GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, March 24, the 83rd day of 2017 with 282 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:40 and sunset is @ 7:00. 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: 1379 – The Gelderse war ended. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Our condolences go out to the Harris Family for the loss of Charlene who passed away peacefully early Friday morning.
Continue reading Somerville Remembering Charlene Harris
By William Tauro
This past Thursday night, the Somerville Board of Aldermen and Mayor offered their sincerest commendations with a citation presented to Union President iEd Halloran in behalf of the Public Works Employees Who Clear Snow Continue reading Somerville Public Works Employees Get A Citation For A Job Well Done
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By William Tauro
Last Thursday night, Candidate Will Mbah hosted his kickoff fundraiser for his Alderman-at-Large campaign.
Continue reading Alderman-at-Large Candidate Will Mbah Hosts Kickoff Campaign Fundraiser
By William Tauro
This past Wednesday night,
President Shannon Deyeso The Medford Lions Club hosted a Narcan and overdose awareness talk at Carroll’s Restaurant that’s located in Medford Square.
Guest speakers Patrol Officer Rory Lockowittz, Lieutenant Joe Casey and K9 Officer Harry MacGilvray of the Medford Police Department and Medford’s Prevention Outreach Manager Penny Funaiole spoke on how they handle overdoses in the city of Medford, the use of Narcan and the drug infestation problems within surrendering cities and town and how they are battling this serious growing problem. Continue reading Medford Spreading Awareness to Cities & Towns on the Growing Battle of Addiction
Director Jimmy Del Ponte announces that Somerville’s Swinging Singing Seniors, also known as The Moonlighters, will begin their 2017 season on Monday April 3rd at The Council On Aging building, 167 Holland St .
Continue reading Somerville’s Swinging Singing Seniors “Moonlighters” to Begin 2017 Rocking Season
Senator Sal DiDomenico recently met with members of the Trauma and Learning Policy Initiative (TLPI), a joint program of Harvard Law School and the Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Continue reading Senator DiDomenico Meets with Advocates for Safe and Supportive Schools
SOMERVILLE, MA – On Monday, March 20, Somerville High School hosted a multi-purpose extravaganza: two world records attempts, a clothing drive, and an energizer for sophomores scheduled to take MCAS testing this week.
Continue reading Somerville High School Sets 2 Back-to-Back World Records for Charity on TV
Original adaptation of magical fantasy classic to be shown with live musical score
SOMERVILLE, Mass.—It was the film that introduced movie-goers to visions of flying children, magical fairies, human-like animals and menacing pirates. Continue reading Silent film version of ‘Peter Pan’ at Aeronaut on Sunday, April 2
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, March 23, the 82nd day of 2017 with 283 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:42 and sunset is @ 6:58. 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: 1026 – Koenraad II crowned himself king of Italy. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Please check out the latest Somerville Neighborhood News headlines and video segments. Somerville Neighborhood News is a production of Somerville Community Access Television, made by professional journalists, volunteers and staff. We also invite you to become more involved with SNN! You can join as a community reporter, researcher, contributor or in some other volunteer capacity. You can reach out to us at news@scatvsomerville.org. Below are the latest SNN story headlines and you can watch the full news segments online at http://www.somervillenighborhoodnews.org!
Representative Michael Capuano Holds a Town Hall at Somerville High School
On March 13th, Representative Michael E. Capuano , a former Somerville Mayor, hosted his town hall at Somerville High School. The audience, estimated to be more than 400 people, asked questions of the Congressman for over 90 minutes.
Gaming Convention PAX East features Somerville Musician on Mainstage
Somerville resident and professional violinist Michael Hustedde performed on the main stage at popular gaming convention PAX East 2017. Michael’s group, Videri String Quartet, is an ensemble dedicated to performing the music of video games at the highest level. Take a look!
Live music, Somerville-made root beer toast, and launch of Aeronaut Brewing’s “Municipal Freedom Gives National Strength” gluten free beer, capped off with a rendition of “Happy Birthday!”
