Citizens and Friends of Somerville,
Thank you very much for your willingness to send me to City Hall as an elected Alderman for all these past years (1984-2005; 2007-2017).
Continue reading A Message from Somerville Alderman-at-Large Jack Connolly
Daily Archives: December 18, 2017
Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series
Turn your favorite photos into “Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments!”
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Somerville Ward 5 Alderman Mark Niedergang “City Boards Took Steps Forward in Redevelopment of the seven “D blocs” in the Heart of Union Square”
By Mark Niedergang
This past Thursday night, a couple of City Boards took steps forward in the redevelopment of the seven “D blocs” in the heart of Union Square.
The Board of Aldermen approved bonding for $63 million for sewer and streetscape improvements on Somerville Ave and two bonds for $3.6 million to pay for design of two other major sewer projects.
The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to John Hickey, Stacy Finos Fialho, Bruna Araujo M, Leo R Bracken, Kim Brown, Jennie D’Alelio, Joe Nardella, Lea Bowler Hardy, Mary Agritha, Michael McWilliams, William LaCourse, Terri Martin, Mariluce Alves Braga, Christina Perrotti, Jim Henry and Joshua Furtado!
Sent in by our readers!
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A Quick Glance of Assembly Row Somerville Christmas 2017
MASSACHUSETTS SENATE CANCELS HOLIDAY PARTY
By Bob Katzen
Acting Senate President Harriette Chandler (D-Worcester) has canceled the annual holiday party for senators and their staffs. Chandler’s office told Beacon Hill Roll Call, “There will be no Senate holiday party this year. After speaking with her leadership team, the Acting Senate president made the determination that a holiday party would not be appropriate.”
THE REGISTRY MAKES DRIVER’S LICENSE RENEWAL EASIER
By Bob Katzen
The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) has extended the length of time a driver’s photo is valid on his or her license from nine years to 14 years. Bay State driver’s licenses are valid for five years. Continue reading THE REGISTRY MAKES DRIVER’S LICENSE RENEWAL EASIER
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 42 – Report No. 50 December 11-15, 2017
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. There were no roll call votes in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local representatives’ roll call attendance records for the 2017 session through December 15.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 42 – Report No. 50 December 11-15, 2017
Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Updates & Information
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 Updates & Information
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Paul DENIS (OUI Liquor)
On Saturday, December 16, 2017, I, Officer Paul Beckford, was on duty for the Somerville Police (E3). At approximately 3:34 AM, Officer Jose Ramirez (E2), and I were dispatched to 50 Tufts St. for a check condition of a motor vehicle parked in the middle of the road. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Paul DENIS (OUI Liquor)
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Felipe LEAO (Distribute Class D)
The following is a brief summary pertaining to Incident #17075367:
On Thursday, December, 14, 2017, I was working in the Somerville Police Drug Unit as Delta-18. At approximately 4:45 P.M., I was running routine surveillance around the Edward Leathers Park along with Detectives Costa, Legros, Goncalves, McNally, and Sgt. Detective Capasso. My attention was drawn to a gray Nissan Sentra parked illegally directly next to the park. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Felipe LEAO (Distribute Class D)
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Linda CARDALINO (OUI Liquor)
On Tuesday December 12, 2017, I, Officer Marra, was in full-uniform and assigned to marked cruiser 782, patrolling area E2, for the Somerville Police Department. At approximately 2005 hours, I assisted Unit East-3, Officer Sousa, who had put out a BOLO for a vehicle. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Linda CARDALINO (OUI Liquor)
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Kafia MOHAMED (Aggravated Assault and Aggravated Battery)
On Monday, December 11th, 2017, I, Officer Kim, was working uniformed patrol in marked police cruiser 787. At approximately 11:30 am, I was dispatched to Stop and Shop, located at 105 Alewife Brook Parkway, for a report of two customers fighting inside the store. Unit West 6: Officer Difava was dispatched as back up and Unit West 5: Officer Gee also responded to assist.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, December 18, the 352nd day of 2017 with 13 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:08 and sunset is @ 4:12. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Saturn & Mercury. Theevening stars are Mars, Neptune, Uranus & Venus. The New Moon is exact @ 1:32 AM EST
ON THIS DAY IN: 1787 – New Jersey became the third state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer