Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
I would ask that on behalf of all home and business owners, there be a full investigation on the water and sewer bills and accounting of money received and paid out to repairs of the sewer, water lines and salaries of city workers and all contractors.
Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Somerville Water and Sewer Bills
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Ruth Hazel Maloney on her passing.
Ruth Hazel Maloney will be sadly missed here in Somerville.
RESPOND would like to thank all guests, donors and our Benefactor Sponsor, Pegasystems, and Community Service Sponsors, Federal Realty Investment Trust, Nancy Busnach and Joe D’Ovidio, Rockland Trust – Peoples Federal Foundation, and Winter Hill Bank. This generosity helps RESPOND serve over 10,000 people in the community each year. Continue reading A World of Thanks From RESPOND
Advertise today for only $25 a week (4 month min)and be billed/pay later!
Continue reading Advertise In The Somerville News Weekly & Get Your Business Noticed By Thousands!
On 4/29/2018, I (Officer Devin Schneider) was in full uniform while assigned to marked cruiser East-1 during the 4pm-12am shift. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Justin ZOMPANTI (OUI Liquor, Malicious Destr of Prop Over)
Dear Dr. Rizkallah (cc: Somerville News Weekly. Attorney Joel Rosen, Zone Smart Somerville),
My apologies for not getting back to you in response to your claims on the Demolition Review Ordinance, most of which I think are wildly overblown and simply inaccurate. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Ward 5 Alderman Mark Niedergang’s Reply to Regarding Published Misinformation Regarding Demolition Review
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, April 30, the 120th day of 2018 with 245 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:40 and sunset is @7:41. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 0030 – Jesus of Nazareth was crucified. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Photos by Rosalee Zammuto
By William Tauro
This past Sunday dozens of participants gathered in Davis Square at the Buena Vista Lot to celebrate Color Fest 2018.
Audit Shows Inadequate Recycling Practices Could be Wasting Taxpayer Dollars
BOSTON, MA —The Executive branch agency charged with management of properties owned and leased by the Commonwealth is not ensuring solid waste recycling takes place in those buildings, despite an executive order to do so, according to an audit released today by State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump. Continue reading State Auditor Suzanne Bump: DCAMM is a “Poor Steward of Earth and Taxpayer Dollars”
SOMERVILLE – Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and the Board of Aldermen invite residents to the Spring 2018 ResiStat Community Meetings, a twice-yearly effort to share the latest City news, data, and neighborhood updates directly with residents and gather their feedback. Continue reading Somerville Spring 2018 ResiStat Meeting Schedule
This celebration for people of all ages combines the worlds of comics, graphic novels, film and television, anime, science fiction, cartoons, books, fantasy, gaming, and collectibles. There will be costumes, a super hero scavenger hunt, K-pop trivia, free comic books, a visit from Imperial troopers, magic wands, free food, and more.
Phase I of the new Somerville High School building project began this month, according to Somerville Public Schools’ April 17 Connections newsletter.
For this first time, Somerville residents will be able to invest in small-denomination municipal bonds – minibonds – during a purchase period this May.
Affordable housing: This year the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust will distribute $1.2 million in funding to projects that create, preserve and support affordable housing in the city. Local residents, businesses and organizations are invited submit proposals, and the application deadline is May 24.
Continue reading Two More Ways to Get Involved with Housing Issues
A second public hearing on the proposed transfer fee home rule petition has been scheduled for Monday, May 7, starting at 6 p.m. at City Hall. You can learn more about the proposal on the City website.
If you like data, updates on what’s happening in your neighborhood, talking with elected officials and city staff, and/or pizza, read on.
By Bob Katzen
The law signed by Gov. Baker at the end of July 2017 that prohibits an employer from discriminating against, refusing to employ or firing a woman because she is pregnant or has a condition related to pregnancy took effect on April 1.
Continue reading CHAIR FOR PREGNANT WOMEN IS PLACED OUTSIDE THE HOUSE CHAMBER
By Bob Katzen
The House gave initial approval to a measure that makes exceptions to the current law that prohibits all Lottery employees and their spouse, child, brother, sister or parent living with them to buy a Lottery ticket.
