As the army of the Islamic State bangs on the gates of Baghdad, one wonders what liberals are really thinking about saying and doing next.
When the time came to liberate the Iraqi Continue reading For more than a decade liberals have gamed Iraq for political gain, what now? By Neil W. McCabe →

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CITY TV 13/22
Wednesday, October 1
9:00am:​Connecting Communities
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4th Annual Health & Wellness Fair – Thursday, October 16th – 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. at our Holland Street Center. Blood pressure screenings, glucose screenings, hearing screenings, reiki treatments, mental Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Press & Organizational Information & Updates →

Pineda arrest

On the above time and day I was dispatched to Everett Ave. for a past assault. Upon arrival at that location, I was met by Ofc. Goncalves (E2) and the victim in this case. Due to the fact that the victim spoke very broken Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Acosta arrest

On Saturday, September 27, 2014, I, Officer Michael Capasso was on duty for the Somerville Police in marked cruiser 661. At approximately 18:55 hours, Officer Legros and I were Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Carr arrest

During the late afternoon of September 24, 2014 this investigator was contacted regarding an anticipated

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Hunt arrest

On 09/25/2014, at approximately 10:46 AM, I, Officer Albert Gee while in full uniform assigned to West 6 was dispatched along with Officer Oswaldo Martinez assigned to West 7 was dispatched to a suspicious male on Holland St. Charlie 6, Officer Neil Collins responded as well.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

O’Grady Arrest

For the past several months, the FBI Bank Robbery Task Force has been investigating EDWIN O’GRADY, Massachusetts (MA). Information was received that O’GRADY has been Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Hogarty arrest

On Tuesday, September 23, 2014, I was working as Route-1, walking the area of Assembly Square. At approximately 8:55 A.M. Marked unit Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Dellamano arrest

On September 22, 2014 while assigned to marked unit East 2, I, Officer Anderson, was dispatched to Family Dollar located at 622 Somerville Avenue at approximately 0930 hours for Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

09/22/2014 08:41:10
622
SOMERVILLE AVE
DELLAMANO , DANIELLE
12/20/1982
204 CEDAR ST STOGHTON MA
SHOPLIFTING BY ASPORTATION c26
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Come Join us on Tuesday October 7th at the Mount Vernon in Somerville at 6:15 PM as we swear in a new Somerville Lions Club member, Skip Murray into the Somerville Lions Club. Skip is a great guy with great ideas and he will be an asset to the club. Come check us out and Join the Club!

William B Tauro, President

Dinner Members $5.00/ Non Members $15.00

Happy Birthday to all the Villens celebrating their birthdays in the Ville this week! Donna Baldasaro, Helen-Bill Gioiosa, Mark Lavelle, Michelle Petruzziello Doherty, Kaitlyn Wyatt, Angel Mullins Lipinski, Judson Walker Greene, Wilfred Mbah, Jean Mickiewicz Brunco, Joey Lacey, Senator Anthony Petruccelli and Arianna Louise Costa who is turning 1 year old!

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Rumor has it that Arthur Wahlberg, the oldest brother of film stars Mark Wahlberg and Donnie Wahlberg, might have a screening of his independent film, “The Rude, The Mad, and The Funny” – a feature comedy – at AMC Cinemas at Assembly Row in Somerville, MA to be followed by an After Party at a restaurant nearby. The film had a successful premiere on September 18th at the Hingham Patriot Cinemas, followed by an After Party at Wahlburgers, one of the family’s restaurants.

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Thousands of Fluff lovers showed up in Union Square on Saturday to enjoy the festivities of Fluff Fest 2014
Continue reading Somerville “What The Fluff” Fest 2014 →

BOSTON (Sept. 26, 2014) — Mass. Eye and Ear is extending its high-quality, compassionate care north of Boston by opening a new center for otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat or E.N.T. care) and audiology (hearing care) in Medford, and by welcoming Dukhee Rhee, M.D., to its established Continue reading Mass. Eye and Ear Expands E.N.T. Access to Residents North of Boston Opens New Location in Medford; Welcomes New M.D. in Stoneham →

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By William Tauro

Hundreds attended the 2014 Collier Strong Kickball Tournament at Trum Field in Somerville this past Saturday to honor slain MIT police officer Sean Collier who was brutally murdered during the Boston Marathon bombing.

