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Waterford Beach Park has a new concrete walkway where a dirt path once was, with other enhancements still to come.
Plans include music, dance and a celebration of culture.
Connecticut’s Republican state auditor was found dead in his home Friday evening, according to local police.
Rob Kane, the Republican auditor of public accounts, was found dead Friday at his home in Watertown after police made a wellness check at the request of his family. Friends and relatives grew concerned after Kane, a divorced father of two, uncharacteristically failed to respond to texts or calls. Family members met police at his home, and the police entered and found his body. “There does not appear to be any suspicious circumstances,” police said. As a matter of routine, the Office of Chief Medical Examiner will investigate the death. Kane, 53, was a popular figure in political circles ...
WATERTOWN â Dr. Alison Villanueva has been chosen to lead the Watertown Public Schools as its new superintendent. The Board of Education voted 7 to 1 to appoint her to the position at a special meeting on December 21, with member Cathie Rinaldi voting no. Chairman Leslie Crotty was authorized to negotiate a contract, with a start date of January 25. Ms. Crotty explained Dr. Villanueva rose to the top of the candidate list, having demonstrated a thorough understanding of educational excellence while communicating a collaborative, open style of leadership. She has demonstrated an impre...