Continue reading SENATE TO ALLOW LOTTERY EMPLOYEES TO BUY LOTTERY TICKETS
By Bob Katzen
Senate 35-3, approved an amendment allowing early voting for five days before the Sept. 4 primary election between Aug. 27 through Aug. 31. Early voting was first used in the Nov. 2016 election but current state law only allows early voting for the November General Elections, not the primaries.
Continue reading SENATE APPROVES TO ALLOW EARLY VOTING FOR STATE PRIMARY ELECTIONS
By Bob Katzen
House 136-19, approved an amendment that would cut off local aid to sanctuary cities but delay the cutoff until the Office of Public Safety furnishes a study of the cutoff’s impact on the public safety of the state, cities and towns. The amendment is essentially meaningless because as in past years, the study will never be done, and it is just a way to kill the cutoff without having a direct vote on the cutoff itself.
Continue reading HOUSE APPROVES TO INDEFINITELY DELAY CUTTING OFF LOCAL AID TO SANCTUARY CITIES
By Bob Katzen
The House 10-145 rejected an amendment that would allow state and local law enforcement agencies to arrest and hold a person without a warrant if the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has issued an immigration detainer on that person. The amendment was proposed in response to a July 2017 ruling of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) that ruled local law enforcement could not assist federal immigration agents in enforcing federal civil enforcement immigration detainers.
Continue reading HOUSE REJECTS TO HOLD DETAINED IMMIGRANTS WITHOUT A WARRANT
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of April 23-27.
Most of the House roll calls are on proposed amendments to the $41 billion fiscal 2019 state budget that the House considered for four days last week.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 43 – Report No. 17 April 23-27, 2018
Listen to music on your neighbors porches throughout the City.
SOMERVILLE – Have you ever sat on your porch and overheard a neighbor strumming guitar on another porch? PorchFest takes this idea and multiplies it to create a city-wide event where Somervillians share their love of playing and listening to music.
Members of the public are invited to attend the second public hearing hosted by the Board of Aldermen to discuss the updated proposal for a transfer fee home rule petition. The hearing will take place on Monday, May 7, at 6 p.m., at Somerville City Hall on the 2nd Floor in the Aldermanic Chambers. Continue reading Somerville: 2nd Public Hearing on Proposed Transfer Fee Home Rule Petition Monday, May 7
Please join Somerville Commissioner of Veterans’ Services Bryan Bishop and project design team CBA Landscape Architects on Tuesday, May 1, for the second community meeting to discuss the redesign of Henry Hansen Park. Continue reading Somerville Henry Hansen Park Redesign Community Meeting #2, May 1
Bill Woods is the husband of Eileen McMahon Woods from Somerville.
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, April 29, the 119th day of 2018 with 246 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:42 and sunset is @ 7:40. The full “Pink Moon,” is exact @ 8:59 AM EDT. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1289 – Qala’un, the Sultan of Egypt, captured Tripoli.
1429 – Joan of Arc led Orleans, France, to victory over Britain. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Date: Saturday, May 19th from 10am – 3:30pm at the Somerville Community Growing Center (22 Vinal Ave).
Need to clean out your closets? Donations are greatly appreciated in order to make this fundraiser a success! We are looking for items that are in *saleable* condition.
Continue reading The Somerville Community Growing Center Benefit Yard Sale – Seeking Donations!
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Theresa Shelzi on her passing. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Theresa Shelzi
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Ida D’Ovidio on her passing this past month.
Ida D’Ovidio was a wonderful lady who will be sadly missed here in Somerville by many.
The City of Somerville Tree Warden invites all interested residents and community members to a public hearing on Wednesday, May 2, to discuss upcoming tree removal as part of the rehabilitation of Prospect Hill Park. Continue reading Public Hearing to Discuss Tree Removal for Prospect Hill Park Project, May 2
BOSTON — The Massachusetts State Senate voted Thursday to pass several pieces of consumer protection legislation, including a bill to protect individuals who default on their educational loans from professional licensure penalties, and another to protect the personal information of consumers in the case of data breaches, like the one seen at Equifax, and provide free credit freezes for all consumers.