Collier had plans about his future jn Somerville and was going to become a Somerville Police officer before his tragic murder took place.

The 2nd annual event took place under sunny sky’s in 80 degree temperatures at Trum Field on Broadway in Somerville with an overwhelming crowd in attendance.

By William Tauro

Two Somerville sisters, Judy and Nancy Medeiros, who are two of the hearts and souls of the organization, “Somerville Overcoming Addiction” who have be icons in the City of Somerville, looking out for our citizen’s Continue reading Special Persons of The Week Judy and Nancy Medeiros →

It’s officially fall, and it looks like we’re in for a beautiful and fun first fall weekend!
Enjoy the weather and the company of friends and family on Saturday at the 9th Annual Fluff Festival in Union Square
Continue reading Connections: A Newsletter from the Somerville Public Schools →

Somerville Songwriter Sessions at the Armory Cafe presents a concert with Wellesley singer-songwriter Beth DeSombre, Vermont singer-songwriter Phil Henry and Maine singer-songwriter Martin Swinger on Saturday October 4. Continue reading Beth DeSombre, Phil Henry, Martin Swinger @ Armory Cafe Sat Oct 4 →

Please join us at the Chamber’s next Business After Hours

East End Grille
118 Broadway – free parking in private lot
5-7 PM, Thursday, October 2, 2014
Excellent networking event featuring free appetizers with cash bar; bring Continue reading RSVP After Hours at East End Grille Thursday →

As part of our ongoing collaboration with the Somerville Fire Department, we continue to offer free smoke alarms / carbon monoxide detectors.
Continue reading Hearing Impaired Smoke Alarms →

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THE HOUSE AND SENATE. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call looks at Question One, one of the four questions on the ballot that will be decided directly by the voters in November.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 39 – Report No. 39 September 25, 2014 →

Some of you are questioning my recent vote of the ‘Pay To Play’ Ordinance. For those of you who asked me directly, I thank you. To others I offer Continue reading Somerville Alderman Mary jo Rossetti on Pay to Play Ordinance →

Removal of contaminated soil, demolition of buildings and restoration of property to take place over next three months; traffic impacts from construction
SOMERVILLE – Work clearing the way for the future Union Square MBTA Continue reading Somerville’s UNION SQUARE GREEN LINE STATION SITE WORK BEGINS →

I am a lifelong resident of the Medford, Hillside neighborhoods. I am a 2008 graduate of Medford High School and a 2012 graduate of the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Continue reading Nick Lanzilli is running for State Representative of the 34th Middlesex District! →

Photo: Jonah Moss McKenna and Paul Goldstein at a recent opening.

Just when you thought What the Fluff? A Tribute to Union Square Invention couldn’t get any better, Union Square Main Streets adds some steampunk flair! Join in the fun on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 3 to 7 p.m. in Union Square. For the full sch…edule of events, see the link below.
Continue reading What the Fluff →

Story contributed by John Roderick

Photos by Wayne Hills

It’s part of a very rare collection and

Continue reading Private Commuter Train Collection Passes Through Somerville →

Lets make it a night to remember .There will be a full dinner buffet also DJ Chris will be playing your favorites.

