GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, February 28, the 59th day of 2017 with 306 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:21 and sunset is @ 5:32. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1827 – The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad became the first railroad incorporated for commercial transportation of people and freight.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

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

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Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Brian Gay, Bernice Laroche, Terri Medeiros, Nora Siciliano, Sean Fitzgerald, Dana Iacopucci, Marilyn Lillis, Stan Dobrowolski, Ed Griffin, Happy 87th Birthday to Jim Fitzgerald and Happy Birthday to little Liam!
Sent in by our readers! Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week  →

LEGOLAND® Parks and LEGOLAND® Discovery Centers to Celebrate The LEGO® Batman™ Movie Around the World With Exclusive Special Event in 2017

Scene-Stealing DC Super Hero to Headline The LEGO® Batman™ Movie Days In Boston Every Weekend in March

  Continue reading The LEGO Batman Movie Days Coming in March to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston/Somerville  →

ONGOING PROGRAMS

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 →

On Saturday February 25, 2017 at approximately 1804, I Officer Randy Isaacs along with Officer Pasqualino was dispatched to 15 McGrath HWY (Sav Mor Discount Liquors) for an individual who just shoplifted from the store. While en route dispatch informed us the individual ran to Twin City Shopping Center and is now located inside Star Market. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Joseph NICOLORO (Shoplifting) at Star Market  →

On February 25, 2017, at approximately 15:40 hours, I, Officer Rivera, while in full uniform and working as Alpha 1, was contacted by Tj Maxx Loss Prevention Detective, XXXXX, via department issued cell phone. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Stefania ACETO (Larceny) →

On 02/24/2017, I Officer Joseph S. Teves was working in full uniform assigned to the Somerville Police Dept. traffic unit. I was performing selective traffic enforcement at the intersection of Washington Street and Webster Ave. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Ronie DEOLIVEIRA (Unlicensed Operation of MV & Wellesley/Framingham Warrants →

On the morning of February 23th, 2017, I was assigned to Uniform Patrol in marked unit East-1. At 1:35 AM, while traveling west bound on Washington Street, a public way in the city of Somerville, I observed a white motor vehicle parked in the rear of the Somerville No Touch Car Wash. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Daniel GRAHAM (Poss. Class B) →

On 02/21/17, I was contacted by Sergeant Capasso who had information that XXXXX, a resident of YY Endicott Ave, was actively using heroin. Shortly after this conversation, Somerville Crime Analyst ZZZZZ issued an SPD Crime Bulletin based on intelligence received from Detective Perrone. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Manuel PEREZ & Jose PENA (PWID A, Conspiracy, Drug Violation Near School) →

On Wednesday, February 22, 2017, while working full uniformed patrol for the Alpha Unit, I (Officer Patrick Canty) was contacted on my department issued cell phone by Off Saks Fifth Ave Loss Prevention Officer, XXXXX. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Denise PEREZ (Larceny) & William DONOVAN (Shoplifting, Poss. Burglarious Instument, Removal of Theft Detection Device)Sals Fifth Ave at Assembly Row →

On Tuesday, 02/21/2017, I, Officer DiFava, was on duty for the Somerville Police operating marked cruiser 871. At approximately 0953 hrs, I was stopped in traffic for the red light at the intersection of Cedar Street and Highland Avenue. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Roberto ENNIS (Unlicensed Operation of MV) →

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02/22/2017 01:36:48 Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 2/20/17-2/27/17 →

Friends,

I hope you are able to join me as I announce my candidacy for re-election this year. The Rally will be brief, I promise. 
I remain grateful for your support and friendship. TOGETHER we can make good things happen!
Yours in service,

Mary Jo

Somerville native and long-time community activist Jesse Clingan announced his candidacy for Ward 4 Alderman today. Jesse is running on a platform of responsive and accessible government, affordable and middle income housing and continuing the fight against opiate abuse, among many issues.  Continue reading Jesse Clingan Announces Run For Ward 4 Alderman’s Seat →

