On Wednesday, November 9th, 2016, I, Officer Devin Schneider, was in full uniform while assigned to the Assembly Square unit. The following report is a summary of the events that I witnessed, as they pertain to incident #16071174:

  Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Rasheed SUAREZ (Larceny, Resisting Arrest & Boston Warrant) →

On November 8, 2016, I, Officer Tim Van Nostrand, was on duty and assigned to uniform patrol in marked cruiser East 1. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Raveena JAGHOO (Unlicensed Operation of MV, Attaching Wrong MV Plates, Unregistered MV) →

11/08/2016 09:00:17

JOY ST

JAGHOO , RAVEENA

44 FLORENCE ST SOMERVILLE MA

ATTACHING WRONG MOTOR VEHICLE Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 11/7/16-11/14/16 →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, November 14, the 319th day of 2016 with 47 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:34 and sunset is @ 4:23. The Full Beaver Moon is exact @ 8:52 AM EST. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1832 – The first streetcar went into operation in New York City, NY. The vehicle was horse-drawn and had room for 30 people.&nbsp Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Photos by Mike Moccia

By William Tauro 

An early morning motor vehicle accident on Route 16 in Medford slowed down incoming and outgoing Somerville traffic down to a halt. 
Continue reading Early Monday Morning Motor Vehicle Accident →

Dear Editor,

I walked in my first Relay For Life for my grandparents, diagnosed within 2 years of each other with breast cancer and leukemia. Ten years later, I joined the event in a different capacity: as a survivor. Continue reading Letter to the Editor:Relay For Life event →

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join the SCOA’s email group – The email group is for Somerville Council on Aging Seniors and / or Caregivers who are interested in the latest information on resources, events, programming, etc…in and around the Somerville area. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Organizational Updates & Information →

By Frank Santanglo

Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Dan Futrell

Dan Futrell represents Ward 2 on the Somerville School Committee. He serves as the Chair of the Rules and Finance Committees and is focused on balancing social and emotional learning against the traditional requirements within math and english instruction. Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Special Person of the Week:Dan Futrell →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, November 13, the 318th day of 2016 with 48 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:32 and sunset is @ 4:24. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1775 – During the American Revolution, U.S. forces captured Montreal.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Photos by Kim Moss

By William Tauro 

This past Saturday night, Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone hosted his “Third Annual Thanksgiving with the Mayor” event. 

A scrumptious turkey dinner with all the trimmings was served to the seniors along with dancing, raffles prizes and plenty of festive holiday music.  Continue reading Joseph Curtatone’s 3rd Annual Somerville Seniors Thanksgiving Event With The Mayor →

Join us for a West Branch Library Community Meeting on Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m., at the Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Ave. At the meeting you can get updates from the project team and library staff on the plans to renovate the library, ask questions, and provide feedback. For more information, please call the Capital Projects and Planning Department at 617-625- 6600 ext. 5120.

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, November 12, the 317th day of 2016 with 49 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:25 and sunset is @ 4:31. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1799 – Andrew Ellicott Douglass witnesses the Leonids meteor shower from a ship off the Florida Keys.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Photos by Skip Murray

By William Tauro 

Each year for the past four, members associated with Historic Somerville, the Somerville Museum, and the City’s Historic Preservation Commission have organized a brief event to help honor some of Somerville’s oldest veterans, from the American Revolution and the War of 1812 who are buried in the City’s historic Milk Row Cemetery on Somerville Avenue. Continue reading Somervillle’s Veterans’ Day Ceremony at Milk Row Cemetery →

By Bob Katzen 

   THE HOUSE AND HOUSE: There were no roll calls in the House and Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the number of times each representative sided with Gov. Charlie Baker on his 211 vetoes of items in the 2016 session. Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 41 – Report No. 45 November 7-11, 2016 →

This past week, Somerville Police Department Honor Guard Officers Brian Pavao, Al Gee, Randy Isaacs, and Tim Van Nostrand in #NYC for the funeral of Sgt. Paul Tuozzolo NYPD Today we pay our respects and salute Sgt. Tuozzolo. 
http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2016/11/10/nypd-sgt-paul-tuozzolo-funeral/