Saturday October 18th, Event starts at 7:30PM to 12 midnight. Tickets are $20

Continue reading St Catherine’s School /Villen Reunion Fall Bash 2014 →

BOSTON – September 17, 2014 – Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) CEO Alicia Barton announced $305,000 in grant awards to assist four Massachusetts small business incubators to grow the next generation of clean energy businesses. MassCEC’s funding will leverage an Continue reading MassCEC Announces $305,000 for Clean Energy Business Incubators, Over One-Third Coming to Somerville →

SOMERVILLE – On Thursday, September 25, 2014, at approximately 10:55 a.m., two suspects were taken into custody by the Somerville Police at the Rockland Trust Bank located at 399 Highland Avenue in Somerville after an attempted robbery.
Continue reading SUSPECTS CAPTURED AFTER ATTEMPTED BANK ROBBERY →

The fall and winter schedule for the “Somerville by Design” neighborhood planning effort kicks off in Winter Hill on Monday, Sept. 29. Over the next four months, residents, business owners, community organizations and commercial property owners will have Continue reading Somerville by Design: Winter Hill community planning series starts Sept. 29 →

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, the 268th day of 2014 with 97 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:34 and sunset is @ 6:38. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1493 – Christopher Columbus embarked on his second voyage to the New World.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyet →

TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, the 268th day of 2014 with 98 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:3 and sunset is @ 6:4. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 622 – Mohammed and his followers commenced the Hegira, or “flight,” to Medina, where he founded Islam.
Continue reading TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

September 23, 2014 – Go Somervilleans to the People’s Climate March on Sept. 21, learn the latest on the Aldermen’s campaign finance reform law, on a new proposed ordinance that’s already leading landlords to evict Tufts students, on the plans and process for the Lincoln Park renovation, and on Senator Elizabeth Warren’s talk at Tufts. These stories, a visit to a secret garden and the Foodie Crawl and more on Somerville Neighborhood News #23. Check out other episodes at http://www.somervilleneighborhoodnews.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter at @SCATVSNN.

Somerville Neighborhood News is produced by the volunteers, interns and staff of SCATV.

Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and the Somerville Commission for Women announce the Annual Candlelight Vigil in honor of Domestic Violence Continue reading Candlelight Vigil for Domestic Violence Awarencess 10/1 – community note →

Former Acting Chief to head Public Safety at Endicott College
Continue reading FORMER CHIEF CHARLIE FEMINO ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT FROM SOMERVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT →

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Management of many is the same as management of few. It is a matter of organization. – Sun Tzu
Continue reading Reality Bites by James A. Norton →

Happy Birthday to the following Villens celebrating in the Ville this week! Marsha Hamel McGlashing, Dan Hamel, Debra O’Connor, Robert W Hickey, Ellie A Stolp Manning, Matthew Desmond, Teresa Paribello, Timothy Shwartz, Irene Reni Macarelli, Greg Eibell, Christina Margaret, Kathy Maggiacomo, Jim Vargas, Jo-Ann Crosby, Walter Tauro, Phyllis Grenier, Alderman Tom Taylor and Jacqueline Martin

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East Broadway’s friends went above and beyond
for the 4th Annual Foodie Crawl

Many hands, spoons, dollars, and pots and pans
went to make this event a success,a special thanks to:
Continue reading 900+ said Bon Appetit at Somerville’s Foodie Crawl 2014 Now We Want to Say Thanks. →

Photos by George Smichinski

Declares commitment to community policing and evidence-based decision making at every level of department

SOMERVILLE—After the unanimous confirmation of his appointment by the Continue reading NEW POLICE CHIEF FALLON ANNOUNCES TRANSITION PLAN →

September was Fall Prevention Awareness Month. This is particularly important for Seniors; those over 65 are the most susceptible to falls. According to the National Institutes of Health 1.6 million adults are hospitalized each year for fall related injuries.
Continue reading FALL PREVENTION by Fillyaw/Senior Advisor →

Saturday, Oct 18, 7 to 10:30 p.m.