The City of Somerville’s Urban Agriculture Ambassador Program (UAAP) is now accepting applications for the 2017 class. The UAAP, which is taught by Somerville-based Green City Growers, offers free training around urban growing techniques to 20 residents each year in exchange for 30 hours of volunteer service in garden projects throughout the city. Continue reading Applications Due March 1 for 2017 Urban Agriculture Ambassador Program →

Residents may sign up for no-cost Mass Save Home Energy Assessment and a variety of energy upgrades

SOMERVILLE – Both Somerville residents and the City stand to benefit if 1,500 Somerville households sign up for a no-cost Mass Save® Home Energy Assessment in 2017 as part of the City’s Be SEEN! program (Be Somerville Energy Efficient Now!). Continue reading CITY SEEKING PARTICIPANTS FOR 2017 ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM →

Photos by William Tauro 

By William Tauro

The Somerville News Weekly extended an open invitation to President Donald J Trump to come to Somerville Massachusetts during the city’s 175th birthday and speak on related issues concerning his first two months in office, the economy, his new immigration policies and the Green Line Extension Project.  Continue reading President Trump Invited to Speak in Somerville During City’s 175th Anniversary  →

By William Tauro 

This past Monday over one hundred fifty Somerville Council on Aging seniors were treated to a very special belated St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon replacing a prior date that was snowed out during last month’s snow emergency.  Continue reading Somerville Seniors Belated Valentines Party On The Water With Mayor, Police & DA →

Originally from a small west African city in Cameroon, Will received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Buea and advocated for student rights during frequent periods of campus unrest. Continue reading Will Mbah Announces Alderman-at-Large Candidacy →

By Frank Santangelo 

Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Eileen Costa

Eileen Costa grew up on a quiet dead end street in Somerville with five siblings and five cousin next door. She got married thirty eight years ago and bought a house five blocks from there (where she still resides. Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Special Person of the Week:Eileen Costa →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, February 27, the 58th day of 2017 with 307 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:3and sunset is @ 5:30. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1700 – The Pacific Island of New Britain was discovered.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, February 26, the 57th day of 2017 with 308 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:24 and sunset is @ 5:29. The New Moon is exact @ 9:59 AM EDT. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1815 – Napoleon Bonaparte escaped from the Island of Elba. He then began his second conquest of France.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Somerville, MA: Kicking off a run for a third term as the Ward 5 Alderman in Somerville, Mark Niedergang will host a re-election fundraiser at Olde Magoun’s Saloon on Wednesday, March 8, from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. Special guest State Representative Christine Barber will speak and complimentary food will be served. Continue reading Mark Niedergang, Ward 5 Alderman, Re-Election Campaign Kickoff March 8 at Olde Magoun’s Saloon →

By Bob Katzen 

   THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reviews local legislators’ votes on the transgender protection law approved by the Legislature and signed by Gov. Charlie Baker in 2016. Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 41 – Report No, 8 February 20-24, 2017 →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, February 25, the 56th day of 2017 with 309 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:26 and sunset is @ 5:28. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1570 – England’s Queen Elizabeth I was excommunicated by Pope Pius V.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Photos by Frank Santangelo 

By William Tauro 

Boston Bruins Mascot “Blades” worked the lunch crowd at Victor’s Deli this past Saturday afternoon. 
Hundreds of Bruins fans came to see Blades the famous mascot while feasting on some of Victor’s fine foods and made a joyous afternoon out of it.   Continue reading Boston Bruins Mascot “Blades” in Somerville at Victor’s Deli  →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, February 24, the 55th day of 2017 with 310 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:28 and sunset is @ 5:27. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1803 – The U.S. Supreme Court ruled itself to be the final interpreter of all constitutional issues.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

By William Tauro 

With all this controversy about sanctuary cities and whether it’s legal or not and whether it’s even a sanctuary city or not, is a police officer’s oath of office being violated in this? Continue reading Was It Written Somewhere In The Oath? →

