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Lafayette Celebrated (Again) in Watertown for Contributions to American Revolution

By Charlie Breitrose | 2 hours ago

Watertown officials celebrated the new historical marker in honor of General Lafayette. From left, Council Vice President Vincent Piccirilli, Council President Mark Sideris, Marilynne Roach of the Historical Society, City Manager George Proakis, Julien Icher of the Lafayette Trail, Joyce Kelly from the Historical Society, and City Councilor Caroline Bays. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

On a drizzly, cool morning, a small crowd of Watertown history buffs came out to celebrate a Frenchman who played an important role in winning the American Revolution. During the ceremony, Watertown’s newest historical marker was unveiled, honoring the Marquis de Lafayette, who served as a general in the American Army.

Police Log: Multiple Shoplifters Arrested, Fake Trial Scam Costs $14K and Illegal Dumpings

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.

JIM’S VIEW: Boston Renegades Beep Baseball Team Plays At Fenway Park For The First Time

The Boston Renegades, who practice in Watertown, got to play at Fenway Park for the first time on April 12. The beep baseball team has members who are visually impaired and others who are not, all of whom wear blindfolds. (Photo by Jim Vershbow)

BOSTON — Bravery. It comes in all shapes and sizes. Among the bravest, in my opinion, are those individuals who are forced to live their lives visually impaired. Sight is a precious thing, and not having it is one of the cruelest things you could inflict on any human being. Yet, over the years so many incredible techniques and equipment have been devised and developed to allow the visually impaired community to do things that those of us with sight take for granted. One of those things is the opportunity to play the great sport of baseball, more commonly known to the visually impaired community as Beep Baseball.

Fire Hits East End Home, Residents Evacuated by Alert Witnesses

Watertown Firefighters put out a fire at a home on Kimball Road. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Watertown Firefighters doused a house fire on Kimball Road Tuesday morning. Residents were not hurt thanks to alert employees of a Coolidge Square business.

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Schools

More Than $250K Raised for Walker Therapeutic & Education Programs, Including Watertown’s Beacon School

By Guest Writer | June 11, 2021

Walker Therapeutic and Educational ProgramsMaureen O. Kelly, EdD, Recipient of Walker’s 2021 Distinguished Community Leadership Award.

The following announcement was provided by Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs:

On May 20, 2021 Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs (Walker) hosted a virtual Lives in Bloom Gala which raised more than $260,000 to support the organization’s residential, educational, and community-based services for children and families. For Walker – which is celebrating 60 years of delivering special education and clinical programming to youth and families in Massachusetts – this marked the first time their signature fundraiser was held virtually.

Real Estate

Homebuyers Have a Variety of Open Houses to Visit This Weekend

By Charlie Breitrose | June 11, 2021

Check out the open houses happening around town this weekend.

Arrest

Police Track Down Maine Man Wanted for Sending Obscene Material to a Child After 2 Years

By Charlie Breitrose | June 10, 2021

Watertown Police brought a man into custody who had been wanted for two years on charges of sending obscene material to a child.

Around Town

Watertown Farmers’ Market Opens Next Week, See the List of Vendors for 2021

By Guest Writer | June 10, 2021

The following announcement came from the Watertown Farmers’ market:

Opening Day is Just One Week Away! Mark Your Calendar for Wednesday June 16th ~ 2:30 – 6:30 PM. We’re so excited to open the 8th season of the Farmers’ Market, and look forward to seeing familiar as well as new faces in our favorite outdoor marketplace!

Business

Join the Watertown Business Coalition’s June Online Coffee Connect

By Charlie Breitrose | June 10, 2021

Speak with people in the Watertown business community, non-profits and others about doing business during COVID and how to operate in the post-pandemic environment.

Election 2021

School Committee Chairman Will Not Seek Re-election in November

By Charlie Breitrose | June 9, 2021

School Committee chair John Portz will not be seeking re-election in 2021.

After 16 years on the Watertown School Committee, John Portz announced he will not be running for another term.

Entertainment

Ben & Jerry’s Community Celebrations Each Saturday Feature Music, Artists

By Guest Writer | June 9, 2021

Arsenal YardsBen & Jerry’s Community Celebrations feature live music every Saturday.

The Ben & Jerry’s at Arsenal Yards is hosting Community Celebrations each week with live music, local artists and giveaways.

Entertainment

2021 Watertown Summer Concert Series Features 12 Dates, Variety of Music

By Guest Writer | June 9, 2021

Southbound TrainSouthbound Train will perform at Watertown’s Saltonstall Concert Series. It is one of four concerts that will feature free dance lessons beforehand.

The Town of Watertown will host a series of 12 concerts at Saltonstall Park from June to September.