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Blind Students Get Art Lesson At MFA
BOSTON (CBS) – Students from the Perkins School for the Blind got a hands-on art lesson at the Museum of Fine Arts on Wednesday. The teacher, Dale Chihuly, is the artist himself. His eye-catching...
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Stanley Cup Visits Perkins School for the Blind, Children’s Hospital
WATERTOWN (CBS) – Students and teachers at the Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown got to experience the Stanley Cup first-hand Thursday afternoon. For his day with the Cup, Bruins strength and...
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A Delightful Sound: Perkins Holds Annual Egg Hunt
WATERTOWN (CBS) – Students at Perkins School for the Blind, used a “beep” coming from brightly colored, battery operated eggs, to helped them track down their prizes at the school’s second annual...
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‘Vision Of Beauty’ Gives Prom Dresses To Girls At Perkins School For The Blind
BOSTON (CBS) – There’s nothing fancy about kindness, but sometimes, the end result is downright elegant. Two years ago, a local woman was asked to provide one prom dress for one girl at the Perkins...
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Visually Impaired Students Get Lesson In Self-Defense
BOSTON (CBS) – Shortly after introducing himself to members of the class, many of whom are visually impaired, Stephen Nicholls explained his interest in self-defense. “I entered the field after being...
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One Last Thing: Taste Of Perkins
WATERTOWN (CBS) – On Thursday night, the Perkins School For The Blind is hosting the annual “Taste of Perkins” at the famous Watertown school. It gives people a unique way try great foods. Adventurous...
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Perkins School For The Blind Unveils New Name, Braille Machine
WATERTOWN (CBS) – Perkins School For The Blind is changing with the times by unveiling a new name and braille technology. WBZ NewsRadio 1030′s Kim Tunnicliffe reports Download:...
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RMV: Van Driver Accused Of Kidnapping Blind Student Did Not Have Valid License
WATERTOWN (CBS) – The school bus driver arrested for driving drunk and kidnapping a blind student did not have the proper license, WBZ-TV has learned. Michael Tantillo was supposed to take the...
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Soundbytes Of The Week: 5/3
BOSTON (CBS) – Preventable fire kills BU senior. Rep. Markey challenges Gomez to take the “People’s Pledge.” Watertown first responders honored by Perkins School. Funeral home owner takes on a...
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NightSide – Bob Branco, Author Of “My Home Away From Home” Joins Steven...
BOSTON (CBS) – The Perkins School for the Blind has been working with students with visual impairments since the early 1800’s. Based in Watertown right on the Charles River, the school has helped...
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Young Celtics Fan From New Zealand Ready For Trip To Boston
BOSTON (CBS) – At 7 a.m., from over 9,000 miles away in Auckland, New Zealand, Louis Corbett shakes off the sleep. With a permanent smile across his face and one of his favorite t-shirts on, Louis...
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Eye On Education: Local Mom Invents Learning Tool For Blind Children
BOSTON (CBS) – For children who have special vision needs, some computer programs or an iPad can be too visually complex. A local mother noticed that her daughter who is blind was drawn to basic lights...
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Boston’s Best Family-Friendly Easter Events
Easter is the perfect holiday to spend quality time with the family. On top of a traditional meal that often includes everyone’s favorite recipes, there are several ways to get in on the spirit of...
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MBTA, Perkins School Launch New App To Help Vision Impaired Find Bus Stops
BOSTON (CBS) — A new app may help make it easier for Boston commuters who are vision impaired find bus stops. The app, called BlindWays, not only uses voice navigation to give users direction, but also...
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Perkins School For The Blind Holds Beeping Easter Egg Hunt
WATERTOWN (CBS) – A special Easter egg hunt was held Saturday in Watertown. Cameron squeals after finding an egg. (Photo Credit: Perkins School for the Blind) It was for students at the Perkins School...
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