By Mike Salvi

The SAFD conducted a series of trainings this past week for its members. LT. Mike Salvi and Firefighter Joe Coughlin led the training to show members the importance of RIT and ways out of an emergency situation in a building.  Continue reading Somerville Auxiliary Fire/Rescue Training  →

The City of Somerville’s Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development, and the City Engineering Department, invite all interested community members to the next community meeting in a public meeting series to discuss construction updates and park design for the upcoming Nunziato Field Stormwater and Park reconstruction project. Continue reading Nunziato Park & Stormwater Project Meeting, February 22 →

 
Somerville Redevelopment Authority

Thursday, February 23, 2017, at 5:30 pm

Somerville High School Library

81 Highland Avenue Continue reading NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING AND MEETING AGENDA →

Somerville High School faces off against Acton-Boxborough High School this week on WGBH’s High School Quiz Show. Somerville competed against Acton-Boxborough in the Season 5 Semifinals (watch episode https://youtu.be/3A9jFpJ8TTo) and on Season 7 (watch episode https://youtu.be/oAFJZkcG8NA).

  Continue reading Somerville High School Competes on WGBH’s High School Quiz Show This Week →

This March, the Alex Foster Foundation (AFF) will host their first fundraiser. AFF is a 501c3 charitable organization whose mission is to educate and raise awareness about addiction, and to offer support to those who are struggling with addiction and their families. The Foster family formed the foundation after the loss of Alex, their son and brother, at the age of 28 in 2014. That year, almost 1,400 people in Massachusetts died from Substance Use Disorder. Continue reading Alex Foster Foundation Fundraiser →

Somerville resident sought for open Condominium Review Board seat.

Somerville’s Condominium Review Board is seeking a new member. Board members are appointed for a three-year term and this vacancy Continue reading Somerville Condominium Review Board Seeking New Member →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, February 22, the 53rd day of 2017 with 312 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:31 and sunset is @ 5:24. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1630 – Quadequine introduced popcorn to English colonists at their first Thanksgiving dinner. 
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Photos by Frank Santangelo 

Late Tuesday afternoon, Somerville Firefighters extinguished a fire of a motor vehicle’s engine compartment that burst into flames.  Continue reading Car Engine Fire In Somerville →

*Programs and broadcast times can change due to event addition or cancellation.
Continue reading EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS –SOMERVILLE CITY CABLE CONNECTION_City TV (13 RCN/22 COMCAST) & Educational Channel 15 (15) →

Photo: Michael and his wife Joan Bishop and their great granddaughter, Brianna Bishop.
Michael George Bishop went by the name of George. He moved to Somerville from East Boston in the 1950’s, to Puritan Road in the Ten Hills. He worked at Harvard University for his whole career and was active at St. Polycarp Church and then St. Ann’s when St. Polycarp closed.  Continue reading Somerville Remembering Michael “George” Bishop →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, February 21, the 52nd day of 2017 with 313 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:32 and sunset is @ 5:23. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1804 – The first self-propelled locomotive on rails was demonstrated in Wales.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Went on Herald Radio this a.m. Talked about immigration and snow. Just want to say that these two issue make for a useful contrast. Snow is a concrete problem. It can be a massive and costly problem. It can create lots of side issues (trash removal, parking, kids missing too many school days), but we know what we’re dealing with and generally how to handle it, even when it requires a ton of work. It’s got a hammer-and-nail solution. Continue reading Boston Herald Radio With Mayor Joe Curtatone on Immigration →

This is a perfect example of why Somerville is a sanctuary city. We want the victims of crimes to be able to come forward. We want to arrest domestic abusers. That makes our community safer. Driving people underground, making them fearful to report crimes because they or someone close to them might get rounded up for deportation ultimately puts more criminals on our streets. Continue reading This Is Why Somerville Is A Sanctuary City By Mayor Joseph Curtatone  →