Somerville, MA … Sept 22, 2014 Mudflat Studio, a haven for clay and creativity for more than 40 years, will Continue reading Hats Off to Mudflat: A Gala Celebration of Clay and Creativity →

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

CITY TV 13/22
Wednesday, September 24
9:00am:​SomDog Festival
Continue reading EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS – SOMERVILLE City TV (13/22) & Educational Channel 15 (15) →

At approximately 10:42 am, I was in the area of the MBTA subway stop on Holland Street, when I was waved down by a civilian across the street who stated that a fight was occurring in Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

District maintains upward trajectory on 2014 MCAS as state’s leading urban district in growth; West Somerville Neighborhood School advances to Level 1 state accountability designation
Continue reading Somerville Public Schools In Top 15% of Massachusetts School Districts For Combined ELA and Math Growth →

District-Wide:
• Every school in the District moved up in their overall school performance rankings relative to schools serving similar grades from 2013 to 2014, demonstrating growth among their students.
• Somerville has closed the state Continue reading Somerville Public Schools: Additional 2014 MCAS Data Highlights →

Danca Arrest

At approximately 10:50 am I was on foot in the area of the MBTA subway stop on Holland St. I walked around the West side of the building into Seven Hills park, where I witnessed two males standing next to some bushes. One of Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

09/15/2014 10:42:34
0
COLLEGE AVE
FLYNN , CLIFFORD
11/13/1985

DRUG, POSSESS TO DISTRIB CLASS

Continue reading Somerville police arrest log Sept 15 thru sept 22 →

Two pictures from Sunday’s Union Square Walking Tour. Quite a nice crowd enjoyed this historical event.

Top photo:St. Anthony of Padua Church, 12 Properzi Way.

Bottom photo 61 Putnam St. Laurinda Dedinsield, owner, sitting on the steps wowing the appreciate crowd, with her historical knowledge.

By William Tauro

About one hundred bicyclists doing a bike tour through Medford and Somerville rest up at the halfway point and will finish at about 4:30 Saturday night at Assembly Row.
Continue reading Tour de Somerville 2014 In The Ville →

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Former Somerville Mayor Dorothy Kelly Gay bumped into Boston Mayor Marty Walsh this past Saturday in the town of Connemara Ireland.

Somerville Democratic City Committee Special City-Wide Meeting to launch our Coordinated Campaign for the November 4th General Election & elect our new City Committee Chairperson
Continue reading Special Meeting of the Somerville Democratic City Committee October 5 →

By William Tauro

Two Somerville sisters, Judy and Nancy Medeiros were recognized this past Thursday night at the Fenway Park EMC Club and awarded the Shinning Star Award from the “Accelerated Cure Project” (ACP) for their MS Fundraisers to benefit MS research.

The Medeiros sister’s have run the “Annual Edmund Mederios Foundation Fundraiser”and donates its proceeds to benefit research for MS for the past 14 years.

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By Bob Katzen

MEMO TO EDITORS: The following may be useful to you if you want additional information on local representatives’ 2014 per diems that are included in this week’s report. Per diems are paid by the state to legislators for mileage, meals and lodging.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 39 – Report No. 38 September 19, 2014 →

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

Twin River Casino – Monday, September 22nd – For a fee of $22.00 you receive Motorcoach Bus transportation, $10.00 Free Bonus Play and a $7.00 Food Credit. Check in Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Press & Organizational Information & Updates →

It’s almost time for warm apple cider, as the weather turns cooler and the days get shorter.
If your schedule allows you to enjoy lunch in Somerville, consider stopping by Somerville High School’s Highlander Café starting Wednesday for a delicious meal prepared by SHS Culinary Arts students. Read more in this issue of Connections.
News & Notes
Continue reading Connections: A Newsletter from the Somerville Public Schools →

Boston, Massachusetts – On Saturday, September 20, 2014 at 5:00 PM, Law Enforcement Officers and survivors of officers killed in the line of duty in Massachusetts will gather once again Continue reading Annual Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony →

Senate President Therese Murray has appointed Senator Patricia Jehlen to the Foundation Budget Review Commission. The Commission will Continue reading Senator Jehlen Appointed to Foundation Budget Review Commission →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, the 262nd day of 2014 with 103 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:27 and sunset is @ 6:48. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN:
1356 – In an important battle of the Hundred Years’ War, English Prince Edward defeated the French at Poitiers and took King John II as a prisoner.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

“Happy Birthday Jacqueline Martin!”
From Mom!

