Beginning on Monday, Aug. 4, the left lanes of McGrath Highway over the Gilman Street Bridge in both directions, northbound and southbound, will be Continue reading McGrath Highway Lane Closures for Gilman Street Bridge Replacement Begin Monday, Aug. 4 →

By William Tauro

This past Wednesday night, the Somerville Labor Coalition held it’s State Representative Political Forum on SCATV.

Out of the five invited candidates Christine Barber, Erin DiBenidetto, Nick Lanzilli and Craig Rourke were in the hot seats answering questions being

Continue reading Candidates for State Representative Attend Political Forum Hosted by Somerville Labor Coalition →

Woodstock 45th Anniversary Concert – Peace Love & Music in Summer
Friday August 22, 2014 from 7:30-10:30pm at the Center for Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville Continue reading Woodstock 45th Anniversary Concert in Somerville 8/22/14 →

Boston magazine’s annual “Best of Boston” issue hit stands this week, and 2014 marks the 41st anniversary of the awards! For the past 12 months, Boston magazine’s team of expert Continue reading Somerville Businesses Awarded “Best of Boston” Title by Boston magazine →

“Catch this week’s Greater Somerville with guest Christine Barber, candidate for State Representative for the 34th Middlesex district. Barber recently sat down with co-host Joe Lynch and discussed her candidacy, the issues for the district and her thoughts on some of the issues facing voters this election year. Watch the episode on greatersomerville.wordpress.com or watch for the replay on SCATV, channel 3 in Somerville.”

Trade in firearms and rifles, license or unlicensed— for grocery store gift certificates
What: Somerville Gun Buyback
Where: Somerville Police Headquarters, 220 Washington Street
When: Saturday, August 16, 2014, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
SOMERVILLE—The City of Somerville Police Department, in conjunction with Continue reading FOOD FOR GUNS: SOMERVILLE RESIDENT GUN BUYBACK EVENT AUGUST 16 →

Citizens Bank and NECN provide $35,000 funding, PR, and volunteer support

SOMERVILLE, MA – Citizens Bank and NECN today announced Parenting Journey (formerly The Family Center) as a 2014 Champion in Action® in the category of strengthening communities. Parenting Journey will receive $35,000 Continue reading Parenting Journey (formerly The Family Center) named Champion in Action in Strengthening Communities category →

Somerville Pop Warner is gearing up to start their 51st season this Friday, August 1st at Foss Park. SPW will be holding registrations at Foss Park, Thursday night from 6 – 7:30pm near the little pool. Season starts Friday Continue reading Somerville Pop Warner Season Start →

Team “Jake-the-Snake!”

Enter to win the “Jake-the-Snake-Raffle to win a 3-Hour-Barbecue/Sunset-Cruise for six aboard” “The Somerville News Boat!” for “Summer 2015”

The OPENAIR Circus will be holding its 29th annual performances on August 1 – 3 under the big top at Conway Field in Continue reading OPENAIR Circus this weekend in Somerville →

details about this weekends big event! Pet Palooza will be taking place on August 2-3 from 10am to 5pm.

Back by popular demand, Pet Palooza returns to Assembly Row this weekend (Aug. 2-3) with free events that are open to the public and Boston’s four-

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With the death of Venezuela’s president Hugo Chavez and the declining fortunes of its parent company Petróleos de Venezuela, Boston-area liberals must now brace for a change of ownership at Citgo and its iconic Continue reading Citgo sign sale brings trauma to Boston liberals mourning Chavez By Neil W. McCabe →

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The thing about smart people is that they sound like crazy people to dumb people.

Okay, so that’s not exactly how that quote goes, but, I figured I would refrain from dropping a few f-bombs in the first line of my column/rant.
Continue reading Reality Bites by James A. Norton →

Happy Birthday to the many Villens in the Ville this week! Mark Niedergang, Mario Oliveira, Doti Wedge-Metivier, Robert Leung, Lenny Russell, Tom O’Connor, Joe Szulewski, David Badger, Corey Norton, Darlene DeFrancesco and Sebastian Piacentini who will be turning 3 years old!