From Nov 11 to 19, Somerville will be the Center of the Comedy Universe! 
    The Boston Comedy Festival, now in its 17th year, will have something for everyone. The festival includes both famous and soon-to-be famous comedians, the latter vying for the top spot of the $10,000 Comedy Contest.  Continue reading Boston Comedy Festival 11/11-11/19 in Davis Sq. All next week! →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, November 11, the 316th day of 2016 with 50 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:30 and sunset is @ 4:26. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1620 – The Mayflower Compact was signed by the 41 men on the Mayflower when they landed in what is now Provincetown Harbor near Cape Cod. The compact called for “just and equal laws.”  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

WHO: Spartan Race is the number one obstacle course race company in the world. This year there are over 1 million global participants at 170 events in 25+ countries with more than 5 million passionate social media followers. Spartan also has the popular NBC television series The Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge.
Continue reading SPARTAN RACE TAKES OVER FENWAY PARK VETERANS DAY WEEKEND →

By Neil McCabe

Hillary Clinton lost the 2016 presidential election because she never made the pivot to become the champion of reform. In the primaries, her daughter Chelsea tested out some criticism of Obamacare, but the challenge from Sen. Bernie Sanders was too close, but they lost their nerve. Right before the “Access Hollywood” tape dropped Columbus Day weekend, President William J. Clinton, the nominee’s husband tested out a new line of attack against Obamacare–and it freaked me out. Continue reading Why Clinton Lost →

November 10 public hearing on the need for a CBA to prevent displacement
Who: Union United, coalition of residents, labor unions, business and religious leaders, and nonprofits
What: Public Hearing on Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs)
When: Thursday, November 10, 2016, 6:30-7:30pm Continue reading Union Square Coalition Calls for Community Benefits Agreement in Somerville, Mass →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, November 10, the 315th day of 2016 with 51 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:29 and sunset is @ 4:27. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1775 – The U.S. Marines were organized under authority of the Continental Congress. The Marines went out of existence after the end of the Revolutionary War in April of 1783. The Marine Corps were formally re-established on July 11, 1798. This day is observed as the birth date of the United States Marine Corps.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

To the people who are “crushed” and won’t recognize Trump as President – you are the problem, not a guy who obviously has the support of enough of the country to get elected. Continue reading Reality Bites by James A. Norton →

This week’s Somerville News Weekly Aerial Ville Photos Series “The Ville From Above”

In honor of Election day I sent up the patriotic news drone for some lovely foliage pics over Somerville to take your minds off the hoopla. Continue reading The Ville From Above Photos by Frank Santangelo →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, November 9, the 314th day of 2016 with 52 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:28 and sunset is @ 4:27. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1857 – The “Atlantic Monthly” first appeared on newsstands and featured the first installment of “The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table” by Oliver Wendell Holmes.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Please click on link below to read:November 8th, 2016 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online: november-8th-2016-the-somerville-news-weekly-print-edition-online

-Two elderly residents have been scammed over the last 3 weeks-

(Woburn, MA) It has come to our attention that individuals posing as representatives from 1-800-ASPHALT are targeting elderly homeowners in the Somerville, MA area to contract residential driveway paving jobs. Continue reading Letter to the Editor:Somerville Area Homeowners Being Targeted by Driveway Paving Scam →

Visit more of Skip’s photos on his website: Continue reading Pictures of The Week Series by Skip Murray →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, November 8, the 313th day of 2016 with 53 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:26 and sunset is @ 4:29. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1793 – The Louvre Museum, in Paris, opened to the public for the first time.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Starting today, the speed limit in Somerville is 25 mph (unless otherwise posted). Thanks to recently passed State legislation, cities and towns can opt to decrease speed limits to 25 mph (Somerville’s citywide speed limit had previously been 30 mph) and 20 mph in safety zones. Continue reading Somerville’s New Citywide Speed Limit 25 MPH →

Fiscal year 2017 is a State Department of Revenue (DOR) required Revaluation or Certification year for the Somerville Board of Assessors. Continue reading Important FY 2017 Revaluation Information →

Turn your favorite photos into “Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments!”

