Somerville High School Junior Gabrielle Etienne placed 10th in the Shot Put at the New England Track Championships on Saturday. The meet was held at Thonrton Academy in Saco Maine. Gabrielle’s best throw was 37’7″. Gabrielle was the Massachusetts Division 1 State Champion and placed fourth at the State Finals.
Monthly Archives: June 2015
Little Sisters of the Poor Jeanne Jugan Residence Rummage Sale
Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray
Somerville always surprises me with what it brings to us.
Photo 1. Vivian Luo performing in Davis Sq Continue reading Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray
Somerville Wins All American City Again For 2015
Two Somerville Police officers, Paul Anderson and Yvon Jean-Jacques Jr along with twenty nine Somervillians traveled to Denver Colorado this week to represent Somerville at the All American City Convention and won again
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Join The Somerville Lions Club
Be a Part of Something Big, Join the Somerville Lions Club . Bring a Friend and Join! Learn more about the world’s largest service organization. Continue reading Join The Somerville Lions Club
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Counts 90/23/D LICENSE SUSPENDED, OP MV Arrest
On June 12, 2015, at approximately 18:50 hours, I, Officer Rivera, while in full uniform and working as East 4, received knowledge from Detective Cicerone, that a gray Chrysler 300, was left idling and unattended at a bus stop near the corner of Mystic Avenue and Wheatland Street, both public ways within the City of Somerville. He also informed me that the operator is known to him and has a suspended license.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Counts 90/23/D LICENSE SUSPENDED, OP MV Arrest
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Driving After Suspension Arrest
On June 12, 2015 at approximately 1714 I was in full uniform and assigned to the Somerville Police Traffic Bureau.
I was conducting speed enforcement on Rote 16 (Alewife Brook Parkway), which is a public way and posted 30 MPH Zone within the City of Somerville. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Driving After Suspension Arrest
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:VCO POSSESSION OF DANGEROUS WEAPONS Arrest
On the above date and time, Sergeant Salvatore Fusco, Officers Joseph Rivera, Yvon Jean-Jacques, Patrick Canty, and I, were dispatched to Trum Field, 540 Broadway, for a red Toyota 4 Runner occupied with four individuals in which one of the occupants had a firearm.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:VCO POSSESSION OF DANGEROUS WEAPONS Arrest
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:OUI Arrest
On the above date I was working in marked unit East Four when I was dispatched to the intersection of Cross Street and Pearl Street for a motor vehicle accident at the request of the Somerville Fire Department.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:OUI Arrest
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:B&E of a Motor Vehicle
The following is a summary of facts related to incident #15026615.
On the listed date and time I, Officer Mark Pulli badge #311, was assigned to Patrol Area East-1 and operating marked cruiser 871 in full uniform. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:B&E of a Motor Vehicle
Somerville Police Department Arrest Log 6/9/15-6/14/15
BROADWAY
MARUJO , MATTHEW
30 LINDEN STREET SOMERVILLE MA
B AND E VEHICLE BOAT NIGHTTIME
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2015 Somerville/Medford Blessing of The Fleet
Top photo:Father Paul of Saint Rafael’s Parish.
Photos by Krissy Dunne Ali and Anna Rebelo
By William Tauro
This past Sunday, a parade of boaters made their way up river for the “2015 Annual Blessing of the Fleet” ceremonies that took place on the Somerville and Medford Harbors in the Mystic River.
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Prosecutor: Oregon’s Obamacare Snowden Free to Go by Neil McCabe
The man playing the role of Edward Snowden in the $300 million Oregon production of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act will not rot in prison for blowing the whistle on former governor John A. Kitzhaber—who in this Left Coast drama was playing the role ofHillary R. Clinton. Continue reading Prosecutor: Oregon’s Obamacare Snowden Free to Go by Neil McCabe
The Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week Ward 6 School Committee Person Paul Bockelman
Mr. Bockelman has represented Ward Six on the School Committee since 2006. He draws from his substantial experience working with communities and currently serves as the Director of Administration and Finance at the Massachusetts Municipal Association, a non-profit organization that advocates on behalf of Massachusetts cities and towns. Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week Ward 6 School Committee Person Paul Bockelman
Somerville’s Top Voted Real Estate Agent Walks The Walk for Easter Seals
Congratulations to Somerville’s Patricia Ng of Century 21 Commonwealth who is participating in this year’s Easter Seals Walk on June 20th.