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This week I have chosen to cover Continue reading Cooking with Jonathan By Jonathan Jolicoeur →

Everybody knows Nicky at Leone’s Sub and Pizza, Somerville’s oldest family owned Sub and Pizza shop. Nick is known for his great sandwiches and pizza but most importantly for his generosity and kindness. Nick is always there to lend a helping hand to individuals and organizations throughout the city. Since the early 1950s Leone’s has donated to many worthy causes–Nick has helped keep this tradition alive today. As Leone’s celebrates its 60th birthday let’s also Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week Nick Ruccolo Co-Owner of Leone’s Sub and Pizza →

Regarding your article that you published: “Even in Somerville They Act Like a Taxi But Beware Are Most Not Insured Properly?”

We are not against Uber or other ride shares using an app for transportation.
Continue reading Letter to the Editor →

Conference brings together early childhood educators serving students in different settings for joint professional development

Somerville, MA – More than 50 Somerville educators participated in the first of what is anticipated to become an annual early childhood education conference earlier this month, bringing Continue reading Somerville Spotlights Importance of Science in Early Childhood Settings →

“America’s Night Out Against Crime” to feature Fire and Police demonstrations, children’s activities and games, and more
SOMERVILLE –The community is invited to Somerville’s 11th Annual National Night Out Against Crime and Continue reading COMMUNITY INVITED TO 11th ANNUAL NATIONAL NIGHT OUT →

Congratulations to new parents Melissa Hurley and Alderman Dennis Sullivan on the birth of their new baby girl!

Dennis Sullivan is officially outnumbered, Jaclyn Rose Sullivan made her debut Sunday night at 11pm, weighing 9lbs, 21 inches. We wish them all the best with their new addition!

Freeman Arrest

On the above time and date while assigned to marked unit East 3, I along with several units responded to Summer Street & Vinal Ave, Which are public ways in the city of Somerville for the report of a MV accident. Upon arrival, I observed a Chevy Pickup truck that Crashed into two parked motor Vehicles, along with a Fire Alarm box, which was taken down along with two bicycles’ that were chained to a pole in front of six Summer Street. The Subaru which was parked legally in front of 6 Summer Street was pushed into the front fence of 6 Summer Street, with heavy drivers side Damage, And the Honda which was also parked legally sustained heavy rear end damage. The Chevy pickup truck who crashed into the Subaru also Crashed into the front stairs of 6 Summer Street Causing damage to the front fence and front stairs of the residence.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories Freeman Arrest →

The above named defendant Randolph Gilchrist has been the focus of a narcotic investigation conducted by Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Juvenile Arrest

On 25 July, 2014 at approximately 9:02 pm I was dispatched to Jacques Street for a breaking and entering in progress. Car K5, Officer Michael Wyatt, was also Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Ip Arrest

At approximately 1654 on July 24, 2014 I Officer Salvatore Fusco was assigned to the East 1 marked Patrol car and was dispatched to Perkins St. along Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories Man vs Tree →

Mastouri Arrest

On July 22, 2014, I, Officer Michael Capasso was on duty for the Somerville Police in marked cruiser 664. At approximately 16:10 hours, Somerville Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Crockett Dolimpo Carpinito Lockett Arrests

On the above date and time, while assigned to the Somerville Police PD Narcotics/Vice Unit, working in an undercover capacity, operating an Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Szklarz Arrest

While in uniform and operating a police bicycle, I was stationed alongside the Charter School on Webster Avenue. I Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

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By William Tauro

Somerville Police were dispatched to Elmwood Street early Saturday morning for reports of a black male laying motionless in the street after the deceased male’s motor vehicle struck a parked motor vehicle.

There are unconfirmed reports that he may have been run over by his own motor vehicle accidentally while entering the vehicle.

Police are still investing the cause of death.

By William Tauro

Many streets and bridges in and around Somerville flooded during Monday morning’s thunder storms that caused traffic delays across the city.
The Somerville Police Department garage parking lot that’s located on Somerville Avenue at the rear of the public safety building was completely flooded and disabled use of the lot for most of the morning until the rains were receding.
Continue reading Heavy Rains Flood Somerville Streets and Police Station During Monday’s Thunder Storm →

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The next time you call for that ride please make sure you do your research to protect you and your family against any potential dangers that could be lurking out there.
Always check with your local police department or city hall and ask the following questions: Are they properly insured? Are they regulated by the police department to help ensure your safety? Will I get ripped off?
Continue reading Even in Somerville They Act Like a Taxi But Beware Are Most Not Insured Properly? →

Sao Joaquim De Bicas – M.G Brazil’s Secretary of Environment Kelly Do Prado Maia checks out a City of Somerville recycling bin.

By William Tauro

L to Rt: Kevin Douglas of Russell Disposal, Tony Shelzi of ABG Realty ,Brazilian Secretary of Environment Kelly Do Prado Maia, Marco Tulio Braga Mariano of Brazil and Casella’s Representative of Business Development Mark S. Evans

This past week, Sao Joaquim De Bicas – M.G Brazil’s Secretary of Environment Kelly Do Prado Maia delivered the

Continue reading Somerville Recycling, How it Works and Where it Ends Up →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, July 27, the 208th day of 2014 with
157 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:25 and sunset is @
8:16. The moon is new @ 6:43 PM. The morning stars are stars are
Mercury, Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars
& Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1789 – Congress established the Department of Foreign
Affairs, the forerunner of the Department of State.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

As part of our “Free Fun Fridays” a group of our older adults headed to the Sandwich Glass Musuem last Friday.

This past Friday our trip was to Battleship Cove in Fall River.

This trip was sold out but there are plenty of other trips, activities, groups & exercise classes that you can be part of.

Make sure to check out the City’s web site, our newsletter, the local papers & Somerville City Cable station to find out what’s happening.

Mr. Tauro,

I am happy to report that my missing kitten Lukie has been found and is now safely home.

Thank you to you and the Somerville News Weekly for helping spread the word that she was missing.

A Happy Ending.

Katie Wallace

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Metro-Boston rides #HubwayEveryday. As a special way to recognize this, Hubway is calling all metro-Boston area designers & artists (and anyone else with a cool idea) to design one distinct, unique Hubway bike, and enter it into our #HubwayEveryday Design Contest!
Continue reading Will Your Design Be Hubway’s Next Limited Edition Bike? →

The Central Branch library now has a computer loaded with software designed to make it easier for patrons with disabilities to use it. Accessibility features include MAGic, which is a screen magnifier for patrons with low vision, JAWS, which is a screen reader for patrons who have visual impairments, and Dragon Naturally Speaking, which allows patrons to read into a microphone and transcribes the words into a Word Document. The computer is set up in a quiet area of the library to allow for privacy and can accommodate patrons in wheelchairs or those with walking aids.

Find out more about the new accessible work station and other library programs at the library website: http://www.somervillepubliclibrary.org/.

According to:
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

By Meghan S. Laska and Wendy L. Pfaffenbach

The Demoulas Super Markets case was a monster, a modern-day Hydra: every time one evil head would be severed, two more would sprout in its place.

Click link to read article: http://masslawyersweekly.com/reprints/davismalm2/

City of Somerville, Massachusetts
Joseph A. Curtatone
Mayor

July 23, 2014

Many Somerville residents rely on Market Basket for fresh, wholesome foods at affordable prices and for jobs that provide strong benefits. As a Continue reading Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone’s Letter to Market Basket →

SAVE THE DATE:
Some exciting events in the coming weeks:

Monday Afternoon at the Movies: Monday, July 28th – Holland Street Atrium – 12:30 P.M. Due to popular demand we have decided to extend our Continue reading 7-25-14 Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Press & Organization Updates & Information →

By Bob Katzen

THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local representatives on three roll calls and local senators on four roll calls from the week of July 21-25.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 39 – Report No. 30 →

More than $125K for programs serving more than 445 Somerville households

SOMERVILLE – The Somerville Affordable Housing Trust Fund announced this week it is awarding $125,800 in fiscal 2015 to housing and Continue reading SOMERVILLE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST ANNOUNCES ANNUAL GRANTS FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS →

Hello All,

This a reminder about the community meeting regarding the empty lot in Teele Sq.

date: Tuesday, July 29th
time: 6:30pm
location: West Somerville Neighborhood School, cafeteria
177 Powderhouse Blvd

The potential developer, attorney, and architect will be present to share with us their re-design of this lot. They are looking to construct a mixed use development of underground parking, street-level commercial and 3 floors condominiums above.

Let me know what you think…

—
Kind regards,

Katjana Ballantyne
Alderman Ward 7, Somerville
e: Katjana@Katjana.org
m: 617-440-4433

Committees:
-Chair: Environment & Energy
-Finance
-Housing & Community Development
-License & Permit
-Youth Services

Back by popular demand, Assembly Row and SomDog, Somerville’s responsible dog ownership non-profit Continue reading Somerville Pet Palooza:August 2-3 (Saturday & Sunday): 10 am – 5 pm →

What’s your favorite place to grab a frozen treat on a hot summer day?

1. Chilly Cow of Boston, 451 Mass. Ave., Arlington
2. CB Scoops, 453 High St., Medford
3. Spadafora Slush Co., 136 Highland Continue reading Yelp’s Top 10 Ice Cream Spots Near The City Do You Agree? →

Photo by George Smichinski

According to TheTampa Bay Times: St. Petersburg mayor picks Clearwater’s Holloway as his next police chief
Kameel Stanley, Times Staff Writer

ST. PETERSBURG — A day after Mayor Rick Kriseman interviewed his top four candidates for police chief last month and introduced them to the community in a public meet-and-greet, he got on a plane to Dallas.

To read more: http://www.tampabay.com/news/localgovernment/kriseman-holloway-from-clearwater-is-next-st-pete-police-chief/2189329

McGrath Highway Updates

Last week I attended the Mass DOT meeting on the McGrath Highway/McCarthy Boulevard Project Continue reading What’s New in Ward 2: Neighborhood Updates, Meetings, and Events →

Green Line Extension construction is underway and will involve periodic traffic impacts near the Medford Street Rail Bridge for six to eight months Continue reading Medford Street Bridge Construction & Detours Meeting, Thurs., July 31 →

Somerville, Mass.—The Family Center, a nonprofit innovator of high-impact programs that help parents build stronger families, will change its name Continue reading Name change: The Family Center will become Parenting Journey →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, July 23, the 204th day of 2014 with 161 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:27 and sunset is @ 8:14. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Mercury, Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1715 – The first lighthouse in America was authorized for construction at Little Brewster Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

By Charlie Rourke

On Saturday July 18 we had two young ladies from the SHS track team qualify and compete at the Baystate Games Continue reading SHS Track at Baystate Games →

Last week, the senate voted to defeat a bill that proposed to raise the current cap on charter schools in 29 districts. Beginning in 2017 the cap would rise from 18% to 23% of those school Continue reading Charter School Op Ed – Senator Patricia Jehlen (D- Somerville) and Senator Ken Donnelly (D- Arlington) →

SOMERVILLE – The next installment in the “Muslim Journeys” book series at the Somerville Public Library will take place on Thursday, July 31 with a Continue reading ‘MUSLIM JOURNEYS’ SERIES CONTINUES AT SOMERVILLE LIBRARY ON JULY 31 →

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Happy Birthday to the following Villens who are celebrating and partying hardy this week in the Ville: Cheryl Chaille Horan, John Casey, Jeff Northrup, Debbie Brune-Cabral, Joanne Blundon, Margi Frattura, Patricia Talbot, Frank Tello Jr, Ron Aylward, Vincent Chiappini, Joan Campo McKenna,
John Serpico , Jimmy Del Ponte, Janice Delory and Joe Collette!

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Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in…

One of the few redeeming points of Godfather III wasn’t remembered by so 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 →

Please come join us as we cruise through communities to make a difference!

We are on a mission and our goals are Eye research, finding a cure to Blindness, Diabetes and educate people to prevent overdose addiction!

Continue reading BE A PART OF SOMETHING BIG! ASK US HOW TO JOIN “The Somerville Lions Club” →

We received 2 calls for dogs left in cars within minutes of each other this past week. The temperature in both cars

Continue reading A Message from Somerville Animal Control →

Yum: What is Soylent Green? Find out this Thursday when we show the sci-fi classic “Soylent Green” as part of SomerMovie Feast. This week’s movie will be played in Davis Square at Seven Hills Park just after sunset.