Continue reading SENATE PASSES CONSUMER PROTECTION LEGISLATION
Join the Somerville Bicycle Advisory Committee (SBAC) on Sunday, April 29, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Aeronaut Brewery (14 Tyler St.) for a celebration to kick off Bay State Bike Week. Continue reading Reminder: Bike Month Kickoff Event to be Held Sunday, April 29
The game was Youth and Police playing together to build relationships and breakdown barriers. The game was won by the Team in Black over the team in Red 67-51.
Greetings all – I am delighted to announce that I’ll be participating again in Somerville Open Studios and would love it if you could stop by and see my latest work consisting of two large pieces never before displayed.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, April 28, the 118th day of 2018 with 247 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:43 and sunset is @ 7:39. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 0357 – Constantius II visited Rome for the first time. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Proposed Transfer Fee Hearing Coming Up
A second public hearing on the proposed transfer fee home rule petition has been scheduled for Monday, May 7, starting at 6 p.m. at City Hall. You can learn more about the proposal on the City website.
Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Somerville Transfer Fee Tax Meetings
By William Tauro
This past Thursday evening, the Somerville community groups joined forces to demand City Hall support working families, not out-of-town developers.
Continue reading Somerville Stands Together Marches to City Hall to Rally in Record Numbers
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, April 26, the 116th day of 2018 with 249 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:46 and sunset is @ 7:37. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1478 – Pazzi conspirators attacked Lorenzo and killed Giuliano de’Medici. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
This Thursday The Center for Teen Empowerment, Inc. Library Leaders will host a screening of “An Inconvenient Sequel,” for fellow youth as part of SustainaVille Week. The event starts at 3 p.m. at Somerville Public Library (MA). This is just one of many events planned for SustainaVille Week. For a full schedule visit somervillema.gov/SustainaVille.
Safely get rid of unused medication this Saturday during Prescription Drug Take Back Day. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. you can take unused pills (liquid medication is not accepted) to either the Somerville Fire Department station at 6 Newbury St. or the Public Safety Building at 220 Washington St. Please remove any identifying information from prescription bottles.
Continue reading Somerville Police Prescription Drug Take Back Day
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, April 25, the 115th day of 2018 with 250 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:47 and sunset is @ 7:36. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1590 – The Sultan of Morocco launched his successful attack to capture Timbuktu. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, April 24, the 114th day of 2018 with 251 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:49 and sunset is @ 7:34. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1519 – Envoys of Montezuma II attended the first Easter mass in Central America. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Tina Kneeland, Kenneth Webb, David “Ace” Vendetti, Matt Cyrus, Hirsh Gardner, Bob Medeiros, Michael David, Karen Chaille Lima, Joey McEdmunds, Nancy Medeiros, Richard Scirocco, Former Somerville Dorothy Kelly Gay, Vincent Migliore, Brett Henry, Mike Moccia, Timothy F Cottier, Jeffrey Snow and Happy 6th Birthday to Princess Bree!
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Somerville residents, If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship or have been the victim of a Sexual Assault, please contact our Family Services Bureau. We have an in-house victim/witness advocate who is here to help and answer any questions you may have to keep you and your family safe. #stopdomesticviolence
By William Tauro
It has been bubbling up for a few weeks….and it is gaining a real head of steam now…..the whistle is now blowing Somerville……there is talk of an intentional deception in the proposed Demolition Review Ordinance.
Continue reading Deceptive Ordinance Acceptable to the Somerville Aldermen?
The following is a summary of events that pertain to incident # 18023337.
On April 4, 2018, I ( Officer Joseph Moreira) , was in full uniform operating marked unit 781 ( East-1). At 1641, I was dispatched to the xxxxx, xx Washington Street, for a report of an individual who was using fraudulent credit cards. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Pierre SILLICE (Forge Credit Card, Poss Blank Credit Card, Identity Fraud, Force RMV Doc…)
I, Sergeant Michael McCarey, report the following summary of events based on direct and indirect interview with the persons named.
