Click on link to readSeptember 15th 2015 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition OnlineSeptember 15th 2015 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online

   
  
I am not alone when I say Donald Trump is looking better and better every day… Continue reading Reality Bites by James A. Norton →

On August 26, 2015, the SMEA held the second annual political endorsement meeting in its long history. As part of the endorsement process, the candidates had to receive the approval of two-thirds of the Membership present and voting. Our endorsement committee took great care when creating this methodology to ensure it was conducted fairly and honestly, in order to accurately reflect the opinions of a large cross section of our Membership. Continue reading Somerville Municipal Employees Association (SMEA) Political Endorsements of 2015 →

Community members are invited to a meeting about the redevelopment of the former Powder House Community School on Monday, Sept. 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the West Somerville Neighborhood School Cafeteria, 177 Powder House Blvd.
Continue reading Powder House School Redevelopment Community Meeting 9/28 →

Once again, we’re preparing for our annual cyclist and pedestrian count. This count gives us a better idea of where people walk and bike in Somerville and helps guide transportation planning.
Continue reading City of Somerville Annual Cyclist and Pedestrian Count →

   
 
Got a bit more to say than usual for this week’s pictures.

Picture 1. Sunlit Elm at Milk Row Cemetery. 

Picture 2. Shadow on fire escape on Broadway. Continue reading Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray  →

SEPTEMBER ADULT NIGHT  WED. Sept. 16, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

This month, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston’s Adult Night celebrates adults who love to build with a Brick Factor themed event. Continue reading Adult Night Last Chance to Apply to Become the New Master Model Builder LEGOLAND Somerville /Boston →

  
9/14/15: Archie was seen in Medford in the tufts area. DO NOT TRY TO CALL OUT TO OR CHASE ARCHIE, just try to keep an eye on him if you can. Please call the owner or the Medford Animal Control Officer at 781-393-2563.

Missing Male Toy Papillon – Somerville, MA 9-11-15

“Archie” is 2 yrs/4 lbs. with a white body, brown ears, and brown spots on his back. He went missing from Minnesota Ave in #Somerville. Wearing Tags. Archie is VERY SCARED AND NERVOUS AROUND STRANGERS SO PLEASE DO NOT CHASE! Please call his worried owner at 617-212-5168 with any sightings or info

  Continue reading Please Join us for the Somerville Chamber’s next Business Edge Seminar Breakfast →

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

CITY TV 13/22

Wednesday, September 16
Continue reading EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS -SOMERVILLE CITY CABLE CONNECTION City TV (13/22) & Educational Channel 15 (15) →

   
 
Ronald LUND (OUI) Arrest

On September 14th, 2015, I, Officer Goncalves, was in full uniform and assigned to area East 4. At approximately 1:29 a.m., Officer Cicerone, who was also in full uniform and assigned to area East 1, was notified by a citizen that there was a motor vehicle accident at the corner of Medford St. and Pearl St. Officer Cicerone notified dispatch and we both responded to this location. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:OUI Arrest →

   
 
HAROLD PATRICK MOREIRA Arrest

On Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 2:15 A.M., I was travelling east on Pearl Street near the intersection of Cross street when I observed a black Ford Ranger pick-up traveling west on Pearl street, the vehicle had no front license plate. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:RECEIVE STOLEN PROPERTY +$250 c266 S60 →

  
 
09/07/2015 23:14:13

BROADWAY Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 9/7/15-9/14/15 →

   
 
Top photo:Riverfest this past Saturday at Assembly Row was a day full of fun with live local music, dozens of local artists, many free children’s activities, sidewalk sales, and the annual fireworks show over the Mystic River at sundown. Thousands attended and all who did had a great time. Shown here is Aislyn Hodgdon winning the Hula-Hoop contest. Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Photos of the Week →

  
Happy Wedding Anniversary to Joani and George Landers Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series →

  
It’s been a year since we held our first candlelight memorial vigil for those who we have lost to drug overdoses. Sadly, the number of deaths attributed to accidental overdose continues to rise. The state reports that 1,300 people died from drug overdoses in 2014, and many believe that that number is still low. Families all across the commonwealth buried loved ones in the past year, and Somerville is no exception.  Continue reading SOA’s 2nd Annual Candlelight Memorial Vigil 9/15 →

   
 
Foster Grandparents are celebrating its 50th Anniversary of providing love and support to children at schools around the Nation. Somerville/Malden areas are congratulating them for their job well done.

  
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, September 14, the 258th day of 2015 with 106 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:1 and sunset is @ 7:0. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1807 – Former U.S. Vice President Aaron Burr was acquitted of a misdemeanor charge. Two weeks earlier Burr had been found innocent of treason.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

   

 
Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week →

   
 
“Giant Pity Party to turn Somerville into Saddest City in the Nation on Sept. 17” Continue reading Here’s this Week’s Somervillen Voice of The Week” Choice and You Decide! Do we really want to see Somerville sad? Really? →

It’s was never too early to hit the ground running to help a fine community as we have here in Somerville for Vivaldo (Valdo) Meneses Jr, Candidate for Somerville’s Ward 3 School Committee.   Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week Vivaldo Meneses Jr Candidate for Somerville’s Ward 3 School Committee →

   
 
Photo by Frank Santangelo
Hundreds of people with their dogs turned out under cloudy skies this past Sunday at Trum Field for the Somerville’s 2015 Dog Festival.  Continue reading Photos From Somerville’s Dog Festival 2015 at Trum Field  →

  
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, September 13, the 257th day of 2015 with 107 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:1 and sunset is @ 7:0. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1759 – The French were defeated by the British on the Plains of Abraham in the final French and Indian War.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

   
 
Photos by Frank Santangelo

A family friendly environment showcasing a visual timeline of the history of the Hip Hop culture.  Continue reading Somerville’s 2015 Evolution of Hip-Hop Festival in Union Square →

   
 
Fireworks photos by Frank Santangelo
Continue reading Riverfest Fireworks, The Grand Finale of Summer Events at Assembly Row Somerville, Returned for its Eight Edition →

 Dormition Of The Virgin Mary: Annual Greek Food & Music Festival 2015 

  
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, September 12, the 256th day of 2015 with 108 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:1 and sunset is @ 7:0. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1609 – English explorer Henry Hudson sailed down what is now known as the Hudson River.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

   
 
Photos by Frank Santangelo 
By William Tauro 
Somerville’s 9/11 Vigil Walk at Davis Square took place this past Friday night in memory of those who lost their lives during the 911 attack in 2001 on the World Trade Center Towers, on the Pentagon and on Flight 93. Continue reading Somerville’s 911 Vigil Walk in Davis Square  →

   
  
UPCOMING EVENTS

Attention! The Summer hiatus is over! Bowling, Dalcroze Eurhythmics, Yoga and Walking Group are back! Please call Chris Kowaleski at 617-625-6600 ext. 2300 for more information on any of our Health & Wellness programs, start dates and times and for registration. (Flyer attached) Continue reading 9-11-15 Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Organizational Updates & Information →

SHS Class of ’45 Hosts 70-Year Reunion Sunday Sept 13th

Do you know someone who graduated from Somerville High School in 1945? Continue reading What’s Happening at Somerville Public Schools →

Somerville music programs throughout the District are gearing up for another year of music learning and music-making. Free music instruction is offered to SPS elementary students in the following grades: Continue reading Somerville Music Instrument Rental & Loan Programs Kick Off Year of Music-Making →

  
Enrollment for El Sistema Somerville, an intensive afterschool music program under the direction of the Somerville Public Schools Music Department and the Community Schools afterschool program, is under way for the 2015-2016 school year. Continue reading El Sistema Somerville Announces New Leadership, Enrollment Open for 2015-16 →

In her latest Somerville Early Education (SEE) blog post (http://somervilleearlyeducation.blogspot.com/2015/09/the-curriculum-starts-today.html), Somerville’s Director of Early Education Lisa Kuh talks about what curriculum means for young children. “Part of the development of curriculum lies in the relationship between teacher and child, and the transfer of responsibility and ownership from teacher to child. These are elements of good teaching.” Read more about this and find out how early education teachers throughout the Somerville community continued to explore and learn this summer in preparation for the new school year. Visit and subscribe to the SEE blog. For inspiring early education ideas and practices, visit the SEE Pinterest board at https://www.pinterest.com/spschools/see-somerville-early-education/.
 