SOMERVILLE – The month of March officially marks 175 years since Somerville separated from Charlestown (in 1842), and we’re throwing a birthday party that is “very Somerville.” Continue reading Happy Birthday, Somerville! City to Celebrate on March 29 with a “Very Somerville” Party at Somerville-Charlestown Line
St. Hilaire, William -Of Somerville, March 21st. Beloved husband of the late Clemence (Janvier). Father of Wilbur St. Hilaire and his wife Judy Vechmamontier of Somerville and Steve St. Hilaire SPD and his wife Tracy of Melrose . Son of the late Jean Francois and Ludie St. Hilaire. Grandfather of Jaden, Autumn, Jared and Sarina St. Hilaire. William is also survived by his cousin Maryse Anne Morose. He was the owner of Cambridge Taxi for many years and drove his own taxi, medallion #202. William was a devout Christian who taught Sunday school and was known as an upstanding member of his church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Grace Church of God, 257 Pearl St., Malden on Saturday, March 25th at 11am. Calling hours will be held at the above mentioned church from 10am-11am. Interment Lindenwood Cemetery, Stoneham. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
A panarama shot put together from a balcony in Somerville overlooking all the way from the top of Rt. 2 to Boston Harbor.
Sent in by Helen and Bill Gioiosa
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, March 21, the 80th day of 2017 with 285 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:45 and sunset is @ 6:56. 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: 1349 – 3,000 Jews were killed in Black Death riots in Efurt Germany. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
This past Monday early afternoon, a person was hit by commuter train between Dane and Park Streets in Somerville.
MBTA and local police were on scene.
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This month’s edition of Rally Point featuring the Commander of the Massachusetts National Guard and life-long Somerville resident, Brigadier General Richard Johnson.
Continue reading Somerville Veterans Department News: Rally Point 2017
Turn your favorite photos into “Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments!”
Sent in by our readers!
Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series
Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Pat Harney, Brenna Alise, Mary Webb, Ken Benoit, Happy 12th Birthday to Joe Cotter, Happy 88th Birthday to Joe Braga and Happy 95th Birthday to Mr Spinosa of Somerville!
Sent in by our readers!
Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
By William Tauro
According to credible sources, the Deanna Cremin’s murder case is much closer to being solved.
New information and evidence has surfaced within the past six months and as local and state police departments continue to conduct their investigation their leaving no stone on unturned.
Continue reading Could 2017 Be The Year That Justice Prevails For Deanna Cremin?
Join us in celebrating the anniversary of Somerville’s separation from Charlestown! We’ll be having a toast & musical performances on the town line and then have cake, appetizers and more at the Mt. Vernon restaurant!
Continue reading A Very Somerville Birthday Party
Looking for Kids Aged 5-10 from across New England to Assist Master Model Builder
BOSTON (March 20, 2017)- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston announced today the search for their 2017-2018 Creative Crew. Continue reading LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston/Somerville Announces Search for 2017 Creative Crew
Dear Supporters,
The Alex Foster Foundation and the extended Foster Family would like to thank you for helping make our first Rock ‘n Hope fundraiser a huge success! Our humble thanks to so many friends who came out on a cold and snowy night to support our organization’s mission to educate, raise awareness and support individuals and families affected by addiction. Continue reading The Alex Foster Foundation and Extended Foster Family /Rock ‘n Hope Fundraiser:A Letter of Thanks
Please join over 100 business leaders for:Business Town Meeting XII with Mayor Joseph Curtatone
Continue reading Business Town Meeting XII with Somerville Mayor Joe Curtatone
On March 17, 2017 Chris Wendt was awarded the Beyond the Call of Duty Award. Continue reading Chris Wendt Awarded Somerville PD Beyond the Call of Duty Award
The following is a summary of events that occurred while I was in full uniform operating marked unit 787.