On Sunday, April 22, 2018, I, Sergeant McCarey, was in full-uniform and assigned to marked patrol cruiser unit #789, overseeing east Somerville as patrol supervisor for the Somerville Police Department. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Daniel ORELLANA (OUI Liquor)
On 4/18/2018, I (Officer Devin Schneider) was in full uniform while assigned to marked cruiser East-1 during the 8pm-4pm shift. At approximately 10:14am I responded to xxxx, located at xx Middlesex Avenue, for a report of a shoplifter. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Wilfredo RIVERA (Larceny Over, Removal of Theft Detection Device)
On, 04/18/2018, while assigned to marked unit East-4, I was on routine patrol at a red-light near the intersection of Temple Street and Mystic Ave, both public ways in the city of Somerville. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Ronnie MENDES (OUI Liquor, Negl. MV Op, Op MV w/Susp Reg.)
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
According to this week’s Boston Globe Magazine, Somerville wasn’t even in the running for the 2018 Top Spots to Live in Massachusetts, 12 communities where demanding prices are surging the most. Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Letter to the Editor:Curtatone Ego Buster Somerville Wasn’t Even in the Running For “Top Spots To Live in Massachusetts!”
Michael Everett “Mike” Capuano born January 9, 1952 is a very well liked and respected politician who serves as the U.S. Representative for Massachusetts’s 7th congressional district. A member of the Democratic Party, his district includes the northern three-fourths of Boston, as well as Somerville and Cambridge. Prior to being elected to Congress he served as an Alderman and later Mayor of Somerville.
Continue reading THE SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK MIKE CAPUANO
Photos by Frankie Saint
By William Tauro
This past Saturday April 21 dozens of volunteers participated and enjoyed a day at the 2018 Somerville Annual Spring Clean-Up & Earth Day Barbeque at the Blessing of the Bays Boathouse on Shore Drive in Somerville.
Continue reading Somerville Annual Spring Clean-Up & Earth Day Barbeque
On April 11th, 2018 I, Officer Steven Scrugli (Badge #348) was on uniformed patrol in unit East-1 with Officer Tim Van Nostrand. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Zachary COLON (Armed Robbery)
“Report entered by SPD Records Personnel based upon report by SHA (LC)”
The following is a brief summary of facts pertaining to incident #18021885.
On 04/13/2018 at 5pm while getting on duty for the Somerville Housing Police, I observed a dozen individuals jumping around between the rear of 5 Canal and 5 River Road. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Jamal ESCOBAR (Trespass)
On April 11th, 2018, I (Officer Devin Schneider) was in full uniform while assigned to marked cruiser East-1 during the 4pm-12am shift. The following report is a summary of the events that I witnessed, as they pertain to incident #18021404: Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Jamal ESCOBAR (Disorderly, Threat to Commit)
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, April 23, the 113th day of 2018 with 252 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:50 and sunset is @ 7:33. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1348 – The first English order of knighthood was founded. It was the Order of the Garter.
1500 – Pedro Cabal claimed Brazil for Portugal. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Two immediate questions to the city and assessor’s office:
1) Devaluing my property by removing my current right to add a 3rd unit, how does the city plan to reassess for that lost value? I assume my taxes will be reduced proportionately to its diminished value.
Get rid of unused and unwanted prescription medications and help reduce overdose and abuse. You can bring unwanted medications to drop-off sites at the Public Safety Building (220 Washington St.) and the Teele Square Fire Station (6 Newbury St.) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The drop-off kiosk in the Public Safety Building is available 24/7 all year round.
Join us to discuss a potential rerouting of the MBTA #91 bus route in the Lincoln Park neighborhood as well as other transportation and traffic safety matters in the Union and Inman Square area beginning at 6 p.m. in the Public Safety Building, 220 Washington St. The forum will be broken into topic-specific segments, so visit the link below for the full schedule.
While working on the intersection of Highland Avenue and Cedar Street, contractors encountered unexpected issues. That means the intersection will continue to be closed during workday hours – from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – until approximately May 3.