  
By Bob Katzen 
    MEMO TO EDITORS: The following may be useful to you if you want additional information on local representatives’ 2015 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 40 – Report No. 36 September 11, 2015 →

Somerville State Representatives Christine Barber, Denise Provost, and Tim Toomey and State Senator Patricia Jehlen announced today that the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) has awarded $34,200 to the Somerville Arts Council, as well as $15,000 in a direct grant to the Mystic Learning Center, Inc., a Somerville-operated arts program. Continue reading Somerville Cultural Programs Awarded Grants By MCC →

Entertainment, family-friendly activities continue City’s annual Open Streets festivals from Davis Square to Teele Square on Sept. 20, rain or shine
 

SOMERVILLE – Grab your instrument and your dancing shoes, and get ready to help the City celebrate the latest installment of its SomerStreets series with Strike Up the Bands @ SomerStreets on Sunday, Sept. 20 on Holland St.! Continue reading STRIKE UP THE BANDS @ SOMERSTREETS” RETURNS TO HOLLAND STREET SEPT. 20 →

  
Two great way to get involved in Somerville

Greetings!
It’s been a little while, but I hope you all had a wonderful summer! I wanted to let you guys know about two great opportunities that are just around the corner to get involved in the community. Continue reading What’s New in Ward 2 with Alderman Maryann Heuston →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, September 11, the 255th day of 2015 with 109 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:1 and sunset is @ 7:0. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1297 – Scotsman William Wallace defeated the English forces of Sir Hugh de Cressingham at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

On Saturday stop by the Union Square plaza from 3 to 7 p.m. for The Evolution of Hip-Hop, where fans of all ages can learn more about the history of hip-hop.

Then on Sunday hit the plaza between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. for the Rock and Roll Yard Sale, where you can pick up some new tunes and other fun items.

Both events are part of the Somerville Arts Council’s ArtsUnion fall series.

  
All events in Union Square unless noted otherwise Saturday, Aug 15, 6pm – 10pmIgnite! Global Food & Fire Festival RD Aug 16 Saturday, Sept 12, 3 – 7pmThe Evolution of Hip Hop Festival RD Sept 19…

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Please join us for the annual 9/11 Vigil Walk to honor those who lost their lives in the attacks on the World Trade Centers, the Pentagon, and on Flight 93 in 2001. The walk will step off from the Cedar St. end of the Community Path at 6 p.m. on Fri., Sept. 11, and end with a brief ceremony in Davis Sq.

  
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, September 10, the 254th day of 2015 with 110 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:18 and sunset is @ 7:05. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1608 – John Smith was elected president of the Jamestown, VA colony council.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

The City of Somerville, Somerville Arts Council, and Greg Cook (creator of The Saddest Parade on Earth) will debut the Pity Party, a giant, sad, community festival in Union Square in Somerville, Mass., from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. (Rain date: Sept. 18.) Continue reading Giant Pity Party to turn Somerville into Saddest City in the Nation on Sept. 17 →

  
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, September 09, the 253rd day of 2015

with 111 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:17 and sunset is

@ 7:06. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter,

Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune &

Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 490 B.C. – The Battle of Marathon took place between

the invading Persian army and the Athenian Army. The marathon race was

derived from the events that occurred surrounding this battle. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

   
 
Community Path Extension ribbon cutting, Lincoln Park, bird’s eye view

In this edition:       

Community Path and Green Line Extensions: Good news and bad Continue reading CPX & GLX — Good news and bad; artificial turf wars; traffic calming gets easier; new Fire Dept headquarters? With Mark Niedergang, Ward 5 Alderman →

  
Saturday, September 19, 10am-1pm
Sunday, September 20, 11-2pm
Saturday, October 3, 10am-1pm
Sunday, October 4, 11am-2pm Continue reading Open House for Community Preschool: a new school, with experienced teachers, in Union Square Somerville  →

What: Candlelight Vigil to Honor Syrian Refugee Children #Vigil4Syrians Continue reading Candlelight Vigil in Davis Square Wednesday 9/9 →

Only Ward 6 residents will be voting in preliminary election Continue reading PRELIMINARY CITY ELECTION ON SEPT. 17 →

