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Two single family houses, a pair of condos, and a townhouse were sold this week. 63 Bradford Road #A, 3 bedroom 3 bathroom 1,222 sq. ft. Townhouse, Sold: $926,000
69 Boylston St., 3 bedroom 2 bathroom 1,699 sq. ft.
Dear Editor,
I am a grandmother and a retired elementary school teacher, and I have twice benefitted from taking psychedelic plant medicines. That is why I’m voting Yes on Question #4.
I don’t fit the stereotype, but I was desperate for help. I have a life second to none, but it unfortunately includes dealing with a serious health issue as well as PTSD. Therapy and anti-depressants have been essential tools, but they aren’t a quick fix and don’t work well for all. Research at Johns Hopkins, Mass General, Dana Farber, and many others gave me the courage to try the unusual treatment.
Watertown’s Miyawaki Forest will be planted at Lowell School
The City Manager will present the Preliminary City Budget, the City will provide details of the recently completed Health and Human Services Report, the Environment and Energy Efficiency Committee seeks new members, and Watertown’s first Miayaki Forest will be planted at Lowell School. Preliminary Budget
City Manager George Proakis will present the Preliminary Budget Overview for Fiscal Year 2026 at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The meeting is in the Council Chamber in City Hall, and will also have remote participation. The Oct. 22 meeting begins at 7 p.m. See more details here.
Massage Aid will raise money for Doctors Without Borders. The following announcement was provided by the organizers of Massage Aid:
By Diane Crowley
With all the trouble in the world in Ukraine, the Middle East, Haiti and Sudan currently, the massage therapists and Reiki practitioners who volunteer for Massage Aid events decided it was time to hold another event to benefit Doctors Without Borders. In the past, the group had chosen a specific country to focus on but there are so many countries that are experiencing war, terror and strife that it was hard to focus on only one country.
The group decided to call this event MASSAGE AID FOR PEACE & HUMANITY and will let Doctors Without Borders decide where the most urgent need is at present. The event will be held at:
The First Parish Watertown, at 35 Church St. in WatertownOn: Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 2:30-5:30 p.m.Services: 15 minute sessions, chair massage, clothed sports table Massage or ReikiCost: $20/session, CASH or CHECK
*** In order to get the service you want at a time that works best for you, you can pre-book your session by email at: cjclmt@gmail.com
Walk-Ins are welcome on a first come/first serve basis
So do something good for yourself while doing something good for humanity!
Homebuyers have many, many options in Watertown this week. 19 Garfield St., $2,750,000, 6 bedroom 6 bathroom 6,274 sq. ft. Single Family, Open house: Sunday, Oct. 20 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
63 Bradford Road #B, $930,000, 3 bedroom 3 bathroom 1,289 sq.
Wednesday night, the City Council and Planning Board began to dig into the details of the zoning that will make the transformation of Watertown Square a reality. The zoning includes areas where City officials seek to create areas with a vibrant street front, make the area more friendly for walkers and bicyclists, promote affordable housing, and a section where multi-story residential buildings will be allowed by right to comply with the state’s MBTA Communities Law. The two boards must approve the dozens of Zoning amendments in the Watertown Square Area Plan proposed zoning so that City officials can submit them to the State by December, said Assistant City Manager Steve Magoon. Added to the zoning changes are zoning to allow Accessory Dwelling Units by right, which would allow Watertown to comply with recently approved State legislation by the February deadline. See a bigger version of the proposed zoning map by clicking here.
The City of Watertown recently released the Health and Human Services Report, and a meeting is scheduled to present it ot the public. See more information in the City’s announcement, below. Health and Human Services Report
Please read the Watertown Health and Human Services Report, authored by Health Management Associates (HMA)! This report includes an analysis of the existing health and human services available in Watertown, an identification of gaps between needs and services, and a series of recommendations made by the experts at HMA for the City of Watertown. To coincide with the release of this report, the City of Watertown is also hosting a presentation to the community, where HMA will present their findings and recommendations on Monday, October 21, 2024, at a hybrid meeting.
The following announcement was provided by the Charles River Regional Chamber:
The Charles River Regional Chamber invites our local business community to its highly anticipated Fall Business Breakfast presented by Needham Bank on Friday, November 1, 2024, from 7:15 to 9:00 a.m. at Newton Marriott. The event is the Chamber’s largest annual gathering for business, civic and nonprofit leaders across Newton, Needham, Watertown, and Wellesley. This year’s program will feature Steve Gross, a Needham-native, Newton-resident and founder of the Life is Good Playmaker Project, as the keynote speaker. Using research, humor, and personal stories from his 25+ years as a clinical social worker, Gross will share how optimistic leaders bring out the best in people and organizations – especially in challenging, change-filled times. In addition to the keynote address, attendees will have the opportunity to network with more than 400 local business leaders, decision-makers, and community members.