Continue reading Local Businesses Remain Open During Highland Avenue and Cedar Street Detour
Small businesses in Somerville may be able to receive free consulting services related to business planning, bookkeeping, financial management, marketing and sales, and operations. Continue reading Free Consulting for Somerville Businesses
Community Preservation Act resources fund affordable housing, recreation, open space and historic preservation projects throughout Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Community Preservation Act Funding Opportunities
Registration is now open for two Somerville Arts Council summer programs for kids:
Continue reading Summer Arts Programs for Kids in Somerville
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, April 22, the 112th day of 2018 with 253 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:52 and sunset is @ 7:32. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1500 – Portuguese navigator Pedro Alvares Cabral discovered Brazil. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
SOMERVILLE, Mass. — On Saturday, May 19, students and staff members from four Somerville schools will participate in the 9th Annual Playworks Run for Recess 5K presented by Playworks New England in partnership with the New Balance Foundation. Continue reading Somerville Schools Pound the Pavement for Play during the 9th Annual Playworks Run for Recess 5K Presented by Playworks New England and the New Balance Foundation Saturday, May 19
Applicant must be a Somerville resident who works at or serves on the board of a Somerville non-profit community-based organization
SOMERVILLE – The Somerville Fair Housing Commission was formed to help prevent housing discrimination in Somerville. Continue reading SOMERVILLE SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR FAIR HOUSING COMMISSION VACANCY
To discuss a potential rerouting of the MBTA #91 bus route in the Lincoln Park neighborhood as well as other transportation and traffic safety matters in the Union and Inman Square area, Continue reading Union Square and Inman Square Neighborhood Transportation Forum, 4/24
BOSTON, MA —Today State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump released an audit examining MassHealth payments for drug tests and drug screens. The audit found that over the nearly four year audit period MassHealth overpaid claims for these services by as much as $4.38 million. Continue reading Audit Shows MassHealth Still Overpaying for Drug Tests and Drug Screens
(Somerville, MA) Naveo Credit Union has been selected to participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s Equity Builder Program (EBP). The EBP offers grants to provide assistance with down payments and closing costs eligible individuals purchasing their first home.
By William Tauro
This past Sunday the Somerville Lion’s Club held its annual Charity Brunch at the Mount Vernon Restaurant In Somerville. Continue reading Sundays Somerville Lion’s Club Annual Charity Brunch Photos
Hi. I wanted to tell you about our group for Somerville mothers who were “fed up” and started a non profit called The Yellow Diamonds . Sunday April 22nd.
Continue reading Somerville Mother’s Introduce “The Yellow Diamonds”
By Bob Katzen
The House gave initial approval to a bill making “Roadrunner” the official rock song of the commonwealth. Natick native Jonathan Richman led the group Modern Lovers who sang the tune as a 1970s ode to the joys of driving along Massachusetts’ Route 128 late at night. The bill is co-sponsored this year by Reps. David Linsky (D-Natick) and Denise Provost (D-Somerville).
Continue reading SENATE APPROVES ROADRUNNER OFFICIAL ROCK SONG OF MASSACHUSETTS
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ and representatives’ votes on recent roll calls. There were no roll calls in either branch last week. The House and Senate held only brief session as is the custom during Spring Break.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 43 – Report No. 16 April 16-20, 2018
Minibonds will allow residents the chance to earn tax-exempt interest while investing directly in Somerville’s future
Proceeds from the sale of minibonds will support projects like Lincoln Park renovation, West Branch Library design, street and sidewalk improvements, and more
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville will soon offer residents the opportunity to invest in Somerville’s future by purchasing minibonds. Minibonds not only allow purchasers to directly support the community’s collective goals by investing in the financing of some of Somerville’s capital projects, they also enable residents to earn tax-exempt interest. Continue reading SOMERVILLE TO OFFER RESIDENTS THE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE MINIBONDS
Somerville Affordable Housing Trust Fund now accepting proposals in two categories:
Rental assistance programs or development projects creating affordable housing units
SOMERVILLE – The Somerville Affordable Housing Trust (SAHT) invites local residents, organizations, and businesses to submit applications for the funding of eligible affordable housing programs or projects via its annual distribution of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds. Continue reading FY18 COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUNDING APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE: DEADLINE MAY 23, 2018
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, April 21, the 111th day of 2018 with 254 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:54 and sunset is @ 7:31. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 753 BC – Today is the traditional date of the foundation of Rome. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Mark Niedergang, Ward 5 Alderman
In this issue:
• New plan for Real Estate Transfer Fee Home Rule Petition
• Update on the Administration’s proposed citywide zoning overhaul
• Fields Master Plan, Draw 7 Park, and Conway field closure
• Construction in Ward 5: Cedar-Highland intersection closed 2 more weeks; Green Line Extension (GLX) construction to begin soon
• Upcoming events and meetings
New plan for Real Estate Transfer Fee Home Rule Petition
All owner-occupants, both sellers and buyers, will be exempt from the fee under a new plan developed by Alderman-at-Large Stephanie Hirsch, and supported by the Board of Aldermen (BOA) in a unanimous vote on April 11th. Continue reading Mark Niedergang, Ward 5 Alderman:Transfer Fee New Plan, Zoning Overhaul, Fields Master Plan, Construction in Ward 5
Thank you Mark (cc All Alderman, Goran Smiljic, Building Inspectors, The Somerville News Weekly, and Zone Smart Somerville, Attorney Joel Rosen, Attorney Dave Shapiro ),
To the editor,
‘The Somerville News Weekly’
Sir,
We are facing an attrition of affordable housing in the city. The affordable housing inclusionary regulations only include new construction, not the renovation of existing multi-family complexes into ‘Luxury apartments”.
Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Affordable Housing Somerville
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, April 20, the 110th day of 2018 with 255 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:55 and sunset is @ 7:30. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1139 – The Second Lateran Council opened in Rome.
1534 – Jacques Cartier, a French explorer, set sail from St. Malo to explore the North American coastline. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of James W. Stace on his passing.
Jim was a 50 year resident of Somerville as well as the former Director of Information Technology for the city of Somerville.
TO: The Editor
Sir,
I would like to take the opportunity to clarify and correct some recent assertions made regarding the draft demolition review ordinance. The new draft has been the subject of many revisions over several years to replace the confusing and inadequate current ordinance. The intent of the revision is to clarify the language and make it less confusing while bringing it alongside the context of ‘SomerVision’.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, April 19, the 109th day of 2018 with 256 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:57 and sunset is @ 7:29. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1012 – Aelfheah was murdered by Danes who had been ravaging the south of England. Aelfhear became the 29th Archbishop of Canterbury in 1005. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Click on link below to hear broadcast:
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This Roundtable session with Billy Tauro will be possibly red flagged as one of the most important Roundtables sessions that we have ever broadcasted to date.
Somerville Department of Public Works employee Theresa Hussey’s Employment Appointing Authority hearing will be held on Friday April 20th at 10:30am.
—Somerville MA residents, If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship or have been the victim of a Sexual Assault, please contact our Family Services Bureau.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, April 18, the 108th day of 2018 with 257 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:58 and sunset is @ 7:28. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1521 – Martin Luther confronted the emperor Charles V in the Diet of Worms and refused to retract his views that led to his excommunication. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, April 17, the 107th day of 2018 with 258 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:00 and sunset is @ 7:27. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1492 – Christopher Columbus signed a contract with Spain to find a passage to Asia and the Indies. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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RE:Transfer Tax Fee
Ann says:
The text of the transfer tax memo. Don’t trust the 1%. Ill defined also allows room to expand. Also mentioned potential assistance to businesses. Rumor has it that BOA have promised their votes to Revolution. Continue reading Top Comments Somerville News Weekly of the Week
Joe Lynch, the host of our local tv show “Greater Somerville with Joe Lynch”!
Joes a great guy and really cares about Somerville.
Continue reading THE SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK JOE LYNCH
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Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Charles Sillari, John DiMille, Mark Moss, Hannah Johnson, Dennis Hodgdon, Nicole Farrell, Marco Mariano, H. Robert Huke, Anthony Kuma, Kaitlyn Cargill, Bryan Bishop, Nathália Storch Braga, Robert Finos, Mena Tuccinardi, Joan Dwyer, Dina Benevides, Nancy Beach Bunny Shea, Jack Connolly, Frank Bakey, Jimmy Loveless, Celia Miller-Saltman, Ron Tauro, Somerville Alderman Katjana Ballantyne, Anthoy Khabir,John Kerins, Bob Ciampi, Happy 68th Birthday to Mrs Gambino, Happy 80 Birthday to Eddie Cardillo, Happy 81st Birthday to Yvonne Ross and Happy 3rd Birthday to our little cousin Domenic!