The all-day celebration, in partnership with The City of Somerville and the Department of Conservation and Recreation, includes live music from local bands, 20 local artisans, free children’s activities, roaming entertainment, a sidewalk sale, and a fireworks show over the Mystic River. Continue reading Riverfest, the grand finale of summer events at Assembly Row Somerville, returns for its eighth edition on Saturday, Sept. 12th →

Beginning Guitar

A 10 week “hands on”, non-technical (no music reading necessary) approach to playing guitar. Course is taught by Jimmy Del Ponte, Youth Arts Coordinator. Only 4 Spots Available! Continue reading Music Lessons Made Easy With  Jimmy Del Ponte →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, September 08, the 252nd day of 2015 with 114 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:16 and sunset is @ 7:08. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1565 – A Spanish expedition established the first permanent European settlement in North America at present-day St. Augustine,FL.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

   
 
Picture 1. Greenville

Picture 2. Back to School
Continue reading Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray  →

Click on link to read September 8th 2015 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online September 8th 2015 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online

  
Congratulations to Gus & Dolly Filosi on their 20th Wedding Anniversary!

Happy 2nd Wedding Anniversary to Jackie and Jason Piques!

Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series →

   
 
Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week →

   
 
Scientists have completed another round of specialized testing that may offer some information on the unidentified toddler found dead on Deer Island this summer, but the results are preliminary and require further study, authorities said last week. Continue reading Massachusetts State Police Need Your Help:Isotope Testing Ongoing for Deer Island Little Girl →

Lucy Barrows, a lifelong Somerville resident who works for the City of Somerville in the Treasury Department.  Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week Lucy Barrows →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, September 07, the 251st day of 2015 with 115 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:14 and sunset is @ 7:10. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1812 – Napoleon defeated the Russian army of Alexander I at the battle of Borodino.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

   
 
Juan BENITO Arrest

On Friday September 03, 2015 at approximately 2000 HRS, dispatch put out a, be on the lookout, (BOLO) for a black BMW, just took exit 29 off Route 93 North and operating erratically. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:OUI Liquor Arrest →

  
All this drama could’ve been avoided only if this person would have just complied with the police office’s requests. The police officer apparently did everything by the book and quite politely doing so as well. But unfortunately the suspect decided to take His own road instead of the high road and created his own chapter in stupidity. 

What’s your take on it?: Continue reading Here’s this Week’s Somervillen Voice Topic of The Week” Choice and You Decide!” (MV Violations & Resisting Arrest) →

   
 
Lais LAUZANE (Disorderly)

On Friday, September 04, 2015 at 1:28 A.M., I was dispatched along with Officer D’Amelio and Sergeant Ward to the intersection of Myrtle Street and Washington Street for a dispute. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Disorderly Conduct →

   
 
Jordan ALVES (Larceny & Ayer Warrants) & Tracie CALDER (Larceny)

On 09/02/2015 at approximately 4:16 PM, I, Officer Albert Gee assigned to Alpha 1 received a phone call on my department issued cell phone from Saks Loss Prevention Manager XXXXX. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Larceny →

  
  
Patrick JANEIRO (Operating MV With License Suspended)

While assigned to S402 as night detective supervisor operating unmarked cruiser, Ma. Reg. 7DF370, I had just left a follow up interview with a victim in a case. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Operating While Under Suspicion  →

  
 
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THREAT TO COMMIT CRIME c275 S2 Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log for 8/31/15-9/7/15 →

60 Minutes …what is the significance of this particular number? 60 minutes is the target maximum intervention time that greatly increases heart attack survival rates and is gradually becoming the new standard of cardiac emergency care nationwide down from the 90 minute previous standard. Continue reading THE SENIOR ADVISOR: 60 Minutes to Life with Sharon Fillyaw →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, September 06, the 250th day of 2015 with 116 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:13 and sunset is @ 7:12. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1620 – The Pilgrims left on the Mayflower from Plymouth, England to settle in the New World. 
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

  
Learn about mental wellness with fun, interactive games lead by The Center for Teen Empowerment, Inc.’s Mental Wellness Ambassadors. Stop by the Somerville Public Library (MA) Central Branch on Tuesday, Sept. 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. to find out more about mental health and enjoy some snacks and games. ‪#‎SomervilleSpeaks

   
 
