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

By Charlie Breitrose | 17 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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Government

Recommended Charter Change Would Allow Council to Hire Staff, Committee Looks at Requiring Open Forums for Councilors

By Charlie Breitrose | May 19, 2021

Charlie BreitroseWatertown’s Town Hall.

The Town Council should be able to hire its own staff or consultants without having to ask the Town Administration for funding, the Charter Review Committee decided Tuesday night.

Entertainment

Violinist to Perform, Share Her Story During Online Event Hosted by Revels

By Guest Writer | May 19, 2021

RevelsViolinist Beth Cohen will perform in a free online concert hosted by Revels.

The following information was provided by Revels:

Revels’ Musical Connections series continues with Beth Bahia Cohen: A Life Story Through Strings, this Sunday, May 23, at 5 p.m., free on Facebook Live!

Around Town

Volunteers Wanted to Place Flags on Veterans’ Graves for Memorial Day

By Charlie Breitrose | May 19, 2021

In honor of Memorial Day, flags will be placed on the graves of Watertown veterans. The Watertown Veterans Services Office seeks volunteers to help place the flags.

Government

Council Backs Bike/Pedestrian Path Extension On Arsenal St., Keeps Open Off-Road Option

By Charlie Breitrose | May 18, 2021

After looking at three options, one was eliminated, and two were moved forward with one chosen as the recommended route.

Entertainment

Art Gallery at Watertown Apartment Complex Seeks Work from Local Artists, Part of Sales Proceeds Go to Charity

By Charlie Breitrose | May 18, 2021

Elan Union MarketThe Art Saint Hope Gallery in the Elan Union Market apartments will display work of local artists and part of the sales will go to help charity.

Artists have a new place to display their work in Watertown, and the gallery also helps raise money for charity.

21st Century Policing

OP-ED: Who Gets to Reform the Police?

By Guest Writer | May 18, 2021

“Owning your own narrative” is a common expression used in business, in politics, and in private life where personal reputation is at stake. Owning your narrative means ensuring that what is told about you matches the way you’d like it to be told, without distortions, mischaracterization, half-truths, or false perceptions.

Environment

Learn About Pollinators and Native Plants at the May Watertown Citizens Meeting

By Guest Writer | May 18, 2021

The following announcement was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice & the Environment:

Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment’s May Monthly Meeting will be about Mystic Charles Pollinator Pathways

District D

Process for Filling Empty Council Seat Delayed Due to Error in Voting Process

By Charlie Breitrose | May 17, 2021

The Town Council heard a proposal for how to fill the vacant District D Town Council seat, but could not make a vote due to an error during the subcommittee meeting held the previous week.

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