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Somerville Welcomes Julian Robert Piacentini
Julian Robert Piacentini born May 30th 2015 at 7:51pm at Melrose/Wakefield Hospital
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Somerville Remembering Sal and Florence Ciccariello
The Somerville News Weekly would like to acknowledge the passing of Florence Ciccariello on May 10th and that of her husband Salvatore Ciccariello on June 5th. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Sal and Florence Ciccariello
Somerville’s Squeezebox Slam 2015 Takes to the Streets
It was time to once again to dust off your accordion and take to the streets.
Continue reading Somerville’s Squeezebox Slam 2015 Takes to the Streets
Somervillians Representing Somerville at the 2015 Denver All American City Convention
Two Somerville Police officers, Paul Anderson and Yvon Jean-Jacques Jr along with twenty nine Somerville civilians with Somerville ties traveled to Denver Colorado this week to represent Somerville at the All American City Convention.
Somerville City, Police, Fire Statement on Assembly Sq. Construction Accident
Statement from City of Somerville, Somerville Police Department, and Somerville Fire Department
June 12, 2015
Continue reading Somerville City, Police, Fire Statement on Assembly Sq. Construction Accident
Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Press Organizational Updates & Information
Foundations of Knowledge Lecture Series – Starting Monday, May 18th –at our Holland Street Center. An educational program that brings a series of low-cost, themed lectures to you each month. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Press Organizational Updates & Information
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 40 -Report No. 23 June 12, 2015
THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on roll calls from debate on the $38.1 billion fiscal 2016 state budget. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 40 -Report No. 23 June 12, 2015
MMA Safety & Education Update: Massachusetts Public Service Announcements airing concerning Drinking & Riding
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety & Security has begun airing a series of “Ride Sober” Public Service Announcements. Continue reading MMA Safety & Education Update: Massachusetts Public Service Announcements airing concerning Drinking & Riding
Results from Olde Magoun Saloon “Jimmy Gray Memorial 5Km” June 4, 2015
518 Main Street
Somerville, Massachusetts 02145
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, June 13, the 164th day of 2015 with 201 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:06 and sunset is @ 8:21. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1777 – The Marquis de Lafayette arrived in the American colonies to help in their rebellion against Britain.
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, June 12, the 163rd day of 2015 with 202 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:06 and sunset is @ 8:21. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1665 – England installed a municipal government in New York, formerly the Dutch settlement of New Amsterdam.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville at Assembly Row:LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston Celebrates Boston Children’s Hospital Walk
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston recreates walk which takes place at Assembly Row this Sunday all out of LEGO® bricks!
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Lance Davis First Candidate to be Certified on Ballot for Ward 6 Alderman Somerville’s Choice for Progressive Leadership in Ward 6
SOMERVILLE - June 11, 2015 The Committee to Elect Lance Davis today announced that Lance Davis is the first candidate to be certified on the ballot for Ward 6 Alderman. Continue reading Lance Davis First Candidate to be Certified on Ballot for Ward 6 Alderman Somerville’s Choice for Progressive Leadership in Ward 6
Somerville and Medford Emergency Training Exercises to be Held at Tufts, Monday, June 15
On Monday, June 15th, the university along with Somerville, Medford, and State public safety teams, will conduct a routine emergency preparedness training exercise. Continue reading Somerville and Medford Emergency Training Exercises to be Held at Tufts, Monday, June 15
One Construction Worker Injured and One Dead at Somerville’s Assembly Row Construction Site Accident
Somerville Gets A Rainbow Over Assembly Row
Somerville Chamber of Commerce Women’s Networking Breakfast
Please join us for the Chamber’s inaugural Women’s Networking Breakfast and a fast-paced discussion of its future! Continue reading Somerville Chamber of Commerce Women’s Networking Breakfast
Somerville Welcomes Home PV2 Rivera
June 9th 2015 Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online
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Somerville Remembering Anthony Joseph Miele
Anthony Joseph Miele of Somerville. Fiancee of Robin Legee of Somerville. Loving father of Anthony J. Jr., Samantha Joan, Summer Ryne, Zaiden and Justice. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Anthony Joseph Miele
The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series
Turn your favorite photos into “Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments!”