Last Monday, August 31st, the folks at our Ralph & Jenny Center were getting Fit & Healthy – Doing a little exercise with Chris Kowaleski, our Fitness Instructor and making homemade healthy vegetable pita pizzas with Mimi DelGizzi, our Nutritionist. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Getting Fit & Healthy →

  
‘Tis the season for arts funding
 In addition to LCC grant information to look beyond LCC Funding, the Somerville Arts Council has compiled a list of additional resources to help individuals and organizations fund their projects. Continue reading Resources to Fund Your Project: Looking Beyond LCC Grants →

The Evolution of Hip Hop Festival was created by a group of adults to share positive rap music with families, learn the history of Hip Hop music and to provide knowledge about what Hip Hop brings to our communities. Continue reading The Evolution of Hip-Hop Festival Presented by Somerville Arts Council  →

   
  
UPCOMING EVENTS

The Moonlighters are back – starting Monday, September 14th and running through June, 2016 – Somerville’s Swinging Singing Seniors will be meeting at our Holland Street Center from 10:30 – 11:30 every Monday. Sing One – Sing All – Please contact Connie at 617-625-6600 ext. 2300 if you require additional information. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Organizational Updates & Information →

 As part of ongoing work on McGrath Highway, MassDOT contractors will begin construction next week on Washington St. at the intersection with McGrath Highway that will change traffic patterns in the area. Continue reading Traffic Pattern Changes on Washington St. as of Sept. 8, 2015 →

The City of Somerville invites all community members to join in the annual 9/11 Vigil Walk to honor those who lost their lives in the attacks on the World Trade Centers, the Pentagon, and on Flight 93 in 2001. The walk will step off from the Cedar St. end of the Community Path at 6 p.m. on Fri., Sept. 11, and end with a brief ceremony in Davis Sq. Continue reading Community Note: Annual 9/11 Vigil Walk Scheduled in Somerville →

By William Tauro 

This past Thursday night, Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone hosted a fundraiser for presidential candidate Martin O’Malley. Continue reading Presidential Candidate Visits Somerville →

  
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, September 04, the 248th day of 2015 with 118 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:11 and sunset is @ 7:15. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 0476 – Romulus Augustulus, the last emperor of the western Roman Empire, was deposed when Odoacer proclaimed himself King of Italy.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

By Bob Katzen 
   MEMO TO EDITORS: The following may be useful to you if you want additional information on local senators’ 2015 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 40 -Report No. 35 September 3, 2015 →

  
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, September 03, the 247th day of 2015 with 119 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:10 and sunset is @ 7:17. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1189 – England’s King Richard I was crowned in Westminster.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

  
 Somerville, MA—Stephen G. Burgess, President & Chairman of Somerville’s Credit Union donated his hair for a cancer charity organization in honor of his deceased friend and Air Force 416th Bomb Wing veteran Sam Froy. Sam Froy, who served our country alongside Stephen in the Vietnam War era working on B-52’s under the Strategic Air Command, recently lost to his fight against cancer. 
Anyone interested in donating their hair for such a worthy cause should check out: locksoflove.org orwigsforkids.org.

   
 
WHAT: Union Lunch – Each Friday all summer long, enjoy lunch specials from neighborhood restaurants, live music from local bands, and cool happenings from your favorite Union Square shops and friends. Bring your friends, your coworkers, your kids, and meet us for lunch! Continue reading US2 Announces Friday’s “Union Lunch” Lineup →

  
SOMERVILLE, MA — “Getting Comfortable in the Digital World” Training Kicks off in October at SCATV – New initiative aims to improve resident’s digital and technology skills Continue reading “Getting Comfortable in the Digital World” Training Kicks off in October at SCATV →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, September 02, the 246th day of 2015 with 120 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:09 and sunset is @ 7:18. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are, Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 31 B.C. – The Roman leader Octavian defeated the alliance of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. Octavian, as Augustus Caesar, became the first Roman emperor.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

   
 
Believed to be First of its Kind—

—STEPS Initiative Police Officers to Each Mentor One School Class over 7 year period— Continue reading Somerville Police, Schools Partner for Innovative New Program →

   
 
Charity concert at the Armory will benefit Passim School of Music

  Continue reading Somerville resident to host Sept. 19 benefit concert at the Armory →

   
 
Photos by Jesse Clingan

 
 Somerville Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Chief of Police David Fallon, Superintendent of Schools Mary Skipper and Chief Fire Engineer Patrick Sullivan made an announcement this Wednesday morning in front of the John F. Kennedy School located at 5 Cherry St in Somerville about the Police Youth Partnership Program.