Sent in by our readers!
Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series →

Saturday, December 3 at 6 PM – 10 PM

Holiday Inn, Somerville

30 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts 02143 Continue reading Toys for Local Children Annual Fundraiser →

I, Officer Roger Desrochers, report the following summary of events based on direct and indirect interview with the persons named. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Welliston MEDEIROS (Unlicensed Operation of MV & Medford Warrant) →

On Tuesday November 1, 2016 while on full uniformed patrol, I officer Patrick Canty was working for the Alpha unit patrolling the Assembly Square Mall. I received a call on my department issued cell phone from an unidentified member of the Assembly Mall private security. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Momadou DARBOE (Disorderly Conduct & East Boston Warrant) →

Our condolences go out to the Santangelo, Knox and Oliphant families for the loss of Tracy.  Continue reading Somerville Remembering Tracy (Santangelo/Knox) Oliphant →

306 DUDLEY STREET ROXBURY MA

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REGISTRATION SUSPENDED, OP MV

11/01/2016 15:35:27 Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log (10/31/16-11/07/16) →

Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Gina Nascimento, Johnathan Nascimento, Peggy Foley Arbeene, Michele Nichol, Rosann Di Mille Pearson, Cheryl Bertocchi, Wade Souza, Mark Haley Sr., Bill Brown, Adita Vazquez, Bruna Braga, Sheila MacEachern, Jennifer Davidson Hernandez, Amy Rose Clark, Allie Clingan, Alexa Rose Piet, Chis Bremis, Kristyna Ferrara, Brenda Anderson and Aunt Nancy 
Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week  →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, November 7, the 312th day of 2016 with 54 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:25 and sunset is @ 4:30. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1637 – Anne Hutchinson, the first female religious leader in the American colonies, was banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony for heresy.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

By Frank Santangelo 

Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Daniel Bussey

Daniel Bussey, now 18 years old, has been a resident of Somerville his whole life. Those of you that know Daniel’s personality have felt the love he shows. Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Special Person of the Week:Daniel Bussey →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, November 6, the 311th day of 2016 with 55 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:24 and sunset is @ 4:31. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1789 – Father John Carroll was appointed as the first Roman Catholic bishop in the United States of America.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Here are your 2016 Amateur Softball Association ASA 10U Fall Ball Champions. Coach Paul French led the Somerville Tsunami to a 13- 5 victory over the Charlestown Townies on Saturday. Basically the Tsunami said “see ya later Townies like it was 1842.” Job well done girls. #villenpride

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, November 5, the 310th day of 2016 with 56 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:22 and sunset is @ 5:32. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1605 – The “Gunpowder Plot” attempted by Guy Fawkes failed when he was captured before he could blow up the English Parliament. Guy Fawkes Day is celebrated every November 5th in Britain to celebrate his failure to blow up all the members of Parliament and King James I.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Join Somerville Local First and over 40 local vendors at Arts at the Armory on Sunday, November 27th for a day of local holiday shopping. Continue reading Somerville Local First Holiday Market →

By Frank Santangelo 

Our condolences go out to the Leary family on the recent passing of Dennis. 
Dennis was a very nice gentleman who was taken too soon. A lifelong Somerville resident who attended class at St. Clements School.  Continue reading Somerville Remembering Dennis Leary →

By William Tauro 

This past Saturday, residents,  elected officials as well as police offices took part in the annual  “Lets Clean Up East Somerville” work party event that took place on Broadway.  Continue reading Somerville Ward 1 Alderman Matthew McLaughlin Lets Clean Up East Somerville  →

 
UPCOMING EVENTS

Ageless Grace: Ageless Grace, the Council on Aging’s new Fitness class for the body and mind. A 5-week series, held at 4:00 p.m. at the Holland Street Center – the Ageless Grace program is an innovative wellness and fitness program done seated in a chair to upbeat music. Classes are playful, imaginative and different every time. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Organizational Updates & Information →

By Bob Katzen 
   
THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House and Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the number of times each senator sided with Gov. Charlie Baker on his 207 vetoes of items in the 2016 session. Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 41 – Report No. 44 October 31 – November 4, 2016 →

Learn the Dutch Reach. Help prevent accidents on the Bike Lanes. Reach with your far hand to open car doors.

