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Mayor Joseph Curtatone and Ward One Alderman Matthew McLaughlin had a good turnout for their Spanish and Portuguese speakers meeting last week. It is the first of many efforts to reach out to the immigrant community in Somerville.

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, May 17, the 137th day of 2014 with 228 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:21 and sunset is @ 8:00. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn.
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By Bob Katzen

THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local representatives on five roll calls and local senators on six from the week of May 12-16.
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SAVE THE DATE:
Some exciting events in the coming weeks:

YOGA by Noah: Thursday,May 8th through Thursday, June 5th – Yoga is back and open to all. Join us on Thursday mornings starting at 9:00 Continue reading Somerville COA Calendar of Events →

Do you enjoy pizza and data? Then join Mayor Joe Curtatone, Alderman Matt McLaughlin, City officials, and your neighbors Monday night for the Ward 1 ResiStat community meeting at the East Somerville Community School. The meeting starts at 7 p.m., but stop by at 6:30 for refreshments and a chance to chat with other attendees.
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SOMERVILLE POLICE BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY AWARD
is presented for outstanding dedication and effort for the month of April 2014 to

Det. Kilsarys Leguisamon
…
Detective Kilsarys Leguisamon has been a member of the Somerville Police Department for the last eight years and is currently assigned to the Family Services Unit. During a recent investigation, Detective Leguisamon was relentless in her endeavor to seek the truth in an incident involving the alleged sexual abuse of a juvenile female perpetrated by her mother’s live-in boyfriend.
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By William Tauro

On Friday, Somerville Fire Department crews were testing out the long reach and the bucket of Tower1 at the Homans Building thats located on Medford Street in Somerville.

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, May 16, the 136th day of 2014 with 229 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:22 and sunset is @ 7:59. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn.
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By William Tauro

On Thursday morning over one hundred motorcycles assembled on New Washington Street in Somerville at the Somerville Lions Clubhouse.
Continue reading The 13th Annual Massachusetts Motorcycle Association Ride “Storm The State House” →

By Charli O’Rouke

The results of the Greater Boston League Championship meet. Just like during the Indoor Season, our girls came through at the biggest meet of the season. winning meets like this is a Continue reading GBL Championship Meet Girls Track →

By Doti-Wedge Metivier

Skip was a member of Somerville Lodge A.F. & A.M.
Affiliated member of King Solomon’s Lodge A.F. & A.M.
Affiliated member of Mystic Valley Lodge A.F. & A.M.
Photographer for Aleppo Shriners A,A.O.N.M.S
Braveheart the clown with the Aleppo Shriners Clown Unit

By William Tauro

On Tuesday, the Somerville Fire Department conducted a simulated emergency rescue at the Somerville
Continue reading SFD Rescue Simulations in Somerville →

Delivery of rodent-resistant trash carts to begin in June

SOMERVILLE – To help control the rodent population and reduce the city’s solid waste tonnage, the City of Somerville will begin distributing uniform trash carts to residential units in June. Every household that receives trash service from the City will be Continue reading WAR ON RATS: CITY TO DISTRIBUTE UNIFORM TRASH CARTS →

For tickets contact: Mayor Gene Brune at eugenec79@comcast.net or Billy Tauro at Wmtauro@aol.com

All proceeds to benefit Somerville Lion’s Club charities!

By William Tauro

Banners are being displayed in various sections of the city by the same three or four protesters that have been noticed by some and explained by none.

The message on their banners is very clear that reads “Wrong for Union Square” , “No National Development” and “No Federal Realty”.
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, May 15, the 135th day of 2014 with 229 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:25 and sunset is @ 7:58. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Mars, Saturn & Jupiter.
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Zumba (ZUMBA) Fitness has quickly grown into the planet’s most popular sport lessons. In fact, a Latin dance inspired workout allegedly Pat over 1.2 billion people, fashion (Figure 1at Somerville-YMCA) in 125 countries Continue reading Zumba (ZUMBA) dance fitness and fun →

Community members invited to celebrate Pride Month with
Flag Raising on City Hall concourse
Continue reading MAYOR, SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL GAY-STRAIGHT ALLIANCE TO RAISE PRIDE FLAG ON MAY 29 →

Join the City of Somerville, the Somerville Arts Council and Knucklebones for the City’s first annual Somerville Weekend of Play this weekend, May 17 & 18! The weekend’s events include:
Continue reading PorchFest Somerville: Weekend of Play THIS WEEKEND! →

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And while you’re there try some of the Somerville’s best Subs and pizzas!

