GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, December 8, the 342nd day of 2015 with 23 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:00 and sunset is @ 4:11. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mercury, & Saturn. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Saturn.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1765 – Eli Whitney was born in Westboro, MA. Whitney invented the cotton gin and developed the concept of mass-production of interchangeable parts. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Wednesday, December 9th, at 6pm at City Hall, there’s an important public hearing regarding a proposal to require 20% Affordable Housing for all new developments of six or more units in Somerville. Continue reading Tony Lafuente Alderman, Ward 4:Reminder Affordable Housing Hearing
All are invited to a Public Hearing before the Board of Aldermen on Thursday, December 10, 2015, at 7 p.m., in the Aldermanic Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 93 Highland Ave. to provide public input on the issue of economic inequality. Continue reading PUBLIC INVITED TO PUBLIC HEARING ON ECONOMIC INEQUALITY, 12/10
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By William Tauro
A tractor trailer taking a turn at the intersection of Pearl and Walnet Streets took a utility pole down on Monday night. Continue reading Tractor Trailer Takes Down Utility Pole in Somerville
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With any new year comes a clean slate and a chance to take on new goals. For many, resolutions revolve around healthy changes, but experts caution that resolve begins to waver at the end of January — which is why setting specific, realistic goals is proven to be more effective. Continue reading How to Give Your 2016 Resolutions Staying Power
The dusty stereotype of grandparents spending their 70s and 80s in a nursing home is fading fast, replaced by stories of skydiving seniors and engaged elders contributing to their communities. Continue reading Forever Young: How Seniors Can Stay Happy and Healthy at Home
By Sasha Purpura
Surplus food happens. It’s what we do with it that affects our environment, community and economy.
Food waste and food insecurity are both challenges in our society, whereas they could in fact, together, form a solution. Continue reading Waste Not, Want Not, Rescued food provides more than 181,000 meals for Somerville residents
Many Villens celebrating birthdays in the Ville this week! Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Wednesday December 9, 2015 3:30 PM until 4:30 PM at the Somerville Public Library East Branch, 115 Broadway
Join us as we welcome back Library favorite Charlotte Dore and Rosalita’s Puppets for a performance of The Ice Queen. Continue reading Somerville Public Library Presents Rosalita’s Puppets presents The Ice Queen
By William Tauro
A large pile of snow just sitting in a fenced off area in the old incinerator property, now Somerville’s Artfarm that’s located on Linwood Street in Somerville is just a sign of things to come or is it? Continue reading The Mystery of First Sign of Snow in Somerville Where Did It Come From?
Ms Rossetti and others, I know you all are interested in the noise traffic (especially airplanes) in our city and wanted to alert you of a neat survey being conducted by MS Walker, Doctoral Candidate Dept. of Environmental Health Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health. This was primarily done for the city of Boston and then City of Somerville was added. Continue reading Letter to the Editor:Somerville Noise Survey
By William Tauro
This past Saturday night over one hundred people gathered at Somerville Holiday Inn for the 2015 Toys for Local Children Event. Continue reading Somerville Toys for Local Children Annual Christmas Silent Auction Fundraising Event
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, December 7, the 341st day of 2015 with 24 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:59 and sunset is @ 4:11. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mercury, & Saturn. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Saturn.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1431 – In Paris, Henry VI of England was crowned King of France. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
The following is a summary of the details related to this incident.
On December 6, 2015 at approximately 15:15 hours, while assigned as marked unit Alpha-1, Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Shoplifting Hone Depot Somerville
The following is a brief summary of facts surrounding the events which took place on December 5th, 2015, at approximately 7:18 P.M., involving Brent Thomas, the defendant on the matter of Larceny Over $250.00 and XXXXX (Asset Protection Investigator) employed by the Victim, Saks Fifth Avenue store. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Shoplifting Saks Fifth Ave Assembly Row
The following is a summary of the details related to this incident.