City speed limits reduced to 25 mph unless otherwise posted

SOMERVILLE – As of Monday, November 7, new speed limit signs will be up at city entrances and lower speed limits will be in effect across the City of Somerville. Continue reading LOWER SPEED LIMIT GOES INTO EFFECT NOVEMBER 7 IN SOMERVILLE →

Our condolences go out to the Stotik family for the passing of Ruth. Ruth was a wonderful person and she will be sadly missed by many especially here in Somerville.  Continue reading Somerville Remembering Ruth “Ruthie” (Enos) Stotik →

Naveo Credit Union employees dressed up in Halloween costumes on Monday, October 31 and raised $300 for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society during their Costumed for a Cure event. Naveo raised funds at their branches in one week and then the funds were matched.
  Continue reading Naveo Credit Union raises $300 for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society during their Costumed for a Cure event →

Pursuant to City Charter Section 8, there will be a Public Hearing before the Board of Aldermen on Thursday, November 10, 2016, at 6:30 PM, in the Aldermanic Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 93 Highland Avenue, on the Order of Alderman William A. White, Jr., Continue reading Somerville:4 BOA public hearings →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, November 4, the 309th day of 2016 with 57 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:21 and sunset is @ 5:34. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1842 – Abraham Lincoln married Mary Todd in Springfield, IL. 
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Giovanni Verani, President of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty, along with John and James Buccelli, Broker / Owners of Prudential Buccelli Real Estate, are excited to announce the partnership of their two companies to offer greater service, technology and market share to the Somerville, Massachusetts marketplace. Continue reading Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty Merges with Prudential Buccelli Real Estate: Excited To Further Expand Into The Massachusetts Marketplace →

2016 John W. Fitzgerald Lifetime Award Recipient Nancy Busnach
Somerville’s business and civic leaders are invited to join: ABG Commercial; Ames Business Park/ JWF,LLC; aMorton Design, Bent Electrical Contractors, Inc; Boys & Girls Club of Medford & Somerville; Bunker Hill Community College; Busnach Associates; Callahan Construction; Cambridge Health Alliance; Continue reading Somerville Chamber’s 70th Annual Dinner & Award Presentation  →

Sunday, Sunday, November 6, 2016

Casey’s • 173 Broadway Somerville, MA 02145

The Cause: Supporting the Team Chase 5k run/walk for Autism supports research, awareness and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism. All proceeds will be donated to Autism Speaks & Somerville Special Ed. Continue reading Team Chase 4th Annual 5k for Autism Speaks & Somerville Special Ed →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, November 3, the 308th day of 2016 with 58 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:20 and sunset is @ 5:35. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1507 – Leonardo DaVinci was commissioned by the husband of Lisa Gherardini to paint her. The work is known as the Mona Lisa.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

November 2, 2016 Update   

I voted early and so have thousands of other ‘Villens. (Somerville City Hall is open for early voting Thursday 8:30 – 7:30 and Friday 8:30 – 12:30.) The polls are open everywhere in Massachusetts on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8th, from 7 am – 8 pm. Continue reading Ward 5 Alderman Mark Niedergang:My recommendations on state & local ballot questions →

By William Tauro 

This past Wednesday November 2nd 2016, marks the 6th anniversary of the day That Somerville Police Detective Mario Oliveira was shot and nearly killed.  Continue reading 6th Year Anniversary of SPD Detective Mario Oliveira Shooting, Saved by an Angel →

Somerville Neighborhood Newscast | #73
Somerville Neighborhood News is a production of Somerville Community Access Television, made by professional journalists, volunteers and staff. This news show’s mission is to provide a lively, informative newscast focusing on the events, issues and information impacting Somerville residents. In the latest episode of Somerville Neighborhood News, we bring you updates on:
Ballot Question 5
Somerville voters will find an extra on their November ballot. Question 5 asks residents to approve a Prop 2 1/2 debt exclusion to fund a new high school. SNN brings you an in-depth look at the move to build a 21st century learning center and what a debt exclusion means for taxpayers. 

Solarize Somerville
As part of the city’s green initiative, Somerville has teamed up with the state on a program to educate, fund and streamline the process of installing solar panels. There’s still time to sign up for an assessment, and join your neighbors in going solar. 

