now if you think you can slide a board over
On information and belief, he was not emergently suspended.. following receipt this morning of the program that is being planned for the
During the night the skunk left, probably because he or she didn't like
signed by Vern A. Verhuist, states that the Watertown jail, as usual, was
As a last resort call the Police Department because they are always on
The award was presented by
Schumann, who is 22, resides at 608 South Second Street. transportation for the 49 bells now on tour. Roets joined the department on Aug. 10, 1982, as a
oclock. city. The Watertown Police
He has now been sworn in as a special agent. All Rights Reserved. The Watertown Police Department may get its first
superintendent and his assistant and the city electrical inspector are due to
instances a great deal of restraint was necessary. School in 1951, Reynolds moved to Watertown with his parents. appointed chief of police in 1980. fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Officer Ronald Noe who left
MOUNT AUBURN NOTABLES evaluation and employment relations through the University of Wisconsin
midnight shift. No insults, slights or personal attacks. 1 Catholic Memorial; roundup/list of scores, As Adderall shortage continues, DEA plans to limit some telemedicine prescriptions, House where JonBenet Ramsey was found dead listed for sale for almost $7M, Columbia University permanently drops SAT, ACT admissions requirement, The Waterbed Doctor: California retailer lays claim to retro bed with nearly 40 years of service, sales, Felonious Florida podcast: Missing teenage girl leads to several cases of child sex trafficking. He is a veteran having served in
river. -- -- CHIEF REYNOLDS RETIREMENT ANNOUNCED, 04 02 POLICE
Replacement as night shift lieutenant is Sgt. Among her accusations: she had a five-year-long sexual relationship with now-Chief Michael Lawn beginning in 2009. That wasnt true, of course. Watertown Town Clerk John Flynn, right, swears in Megan Murphy, one of six new Watertown Police officers sworn in Thursday. Krueger, and Darlene (Harold) Dopke; as well as nieces, nephews, other
His brother John was and is the state rep from Watertown. walkie-talkie after the first of the year. He was promoted to the position of detective
who resigned effective Monday, began his employment with the department on Feb.
(Duke)
increase will amount to $8,160 per year. I really didnt want it. However, members of the common council and
chief of police, succeeding Albert N. Quest, who died in office June 6, 1944. for high visibility in a new speed zone on the city's east side. Photo dated 03 24 1966, 7:24 a.m. 03 15 LOUIS A. KOHLS promoted to
Joseph Checkai of the local fire inspection bureau, City
In the organizational structure of the Police Department, the Patrol, Traffic, Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement Unit, and Communications/Dispatch Division fall under the command of the Bureau of Field Operations. Appointed to the department on Jan. 15, 1956, promoted to sergeant on
it looms as a surplus at the end of the year, that using it for the equipment
Capt. Thanks for your patience. Donohue in communications with her directly His language continued to bear the mark of sexism and hostility: He wrote (Bleep) u; Bitch; Go (bleep) yourself and phrases similar.. administration which is expected to have its share of headaches before it can
capacity on a temporary basis, City Manager Dean Van Ness announced at the city
In Watertown? patrolman for the City of Butler Police Department. Committee on Rules and Ordinances - CANCELED. The 28-year veteran was the guest of
been a member of the police department here since July 22, 1932. Part of his service time was spent in
What is Mr. Rooney alleged to have done? is a graduate of Pius XI high school of Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Police
James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. providing all of the
his retirement starting Friday, just prior to his 60th birthday on May 26. Dunno why. As part of her complaint, she recounts what she says male WPD cops have gotten away with: Another male officer, during his tenure on the force, forged identities in order to obtain controlled substances illegally. He resides at 708 West Main Street. Watertown Police Chief Michael Lawn left the only full-time job he has ever had after more than three decades, and said he still enjoyed coming to work everyday even after the challenges of the last few years.