At 4:15 P.M., I was dispatched to the Dunkin Donuts, located at 379 Alewife Brook Parkway, for a report of a man who took tips out of the tip jar and left the store. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Matthew POWERS (Receive Stolen Property, Fugitive from Justice)
On 3/15/2017, I (Officer Devin Schneider) was in full uniform while assigned to marked unit East-1 during the evening shift. The following report is a summary of the events that I witnessed, as they pertain to incident #17015867:
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Ayman JANINI (Larceny, Removal of Theft Device)
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, March 20, the 79th day of 2017 with 286 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:47 and sunset is @ 6:55. 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: 0141 – The 6th recorded perihelion passage of Halley’s Comet took place. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Meet Lieutenant Pauline Carter-Wells of the Cambridge Police Department who did an extraordinary job singing The American and the Irish National Anthem before the energized crowd at the Somerville Kiwanis Clubs Annual St. Patrick’s Day event! What a voice!!
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FUGITIVE FROM JUSTICE ON COURT Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 3/13/17-3/20/17
By Bob Katzen
The special legislative commission charged with studying the practical, economic, fiscal and health-related impacts of the state remaining on Daylight Saving Time (DST) throughout the calendar year held its second meeting last week. Continue reading MAKE DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME PERMANENT
By Bob Katzen
The power to propose their own legislation. Although Friday, January 20, was technically the deadline to file “seasonably-filed” bills for the 2017-2018 session, bills can be filed anytime. Continue reading “THERE OUGHTA BE A LAW”-Massachusetts Offers Citizens the “Right of Free Petition”
By Anthony John Boyd Jr.
The Rizzuto family is from Stoneham Ma, they have been doing the North End Italian feast in the summer for 3 years now and they are having another baby so that makes ten kids total.
Continue reading The Rizzuto Ice Cream Family Scoops Out the 10th Kid
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, March 19, the 78th day of 2017 with 287 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:49 and sunset is @ 6:54. 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: 1571 – Spanish troops occupied Manila. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
By William Tauro
This past Thursday, the Kiwanis Club of Somerville President Michael McWilliams and his members hosted their Annual St. Patrick’s Day Divisional Interclub Luncheon.
Continue reading 2017 Somerville Kiwanis Club Annual St. Patrick’s Day Divisional Interclub Luncheon
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Continue reading Photos of Sundays Rás na hÉireann USA 5K in Somerville
Woburn – These indictments were handed down between January 31 and March 2, 2017. Defendants are listed by towns where alleged offenses occurred. Defendants without a hometown listed do not have a last known address. Continue reading District Attorney Marian Ryan Announces Grand Jury Indictments Including Five Somerville Men
ONGOING PROGRAMS
The Council on Aging wants you! – The SCOA is supporting D.A. Marian Ryan’s Project C.A.R.E. and Project Linus. Helping children of trauma have some comfort in their time of need by providing them with homemade blankets. Help us reach our goal of 200 blankets. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Organizational Updates & Information
Please join the Somerville Commission for Women on Tuesday, March 21, for a special event in honor of Women’s History Month. Continue reading Somerville Commission for Women to Host Women’s History Month Event March 21
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 41 – Report No. 11 March 13-17, 2017
Beacon Street is one of the most heavily utilized bicycle corridors in the State.
Due to ongoing construction on Beacon St., the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, City of Somerville, and project contractors have determined that it is in the interest of public safety to CLOSE the protected bike lane, between Oxford St. and Washington St., for the 2017 construction season, beginning on Monday, March 20. Continue reading Beacon Street Protected Bicycle Lane to Close for 2017 Construction Season
(BOSTON) – This past week the Joint Committee on Marijuana Policy, chaired by Senator Patricia Jehlen (D-Somerville) and Representative Mark Cusack (D-Braintree), announced details for the four public hearings they will be holding across the state. The hearings will allow the committee to receive testimony from advocates, state officials, municipalities, and the public, among other groups. Continue reading JOINT COMMITTEE ON MARIJUANA POLICY TO HOLD STATEWIDE HEARINGS
By William Tauro
Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Retired Somerville Resident Richard Johnstin Finds Purpose Playing
Many Americans struggle with navigating life after retirement. For Richard Johnstin, 66, of Somerville, who spent 10 years working as a senior planner for RCA Automated Systems Department and 18 years working at Somerville Community Schools After-School Program, retirement came too early. Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Special Person of the Week:Richard Johnstin
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, March 18, the 77th day of 2017 with 288 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:51 and sunset is @ 6:53. 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: 0037 – The Roman Senate annuls Tiberius’ will and proclaims Caligula emperor. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
By William Tauro
The 2017 Annual Somerville Council on Aging’s St. Patrick’s Day Party was held this past Friday afternoon at Somerville’s Winter Hill Yacht Club.