On December 5, 2015 at approximately 14:17 hours, while assigned as marked unit Alpha-1, I was in my marked cruiser in the area of 300 Artisan Way. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Failure to stop for police & LICENSE SUSPENDED, OP MV WITH c90 S23
On Saturday, December 5th 2015, I Sergeant Kevin Shackelford was working as Patrol Supervisor in Somerville Marked Unit “S9.” Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:MOTOR VEH, RECEIVE STOLEN c266 S28
I am the primary investigator assigned to this matter. On 12/04 while assigned as Night Detective Supervisor I had occasion to speak with two brothers who had responded to the lobby of the stationhouse to report that they had located what they believed to be XXXXX’s stolen 2015 Bashan, 1.8 horsepower, 49.5 cc, moped/scooter being offered for sale on the ‘OfferUp’ Internet sales site. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Stolen Moped
The following is a brief summary pertaining to Incident #15059325:
The Somerville Police Drug Control Unit has been conducting surveillance in and around the area of the Saint Polycarp Village. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:DRUG, POSSESS TO DISTRIB CLASS A & FURNISHING FALSE NAME OR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
On Monday, November 30, 2015 I received a call for a shoplifter at Star Market on 14 McGrath Highway. Upon arrival, I spoke XXXXX in loss prevention, who stated Ms. Ketra Tatum made two separate trips into Star market and stole cans of baby formula. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Shoplifting at Star Market
By Somerville Attorney Mike Dwyer
Joe and I were roommates at St. Michael’s College in Vermont for three years. When I got to St. Mike’s, Joe was a sophomore, so he graduated a year before me. Joe is from Quincy, his father was a Boston police officer and mine was a Somerville police officer, so we immediately bonded. Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Recognizing a Good Friend, GENERAL JOSEPH F. DUNFORD, JR.
By Frank Santangelo
Dracut Firefighter Tim Grimes, the coordinator, and his crew of Dracut Firefighters have been participating with the Somerville Toys for Local Children organization’s program for the past ten years here in Somerville. Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly’s Special Persons of the Week The Dracut Fire Department
In this edition:
Public Hearing on 20% affordable housing Dec 9 & other key meetings this week
Future of the Green Line Extension (GLX)
Union Square redevelopment plans Continue reading Mark Niedergang, Ward 5 Alderman-December 4, 2015 Update:Public Hearing on 20% affordable housing Dec 9; Green Line; Union Square; Playing Fields
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, December 6, the 340th day of 2015 with 25 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:58 and sunset is @ 4:11. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mercury, & Saturn. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Saturn.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1492 – Columbus discovered Hispaniola (now Haiti) and the Dominican Republic.
1774 – Austria became the first nation to introduce a state education system. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, December 5, the 339th day of 2015 with 26 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:57 and sunset is @ 4:11. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mercury, & Saturn. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Saturn.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1492 – Christopher Columbus discovered Hispaniola (now Haiti). Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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By William Tauro
Somerville held its Annual Holiday Christmas Tree Lighting for 2015 this past Thursday night.
Continue reading Annual Somerville Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2015
By William Tauro
The Somerville Chamber of Commerce hosted it’s annual Chamber’s Special Holiday Business After Hours event this past Thursday evening to benefit Toys for Local Children. Continue reading Somerville Chamber of Commerce Special Holiday Event
by Janine Lotti
“Who knew there were so many citizens with different perspectives and wealth of information on topics old and new?”
This is what Ellen Ellis says when asked about her attendance at the “Foundations of Learning” lectures offered at the Somerville Council on Aging (COA). Continue reading Somerville’s Older Adults Never Stop Learning
Somerville Neighborhood News is a production of Somerville Community Access Television, made by professional journalists, volunteers and staff. The half-hour news show has as its mission to provide a lively, informative newscast focusing on the events, issues and information that impact Somerville residents. Make sure to catch the latest SNN show here! Watch the latest newscast below!