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By Skip Murray

On the morning of February 23, 1945, American soldiers took the summit of Mt. Suribachi, in The Battle of Iwo Jima. Once the summit was taken, an American flag was raised.
Continue reading Anniversary of Henry Hansen, An American Hero From Somerville →

 
By William Tauro

This past Thursday afternoon, Somerville Kiwanis Club President Michael McWilliams hosted an event that was held at the Mount Vernon Restaurant in Somerville with guest speaker John Tocco, Director of Community Relations, Wynn Boston Harbor Casino. Continue reading Wynn Boston Harbor Casino Plans Discussed in Somerville →

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

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Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Jamie Love, Sheila Borges-Foley, Brian Horan, Joey Carroll, Celia Taylor, Michelle Mobilia, Ross Scabin, Rod Kreimeyer, Alexandra Chaves, David Mangan, Donald Arbeene, Bobby Travers and Happy 100th Birthday to Lorraine Solari

Sent in by our readers!
Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week  →

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By Gary S. Miliefsky

It’s become news that’s not unexpected any more.

We awaken to learn that yet another national retailer has been hacked and once again credit-card information for millions of customers is at risk.
Yet, despite all the publicity these security breaches receive and all the warning consumers hear, cyber criminals still achieve success and seem more brazen than ever. Continue reading 5 Trends And Factors That Continue To Impact Cyber Security In 2017 →

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By Bob Katzen

Attorney General Maura Healey has partnered with the Massachusetts Medical Society (MMS) to develop informational brochures and an online training program to support doctors in their efforts to prevent gun-related accidents, self-harm and violence by talking to patients about it. Continue reading ENCOURAGE DOCTORS TO DISCUSS GUNS WITH PATIENTS →

By Bob Katzen

Massachusetts was graded on protecting children from lead in water at schools and received a grade of “D.” Continue reading BAY STATE SCHOOLS DRINKING WATER IS GRADED A “D”  →

By Bob Katzen

 The late President John F. Kennedy would turn 100 years old on May 29. The House and Senate commemorated and honored the 35th president at a joint session last week.  Continue reading HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY JFK →

By Bob Katzen 

 The brand new Joint Committee on Marijuana will be chaired by Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville) and Rep. Mark Cusack (D-Braintree). In December, the Legislature approved and Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law a controversial bill that delays by six months, from January 2018 to July 2018, the earliest possible date for the opening of retail recreational marijuana stores in the Bay State. Continue reading Beacon Hill Forms “JOINT” COMMITTEE ON MARIJUANA →

By Dr. Matt McCarty, M.D.

The drug-abuse crisis among teenagers and young adults isn’t abating.
Prescription drugs, especially opioids, are a growing threat to the health of young people, with 6 percent of teens 12 to 17 saying they use the drugs for non-medical reasons. Continue reading Is My Teen Using Drugs? Can I Know For Sure? →

This lovely lady, Lorraine Solari, a lifetime resident of Somerville, turned 102 this week!!!

Photo by William Tauro 

By Paul Thornton

The inauguration of a new president in Washington, D.C., also means a new Cabinet with goals and ideas different from those in the previous administration. Continue reading How America’s New Cabinet Can Lead Successful Change Initiatives →

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On Saturday February 18, 2017 at approximately 2055, I Officer Randy Isaacs, along with Officer Pasqualino were dispatched to XX Adrian St for a report of an attempted B and E in progress. While en route, dispatch came over the radio and advised us that there were more than one person attempting to break in. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Savannah SANCHEZ & Frank Roberto (Attempt Crime, Extortion by Threat, Conspiracy) & Shalik JORDAN (same, plus Reckless Operation, Support from Prostitution, Open Container, Fail to Stop) →

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The following is a brief summary pertaining to Incident #17010508:

Members of the Somerville Police Department Drug Control Unit initiated a drug investigation of Mr. Derrik Pannesi and his alleged role in the ongoing distribution of Heroin. The alleged distribution occurs from Mr. Pannesi’s vehicle which is sometimes located at a residence we know Mr. Pannesi to be living at. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Derrik PANNESI (Firearm – Large Capacity, Firearm, PWID A, PWID B) →

