Arrests
Police Log: Woman Arrested for Drinking in Her Car, Mopeds Stolen, Several Cars Broken Into
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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department. The incidents took place from Aug. 8 to Aug. 14. Arrests
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Around Town
See the Four Watertown Homes Sold This Week
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Three condos and a townhouse were sold this week. 101 Palfrey St., 6 bedroom 3 bathroom 3,353 sq. ft. 2 Family, Sold: $1,485,000
23 Conant Road #23, 4 bedroom 5 bathroom 3,341 sq. ft.
2 Alarm Fire
Watertown Home Catches Fire, Possibly Caused by Lightning
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Firefighter K. SandersonA fire broke out at a North Beacon Street house on Friday afternoon. It may have been caused by a lightning strike. A fire broke out at a home on North Beacon Street on Friday afternoon, and it may have been caused by a lightning strike. The fire alarm came in shortly after 4 p.m. and flames were coming out of the second floor when Watertown Firefighters arrived, according to the Watertown Fire Department. The fire was out by 6 p.m. and firefighters stayed afterward to check for hot spots.
Police/Fire
Man Arrested for Home Invasion in Watertown, Was Seen with Firearm
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Watertown PoliceThis firearm and ammunition were recovered from a suspect from Leominster charged with an home invasion in Watertown. The Watertown Police Department provided the following announcement:
On Monday, August 22nd, Watertown Police Department Officers responded to a residence on Lexington Street for a person outside of the home armed with a firearm. Upon officers’ arrival, the suspect had fled the area in a motor vehicle. It was determined that the suspect and victim (known to each other) were conversing in the backyard. At one point the victim went into the residence.
Sports
Watertown, Belmont Football Rivalry Heading to Fenway Park
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Charlie BreitroseWatertown and Belmont mark their 100th game by playing at Fenway Park in 2022. Here, quarterback Johnny Cacace rolls out in the 2021 Thanksgiving Game victory. The 100th annual Thanksgiving clash between Watertown and Belmont will move to the home of the Boston Red Sox in 2022 with a Wednesday afternoon matchup. The Raiders and Marauders will play in one of five high school football rivalry games taking place at Fenway Park this year. Watertown Head Football Coach John Cacace said it presents a unique experience.
Around Town
Watertown Summer Basketball League Playoffs Reach Finals
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Watertown RecreationThe Watertown Summer Basketball League has reached the finals for both the Papas Elite League and the O’Brien-Jerahian Legends League. It’s not March Madness, but Summer Madness in Watertown as the Summer Basketball League has reached the finals in 2022. The teams feature current and former college basketball players. The finals are best of three for both the Papas Elite League and the O’Brien-Jerahian Legends League. Games take place at the outdoor court behind the Watertown Boys & Girls Club.
Around Town
More Than a Dozen Open Houses Around Watertown
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Plenty of properties in Watertown to visit for home buyers this week. 7 Cozy St., $1,099,900 5 bedroom 3 bathroom 3,225 sq. ft. 2 Family, Open House: Sunday, Aug. 28 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
32 Whites Ave.
Around Town
Check Your Precinct Location Postcards, They May be Incorrect
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Charlie BreitroseSome of the precinct locations change postcards, such as those above, have the wrong information on them. The City Clerk’s Office encourages voters to check their voting location. The City of Watertown sent out postcards to residents in precincts that will be voting in a different location from the previous election. However, many of the cards show the incorrect information. The postcards were delivered Wednesday, Aug.