By Bob Katzen
MEMO TO BHRC SUBSCRIBERS: This week’s report is on the 2015 roll call attendance record of your local senators. Some senators may have poor attendance records for a variety of reasons, including health problems or military service. It is something you may want to check out with any of your local legislators who have missed roll call votes. If we can be of further assistance, please feel free to contact us. Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 40 -Report No. 48 December 4, 2015
Secretary Peyser, Mayor Curtatone, Superintendent Skipper help kick off week-long
Somerville Hour of Code 2015 with special event at East Somerville Community School Continue reading Somerville Holds Second Consecutive District-Wide Hour of Code Computer Science Event
Welcome back! We hope everyone had an enjoyable and restful Thanksgiving break. Music is in the air as we head toward the official start of winter. Please join us when you can for a variety of music performances by our students.
Continue reading Connections: A Newsletter from the Somerville Public Schools – December 4, 2015
UPCOMING EVENTS
Cross Street Center – 165 Broadway –There are programs and services for YOU at our Cross Street Center. We have low-cost, healthy, hot lunch program, English Conversation Practice, Creative Arts Programming, Multicultural Programming and Fit-4-Life exercise. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Organizational Updates & Information
As part of the Winter Hill neighborhood planning process, neighborhood residents and business owners are invited to join the City of Somerville’s Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development for the unveiling of the recent “tactical urbanism” strategies with Team Better Block. Continue reading Winter Hill “Better Block” Comes to Life December 12, 13
Wednesday, December 9, 6 PM in City Hall – Support more affordable housing in Somerville! Come speak or attend to show support at a Public Hearing about an “inclusionary” zoning proposal to increase from 12 1/2% to 20% the percentage of apartments in new developments (minimum 6 units) that must be permanently affordable. Continue reading Mark Niedergang Ward 5 Alderman Update
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, December 4, the 338th day of 2015 with 27 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:56 and sunset is @ 4:11. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mercury, & Saturn. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Saturn.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1783 – Gen. George Washington said farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Leading by Learning & Fostering Trusted, Respectful HVACR Relationships
Somerville, MA – ABCO HVACR Supply + Solution’s ABCO University is hosting its 9th Annual Vocational Field Day on December 10, 2015 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at its 10 First Avenue, Somerville office and distribution center. Continue reading ABCO University’s 9th Annual Vocational Field Day: December 10
Survivor Theatre Project and In Divine Company, with wearables designer Jen Krava, have piloted “Moving Towards Liberation: Healing and Resisting Sexual Harassment through Dance & Design,” a community workshop for survivors, allies, artists, activists, and community members to address sexual harassment drawing from the personal and connecting to the systemic oppressions that reinforce it. Continue reading MOVING TOWARDS LIBERATION – A COMMUNITY BENEFIT PERFORMANCE in Somerville
Come and join us at our Somerville Lions Club Annual Holiday Party
Tuesday December 15th at 6:15 PM at the Mount Vernon Restaurant
located at 14 Broadway in Somerville.
Entertainment:
The Amazing Voice and Performance of “Strictly Sinatra by Dom Catino” singing all your favorite songs from the past! Continue reading Somerville Lions Club Annual Holiday Party & Dinner Show
December at the Armory
We’re in the homestretch of 2015, folks! What a year it’s been. We’re thrilled to be rounding things out with a lot of “good vibes” events — tonight’s #GivingTuesday Somerville party, for example. We’ve also got another Soundproofing Benefit Concert as well as a ton of local gift markets, music, and more! Join us, won’t you? The more the merrier!
Soundproofing Benefit Concert
Friday, December 11, 7:30pm-10pm in the Hall
It’s your last chance in 2015 to help us work towards our $50,000 goal to soundproof the Performance Hall. Soundproofing will allow us to bring in an even wider arrange of musical and theatrical events. Continue reading Arts At The Armory December Events
Foster Grandparents wish everybody a Happy Hannuka, Merry Christmas and a year full of health and peace.