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On Monday, February 13, 2017 at approximately 17:40 hours I, Officer Rivera, while in full uniform and working as Alpha 1, was contacted by Saks Fifth Loss Prevention Detective XXXXX for a shoplifter. Officer Schneider, who was working as East 1, arrived as backup. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Jasmine NOILES (Larceny Over – Shoplifting) Saks 5th Ave Assembly Row Somerville →

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02/13/2017 17:50:06 Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 2/13/17-2/20/17 →

Somerville, MA – The Somerville Chamber of Commerce announced today that it will host a panel discussion on February 28, 2017 entitled The Next Innovation Center: Why Not Somerville?. Attendees will learn insights from industry thought leaders as to how the City of Somerville can capitalize on the current market environment to realize its goals of becoming a regional jobs and innovation center. The event is scheduled to occur at the Holiday Inn – Bunker Hill, 30 Washington Street, Somerville, at 4:00 PM. Doors open at 3:30 PM.
Continue reading SOMERVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO HOST THE NEXT INNOVATION CENTER: WHY NOT SOMERVILLE? PANEL →

Photos by Correen Demers

By  Ashley Richardson

 PHA LADY WIZARDS UNDEFEATED AND TOURNAMENT BOUND
​The final horn has just sounded to conclude 2016-2017 regular season play for girls’ basketball in the Massachusetts Charter School Athletic Organization (MCSAO). Continue reading PHA LADY WIZARDS UNDEFEATED AND TOURNAMENT BOUND →

ONGOING PROGRAMS

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 Bob Katzen 
   

THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local representatives on three roll calls from February 2. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.
  All three roll calls are on proposed new rules to a package of rules under which the Legislature will operate in 2017-2018.
CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORTS BY 5 P.M. (H 2019) Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 41 -Report No. 7 February 13-17, 2017 →

By Frank Santangelo 

Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Brenda Lee Ivy

Brenda is a life long Somerville resident who enjoys cooking and feeding people.  Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Special Person of the Week:Brenda Lee Ivy →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, February 20, the 51st day of 2017 with 314 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:34 and sunset is @ 5:22. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1673 – The first recorded wine auction took place in London.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

How Safe Are Our Crumbling Bridges And Vulnerable Buildings?

By Douglas P. Taylor

America’s bridges need work.
So do some of the nation’s buildings – both old and new – that were designed to avoid collapsing during an earthquake or other major catastrophe, but aren’t quite up to the task of remaining inhabitable after disaster strikes. Continue reading →

By Rebecca Walser

The hardest thing about upward mobility – the so-called American dream – is attaining it.

Perhaps the second hardest thing is this: Once you’ve risen from a hardscrabble upbringing and gained financial success, how do you pass the traits that helped get you there – hard work, accountability, passion and discipline – on to your children? Continue reading Teaching Money Lessons To Kids Who Don’t Have It As Tough As You Did →

SOMERVILLE, Mass. — Thursday March 9th 7-10 pm Once Ballroom 156 Highland Ave, Somerville MA 02143 
Pet lovers can attend an event to support a new initiative in Somerville that is seeking to fight hunger in both people and pets. Continue reading Attend Mass Hysteria to Help Feed Pets and People:Beer and Taco Event will Support the New Somerville Pet Food Bank →

Dear Editor,

I am writing about my brother Jonathan See who is in critical condition right now at Lahey Hospital. My husband and my brother were shoveling snow off of a roof on Tuesday afternoon and Jonathan slipped and fell off. Continue reading Letter to the Editor: An Expecting Dad in Critical Condition in Lahey Hospital Needs Help →

They are back in 2017………..