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Townhall-Gravis Poll Puts Kelly Ahead in June 2 MS-1 Special Election By Neil McCabe
The Republican combat veteran of Iraq and district attorney running in the June 2 special election for Mississippi-1 leads Democrat Walter Hunter Zinn Jr., 54 percent to 37 percent, according to a May 28 Townhall/Gravis poll of 509 likely voters.
Continue reading Townhall-Gravis Poll Puts Kelly Ahead in June 2 MS-1 Special Election By Neil McCabe
Your Invited To An Event IN MEMORY OF “PAUL J. CARUSO” to Benefit WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT
Paul J. Caruso Fundraiser
FUNDRAISER for PAUL J. CARUSO
WHEN: October 3, 2015
VENUE:
City Club
20 Innerbelt Rd.
Somerville, MA 02143
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Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray
Photo 1) 4:30 AM. Alex and Felista just returning from working an overnight high school graduation party. Alex reading the palm, Felista analyzing handwriting. http://www.skipmurrayphotography.com/
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Serious Motorcycle Accident McGrath O’Brian Highway Somerville UpperDeck
A chaotic scene in Somerville unfolded as four motorcycles were traveling on the McGrath O’Brian Highway upper deck on Monday night when the last motorcycle believed to be traveling at a high rate of speed in line lost control and hit the side shoulder on the highway’s guardrail.
Continue reading Serious Motorcycle Accident McGrath O’Brian Highway Somerville UpperDeck
The Somerville COA Presents “a Special Pride Movies to Come Out To”
Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Press & Organizational Updates & Information
Foundations of Knowledge Lecture Series – Starting Monday, May 18th –at our Holland Street Center. An educational program that brings a series of low-cost, themed lectures to you each month. A nominal fee of $20. will include five, one-hour long lectures in any one subject area. Or, if you prefer to take in a variety of different subjects, each lecture we present costs $5. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Press & Organizational Updates & Information
SHS Girls Varsity Softball Thanks For A Wonderful Season!
The 2015 Somerville Girls Varsity Softball Team of mixed grades from 10-12 Coached by Tim Hawkins Continue reading SHS Girls Varsity Softball Thanks For A Wonderful Season!
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Larceny Over $250
On the above date and time, I was dispatched to 180 Somerville Avenue, Target, for a detained shoplifter.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Larceny Over $250
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Drug Arrest
The following is a brief summary of the incident. It does not contain every minute detail of the arrest. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Drug Arrest
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Receiving Stolen Property Arrest
On June 5th, 2015 at 0530 hours while in uniform patrol assigned to marked cruiser West Seven along with Officer Berrouet assigned to marked cruiser Sector west, we were dispatched to 20 Gorham St for a report of a suspicious person. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Receiving Stolen Property Arrest
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Shoplifting Arrest
On Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015 I, Officer Kim, was on routine patrol in marked cruiser East 4. At approximately 12:15 pm I was dispatched to Target, located at 180 Somerville Avenue, for a report of an uncooperative female shoplifter in custody. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Shoplifting Arrest
CHRONIC PAIN AND DEPRESSION IN SENIORS by Sharon Fillyaw
Pain is the result of injury. When one experiences pain (and/or illness) over an extended period of time it becomes what is termed “chronic”. Continue reading CHRONIC PAIN AND DEPRESSION IN SENIORS by Sharon Fillyaw
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Open Container/Disorderly Conduct Arrest
The following is a brief summary pertaining to Incident #15025628:
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Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Disorderly Conduct Arrest
On Monday, June 1, 2015, at 2:21 P.M., while assigned to marked unit West-6 I, Officer Moreira was dispatched to Mikes Pizza located at 9 Davis Sq. for a female who appeared to be intoxicated asleep at one of the tables. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Disorderly Conduct Arrest
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, June 8, the 159th day of 2015 with 206 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:07 and sunset is @ 8:19. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN:
1783 – Iceland’s Laki volcano erupted and continued to spew lava for eight more months; more than 9,000 people were killed.
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Somerville Police Department Arrest Log 5/31/15-6/30/15
05/31/2015 13:41:30
84
GRANT ST
SCHURKO , NICHOLAS
900 FELLSWAY MEDFORD MA
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SHS Boys Participation at MIAA All-State Track & Field Championships on 6/6
The SHS Boys Track Team placed 15th at the MIAA All-State Championship meet held Saturday at Fitchburg State University with 14.5 points.
Continue reading SHS Boys Participation at MIAA All-State Track & Field Championships on 6/6
Winter Hill Bank Announces 2015 Scholarship Awards to Somerville High School Students
Photo: Left to right: Sandra McGoldrick, President/CEO of Winter Hill Bank, Ravneet Kaur and Sadia Islam, Somerville High School Students
Winter Hill Bank is pleased to support the 2015 Somerville High School & Highlander Scholarship Programs by awarding $2,500 in scholarships to deserving high school seniors who excel in academics, athletics and community involvement. Continue reading Winter Hill Bank Announces 2015 Scholarship Awards to Somerville High School Students
Somerville Remembering Frank J. Scimone September 30, 1924 – June 1, 2015
Frank J. Scimone–90, A 65-year resident of Somerville died after a long illness on June 1, 2015.
Continue reading Somerville Remembering Frank J. Scimone September 30, 1924 – June 1, 2015
Historic Somerville’s Upcoming Lecture in Your Community
Historic Somerville’s upcoming lecture, this Sunday, June 14th, from 2-3PM at the Somerville Museum. The title of the talk is “The Art Glass of the Union Glass Company, Somerville, 1893-1927”.
Continue reading Historic Somerville’s Upcoming Lecture in Your Community
SomerStreets Carnaval 2015
The SomerStreets Carnaval” took place along East Broadway this past Sunday promoting active living and reconnecting with city neighborhoods.
SomerStreets is the City of Somerville’s take on the internationally-renowned Open Streets concept that closed busy city streets to vehicles and opening them up for cycling, walking, dancing, running, and other modes of activity.
Continue reading SomerStreets Carnaval 2015
Somerville Resident Gets Scalp Autographed By The Gronk
Photographed is Amanda Roderick of Somerville being autographed by New England Patriot Rob Gronkowski.
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SHS Student Places 4th MIAA State Finals
Gabrielle Etienne placed 4th in the Shot Put at the MIAA State Finals on Saturday at Fitchburg State College. Gabrielle’s best throw of 38′ 4 1/2″ came on her second to last attempt. Gabrielle will represent Somerville High and Massachusetts in the New England High School Championships on Saturday June 13 at Thornton academy in Saco Maine.
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 40 – Report No. 22
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on roll calls from debate on the $38.1 billion fiscal 2016 state budget. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 40 – Report No. 22
The Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week Somerville Superintendent of Schools Tony Pierantozzi
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, June 7, the 158th day of 2015 with 206 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:07 and sunset is @ 8:18. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1494 – Spain and Portugal signed the Treaty of Tordesillas, agreeing to divide the New World between them.
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Thank You Somerville Fire Department For All That You Do!
Somerville Public Schools Upcoming Events
A look at some of the events/activities in the Somerville Public Schools that are taking place in the coming weeks
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Somerville High School Students Earn CNA Certification
On Wednesday, May 13th, nine Somerville High graduating seniors from the CTE Health Careers Program earned their Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification by passing a two-part CNA Exam which consisted of a written and a practical exam. A tester from the American Red Cross tested each student. Each student was required to bring in an actor in order to perform their skills. Continue reading Somerville High School Students Earn CNA Certification
Free Summer Meals Program Kicks Off July 6, 2015 in Somerville
Somerville youth ages 18 and under can enjoy FREE summer meals prepared by Somerville’s award-winning Food & Nutrition Services Department, courtesy of the USDA Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Continue reading Free Summer Meals Program Kicks Off July 6, 2015 in Somerville
24 SHS Students Inducted into National Art Honor Society
Twenty-four (24) Somerville High School students were recently inducted into the National Art Honor Society, earning membership after demonstrating commitment and excellence in the visual arts and in their general studies. Continue reading 24 SHS Students Inducted into National Art Honor Society
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, June 6, the 157th day of 2015 with 207 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:08 and sunset is @ 8:16. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1636 – Puritan American colonist Roger Williams, banished from Massachusetts Bay Colony, founded Providence, Rhode Island, a colony with complete religious freedom.