Continue reading All Happy Green Smiles at 2017 Somerville COA Seniors St. Patrick’s Day Party
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, March 17, the 76th day of 2017 with 289 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:52 and sunset is @ 6:51. 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: 0461 – Bishop Patrick, St. Patrick, died in Saul. Ireland celebrates this day in his honor. (More about St. Patrick’s Day)
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, March 16, the 75th day of 2017 with 290 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:54 and sunset is @ 6:50. 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: 1190 – The Crusaders began the massacre of Jews in York, England. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Join Ward 5 Alderman Mark Niedergang, and the Mayor’s Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development on Wednesday, March 29, for a community meeting to discuss upcoming renovations to the Hoyt-Sullivan Playground. The meeting will be held at the Visiting Nurse’s Association, 259 Lowell St., from 6:30 to 8 p.m. City staff and project architects will present new plans for the playground, which are based on community feedback. Continue reading Community Meeting to Discuss Renovation of Hoyt Playground, March 29
Will Mbah is running for Alderman at Large, to represent the whole city of Somerville. Continue reading Reminder Tonight Committee to Elect Wilfred Mbah
By William Tauro
This past Wednesday night, Somerville’s Ward1 Alderman Matthew McLaughlin’s hosted his annual “Matty’s Saint Paddy’s Day Fundraiser” at American Fresh at Assembly Row in Somerville. Continue reading Ward1 Alderman Matthew McLaughlin’s Saint Paddy’s Day Fundraiser All Smiles
Somerville’s snow emergency will end at 7 a.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, March 15, and normal parking rules will go back into effect at that time. Snow emergency rules will be in effect and enforced until 7 a.m. so snow and ice removal can continue tonight. Continue reading Somerville’s Snow Emergency Will End at 7a.m. Wednesday, March 15th
By William Tauro
Continue reading Tuesday’s Blizzard of 2017 In and Around Somerville
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By William Tauro
Two weeks ago, the Somerville News Weekly posted an offer of a complete lobster dinner for 10 people, a $500 value at the Mount Vernon Restaurant in Somerville, to the first person that can prove to us that Somerville is still legally a documented sanctuary city since 1989. Continue reading $500 Lobster Dinner REWARD Offered If Proof of Somerville’s Legal Sanctuary City Status Still Exist Since 1989 Has NOT Been Met
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, March 14, the 73rd day of 2017 with 292 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:58 and sunset is @ 6:48. 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: 1489 – Catherine Cornaro, Queen of Cyprus, sold her kingdom to Venice. She was the last of the Lusignan dynasty. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Happy Birthday to a number of Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Jass Stewart, Donald B. Gay, Karena Jean, Jim Halloran, Shelia Hickey Santangelo, Okie Oconnell, A.J. Breslin, Karen Love, Robert Rotola, Michael Emond, Nancy Soares Chaves, Laura McCormack, Jody Connelly, Tom Flynn, Jennifer Gjulameti, Toni Shelzi, Anisah Ali, Gerry Daly, Amy Kelley, Paul Carafotes, Paul Feeney, Linda Petrosillo Mirabella, Lucas Braga, Robert Powers, Linda Espada Matine, Gregory B. Roche, Matthew McLaughlin, Timothy Mitsakis, Maria Tauro, Edward Bean, Paul Allan
Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Turn your favorite photos into “Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments!”