the popular bottle opener “Finisher Medals” are back at the 

Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km “The Race of Ireland & U.S.A.” taking place on March 19th in Somerville, Massachusetts. Continue reading The Bottle Opener “Finisher Medals” are back for the Ras na hEireann USA 5Km →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, February 18, the 49th day of 2017 with 316 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:37 and sunset is @ 5:19. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1564 – The artist Michelanglelo died in Rome.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Our condolences go out to the Carroll Family for the loss of Paul who sadly passed away early Thursday morning.   Continue reading Somerville Remembering Paul Carroll →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, February 17, the 48th day of 2017 with 317 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:38 and sunset is @ 5:18. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1801 – The U.S. House of Representatives broke an electoral tie between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr. Jefferson was elected president and Burr became vice president.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

STATE HOUSE, BOSTON

Freshman State Representative Mike Connolly is pleased to announce his committee assignments for the 190th session of the Massachusetts General Court.   Continue reading Representative Mike Connolly announces Housing Committee, other appointments →

FOUND!! Please share!
This young female was found a few days ago on Sacramento St on the Cambridge/Somerville line. She is very nervous but friendly. If you recognize her please contact us at 617-625-6600 ext.2190. We would love to reunite her with her family. Thank you.

A meeting on construction impacts from the Nunziato Stormwater and Park Project is being held next week on Wednesday, February 22. Stop by the Somerville High School library (81 Highland Ave.) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to learn more.

Photo by Felista Gallagher
Sitting in an Adirondack Chair, sculpted out of ice, reading the Somerville News Weekly, at Winter Carnival in Saranac Lake, New York. 

Sent in by our readers!
Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Favorite Photo of the Week →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, February 16, the 47th day of 2017 with 318 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:39 and sunset is @ 5:16. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1741 – Benjamin Franklin published America’s second magazine, “The General Magazine and Historical Chronicle”.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

By Frank Santangelo 
Continue reading A Message From Victors Deli on Broadway Somerville →

On Monday, February 20 City and Somerville Public Schools offices will be closed for Presidents Day. Trash and recycling collection will be on a one-day delay all week. On Monday parking meters and resident parking permits will not be enforced.

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, February 15, the 46th day of 2017 with 319 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:41 and sunset is @ 5:15. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1758 – Mustard was advertised for the first time in America.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

 The American Red Cross is urging eligible donors throughout Massachusetts to give blood or platelets following recent winter storms, which have compounded a severe winter blood shortage.  

  Continue reading Winter Storms Deepen Red Cross Blood Shortage Blood and Platelet Donors Needed Now →

Community conversation is the latest component of the three-year partnership
SOMERVILLE – Join Mayor Joseph Curtatone and the Concussion Legacy Foundation for a conversation and community education night about concussions Thursday, February 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Somerville High School auditorium. Continue reading CITY OF SOMERVILLE AND CONCUSSION LEGACY FOUNDATION TO HOST “SOMERSAFE SPORTS” COMMUNITY CONCUSSION EDUCATION NIGHT →

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To dream the impossible dream.

It’s been a relatively short time-frame since President Trump took office – since then, the mainstream news cycle has shrunk from a 24 hour period to 5-6 hours at most. Continue reading Reality Bites by James A. Norton →

A beautiful sunburst after our snow this past Monday. You have to love New England and  especially Somerville. ❤

Sent in by our readers Helen and Bill Gioiosa of Somerville. 

Dear Editor:

I am writing to you as a concerned Citizen of the City of Somerville.

I live next to a very quaint house which at one point was a single family converted into a small two family. The house has been sold and is currently being renovated. At first I thought it would be nice to renovate the house and still keep the character of the home. Continue reading Letter to the Editor: What’s Going On In My Neighborhood →

Governor Charlie Baker congratulates our Somerville Detectives K. Leguisamon and D. Dottin for their work in the capture of fugitive James Morales. They receive awards this week along with Trooper Merrick who worked to apprehend Morales last month. Congratulations! #Proud #SomervilleMA Continue reading Governor Awards Somerville Police Officers →

The 42nd Annual Boston Science Fiction Film Festival’s

24-Hour Sci-Fi Marathon

brings together over 700 Superfans

for the ultimate binge watch!
February 19th at noon – February 20th at noon at the Somerville Theatre
Continue reading Somerville Theater 24hr Sci-Fi Film Marathon starts noon 2/19  →

