Around Town

Float on the Charles River in Watertown During Free Kayaking Event

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Hit the waters of the Charles River during the Watertown Recreation Department’s free kayaking event on Saturday, June 17. The event was a hit last year, and all the spots were filled. The Recreation Department included the the following information: participants will pair up in a double kayak for a fun, leisurely, or active ride along the Charles River. Charles River Recreation will provide basic instruction and safety rules for all who participate. This program is open to new and experienced kayakers.

Around Town

Find Out What it is Like to Live with Alzheimer’s in Experiential Learning Program

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The Residence at Watertown Square invites the public to a special event where they can find out what it is like to live with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia. 

The event, called “A Walk in Their Shoes,” will be on Wednesday, June 21, the longest day of the year at 2 p.m. At the event, participates will take part in an experiential learning program to better understand how someone with dementia perceives the world around them. The Residence’s announcement said: “Join us for the Alzheimer’s Association’s Longest Day event to honor the strength, heart and endurance of those facing Alzheimer’s disease. We will make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association for each person who attends the event. We’re fighting Alzheimer’s disease from dawn to dusk.” Please RSVP to 617-924-8100

The Residence at Watertown Square is located at 20 Summer St., Watertown, residencewatertown.com.

Obituaries

James “Jace” Dunn, 85, Worked for NE Telephone, Hibernian Member for 40 Years

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James C. “Jace”Dunn of Watertown died on June 11, 2017 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Mary P. “Rusty” (O’Connor). Devoted father of Maureen J. Terry & Karen P. Dunn both of Watertown. Dear brother of the late Thomas F. Jr., Francis, Robert J., John E., Dorothy C., Eleanor M. Hackett, Lorraine F. Kubillis, & Virginia M. Oates. Loving grandfather of Laura & Daniel Terry.

Amstel Heritage

New Project Proposed on Pleasant Street with 58 Residential Units and Commercial Space

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A community meeting will be held for a commercial and residential development proposed for a thin piece of land on Pleasant Street currently occupied by a parking lot and warehouse. 

The meeting for the project at 385 Pleasant Street will be held on Monday, June 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Room in the Watertown Police Station, 552 Main St. According to the project narrative submitted by developers Amstel Heritage LLC, the project includes five new buildings on the current parking lot near the intersection of Pleasant Street and Rosedale Road, plus the existing warehouse. The site backs up onto properties along Waltham Street. In addition, a small public park will be built where Pleasant and Waltham Streets converge at Rosedale Road. The residential component includes 58 units.

Police/Fire

Missing 15-Year Old Watertown Girl Has Been Located

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Watertown Police announced that the teenage girl reported missing this week has been located. On their Facebook, the WPD announced: “UPDATE: This juvenile is no longer missing and has been located. The WPD thanks you all for your help.” Fifteen-year-old Jeelsy Feliz had been reported missing by her family on June 5.

Real Estate

See How Much These Three Watertown Homes Sold for This Week

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Three Watertown homes sold this week, see how much they went for. $825,000 – 274 Palfrey St. Unit 274, 6 room, 3 bedroom, 2 full & 1 half bathroom, Townhouse condo/townhouse

$532,500 – 9 Westland Road Unit 2, 7 room, 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom, 2/3 Family condo/townhouse

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$635,000 – 69 Galen St. Unit 1, 8 room, 3 bedroom, 2 full & 1 half bathroom, Townhouse condo/townhouse

$265,500 – 99 Pleasant Unit A1 3 room, 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom, condo/townhouse

Arrests

Police Logs: Woman Who Hit Pole Faces OUI Charge, Man Causes Disturbances Across Town

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The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department. Arrests
May 29, 1:11 p.m.: A man was spotted taking numerous items, including an air conditioner, from Home Depot and fled toward Arsenal Park. The man was seen taking an A/C unit, TV cables, a wall mount and some kitchen faucets, worth a combined $920. Store security gave police a description of the suspect and offices found a man matching the description. In the parking lot, police found a vehicle with the items inside and determined the vehicle was owned by the suspect.

Schools

WHS Mascot Committee to Discuss Submissions for New Logo

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The group that will help select a new mascot/logo for Watertown High School will discuss the proposals for the new logo at a meeting next week. 

On Tuesday, June 13 at 7 p.m. the Mascot Screening Committee will review the submissions for the new symbol of Watertown High School, said School Committee Vice Chair Kendra Foley, who chairs the Mascot Committee. The school will keep the Raiders name and the red, black and white colors. “We have received 15 submissions,” Foley said at this week’s School Committee meeting. “We will review the proposals on June 13.” The Mascot Screening Committee will meet again on June 20 when the final selection may be made to send to the full School Committee to consider, Foley said.