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CALLING ALL TRIVIA ENTHUSIASTS…“WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE” SEARCHING FOR CONTESTANTS IN BOSTON
Auditions to be Held at Hurricane O’Reilly’s on
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
Continue reading CALLING ALL TRIVIA ENTHUSIASTS…“WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE” SEARCHING FOR CONTESTANTS IN BOSTON
Public Announcement on Braves’ Plans
As some of you know our Club, the Boston Braves F.C., is a World Leader in senior soccer affairs. As such it has established strong relationships with the top Clubs in the world like Manchester United, Real Madrid, F.C. Barcelona F.C. Bayern Munich, Chelsea F.C, A.C. Milan, etc.
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I Want You To Come To Your Census
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, June 5, the 156th day of 2015 with 208 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:08 and sunset is @ 8:17. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN:
1783 – Joseph Montgolfier and Jacques Montgolfier publicly demonstrated their hot-air balloon in a 10-minute flight in France.
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2015 Taste of Somerville Struts It’s Stuff
By William Tauro
The Taste of Somerville in Davis Square Featured 60+Notable Restaurants, Breweries and Wineries this past Wednesday evening.
Continue reading 2015 Taste of Somerville Struts It’s Stuff
June at the Armory Somerville
Well, it may have taken a while but summer seems to have arrived. As Mark Twain famously said, “If you don’t like the weather in New England now, just wait a few minutes,” and that has certainly been the case around here lately. Continue reading June at the Armory Somerville
Upcoming benefit 5K in Davis Square to honor memory of 6-year-old Somerville resident
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, June 4, the 155th day of 2015 with 209 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:08 and sunset is @ 8:16. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1717 – The Freemasons were founded in London.
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2015 SHS Graduation
Missing Somerville Dog Found
Community Note: Hoyt Sullivan Playground Community Meeting June 8
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 5 Alderman Mark Niedergang, and the Office of Strategic Planning and Continue reading Community Note: Hoyt Sullivan Playground Community Meeting June 8
SHS Students Awarded IBEW Local 103 Scholarships
Somerville High School Students Awarded IBEW Local 103 Scholarships to Five-Year Apprentice Program
Ryan Mercier, Anthony Vallesio enter apprentice program at Bent Electric
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#SOMERBLISS KICKS OFF SUMMER TO ENCOURAGE LOCAL DINING AND SHOPPING
Social media campaign in June to officially launch summer and support Somerville businesses
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Did Somerville High School Make History on “World Record Day”?
How can high school students leave a legacy at one of Massachusetts’ oldest public schools?
By breaking the world record for “most arm-linked people to stand up simultaneously.”
Continue reading Did Somerville High School Make History on “World Record Day”?
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, June 2, the 153rd day of 2015 with 211 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:10 and sunset is @ 8:14. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1774 – The Quartering Act, requiring American colonists to allow British soldiers into their houses, was reenacted.
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Connections: A Newsletter from the Somerville Public Schools – June 1, 2015
Congratulations Somerville High School Class of 2015 graduating seniors, and good luck on your future endeavors!
Continue reading Connections: A Newsletter from the Somerville Public Schools – June 1, 2015
Somerville News Weekly Customer Appreciation Month
Here at Somerville News Weekly Customer Appreciation Month is Celebrated Everyday!
Thank you Somerville for making us your #1 local news source!
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June 2nd 2015 Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online
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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.
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Somerville by Design: Winter Hill Planning Meeting
Somerville by Design Winter Hill continues Tuesday with a discussion of next steps, a schedule for future work, design and policy ideas being pursued for the plan, the Central Broadway Streetscape Project, and how this all relates to a revitalization plan in Winter Hill. Come by the Healey School at 6:30pm to weigh in.