Somerville Mayor Curtatone said “Somerville goes back decades with Steve Grossman. He’s been a leader in our local business community, Continue reading Joseph Curtatone Officially Endorses Steve Grossman to be the Next Governor of the Commonwealth →

It should not surprise people that in the middle of the July 21 White House ceremony where President Barack Obama presented Army Staff Sgt. Ryan M. Pitts the Medal of Honor, the president took another cheap shot at Continue reading Obama mars Medal of Honor ceremony with cheap shot at Bush By Neil W. McCabe →

Jim works as Sealer of Weights and Measures for the City of Somerville.

Jim’s a great guy and gets involved with many charitable organizations in and around the city and has played a big part with the Somerville Recreation Department over the years for the children of Somerville.

We here at the Somerville News Weekly salute you for all that you do to make Somerville a better place!

Congratulations!

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Please join us at the Chamber’s next Business After Hours event. This is an excellent networking event featuring free appetizers and a free business card drawing with cash bar. Sponsored by Rockland Trust. Hosted by Somerville Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Co-Chair Dana Iacopucci of Cubby Oil & Energy.

Venue
Underbones in Davis Square
Address
55 Chester Street, Somerville, MA
Thu Aug 7 2014, 5:00pm

July’s SomerStreets Event to feature family-friendly fun, food, and entertainment.
Continue reading SEIZE THE SUMMER’ AT SOMERSTREETS ON HIGHLAND AVE., JULY 27 →

When:Monday, July 21, at 6:30 p.m
Where:177 Powder House Blvd Somerville
In March, after the City announced that Tufts was not able to meet the preferred timeline for development of the former Powder House School site, Continue reading Join us Tonight at West Somerville Neighborhood School to talk about the future of the former Powder House School. →

City TV (13/22) & Educational Channel 15 (15)

*Programs and broadcast times can change due to event addition or cancellation.

Continue reading EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS – SOMERVILLE CITY CABLE:CABLE CONNECTION →

13th Annual Pig Pickin’
Block Party and Benefit

for the Somerville Homeless Coalition

Monday, July 28
5:00 – 9:00 PM
55 Chester Street, Somerville
(rain date August 4)

Smoked pork pulled off the fresh roasted hog
and all the sides:
slaw, beans, corn on the cob & more; plus
veggie kabobs, kids menu, watermelon, lemonade, wine & craft brews from the Redbones Beer Garden.

All food and beverages are a la carte.

Come for a drink or a whole meal!
Invite your family and friends.
No reservations necessary.

FREE Live Music

One Davis Square, Somerville, MA 02144
617-623-6111
http://www.shcinc.org

SAVE THE DATE:
Some exciting events in the coming weeks:

Monday Afternoon at the Movies: Monday, July 28th – Holland Street Atrium – 12:30 P.M. Due to popular Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Press & Organization Updates & Information →

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07/14/2014 08:28:16
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BHANDARI , NARESH
11/25/1989
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Tuesday, July 22nd | 5:30 pm-closing

at Flatbread in Davis Square
45 Day Street | Somerville | 617-776-0552

Bring your friends
and enjoy pizza, organic
salad and bowling.

A portion of the proceeds from all pizza sold,
including take-out orders, will be donated to
Community Cooks thanks to our friends at Flatbread.

Sponsored by
Community Cooks Executive Chefs Circle member

for more information contact us at events@ccooks.org
http://www.communitycooks.org | info@ccooks.org

On Tuesday, September 30th, the SCOA is headed to Troy, NH for a Fall Foliage Trip. For $45. you will experience an unbelievable homemade family style lunch, receive a free pumpkin, visit Allison’s Apple Orchard and see some amazing Fall Foliage. Please contact Connie or Flo at 617-625-6600, Ext. 2300 to reserve your spot or if you have any questions.

Copyright © 2014 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved.
By Bob Katzen

THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local

Continue reading Your Weekly Beacon Hill Roll Call for Somerville MA Volume 39 – Report No. 29 →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, July 20, the 201st day of 2014 with
164 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:24 and sunset is @
8:16. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Mercury,
Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1810 – Colombia declared its independence from Spain.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

Photos taken on Highland Ave.