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Scott Foster, the son of Herb and Diane Foster was born in 1971 He was the first person born in Massachusetts to be diagnosed with Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD) by the state’s newborn screening program a href=”#”link/a.
(Somerville, MA) Naveo Credit Union’s Scholarship Committee awarded three scholarships of $1,000 each to local students during their Annual Meeting. Scholarship recipients for the 2018-2019 school year were John Da Silva of Somerville, Victoria Raschi of Medford and Charles Casey Rideout of Cambridge. Continue reading Naveo Credit Union awards $3,000 in scholarships to recipients of the Carlos Faria and Victor Da Silva Memorial Scholarship
Somerville Department of Public Works employee Theresa Hussey’s Employment Appointing Authority hearing will be held on Friday April 20th at 10:30am.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, April 16, the 106th day of 2018 with 259 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:01 and sunset is @ 7:25. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 0069 – Otho committed suicide after being defeated by Vitellius’ troops at Bedriacum. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, April 15, the 105th day of 2018 with 260 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:03 and sunset is @ 7:24. The New Moon is exact @ 9:58 AM EDT. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1784 – The first balloon was flown in Ireland. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Place Yard Waste curbside on your trash day during yard waste weeks. You may place out in paper bags or barrels with “Yard Waste Only” stickers. Tie branches into 3ft x 3ft bundles.
Continue reading REMINDER: Somerville Yard Waste pickup begins next week!.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, April 14, the 104th day of 2018 with 261 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:05 and sunset is @ 7:23. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1775 – The first abolitionist society in U.S. was organized in Philadelphia with Ben Franklin as president. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Parade steps off from City Hall at 3PM.
SOMERVILLE – The 2018 Somerville Veterans Memorial Parade is gearing up for an incredible display on Sunday, May 20, beginning at 3:00 p.m. from Somerville City Hall. Continue reading 2018 Veterans Memorial Parade Planned for May 20
Starting this month, construction on the Green Line Extension (GLX) will continue to ramp up. Crews will begin to excavate test pits, remove trees along the Commuter Rail line (not along city streets), implement pest-control measures, work on utilities, move heavy equipment into place, and engage in pre-construction surveys of property.
Celebrate Arbor Day and Earth Day at the Quincy Street open space with a tree planting, art activities, a clothing swap, nature walks, art projects, and interactive activities for people of all ages
Continue reading Starting Over Festival Set for Sunday, April 22 at Quincy St. Park
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ and representatives’ votes on roll calls from the week of April 9-13.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 43 – Report No. 15 April 9-13, 2018
BOSTON – The Massachusetts Senate passed a three-year, $600 million investment of “Chapter 90” funding for local road and bridge repairs, continuing the legislature’s strong commitment to supporting our cities and towns.
BOSTON – The Massachusetts State Senate voted on Wednesday to pass the “Student Loan Bill of Rights,” giving greater protections to student loan borrowers in disputes with companies servicing their loans.
Continue reading Senate Passes Student Loan Bill of Rights to Protect Borrowers
Due to a forecast of extended rain and muddy conditions both before and during planned events, Patriots’ Day celebration activities planned for Monday, April 16, 2018, have been canceled with one exception. Continue reading Most Somerville Patriots’ Day Celebration Activities Canceled
There will be a Public Hearing before the Board of Aldermen’s Committee on Housing and Community Development on Monday, April 30, 2018, at 6:30 PM, in the Aldermanic Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 93 Highland Avenue, on the Order of Alderman Ben Ewen-Campen, Chair of the Committee, for public input on the condition of affordable housing units in the City, and whether there is an affordable housing crisis that constitutes a public emergency (Docket #205334). The public is invited to attend and be heard.
This past Friday morning at 0503hrs Engine 6 responded to a residence in West Somerville for an overdose. Upon successfully reviving the victim with narcan, Engine 6 determined the presence of possible fentanyl and immediately upgraded the response.
The City of Somerville Tree Warden invites all interested residents and community members to a public hearing on Wednesday, May 2, to discuss upcoming tree removal as part of the construction process for the Somerville Ave. Continue reading Public Hearing to Discuss Tree Removal Somerville Ave. Utility & Streetscape Improvements Project, May 2
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