Sent in by our readers!
Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series
A snow emergency has been declared for Somerville starting at midnight on Tuesday, March 14. 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 In Somerville
Christine L. Cremin
Born: November 1, 1976
Died: March 8, 2017
Beloved daughter of Katherine Cremin of Stoneham, Albert Rodgers of NH and the late Michael Cremin. Continue reading Obituary of Christine Cremin of Somerville MA 1976 – 2017
Greetings All,
First off I want to thank everybody for your generous donations of well needed supplies to the Somerville Blessing Boxes to help out our city’s less fortunate.
The outpour of support of donations that have been coming in of much needed supplies of foods, hygienic items and warm clothing from the generous people of Somerville is overwhelming. Continue reading A Message From Frank Santangelo on Somerville’s New Blessing Boxes
ONGOING PROGRAMS
The Council on Aging wants you! – The SCOA is supporting D.A. Marian Ryan’s Project C.A.R.E. and Project Linus. Helping children of trauma have some comfort in their time of need by providing them with homemade blankets. Help us reach our goal of 200 blankets. Knitted, crochet or handmade fleece accepted. Please contact Debby Higgins at 617-625-6600, ext. 2321. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Organizational Updates & Information
Top of the Morning, Folks
This years Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km tees are the bomb and if you pre-register you will get one……the race is in Somerville, Massachusetts on Sunday, March 19th. Continue reading Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km tees are the bomb -you will wanna wear to the pub
April 8th – April 30th
Boston Center for the Arts Calderwood Pavilion, Roberts Studio Theatre
BOSTON, MA – Somerville actor, Dan Prior, will star in Moonbox Productions upcoming musical, Barnum, playing, April 8th – 30th at the Boston Center for the Arts Calderwood Pavilion, Roberts Studio Theatre, 539 Tremont Street, Boston. Continue reading SOMERVILLE ACTOR, DAN PRIOR, STARS IN MOONBOX PRODUCTIONS’ DAZZLING AMERICAN MUSICAL, BARNUM
WED. MARCH 15 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
There are no sidekicks allowed at this celebration of the Caped Crusader! The Dark Knight event will feature fun games & activities, SUPER LEGO® content, and awesome prizes! Guests will also be able to experience our brand-new exhibit, LEGO® City Builder which opened in February. Continue reading LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER BOSTON TO HOST DARK KNIGHT ADULT NIGHT
The Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km taking place on March 19th in Somerville, Massachusetts is pleased to announce its Cash Prizes, Age and Weight Division Awards. Continue reading Cash Prizes & Awards @ Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km – March 19th in Somerville
There will be a Public Hearing before the Board of Aldermen’s Committee on Finance on Wednesday, March 22, 2017, at 6:00 PM, in the Aldermanic Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 93 Highland Avenue, on the Order of Alderman Tony Lafuente, Chairman of the Committee, for public input on #202944, a proposed appropriation and authorization to borrow $255,982,704 for the construction of a new Somerville High School. Continue reading Somerville Public Hearing Notice
The Somerville Police Department is receiving numerous reports from residents regarding IRS Phone Scams. The calls indicate that there is a “lawsuit filed against you”, and leaves a message for a return phone call number. Please do not call this number. Don’t answer unknown phone numbers, since these might be robocalls. Do not speak or touch any buttons during the call, since this might enable more calls in the future. Lastly, report this incident to the IRS. Continue reading Somerville Police Warn Residents of IRS Scams
On Friday, March 13, 2017. Mark McLaughlin, Mackenzie Richardson, Justin Brown, and Sergio Costa were appointed to the Police Reserve List. Continue reading City Gets Four New Appointments to Somerville Police Reserve List
Assist Tufts PD with Trespassing arrest at 85 Packard Av (Lewis Hall).