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Cindy Snow Murphy, a longtime Somerville resident as well as a retired Somerville Fire fighter who was also one of Somerville’s first female firefighters on the job.

Continue reading Special Person of The Week Cynthia Snow Murphy →

photo by Margaret Cohen

FESTIVAL OF ACTIVIST STREET BANDS

NINTH ANNUAL

ROSTER OF BANDS
FROM ALL OVER
NOW SET
Continue reading HONK! FESTIVAL 2014 →

Don’t Forget To Save The Date for The 3rd Annual Fundraiser For The Walk For Autism “Team Jake The Snake!”

Funds raised to be used for 2014 – 2015 PTA Programs

John F. Kennedy Elementary School PTA in Somerville has launched their fall fundraising season with Close Buy Catalog, a local goods school fundraising catalog featuring only made in New England products.

Continue reading John F. Kennedy School PTA Launches Local Goods Sale →

The City of Somerville’s Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change (CEUCC) is currently seeking new commissioners.The CEUCC advises the City and the Mayor’s Office of Continue reading Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change Seeking New Commissioners – community note →

2.2 Acre gateway to Somerville to be transformed into arts, urban agriculture, development hub in Ward 2

SOMERVILLE – This fall, the City of Somerville is set to bring new and exciting arts and sustainability programming to the former Waste Continue reading ARTS EVENTS AT FORMER WASTE TRANSFER SITE HIGHLIGHT SITE REUSE PLANS, POSSIBILITIES →

For those of you who have yet to hear about me or meet me, I am Nicholas Lanzilli, a candidate for the office of State Representative for the 34th Middlesex District. I am a lifetime Medford resident who has graduated Continue reading Elect Nick Lanzilli State Representative for the 34th Middlesex District Somerville/Medford →

The Gronk in the Ville!

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On Monday, New England Patriot Rob Gronkowski, aka the Gronk was in Somerville at Foss Park and he through his “Gronk Foundation” donated $31,000 in equipment to the Somerville Pop Warner.
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By William Tauro

Continue reading Somerville Hospital Hit By Runaway Car →

Somerville, MA — Members of the Somerville School Committee will hold neighborhood meetings throughout the City over the next two weeks. The main topic of these one-on-one and small- Continue reading SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH – UPDATE Schedule of Neighborhood Meetings →

One of the refreshing things about the Catholic Church no longer part of the Bay State’s oligarchy is that it is now free to speak up for its flock.
It is strange now how it all turned out that the Church is the last advocate for true romantic love and the last bastion Continue reading Good News: Bay State bishops stand up against the elite’s casino schemes By Neil W. McCabe →

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William “Bill” Roche, a lifelong Somerville resident who has served the City of Somerville as an elected official since 1996.

He held the office of Alderman for City of Somerville from 1996 – 2012 (16 years) and now he is the Director of Personnel for the City of Somerville from 2012-present.

Bill Roche has always been and still is involved with many charitable organizations throughout the city and is always ready to lend a helping hand when needed. Bill really cares about this city and he has always been there for it’s citizens.

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

Congratulations!

Be careful what you wish for…you might end up with a lot more than egg on your face.