On Saturday, February 11, 2017, I was assigned to marked unit West-6 and on routine patrol. At approximately 6:27 PM, I was dispatched to XX Summit Street on a report of a motor vehicle accident. Dispatch further stated that the caller witnessed a gray Cadillac bearing MA registration XXXXX, strike a vehicle at the corner of College Avenue and Summit Street. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Corey PHILLIPS (OUI) →

On February 11,2017 at approx. 1:20 pm while in marked unit East 2 I was dispatched to Burger King at 185 Somerville Ave for a reported counterfeit bill being passed. Officer Tyler Sousa was also dispatched as back-up. Upon arrival I entered the store and was approached by the manager, XXXXX.  Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Ronald PEREIRA (Utter Counterfeit, Disorderly) →

On Friday, February 10, 2017, I was assigned to marked unit West-6 and on routine patrol. At approximately 12:04 am, I was dispatched to the area of 85 College Avenue on a report of a male passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Patrick DOOLEY (OUI, Revere Warrant) →

On 02/06/17, I Officer Christopher Collette was assigned to Somerville marked unit East One. At approximately 08:56 hours I was dispatched to 333 Great River Rd. at the Avalon Apartment Complex for an unwanted person refusing to leave the area. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Tesris CINEUS (Trespass, Disorderly, ABPO, Resisting, Class B) At Assembly Row →

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RESISTING ARREST c268 S32B Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 2/6/17-2/13/17 →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, February 13, the 44th day of 2017 with 321 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:44 and sunset is @ 5:13. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1542 – Catherine Howard was executed for adultery. She was the fifth wife of England’s King Henry VIII.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

By Frank Santangelo

Monday morning immediately after the storm, Somerville DPW crews concentrating on snow removal operations around the City of Somerville and on school  grounds still is in full swing. 
Continue reading Somerville DPW Making It Happen →

All cars must be moved from City and school lots by 11 a.m. to avoid ticketing and towing. Property owners must shovel sidewalks by 1 p.m. Monday (within 6 daylight hours following end of snowfall). Continue reading SOMERVILLE SNOW EMERGENCY ENDS MONDAY, FEB. 13, AT 9 A.M. →

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

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

McKENZIE, William K. 86, Of Medford, formerly of Somerville. Retired Somerville Police Officer passed away on February 10, 2017. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Retired SPD Police Officer William K. McKenzie →

Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Gus Filosi, Cindy Moss, Patricia Ann Daley, Dusty Gerlach, Dino Alves, Darrell English, Bernard Gibbons, Albert Piacentini, Jimmy Gondolfe, Lisa Winchester Catino, Lou Ferrara, Steve Grossman, Susan Lampedecchio, Scott Gamble, Alyssa McNeill, Gina Miele and Happy 1st Birthday to Elayna!
Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week  →

By Frank Santangelo 

Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Sandy Mattson

Sandy is a life long Somerville resident and is currently the lead worker at the Somerville Brown School kitchen. She has worked there since 2002 and loves everything about it. 
Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week:Sandy Mattson →

A snow emergency has been declared for Somerville starting at 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 12. Residents can begin moving their cars now to the EVEN-numbered side of the street (unless posted signage states otherwise). Continue reading Snow Emergency Declared for Somerville Starting 4p.m. Sunday, February 12 →

ONGOING PROGRAMS

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 Bob Katzen 
   

THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local representatives on roll calls from February 2. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.
  All these roll calls are on proposed new rules to a package of rules under which the House will operate for 2017-2018.
ALLOW VOTE ON TERM LIMITS FOR SPEAKER (H 2017) Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 41 – Report No. 6 February 6-10, 2017 →

WHEN: Friday February 24th from 5-8pm 
WHERE: 99 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145
Hope to see you there!!