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Michael PUCKERIN (Tufts – Trespass)
On March 9, 2017, at approximately 18:05 hours, I, Officer Rivera, while in full uniform and working as Alpha 1, was informed by Saks Fifth Loss Prevention Detective, XXXXX, via department issued cell phone, that a white male, who was wearing a white and blue winter hat, a black coat, and jeans, selected 2 purses from the display and exited the store onto Canal Street. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Robert PAPALUCA (Larceny – Shoplifting)
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Please join over 100 business leaders for:Business Town Meeting XII with Mayor Joseph Curtatone
The business & economic agenda * Q&A session * After Hours reception at Saloon Continue reading Somerville Business Town Meeting XII
Photos by Correen Demers
By Ashley Richardson
Last Friday in the late afternoon, two teams arrived early at the Clark Athletic Center on the campus of the University of Massachusetts at Boston for the Massachusetts Charter School Athletic Organization Girls’ Basketball High School Championship Game. Most players on both teams were excited and smiling, and went about the business of warming up and preparing for the game.
Continue reading MASSACHUSETTS CHARTER SCHOOL CHAMPIONSHIP CLASSIC
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, March 13, the 72nd day of 2017 with 293 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:59 and sunset is @ 6:47. 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: 0483 – St. Felix III began his reign as Pope. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Hello my name is Angela Smith and I have started this go fund me page to assist the family of Christine Cremin with her funeral expenses.
As many of us know Christine suddenly passed away March 8, 2017. This unexpected loss comes with great sadness for her family, friends and especially her young son Quinten. In losing Christine her family needs to plan the funeral services that she well deserves. Continue reading Somerville Comes Out In Full Force For Christine Cremin GoFundMe Page
By Frank Santangelo
Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Joe Hamel
He was born in Cambridge at the Cambridge City Hospital in June of 1969.
Soon after his family later moved to Somerville from Cambridge in 1976 where he grew up in East Somerville then later graduated from Somerville’s Technical Trade School in 1987 with a degree in auto repair while working as a auto mechanic. Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Special Person of the Week:Joe Hamel
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MALDEN – Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Malden Chief of Police Kevin Molis are seeking the public’s assistance on the 29th anniversary of the homicide of Sheila Levesque. On March 12, 1988, Sheila Levesque, a 35-year-old mother of six children was stabbed to death in her home in Malden.
Continue reading Investigators Seeking Public’s Assistance on 29th Anniversary of Malden Unsolved Homicide
By Bob Katzen
The Legislature’s new Committee on Marijuana Policy will hold its first public hearing Monday, March 20 at 11 a.m. in hearing rooms A-1 and A-2 of the State House. Continue reading POT COMMITTEE TO MEET MARCH 20th at State House
Our condolences go out to the Cremin family and Albert Rodgers and the Pyke family for the loss of Christine Cremin.
The Somerville community has suffered yet another loss with the loss of Christine who was a very well liked and respected person in the city. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Christine Cremin
By Bob Katzen
The House 34-124, rejected a Republican-sponsored amendment that would withhold local aid from any cities or towns that do not enforce federal immigration laws. Continue reading PUNISH “SANCTUARY” CITIES AND TOWNS BILL REJECTED
By Bob Katzen
The House considered a GOP-sponsored proposal to require applicants and household members over the age of 18 to provide a social security number upon application for public housing and prohibit anyone who does not supply the number from being eligible for housing. Continue reading ELIGIBILITY FOR PUBLIC HOUSING PROPOSAL
By Bob Katzen
The House 128-29, approved a Democratic leadership-sponsored amendment prohibiting a proposal requiring sponsors of immigrants who have green cards (lawful permanent residents) to reimburse the state for any means-tested state assistance the immigrant receives from taking effect, until after the state conducts a study of the current system and receives any federal waivers necessary. Continue reading STUDY REQUIRING THAT SPONSOR PAY FOR IMMIGRANTS
Congratulations go out to two nice guys named Mike from Somerville, who were both elected to the Board of directors of the Somerville Municipal Federal Credit Union this week. Mike Santangelo and Mike Cabral.
We here at the Somerville News Weekly wish them both all the best!