Early Voting in Somerville
For the first time Somerville voters can skip the long lines on November and vote early. We’ve got what you need to know about early voting and the upcoming election. 

Cast your vote for your favorite #1 Somerville choice in each category
Continue reading “The Somerville News Weekly 2016 Best of the Best of Somerville Award” →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, November 2, the 307th day of 2016 with 59 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:19 and sunset is @ 5:36. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1721 – Peter the Great (Peter I), ruler of Russia, changed his title to emperor.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Former Somerville Alderman Kevin Tarpley Recognizing Somerville Election Commissioner Nicholas Salerno →

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Continue reading Halloween in the Ville 2016 Sent in by Our Family of Readers →

Sent in photos by Karen Love of Woodys Liquors on Broadway  Continue reading Somerville Halloween Characters Along Broadway Halloween Night →

By Frank Santangelo 

November means it’s Christmas light season.

Somerville work crews decorating city streets this past Tuesday morning using a bucket truck lift getting ready for the holiday season

Experience LEGO® Star Wars Days™ at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston November 11th – 13th. “LEGO® Star Wars Days™ will feature exciting LEGO® activities guaranteed to bring the spirit of one of the most beloved film series of all time to our very own LEGOLAND® Discovery Center,” said David Gilmore, General Manager. Continue reading May the Force Be With You at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston for LEGO® Star Wars Days™ November 11th-13th →

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Somerville’s own MC Diatribe aka Mark McLaughlin perfectly captures the voice multiple generations in this powerful anthem. Continue reading Somerville Music Artist Mark McLaughlin Makes Hip-Hop Video →

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

CITY TV 13/22

Wednesday, November 2

9:00 AM​Festival de Maíz y Música 

9:32 AM​Deanna Cremin Park Dedication

  Continue reading SOMERVILLE CITY CABLE CONNECTION_City TV (13 RCN/22 COMCAST) & Educational Channel 15 (15) →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, November 1, the 306th day of 2016 with 60 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:17 and sunset is @ 5:37. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Uranus & Venus. The evening stars are Mercury, Neptune & Saturn.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1512 – Michelangelo’s paintings on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel were first exhibited to the public.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Click link below to read November 1st, 2016 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online: november-1st-2016-the-somerville-news-weekly-print-edition-online

Turn your favorite photos into “Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments!”

Congratulations to Co-publisher Jamie and Lynda Norton on the birth of their new Grandson, William! (PS:Nice name)

Sent in by our readers! Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series “Happy Halloween Somerville “ →

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By William Tauro 

This past Monday afternoon, over one hundred Seniors attended the Somerville Council on Aging’s Annual Senior’s Halloween Party at the Winter Hill Yacht Club.  Continue reading 2016 Somerville COA Annual Senior’s Halloween Party at WHYC →

On Friday, October 28th, 2016, I, Officer Devin Schneider, was in full uniform while assigned to the Assembly Square unit. The following report is a summary of the events that I witnessed, as they pertain to incident #16068613:

  Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:David MCGRATH (Shoplifting) →

I, Officer Michael McCarey, report the following summary of events based on direct and indirect interview with the persons named.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Franklin SMITH (Removal of Theft Detection Device, Larceny, Boston & Woburn Warrants) →

On Friday, October 28th, 2016, I Officer Devin Schneider, was in full uniform while assigned to the Assembly Square unit. The following report is a summary of the events that I witnessed, as they pertain to incident #16068620:

  Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Antonio VEGA (Intimidate Witness, Threat to Commit Crime & Boston Warrants) →

On October 27, 2016, I, Officer Tim Van Nostrand, was on duty and assigned to uniform patrol in marked cruiser East 1. At approximately 1:19pm, I was dispatched to Stop & Shop, located at 775 McGrath Highway, for a white male wearing a black fleece checking car doors in the parking lot. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Shawn FALVEY (B&E MV, Receiving Stolen Property) →

On October 24th, 2016, I, Officer Sousa, was on duty and assigned to uniform patrol in the Alpha Unit. At approximately 2:55pm, I responded with Ofc. Schnieder to Kmart for a shoplifter. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:James PARIS (Shoplifting & Malden Warrants) →