WED. FEB. 15 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

If you love the iconic LEGO® toy, you won’t want to miss the February Adult Night at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston when we celebrate all the things we love about LEGO® bricks! The event will be Wednesday, February 15 from 7:00-9:00 pm. Continue reading FEBRUARY’S ADULT NIGHT WILL CELEBRATE LOVE AT LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER BOSTON →

February’s Toddler Tuesdays on February 14th & 28th will be celebrating Valentine’s Day and the new LEGO® City Builder exhibit which opens on February 18th. Continue reading TODDLER TUESDAYS IN FEBRUARY TO CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY & NEW LEGO® CITY BUILDER EXHIBIT AT LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER BOSTON/Somerville  →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, February 12, the 43rd day of 2017 with 322 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:45 and sunset is @ 5:11. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1541 – The city of Santiago, Chile was founded.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

By JOE Curtatone

Still trying to get solid information about how many of these raids have taken place in our local area, but the early reports from the national media are that ICE raids are being fairly indiscriminate and ham-handed. Continue reading Mayor Curtatone on Washington Post Article:Immigrant community on high alert, fearing Trump’s ‘deportation force’ →

By Frank Santangelo 

Congratulations to Somerville Firefighter Jay Colbert who was on TV at the Bruins game this past Saturday reporting on the “MDA Fill The Boot Fundraising” efforts from firefighters raising over $107,000,000 million dollars so far for MDA. 

Jay previewed on NESN in between periods of the game reaching thousands of people for a great cause!

Photos by Frank Santangelo 

By William Tauro

Late Friday afternoon an oil tanker carrying thousands of gallons of home heating oil slid on ice while making a delivery leaving the rear axles hanging off over an embankment at an elderly apartment complex located at 240 Pearl Steet Somerville.  Continue reading Oil Tanker Truck Close Call Incident in Somerville →

Photos by Frank Santangelo 

By William Tauro 

Early Friday afternoon a box truck traveling on Porter Street in Somerville lost control and drove through a spa and nail salon that’s located on Highland Avenue.  Continue reading Truck Hits Building in Somerville →

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, February 10, the 41st day of 2017 with 324 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:49 and sunset is @ 5:07. The Full Snow Moon is exact @ 7:34 PM EST. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN: 1763 – The Treaty of Paris ended the French and Indian War. In the treaty France ceded Canada to England.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Great job by the Somerville Fire Dept and Somerville311 who responded in just a few minutes to remove the wires knocked down by Thursday’s snow storm. 

Somerville’s snow emergency will end at 6 a.m. on Friday, February 10, and normal parking rules will go back into effect at that time. Vehicles parked in municipal lots must be moved within two hours of the end of a snow emergency. Vehicles still in municipals lots after 8 a.m. on Friday may be subject to ticketing and towing. Continue reading Somerville’s Snow Emergency Will End at 6:00a.m. on Friday, February 10th →

Thursday, February 09, 2017

Due to the declaration of a snow emergency in Somerville, the Board of Aldermen meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 8, 2017 has been postponed to Tuesday, February 14th at 7 p.m.

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, February 09, the 40th day of 2017 with 325 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:4 and sunset is @ 5:0. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. The evening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus.

ON THIS DAY IN:1825 – The U.S. House of Representatives elected John Quincy Adams president. No candidate had received a majority of electoral votes.  Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer  →

Because winter starts in an even year this year (2016), when a snow emergency is in effect, parking is allowed on the even-numbered side of the street ONLY, unless the street has posted signage that states otherwise. Vehicles parked on the odd-numbered side of the street must either be moved to the even side, or to another location. Due to parking limitations in the City, municipal and school lots will be made available to residents during snow emergencies. Continue reading Somerville Parking Regulations DURING a Snow Emergency →

The City of Somerville’s Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development, and the City Engineering Department, invite all interested community members to the next community meeting in a public meeting series to discuss construction updates and park design for the upcoming Nunziato Field Stormwater and Park reconstruction project. Continue reading Nunziato Park & Stormwater Project Meeting, February 13 →