By Bob Katzen
Bill (H 4000 – House 107-42, approved a Democratic leadership-sponsored amendment prohibiting a proposal that would allow honorably discharged veterans to pay the preferred, lower in-state tuition rates and fees at Massachusetts state universities from taking effect until the Department of Higher Education studies the impact of the lower rates for veterans. Continue reading STUDY LOWER TUITION RATES FOR VETERANS
By Bob Katzen
House 103-46, approved a Democratic leadership-sponsored amendment prohibiting a proposal barring illegal immigrant students from paying the preferred, lower in-state tuition rates and fees at Massachusetts state universities from taking effect until the Department of Higher Education studies the impact of the barring. Continue reading STUDY PROHIBITING LOWER TUITION RATES FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. The debate over immigration continues to dominate the news following President Trump’s new version of an executive order restricting travel to the U.S. from six countries with links to terrorism.
Where do local state representatives stand on the immigration issue? Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 41 – Report No. 10March 6-10, 2017
By William Tauro
This past Friday evening officers including Police Chief David Fallon of the Somerville Police Department and members of Somerville’s Teen Empowerment joined forces and played a game of hoop at their annual basketball game tournament.
Continue reading Annual Somerville Police Teen Empowerment Basketball Game at ESCS
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, March 11, the 70th day of 2017 with 295 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:03 and sunset is @ 5:44. 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: 537 – The Goths began their siege on Rome. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 5 Alderman Mark Niedergang, and the City of Somerville’s Engineering Department invite all interested residents to a community meeting to discuss the ongoing Cedar Street Water and Sewer Infrastructure Upgrade Project, on Tuesday, March 21, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria in the Kennedy School, 5 Cherry St. Continue reading Community Meeting to Discuss Cedar St. Infrastructure Project Updates, March 21
Our two social workers, Natasha Naim, LCSW, and Ashley Speliotis, LICSW provide assistance with the challenges and rewards of aging! Come talk with Natasha and Ashley about how you can volunteer or how to obtain assistance for yourself. Continue reading A Message From Somerville COA Social Services
Qualifying seniors, persons facing extreme hardship, persons with certain disabilities, Disabled Veterans, Widows and minors with deceased parents may apply for additional exemptions. Continue reading Exemptions for Qualifying Seniors, Persons with Disabilities, Disabled Veterans, Widows and Others
To help o set costs for homeowners who live in Somerville, the City o ers exemp- tions and deferral programs for seniors, veterans, persons with disabilities, widows, and residents with nancial hardships, in addition to our Residential Exemption of 35% (the highest in the state!) See inside for details and how to apply by the 2017 deadline, April 3. Continue reading Homeowners: Save $$ on Tax Bills!
Renters and property owners can schedule a Mass Save© no-cost Home Energy Assessment, the rst step in identi- fying ways to save on your heat and electric bills and make your home more comfortable. Continue reading Message From The Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development
If you can’t wait for warm weather to take a tour of the Prospect Hill Tower or you’re unable to make the climb, check out this video that gives you a look at the newly renovated landmark and gives you some of the area’s history.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, March 10, the 69th day of 2017 with 296 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:04 and sunset is @ 5:43. 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:0241 BC – The Roman fleet sank 50 Carthaginian ships in the Battle of Aegusa. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Youth leaders work to prevent smoking among Somerville peers.
SOMERVILLE – Somerville Cares About Prevention (SCAP) announced today that its youth leadership group, Somerville Positive Forces, Junior Edition, will take to the streets on March 8 to promote smoking prevention messages in a colorful way along sidewalks around Somerville High School as part of the National “Kick Butts” Campaign. SPFJr. is a group of Somerville middle school students that work to reduce youth substance abuse and related issues such as bullying. Continue reading SPFJr. Youth Leaders Want Peers to Know, “Most SHS Students DON’T Smoke!”