While you’re sitting back reading your Somerville News Weekly for a few relaxing minutes the good people of Angelina’s will prepare a nice fresh sub to satisfy your cravings within minutes!

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Please note that the Ward 3, Ward 4, and Ward 5 ResiStat Meetings previously announced will be Continue reading Ward 3, 4 and 5 ResiStat Meetings Postponed – Community Note →

During April vacation, 27 students and four teachers from Somerville High School embarked on a journey of a lifetime to Portugal and Spain. Students on the trip got the opportunity to put all the lessons in Portuguese and Continue reading Somerville High School Students Visit Portugal and Spain →

Regional approach to economic development in key growth sector

CAMBRIDGE, MA – Today the mayors of Boston, Cambridge, Quincy, Somerville, and Braintree announced the formation of the Life Sciences Continue reading Cambridge-Boston-Quincy-Somerville-Braintree Launch Life Sciences Corridor Initiative →

Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated. – Confucius

If you follow my column, then you probably think I am bi-polar because I flitter back and forth amongst a wide range of topics about a fairly narrow Continue reading Reality Bites by James A. Norton →

In this weekly culinary column, I will be focusing on one dish – giving the reader a quick history of the dish, the classical preparation of it, and of course, my own spin on the classic.
Continue reading Cooking with Jonathan By Jonathan Jolicoeur →

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Some exciting events in the coming weeks:

YOGA by Noah: Thursday,May 8th through Thursday, June 5th – Yoga is back and open to all. Join us on Thursday mornings starting at 9:00 A.M. for an hour long invigorating yoga class. Yoga provides modified, low- Continue reading Somerville COA Calendar of Events →

Join us for Porchfest this weekend! For more information, including full schedules, see the attached press release or visit http://www.somervilleartscouncil.org/porchfest.

EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS –
SOMERVILLE CITY CABLE: CABLE CONNECTION
City TV (13/22) & Educational Channel 15 (15)

*Programs and broadcast times can change due to event addition or cancellation.
Continue reading Somerville City Cable Schedule 5.14.14 →

Falvey Arrest

On the above date, at approximately 17:54, while in marked unit 664, I responded to Broadway (Winter Hill Market Inc.) for a past Breaking and Entering of a M/V. Marked units 663 (Off. Pasqualino), 662 (Off. McCarry), Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Juvenile Arrest

On the above date and time, while in full uniform and assigned to marked unit East 2, I was dispatched to the area of Washington St, for an individual who appeared to be tagging. Ofc Costa, Jason who was assigned to East 3 was also dispatched.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Schiavo Arrest

On Saturday 05/10/14, I was in uniform patrol assigned to marked cruiser WEST 667. At approximately 11:46AM, I was dispatched along with Ofc. Jones and Ofc. Beckford, to the above Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Teixeira Arrest

On 05/09/2014 I, Officer Brioso was in full uniform assigned to marked unit East 2. At approximately 12:25pm I was dispatched to Salon 22 located at Summer St. for a report of a Robbery in progress. Officer Sullivan was also dispatched as the backup unit.

Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

The Faces of Assembly Row series continues with Paula Rees.

Paula’s role, Principal of Foreseer, allows her to bring innovation into a community, without forgetting the unique memories of its past.

Continue reading Faces of Assembly Row →

McCann Arrest

On Friday, May 9, 2014, at approximately 07:33 AM, while on patrol in marked unit 660, I was dispatched, along with 667, to the Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Muhammad Arrest

On May 8, 2014 at approximately 9:05 AM, Officer F. Cicerone and I, Officer Mark Nevin), were dispatched to East Albion Street for a report of a Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Nikitenko Arrest

On Monday, May 5, 2014, I, Officer Capasso was on duty for the Somerville Police in marked cruiser 664. At approximately 9:15 PM, Officer Cicerone and I were dispatched to Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

05/05/2014 15:54:36
32
SUMMER ST
LAMARQUE , JERRY
07/11/1963
32 SUMMER ST SOMERVILLE MA
ABUSE PREVENTION ORDER, VIOLAT
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, May 12, the 132nd day of 2014 with 232 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:26 and sunset is @ 7:55. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Mars, Saturn & Jupiter.
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Here is a picture photographed by our good friend Skip Murray over at Trum. Beautiful spring flowers.

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Happy Birthday to the following villens celibrating their birthdays in the Ville this week! Happy Birthday shout outs going out to George Landers, Melissa Hurley, Tatou Hilaire, Mike Murphy and Mike Rogers

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George Landers, a driving force at the Weatherization Assistance Program for City of Somerville. George is a great guy, always with a cheerful smile that is always there to lend a helping hand for a good cause!

Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person Of The Week George Landers →

A man knocks on your door and says he has extra asphalt and is willing to pave your driveway at a discounted price. His high pressure approach confuses and intimidates. You are not getting a deal, you are being scammed.
Continue reading Somerville Police Warn About Paving Scam Public Service Announcement →

A free outdoor dance festival in Somerville from May 17 – June 27. For full schedule and details visit our website

Continue reading Get ready for Somerville Arts Council Dancing in the Streets →

Starting Thursday, May 8th and running through Thursday, June 5th this hour long class lets you stretch and relax with its modified, low-impact moves and easy-to-follow pacing for a healthy, active lifestyle. There is a cost of $20.00 for the 5 week class & a RSVP is a must. If you have any questions, require additional information or to RSVP please contact Chris Kowaleski at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2315

A rare chance to visit the Milk Row Cemetery is coming up on Tuesday, May 13. Join Historic Somerville and the Somerville Historic Preservation Commission at the cemetery (right next to Market Basket) at 6 p.m. for a tour.

Bike commuters, stop by the corner of Sacrament and Washington streets from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Monday for breakfast courtesy of Star Market. Bike Boom will be on had to check bikes and do tune-ups.

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, May 11, the 131st day of 2014 with 233 to follow. This is Mother’s Day in the United States and many other countries. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:27 and sunset is @ 7:54. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Mars, Saturn & Jupiter.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

Photos by Frank Santangelo and Mark Haley Sr

Many streets were heavily flooded due to Saturday afternoons heavy torrential rain.

Vehicles were semi submerged underwater throughout parts of the city.

Congratulations to newly married couple Jodi and Jimmy Mastromatteo

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It’s with regret, and also the highest and warmest regards, that I announce that Chief of Staff Janice Delory is Continue reading Chief of Staff Janice Delory Leaves Mayor’s Office →

The numbers are in: Hubway recently crunched the 2013 numbers on rides taken by Somerville members, new Somerville members, trips taken to or from Somerville, and some other interested data. Spoiler alert: We saw big spikes in residents using the bike rental service and in people using Hubway bikes to get to and from Somerville.

2013 Pedestrian Accessibility Study available for community review; public meeting on Thursday, May 15, at 6 p.m. to gather community feedback
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In case you missed it: The Ward 6 ResiStat community meeting is this Continue reading ResiStat meeting →

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LAS VEGAS (May 7, 2014) — Wynn Las Vegas and Chef David Walzog are proud to announce the debut of Lakeside’s dedicated “Ocean to Table” Continue reading Wynn Las Vegas Announces “Ocean to Table” Program at Lakeside with Chef David Walzog →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, May 10, the 130th day of 2014 with 234 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:28 and sunset is @ 7:53. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Mars, Saturn & Jupiter.
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Congratulations to Alyssa McNeill and newly sworn in Massachusetts State Trooper Steven Hanafin on their wedding engagement.

We here at the News wish them all the best!

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May – a great month for celebrating poetry, music, spring-time weather, and the special person in your life that you call “Mom.” Have a great weekend, everyone.
News & Notes
Continue reading Connections: A Newsletter from the Somerville Public Schools – May 9, 2014 →

(Somerville, MA) CPCU Credit Union announced that they would adopt the new name, Naveo Credit Union, in 2014. Citing the desire to become a more inclusive credit union and Continue reading Credit Union Membership Approves Name Change to Naveo Credit Union at Annual Meeting →

Volume 39 – Report No. 19
May 5-9, 2014
Copyright © 2014 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved.
By Bob Katzen

THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on one roll call from the week of May 5-9. There were no roll calls in the House last week.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call →

By William Tauro

On Thursday evening, a Special Reception/Casino Night with over two hundred friends and former staffers in attendance at an event in honor of a special lady, the Honorable Former Somerville Mayor Dorothy Kelly Gay.

The event was hosted by The Hebrew Senior Living Care Centers of Boston.

The ceremony was focused in honor of all Mayor Dorothy Gay’s lifetime accomplishments and how she during get employment with The Hebrew Senior Life before and after she was the mayor, made it a better place.

The event was held at the Dedham Country Club in Dedham MA.

The event raised over $42,000.00 for the Hebrew Senior Life Seniors and their charities!

By Celia Taylor

Billy and Kate-Sea Ragusa were honored Thursday night at the BOA meeting in Somerville.