Representatives from the Massachusetts Motorcycle Association will be on hand Thursday, December 3, 2015 to testify before the Joint Committee on Transportation in favor of 7 bills concerning motorcycle license plates for Veterans and Firefighters. The public hearing will be conducted at 2:00 PM in room B-1 at the Massachusetts State House. Continue reading MMA To Testify On Motorcycle License Plates Bills
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, December 3, the 337th day of 2015 with 28 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:55 and sunset is @ 4:12. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mercury, & Saturn. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Saturn.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1792 – The trial of France’s King Louis XVI began. He was eventually put to death for the 33 charges. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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Somerville native Stephen Ferreira who grew up across from the Winter Hill Community School and attended N.E Jr High and graduated Somerville High Class of 86 was recognized for doing a good deed on the job in Florida. Continue reading Former Somerville/Winter Hill Resident Police Officer Recognized for Good Deed in Florida
The holiday season kicks off in Somerville this week and continues through the month with some of our favorite holiday traditions. Continue reading Somerville Holiday Events
Photos by Frank Santangelo
GivingTuesday is the first Tuesday in December (this year that’s December 1!), and it is an annual global day of giving that helps to raise funds and awareness for important causes everywhere. Continue reading Somerville-SO WHAT IS GIVINGTUESDAY?
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, December 2, the 336th day of 2015 with 29 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:54 and sunset is @ 4:12. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mercury, & Saturn. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Saturn.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1804 – Napoleon was crowned emperor of France at the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. 1816 – The first savings bank in the U.S., the Philadelphia Savings Fund Society, opened for business. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
There are two upcoming changes to weigh in on Union Square and help shape the public benefits strategy for development in the neighborhood. Continue reading How Do You See The Future Of Union Square?
School partnering with Lesley University Graduate School of Education to create hands-on learning space focused on Science and Inquiry-based learning
Continue reading Kennedy School to Launch Makerspace/Innovation Lab
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Please join the ‘visiting veggies’ this Saturday at the Somerville Early Childhood Literacy Fair at the Healey School. See What’s Happening for details.
Continue reading Connections: A Newsletter from the Somerville Public Schools
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, December 1, the 335th day of 2015 with 30 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:53 and sunset is @ 4:12. 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: 1835 – Hans Christian Andersen published his first book of fairy tales. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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I’m starting to take a look at the streets in Ward 4 that are most in need of re-paving, so I can get a list to the administration in time for next year’s re-paving schedule. Continue reading Alderman Tony Lafuente on Street Paving
Naveo staff showcases a few of the bags collected for the food drive.
(Somerville, MA) Naveo Credit Union collected non-perishables during the month of November to benefit the Somerville Homeless Coalition (SHC). Continue reading Naveo Credit Union collects over 25 grocery totes filled with non-perishables to benefit the Somerville Homeless Coalition.
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A festive and peaceful time in our fair city. Continue reading Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray
Sometimes you win, and sometimes you lose…
I start off this week with a sad goodbye to a friend and classmate of mine from way back who sadly lost her battle with cancer this past Sunday. Continue reading Reality Bites by James A. Norton
Have you ever suffered from sticker shock at the pharmacy? You arrive with a prescription from your doctor, but you are told that the medication is not covered and could cost you several hundred dollars. Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Health Tips:Know Your Drug Costs Before You Leave the Doctor’s Office
Four years after the first set of baby boomers hit the retirement age of 65, this segment of America continues to grow at record numbers. In fact, over the next 18 years, boomers will be turning 65 at a rate of about 10,000 a day. Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Health Tips:Climb Stairs Without Hurting Yourself
Donate your unwanted coats!
Contact the Somerville Lions Club at:Somervillelionsclub@yahoo.com or call Somerville Lions Club President Billy Tauro at (617)293-2016 for more info.
By tom Wellings
Choosing a health plan is an important decision, and some simple research can help you get the most for your money. Continue reading Maximize Your Medicare: Research the Right Plan
Driving through neighborhoods this holiday season, you may have noticed that some holiday lights are brighter and more vividly colored than others. Continue reading Brighten Your Holidays With LED Lights
By Chuckles Boss Clown
On January 30 2016 the Clowns will be hosting a recruiting tour of our Boston Hospital. Continue reading THE ALEPPO CLOWNS RECRUITING TOUR AT THE HOSPITAL
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