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By William Tauro

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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 →

September 16th 2014 Somerville News Weekly Print Edition OnlineClick link at left to read September 16th, 2014 Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online

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.
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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.