The Holiday Cleaners was a mainstay on Highland Avenue.
Continue reading Billy and Kate-Sea Ragusa of Somerville’s Holiday Cleaners Honored →

By William Tauro

Honoring Alderman Tom Taylor at Somerville City Hall for his dedicated service to the City of Somerville and the residents of Ward 3 for over 2 decades as Ward 3 Alderman.
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, May 9, the 129th day of 2014 with 235 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:29 and sunset is @ 7:51. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Mars, Saturn & Jupiter.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

Important sewer and utility work to last approximately 9 months in preparation for
full streetscape improvements later this year.
SOMERVILLE – As the City prepares for Continue reading BEACON STREET CONSTRUCTION BEGINS, COMMUNITY MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MAY 13 →

Porchfest, Knucklebones, kids’ activities and more round out Somerville’s first annual “Weekend of Play.” All activities, concerts free, and fun!
SOMERVILLE – Somerville’s first annual Continue reading RESIDENTS INVITED TO JOIN IN ‘WEEKEND OF PLAY’ IN SOMERVILLE, MAY 17 & 18 →

By William Tauro

This past Wednesday afternoon, Superintendent Tony Pierantozzi and the Somerville Public School Department hosted a Pre Prom Assembly event in the library of the Somerville High School.
Continue reading Somerville High Pre Prom Assembly →

By William Tauro

The McGrath highway overpass has been going through some extensive repairs over the past few months. Now that most of the heavy lifting portion of the repairs have been completed, the bridge is now getting it’s final touch and a new paint job!
Continue reading Somerville’s McGrath Highway Gets a New Paint Job →

By William Tauro

This past Wednesday afternoon, Middlesex County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian and the Middlesex Sheriff’s Department hosted a “Longevity Medal Award Ceremony” for employees of the sheriff’s department.

Continue reading Middlesex Count Sheriff Peter Koutoujian Thanks MSO Employees →

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, May 9, the 129th day of 2014 with 235 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:2 and sunset is @ 7:5. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Mars, Saturn & Jupiter.
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Please join: ADD Inc.; Boys & Girls Clubs; Busnach Associates; Cambridge Health Alliance; CKO Strategies; CPCU; Cambridge Savings Bank; Century Continue reading RSVP Meeting with Mayor →

(Somerville, MA) CPCU Credit Union collected over 200 books during the month of April as part of the Massachusetts Credit Union League’s Children’s Book Month initiative. Each year, CPCU Credit Union participates in Continue reading CPCU Credit Union collects over 200 books during Children’s Book Month to benefit local non-profits and childcare facilities. →

Somerville project focuses on creating a community-wide ‘Culture of Healthy Lifestyles’ through comprehensive physical activity and nutrition program
Continue reading Somerville Public Schools Awarded 2014 Carol M. White PEP Grant →

May 6, 2014 — Attend two demonstrations at Tufts and hear from workers and students, head out on the Mystic River, learn about the Gay-Straight Alliance at the Somerville High School, hear from seniors and learn why a recent communique from the Pope is relevant to Union Square. These stories and more on SNN #14. Somerville Neighborhood News is produced by the volunteers, interns and staff of SCATV.

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Two Exciting Upcoming Concerts. The details are: Event: Capuano Kindergarten Spring Concert Date: Friday, June 6, 2014 Time: 9:15-10:00am Location: Capuano Early Childhood Center cafetorium (150 Glen Continue reading Spring Concert Season at the Brown and Capuano Schools in Somerville →

With additional capital improvement funds, City more than doubles Chapter 90 funding for roadway repairs, repaving, preventive maintenance
Continue reading CITY COMMITS ADDITIONAL $1.3M FOR STREET MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR →

SOMERVILLE – Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone invites residents to the Spring 2014 ResiStat Community Meetings, a twice-yearly effort to share the latest City news and data directly with residents and gather their feedback.
Continue reading SPRING RESISTAT MEETING SEASON SET TO RUN MAY 12 TO JUNE 11 WITH MAYOR, ALDERMEN →

Sips & Savories: Mexican Bites & Tequila Tasting
Brought to you by the Boston-Bunker Hill Holiday Inn and East Somerville Social
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Stop in at Vinny’s Superette in Somerville and pick up your free copy of the Somerville News Weekly!

And while you’re there try some of the world’s best Italian food!

While you’re sitting back reading your Somerville News Weekly for a few relaxing minutes the good people of Vinny’s Superette will prepare a nice fresh homemade Italian meal to satisfy your cravings within minutes!

Check them out at 76 Broadway, Somerville and tell them we sent you!