Alderman Dennis Sullivan to hold neighborhood mobile office hours next three Saturdays
Sullivan will make stops across city to hear from residents
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Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray
Photos 1,2,3, Rainy Day, Walnut St Continue reading Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray
Welcome to Inner City Baseball, SOMERVILLE THUNDER
Hey, there is a new, exciting brand of high level baseball being played in our Somerville town. It is called The Somerville Thunder, of the Inner City League.
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Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 40 -Report 21
THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on roll calls from debate on the $38.1 billion fiscal 2016 state budget. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 40 -Report 21
Somerville Family Aims To Turn Heartache into “Hope and Awareness” For Others
Somerville, MA – Almost immediately after their son Ryan’s death, the Harrington family felt compelled to channel all of their love for Ryan and the insurmountable pain of losing him into something positive for the community. “When we lost Ryan we were broken, we still are, but life keeps moving and so we must too, in a positive way for ourselves and for Ryan” said Ryan’s father Dave Harrington. Continue reading Somerville Family Aims To Turn Heartache into “Hope and Awareness” For Others
CITY’S SOMERSTREETS PROGRAM RETURNS FOR SUMMER 2015
Kicking off with “Carnaval” along East Broadway, SomerStreets promotes active living, reconnecting with city neighborhoods
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Somerville Seeking Residents to Test New City Website on June 3 and 4
On Wednesday, June 3 and Thursday, June 4, we still have room for Somerville residents to sign up to take a sneak peek at an early prototype of the all-new http://www.SomervilleMA.gov, and share their ideas to make it better.
Continue reading Somerville Seeking Residents to Test New City Website on June 3 and 4
Somerville High School Boys Track News
Our team competed at the MIAA Eastern Mass Division 1 Track & Field Championship Meet on Saturday at Lowell’s Cawley Stadium (photos from Newton Sports attached)
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Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Saks 5th Ave at Assembly Row
On Saturday, May 30, 2015, I was on duty and assigned to the Assembly Row area as Unit A-2. At approximately 6:12PM, I was dispatched to the Saks Off 5th store (300 Canal Street) on a reported larceny. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Saks 5th Ave at Assembly Row
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:shoplifting and three counts of assault with a dangerous weapon ,the weapon being a knife
I was in uniformed patrol in East 2.I was dispatched to 400 Somerville Ave the Market Basket for a shoplifter who had threatened the employees and was being followed by store employees. I responded with Officer Guillen. The suspect had also threatened to cut the employees when they tried to stop him.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:shoplifting and three counts of assault with a dangerous weapon ,the weapon being a knife
Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Carrying a Firearm Without a License and Possession of Class D (Marijuana) With Intent to Distribute
NERIS A CALDERON ////JERSON MERINO Arrests
May 25, 2015 at 10:22 p.m., while on duty, I observed a black Honda CR-V with Massachusetts registration 1CL679 traveling south on Central Street near the intersection of Highland Avenue in Somerville. Without signaling, the vehicle abruptly pulled onto the sidewalk in a hazardous manner.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Carrying a Firearm Without a License and Possession of Class D (Marijuana) With Intent to Distribute
Somerville Police Department Arrest Log 5/25/15-5/31/15
CENTRAL ST
CALDERON , NERIS
43 BROADWAY SOMERVILLE MA
VCO POSSESSION OF DANGEROUS WE
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, June 1, the 152nd day of 2015 with 212 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:10 and sunset is @ 8:13. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1485 – King Matthias of Hungary took Vienna in his conquest of Austria (from Frederick III) and made the city his capital.
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Coakley is Wrong to Champion ‘Chip and PIN’ Fits-All-Solution By Neil McCabe
Martha Mary Coakley, recently hired at the liberal Boston law and lobbying firm Foley Hoag, has come out swinging for mandatory “Chip-and-PIN” systems for debit and credit cards.
Continue reading Coakley is Wrong to Champion ‘Chip and PIN’ Fits-All-Solution By Neil McCabe