For years, there have been whispers that turned into rumors about everything from elected officials Continue reading Reality Bites by James A. Norton →

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

Curious about Facebook – Tuesday, September 16th. Come and learn about the basics of setting up a profile, searching for family and friends, Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Press & Organizational Information & Updates →

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 →

By Bob Katzen

MEMO TO BHRC SUBSCRIBERS: This week’s report is on the 2014 roll call attendance record of your local representatives through September 5. Some representatives may have poor attendance records for a variety of reasons, including health problems or Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 39- – Report No. 36 September 5, 2014 →

By William Tauro

Former Acting Chief of Police Charlie Femino announced his intention to retire effective at the
end of this month in order to accept a post at Endicott College located in Beverly, Massachusetts as the Director/Chief of Public Safety. In his new role he will lead the college’s 22 officer Campus Safety Department, as well as coordinate any emergency preparedness efforts.
Continue reading Former Interim Somerville Police Chief Femino Takes on New Role →

John was 83 years old. He is survived by his wife Mary, his daughter Norma and his son Norman.

John was a very nice person and will be sadly missed.

By Dottie Wedge-Metivier

The Somerville High School Lady Highlander’s Girls varsity volleyball beat’s Matignon at home Monday night, with Winning with 3 sets of 5. Very exciting win for the Girls, Coach Walker and Coach K. 2014 The next home game is Monday Sept 22nd.
@5:15 vs.Haverhill! Nice job
Lady Highlanders.

Freitas Arrest

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Carreiro Arrest

On 09/12/14, I was assigned to Somerville marked unit East Four. At approximately 10:30 hours I was dispatched to Home Depot at Mystic Ave for the report of loss prevention personnel struggling with several shoplifters. Officer Isaacs was dispatched as well. Once on scene I Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Pollard Arrest

On September 10, 2014 I, Officer deOliveira, was in full uniform and assigned to marked unit 199 for the Somerville Police Department. At approximately 3:10 p.m., I was dispatched to the TJ Maxx, located on Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Libby Arrest

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Anderson Arrest

On 09/08/2014, I was assigned to Somerville marked unit East One. At approximately 17:56 hours I was dispatched to Saks Fifth Avenue, on Canal St. for a reported shoplifter. Officers Capasso and Cabral were Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories →

Happy 30th Wedding Anniversary to the Russell’s and the Papadinis’s from the Somerville News Weekly

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, the 256th day of 2014 with 107 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:2 and sunset is @ 6:5. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1588 – The Spanish Armada, which attempted to invade England, was destroyed by a British fleet.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer →

09/08/2014 16:05:17
88
PEARL ST
CALLINAN , THERESA
03/19/1967
88 PEARL STREET SOMERVILLE MA
A&B c265 S13A
Continue reading Somerville police arrest log for Sept 8th thru sept 15 →

Greetings,
I was hoping you would think about supporting a great organization East Somerville Main Streets by buying a ticket or two to this event for this Tuesday night Sept 16th with a rain date of Wednesday night Sept 17 and tickets are only $20.00 Each

Thank you

Dana Iacopucci
Residential & Commercial Sales

Tel: 617-876-1885
Fax: 617-876-1897
Email: dana@cubbyoil.com

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Top photo: Front door into City Hall.
Bottom photo: Columbus Ave.

Happy Birthday to the following Villens who are celibrating the birthdays in the Ville this week! Gail Connolly, Kelly Do Prado Maia, Jay Blake, Mary Ellen Gil, Cathy Derany, Steven Maguire, Joe Murphy, Phip Jeffres, David Lebahn, Mary Jo Rossetti, Ken Webber, Jo-Ann Marie Fontano and Paul Jarosiewicz

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By William Tauro

The Somerville Foundation for Animals proudly presented the 5th annual Somerville Dog Festival this past Sunday at Trum Field in Somerville.
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Wow, we’ve reach over 6,800 hundred Facebook Likes at the Somerville News Weekly on our Facebook Fan Page!

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Born January 2nd, 1943
Died September 3rd, 2014

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Cradles to Crayons, Genzyme Donate 1,200 Backpacks to Somerville Continue reading Connections: A Newsletter from the Somerville Public Schools – September 12, 2014 →

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An earlier day photo of Somerville’s own Jimmy Del Ponte in a jaw lock squeeze by the late great Richard “Jaws” Kiel from the James Bond films! “He was a big man with a big heart!”

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