“The Somerville Theater turns 100 on May 11, 2014 and Ian Judge, Director of Operations for our landmark and historic theater, sat down with “Greater Somerville” host Joe Lynch, and spoke about the theater’s history, the famous feet to trod and dance across its stage, the classic films to debut on its screen and the upcoming 100th Anniversary Gala on May 11 celebrating Somerville’s very own movie palace. The highlight of this celebration will be the showing of the original MGM classic film, “The Wizard of Oz”.

Watch the replay here and don’t forget to go to http://www.greatersomerville.wordpress for all your past episodes of “Greater Somerville”.

See attached link from last night’s episode:

Have you ever looked through a dirty car windshield? You can’t see clearly! Cataracts mimic just that. Starting at about the age of 40 protein buildup in the lens occurs and eventually a Continue reading SENIORS AND CATARACTS →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, May 7, the 127th day of 2014 with 237 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:32 and sunset is @ 7:49. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Mars, Saturn & Jupiter.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

Please visit http://www.somervillechamber.org/index.htm

Stephen V. Mackey
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2 Alpine Street, P.O. Box 440343
Somerville, MA 02144
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smackey@somervillechamber.org
617-776-4100

Representative Denise Provost (D- Somerville) has announced the unanimous adoption, in the FY 2015 House Budget, of her amendment (392, as amended) to protect residents and first responders in Somerville and statewide from a particular fire hazard. “I am gratified that the House has acted Continue reading Representative Provost on Ethanol in FY15 budget →

For your information, this meeting will stream live on the internet, and will be stored online, in a searchable format, at the City of Somerville’s Board of Aldermen’s meeting portal, http://somervillecityma.iqm2.com/Citizens/Default.aspx.
Continue reading Agenda for Thursday night’s Board of Aldermen meeting →

LAS VEGAS (May 6, 2014) – Families can enjoy a special meal with their loved ones at Wynn Las Vegas as the resort’s restaurants present a variety of Mother’s Day menus to help celebrate the holiday.
Continue reading Signature Restaurants at Wynn Las Vegas Offer Special Mother’s Day Dining Options →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, May 6, the 126th day of 2014 with 238 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:33 and sunset is @ 7:46. The waxing first qtr moon is exact @ 11:16PM. The morning stars are stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Mars, Saturn & Jupiter.

Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

You snooze, you lose…remember that next time, before it’s too late.

It’s funny – in general, we take things for granted. The meals we eat, the gas Continue reading Reality Bites by James A. Norton →

Denise Taylor, Director of Communications: 617-625-6600 x2620
Steven DeCarlo, Director of City Cable: 617-625-6600 x2617
Joe Constantine, City Cable Producer: 617-625-6600 x2611
Continue reading EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS – SOMERVILLE CITY CABLE: CABLE CONNECTION City TV (13/22) & Educational Channel 15 (15) →

Mayor Joseph Curtatone and Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently had the pleasure of joining fellow mayors of the Metro Mayors Coalition, Senator Sal DiDomenico, along with many other State Senators and Representatives at the 8th Annual Community Safety Day at the State House.
Continue reading MAYORS ATTEND STATE COMMUNITY SAFETY DAY →

Somerville Historic Preservation Commission sponsors month-long events, culminating with annual historic bike ride in early June.
Continue reading ANNUAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION MONTH EVENTS SCHEDULED FOR MAY 2014 →

May 5, 2014

Dear Editor,

On behalf of Union United – a multi-issue coalition of community stakeholders, including small business owners, residents, activists, immigrant groups, religious congregations, labor Continue reading Letter to the Editor →

REDDIN, Edward Robert Of Somerville, May 2, 2014. Beloved husband of Josephine (Sanfilippo). Loving father of Melissa Hickey and her husband Continue reading Funeral Service Update: Rest in Peace Somerville Police Officer Eddie Reddin →

Lifelong Somerville residents, Salvatore and Louise Casparriello celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary at Maggiano’s in Boston Sunday, May 4, 2014. Salvatore and Louise celebrated with their six children (Erna Connors, Stella Arenz, Kathy Dodd, Danny Casparriello, Joe Casparriello, and Peter Caspariello) and their families including their seventeen grandchildren.

Sal and Louise were married May 2, 1954 at Nuttings on the Charles in Waltham.
Continue reading Somerville Favorite Anniversary Photo of the Day! →

A lot of birthdays and partying going on in the Ville this week! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Jeff Snow, Bob Cataldo,Walter Pero, David Potter,Dawn Marie Cardillo Legee.Charlene Cardillo,Eileen. O’Connor, Michael OBrien,Charlie Lacombe,Michelle Angiulo Bowler and Tom Perrone

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