See “George Washington… on Prospect Hill?” from the comfort of your own home
SOMERVILLE – You can now visit Prospect Hill Tower year round through the newly released virtual tour video: http://www.somervillema.gov/prospecthilltour. Prospect Hill Tower was built in 1903 with funds from the Union Square Women’s Organization to commemorate the site where the first American flag was raised during the Revolutionary War. Continue reading Prospect Hill Tower Virtual Tour Video Now Available Online
Will Mbah is running for Alderman at Large, to represent the whole city of Somerville.
Continue reading Committee to Elect Wilfred Mbah Fundraiser
By Frank Santangelo
Help for a “former” Villen. Are we ever a “former” of this beautiful city? It runs deep in our blood and it always will. Continue reading Help For a “Former” Villen
By William Tauro
The Somerville News Weekly is going to offer a complete lobster dinner for 10 people, a $500 value at the Mount Vernon Restaurant in Somerville, to the first person that can prove to us that Somerville is still legally a documented sanctuary city since 1989.
This offer will be valid with an ending date on March 13th, 2017 since we had 30 years to figure it out in the first place. Continue reading $500 LOBSTER DINNER REWARD OFFERED IF PROOF OF SOMERVILLE’S LEGAL SANCTUARY CITY STATUS STILL EXIST SINCE 1989
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Our condolences go out to the Glines family for the loss of Teresa A. (Konick) Glines.
Teresa was the mother of our good friend Somerville Attorney Stephen Glines. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Teresa A. (Konick) Glines
The FTC in 2015 reported that of the 3,083,379 complaints received, 490,220 were #identitytheft related issues. Here are 5 simple steps you use to get your started and #stopfraud. It is not too late. #consumerprotection #themoreyouknow Continue reading Five Ways To Help Protect Your Family
This initiative allows Somerville to charge a small fee on new development for a fund for job training and placement, and helps us harness new growth to ensure there are opportunities for all in Somerville. Somerville Community Corporation (SCC) understands that one way to ensure development without displacement is to help people get living wage jobs, and we appreciate all of their work and support! Continue reading Rep Christine Barber Receives Norris Weston Award
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, March 09, the 68th day of 2017 with 297 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:06 and sunset is @ 5:42. 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: 1454 – Amerigo Vespucci was born in Florence, Italy. Matthias Ringmann, a German mapmaker, named the American continent in his honor.
Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Get the Irish Film Festival on yer schedule in two weeks……Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km & B.A. Event Promotions is once again the major sponsor of this great film festival in Somerville, Massachusetts. Continue reading Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km major sponsor of Irish Film Festival in Somerville
Applicants invited; train for accreditation to provide basic pro-bono immigration services to fellow residents
Continue reading Basic Immigration Law Training for Somerville NonProfit and Community Volunteers
By William Tauro
This past Wednesday evening, Ward 5 Alderman Mark Niedergang held a fundraiser that packed the house at the Olde Magoun’s Saloon that’s located on Medford Street in Somerville.
Continue reading Mark Niedergang Fundraiser Rocks The House
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, March 08, the 67th day of 2017 with 298 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:08 and sunset is @ 5:41. 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: 1618 – Johann Kepler discovered the third Law of Planetary Motion. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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Municipal zoning regulations throughout MA are freezing people out of our communities. The gap between progressive rhetoric and regressive zoning needs to be eliminated. Continue reading Mayor Joseph Curtatone on Municipal Zoning Regulations
By Matthew McLaughlin
Development in Somerville is easily one of the most contentious issues I deal with as a Ward Alderman. Some proposals can raise neighborhood concerns such as the sufficiency of parking, to density, to affordability. Others are more well-received by the community and are seen as benefits to the neighborhood. Continue reading What a Revolting Development: Housing Stalls in East Somerville
Welcome to the greatest sports family in Somerville. With SPW, you will learn that your child will not only learn the sport of football and cheer but they will learn about honor, loyalty, good sportsmanship, leadership, respect, team work, hard work and most important, just how to have fun.
Continue reading Somerville Pop Warner Football and Cheer 2017
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A report was called into Somerville Police and heard over the police scanner early Wednesday afternoon that a man was on the second floor of the main Somerville Library taking off his clothes. 