Photos by Frank Santangelo & Rosalee Zammuto

Continue reading Art Beat Somerville 2014 →

Our condolences to the family of James Tatosky who sadly pasted away this past weekend.

James Tatosky enlisted in the United States Navy when he was 16 and fought in the Battle of the Atlantic against the German navy – 22 of 33 ships and the soldiers aboard didn’t survive the battle but Tatosky made it back.

Continue reading Remembering Ret Somerville Police Captain James Tatosky →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, July 19, the 200th day of 2014 with 165 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:23 and sunset is @ 8:17. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Mercury, Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1799 – During Napoleon Bonaparte’s Egyptian Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 7 Alderman Katjana Ballantyne and the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development invite all interested residents to a community meeting to discuss next steps for the future of the former Powder House Community School site. The meeting will be held on Monday, July 21, at 6:30 p.m. at the West Somerville Neighborhood School, 177 Powder House Boulevard. In March, after the City ended its negotiations with Tufts University regarding the development of the site, the Mayor announced that the City would issue a new Request for Proposals. For updates on the project, visit http://www.somervillema.gov or call OSPCD at 617-625-6600 ext. 2500.

on Sunday, July 27th, the City will host “Seize the Summer” @ SomerStreets on Highland Avenue (Walnut Street to Lowell Street) from noon-4 p.m. (rain or shine). Please join us for dancing, walking, cycling and other fun activities.

SomerStreets is the City of Somerville’s Open Streets initiative, which fosters community involvement and active living by closing a section of roadway and offering active, family-friendly programming along the route.

We hope that you’d be interested in participating on the day of the event by:

• Hosting a table to highlight your business/organization. We are able to provide a table and chairs if you
may need them.

We hope to see you that day to celebrate Highland Avenue.

Davis Square will become a hub of arts, dancing, singing, and creativity this weekend as Art Beat takes over! This year’s theme is “Hatch,” so expect newly hatched innovations and artists bursting out of their shells. Along with seeing over a dozen music acts, attendees can enjoy performances by dance troupes, delicious food, activities for adults and kids, and 75+ craft vendors.

Art Beat starts at 6 p.m. on Friday and runs through Saturday. For a full schedule of performances, please visit: http://www.somervilleartscouncil.org/artbeat/2014.

Free lunch and breakfast are available to residents 18 and under throughout the summer at parks around Somerville. See the full schedule and list of locations below. If you know a young person who would benefit from this program, please share this information.

Get the full camping experience without leaving Somerville at the Great Urban Camp Out at Lincoln Park. Residents are invited to set up their tents any time after noon on Friday, July 25 and spend the evening or the full night. Enjoy s’mores, games, and telling stories around the camp fire with your neighbors. Find out more at the link below.

5th Annual Great Urban Camp Out
http://www.somervillema.gov

Somerville Neighborhood News is a production of Somerville Community Access Television, made by professional journalists, volunteers and staff. The half-hour news show has as its mission to provide a lively, informative newscast focusing on the events, issues and information impacting Somerville residents. You can watch SNN every Tuesday at 7pm on Ch.3 or online at http://www.scatvsomerville.org/SNN.

Union Square: US2 Says It’s Ready to Listen by Jane Regan
Somerville, MA, July 15, 2014 – The new master redeveloper for Union Square told residents, business owners and members of the Union Square Civic Advisory Committee that his firm is ready to work with the community as plans for redeveloping seven parcels there move forward.

Officer Maryanne Manfra has been a dedicated member of the Somerville Police Department for 20 years. On Wednesday, June 4th Officer Manfra, was asked to accompany Cindy

Continue reading BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY AWARD is presented for outstanding dedication and effort for the month of July 2014 to:Officer Maryanne Manfra →

Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 4 Alderman Tony Lafuente, and the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development (OSPCD) invite all Continue reading Marshall Street Playground Community Meeting – community note →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, July 17, the 198th day of 2014 with 167 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:21 and sunset is @ 8:19. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Mercury, Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN:
1754 – King’s College opened in New York City; the Anglican academy would later become Columbia University.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

The Somerville Lions Club is accepting your generous donations of used unwanted eyeglasses. Eyeglass can be dropped off at The Somerville News Weekly office located at 161 Linwood Street in Somerville that’s located in the Pat’s Auto Body Building. Hours: Mon-Fri from 8am-3pm or you can mail them to Somerville Lions Club, PO Box 117, Somerville MA 02143 or for more info call Somerville Lions Club President Billy Tauro at:(617)293-2016

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Please come join us as we cruise through communities to make a difference! We are on a mission and our goals are Eye research, finding a cure to Blindness, Diabetes and educate people to prevent overdose addiction!

Contact:The Somerville Lions Club, Billy Tauro, President
PO Box 117, Somerville MA 02143| Phone: (617)293-2016| Fax: (978)851-8809|
Email: Somervillelionsclub@yahoo.com

Please visit our web site: Somervillelionsclub.com

We meet every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:15pm at the Mount Vernon Restaurant located at 14 Broadway in Somerville.

Lions Clubs – Ready to Help, Worldwide
Whenever a Lions club gets together, problems get smaller. And communities get better. That’s because we help where help is needed – in our own communities and around the world – with unmatched integrity and energy.

Candidate for Massachusetts Treasurer, Tom Conroy discusses his legislative accomplishments, his plans for the Treasurer’s office and his thoughts on the future of the lottery and casino gambling in Massachusetts.

United Independent Party candidate for Lt. Governor, Angus Jennings, sat with Joe Lynch to discuss his party’s platform, the role he sees the Lt. Governor fulfilling and hew the un-enrolled voters could play a big role in the November election.

Watch them here, catch the replay on SCATV, channel 3 or go to greatersomerville.wordpress.org for all the latest Greater Somerville episodes.”

Oliver Sellers-Garcia brings background in sustainability planning for cities, outreach efforts
SOMERVILLE – Oliver Sellers-Garcia has taken the position of Director of Continue reading NEW CITY DIRECTOR OF SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENT HIRED →

“Happy Birthday Cindy Hickey”
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‘Spirit of transparency and full disclosure’ achieved in comprehensive annual financial report

SOMERVILLE – For the second straight year, the City of Somerville has earned Continue reading CITY AWARDED HIGHEST RECOGNITION IN FINANCIAL REPORTING FOR SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR →

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Ray Zonghetti, a wonderful person with a heart of gold who is always there for his fellow Somervillian!

Ray over the years has been involved in many local charities and organizations and still is a driving force here in Somerville and has made a big difference in many people’s lives here in the Ville!

He’s just a very nice person and everyone’s friend

We here at the Somerville News Weekly salute you for everything that you do to make Somerville a better place.

Congratulations!

Happy Birthday to the many Villens celebrating their birthdays in the Ville this week Sissy Doherty,
Corinne Brune Dellanno, Stephen M Post, Paul Burke, Delio Susi Sr.,
Richard Spinosa, Eileen Costa, Kenny Manzi, Cheryl Ricci, Doti Wedge-Metivier and Anne Collette

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Saturday July 12th, 2014 at Broadway and Endicott Avenue.
City of Somerville,
Joseph A. Curtatone Mayor

By William Tauro

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Saturday July 12th, 2014 at Sunset Road and Curtis Street.
City of Somerville, Joseph A. Curtatone Mayor

By William Tauro

Saturday July 12th, 2014 at Warren Avenue Columbus Avenue.
City of Somerville, Joseph A. Curtatone Mayor

By William Tauro

Dear Somerville News Weekly,

I am writing to you with a big complaint regarding the elevator that’s located at 167 Holland Street in Somerville in the building that houses the Somerville Council on Aging.

The one and only elevator has been out of service for over two weeks now to date.

How are we supposed to go to our programs with the elevator out?

It seems like its falling on deaf ears and that nobody at city hall cares about us elders regarding this situation.

How are we supposed to climb those massive stairs when most of us can’t hardly walk?

Please print this letter because we are counting on you as always to get this message out for us. Please don’t fail us now.

Sincerely,

An Elderly Somerville Lifelong Resident

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