  Beginning this school year, the Somerville Police Department and Somerville Public Schools, in partnership with the City of Somerville and Somerville Fire Department, will announce a unique partnership that seeks to increase relationship-building between public safety officials and young people in the City. The program to be announced is believed to be the first of its kind.

   The Mayor, Superintendent of Schools, and Chiefs of Police and Fire discussed the program’s details, and how it will be implemented beginning on the first day of the 2015-2016 school year.

Members of the Somerville Police and Fire Departments where there in support of the joint efforts. 

Wednesday was officially the first day back to school for students in Somerville.  

 < Continue reading Back To School In The Ville →

On September 10th at 7pm at the First Church Somerville UCC -89 College Avenue all of the candidates, who will face off in the only primary this municipal cycle, have agreed to take part together in a forum. Continue reading Somerville Event Alert—- Candidate Forum with all four people seeking to replace Rebekah Gewirtz Sept 10th →

To Celebrate The New School Year, Workshops
Will Be Offered Free in September & October
 
SOMERVILLE (September 1, 2015)- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston announced today a collaboration with LEGO® Education to provide a unique, high quality learning experience to pre-school and elementary-aged children through their new LEGO® Education Workshops. Continue reading LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston Launches New LEGO® Education Workshops →

  
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, September 01, the 245th day of 2015 with 121 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:08 and sunset is @ 7:20. The moon is wanxing. The morning stars are stars are Mars, Neptune & Uranus. The evening stars are Jupiter, Mercury, Saturn & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1799 – The Bank of Manhattan Company opened in New York City, NY. It was the forerunner of Chase Manhattan.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Click on link to read:September 1st 2015 Somerville News Weekly Print Edition OnlineSeptember 1st 2015 Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online

   
 
Picture 1. That time of the year again.

Picture 2. Central St.

Picture 3. Mural at Broadway Post Office

Picture 4. Happy Critter on Walnut St
Continue reading Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray →

Taste Your Way Through Somerville’s “Other” Culinary Destination
SOMERVILLE –With several years of revitalization under its belt, Somerville’s East Broadway neighborhood is presenting the vibrant flavors of more than a dozen restaurants at the East Broadway Foodie Crawl on Tuesday, September 29th from 6 pm to 8:30 pm. Continue reading East Broadway Foodie Crawl Showcases Revitalized East Somerville Neighborhood →

   
 1). Congratulations to Noelle Spinosa and Michael McCullock on their Wedding Engagement!
 

2). Happy 3rd Wedding Anniversary to Judy and Al Baldasaro!
3). Happy 33rd Wedding Anniversary to Linda and Mark McCabe!

 4). Happy 66th Wedding Anniversary to Mr and Mrs Sicillano
Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series →

   
 
Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Dave Oliveira, Deb Shea Fede, Michael A Gilberg, Anthony Cappy Capobianco, Michael Giacoppo, Krystil Arena Benoit, Arthur Abeilice, Mike Podymaitis, Patty Oppedisano, Nick Papadinis, Lori Ryan Sciurca, Ronald Venancio, Brian McMahon, Jenny Jepson and Happy 12th Birthday to “Ace” the Thunder dog! Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week →

  
Dear Community Leaders,
As you know, the Mayor is looking forward to working directly with members of the community on our efforts to assess and address the issue of institutional racism in Somerville, as part of our support for solving the issues raised by the national Black Lives Matter movement. Continue reading Please join us in assessing and addressing the issue of institutional racism in Somerville →

  
Just a reminder that Sept. 1 is right around the corner and that means lots of moving and new neighbors across the city. If you’re new to Somerville, check out our quick guide that covers some of the basics you’ll need to settle into your new home. If you know someone who is moving to Somerville, do them a favor and point them to our Welcome Page: http://www.somervillema.gov/welcome

The City of Somerville has several job openings right now, including the just posted Director of Finance and Administration position at the Department of Public Works. Follow the link below to see more information on that job and other open positions, and, please, spread the word to anyone you know looking for a job.
 Go to City of Somerville Website: http://www.somervillema.gov/residents/job-postings