By William Tauro
What else is missing from the news here in Somerville that they don’t want you to know? They, meaning the administration. The police only report stories of crimes or statistics that the administration wants you to see. Continue reading In Somerville You Only Hear What They Want You To Hear
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Lee Anderson on the passing of “Ace Thunder Buddy” Somerville’s Dog.
Ace has been a part of the Somerville community for the past 16 years where many of us have grown fond of him as he became a Somerville celebrity dog over the years with all of his hundreds of Facebook appearances. Continue reading Somerville Remembering “ACE THUNDER BUDDY” Somerville’s Dog 16 Years
By Bob Katzen
Legislation that would allow Massachusetts residents to purchase drugs from Canada will have a hearing in front of the Public Health Committee on September 9th between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. in room B-1 at the statehouse. Continue reading BUYING DRUGS FROM CANADA
By Bob Katzen
The Public Health Committee’s September 9th hearing will also hear testimony on a measure requiring the state to develop and publicize a statewide plan for ensuring the availability of prescription medications during a state of emergency. Continue reading ACCESS TO PRESCRIPTIONS DURING AN EMERGENCY
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House and Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on how often local representatives voted with their party leadership. Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 35 August 26-30, 2019
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: http://www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, August 31, the 243rd day of 2019 with 122 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:07 and sunset is @ 7:22. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1823 – Ferdinand VII was restored to the throne of Spain when invited French forces entered Cadiz. The event is known as the Battle of Trocadero. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Maria J. (Silveira) Chaves on her passing.
Maria was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville.
Continue reading Somerville Remembering Maria J. (Silveira) Chaves
The Cambridge Police Department held a ceremony this morning inside the Sullivan Chamber at the City of Cambridge City Hall for Jack Albert, who was promoted to the rank of Police Superintendent. Continue reading Somerville’s Neighboring City of Cambridge Gets New Police Superintendent
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Please share this email to Ward 5 City Councilor Mark Niedergang regarding Demolition Delay/Historic Ordinance
Dear Mark (With great attention to Alderman Ballantyne, Rossetti, and Scott – Who ask great and careful questions on this topic),
Thank you for sending the Flowchart showing the timeline delay of the Demo Review ordinance (for NON-Historic buildings) Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Letter To Ward 5 City Councilor Mark Niedergang Regarding Demolition Delay/Historic Ordinance
By William Tauro
This past Thursday evening the Somerville Police were notified of reports of a young male ringing doorbells and knocking on doors on Rush Street In Somerville. Continue reading 74 Year Old Somerville Widowed Grandmother Punched In Face During Home Invasion By 16 Year Old Illegal Immigrant
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, August 30, the 242nd day of 2019 with 123 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:06 and sunset is @ 7:23. The New Moon is exact @ 6:38 AM EDT. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1146 – European leaders outlawed the crossbow. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
The City’s annual vigil walk, in honor of the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, will be held on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at 6 p.m. Continue reading Annual 9/11 Vigil Walk Scheduled in Somerville
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville is seeking to fill vacancies on three commissions under the purview of the Health and Human Services Department: the Human Rights Commission, the Commission for Women, and the Commission for Persons with Disabilities. Continue reading City Seeking Members for Human Rights Commission, the Somerville Commission for Women, and the Commission for Persons with Disabilities
Recommendations to be discussed at September 4 City Council Committee meeting
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville Open Space Creation Task Force recently released a strategy memo with recommendations on new and innovative approaches for the creation of more open space in Somerville, the most densely populated city in New England. Continue reading Task Force Releases Recommendations for Creating More Open Space in Somerville
Somerville city councilor for ward 1, Matt McLaughlin was speaking at the memorial at the city hall concourse this past Thursday to recognize the 77 Somerville residents who died from opioid abuse, 7 who died this year. Continue reading Somerville Officials Recognize 77 Somerville Residents Who Died From Opioid Abuse
By William Tauro
The new pavement markings, signage, and traffic signal retiming on Broadway Between Magoun Square and McGrath Highway has many residents outraged and are demanding that these decision be reversed. Continue reading New Somerville Bus/Bike Lanes on Winter Hill Broadway Causing Mixed Reactions
By William Tauro
Recently another person fell victim and died this past week to that stretch of roadway in Somerville on Mystic Avenue considered and known as “Somerville’s Death Trap.” Continue reading Somerville’s Mystic Avenue Is A Death Trap
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, August 29, the 241st day of 2019 with 124 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:05 and sunset is @ 7:25. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1828 – A patent was issued to Robert Turner for the self-regulating wagon brake. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Photo:
From left: Priyadarshini Kumar, ELA/Humanities teacher at Edwards Middle School; Jeff Bellows, VP of Corporate Citizenship + Public Affairs at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts; and Erin McAleer, President of Project Bread
Edwards Middle School teacher Priyadarshini Kumar honored by Project Bread, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts for commitment to ending student hunger Continue reading Somerville Educator Receives Teacher Champion Award
Name: After Hours – Bow Market
Date: September 5, 2019
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
Continue reading Somerville Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours – Bow Market Sponsored by Great Hill Dental
More than 50 businesses help to sustain a more inclusive farmers market
[Somerville, MA, August 26, 2019] Food insecurity is real in Somerville: 9.5% of residents rely on SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and more than 50% of Somerville Public School students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Continue reading Good Food For All Raises Funds to Provide Match for 600 Families
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, August 27, the 239th day of 2019 with 126 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:03 and sunset is @ 7:28. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1660 – The books of John Milton were burned in London due to his attacks on King Charles II. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
By William Tauro
This past Sunday, just one day after my daughter’s wedding, I attended a wake in Somerville. It was definitely a sad occasion especially after the day I married my daughter off. Continue reading I Felt Guilty For a Few Minutes For Somerville Mayor and DPW Commissioner, Then I Realized They Made Their Own Beds With No Consideration For Others
Click on link below to read:August 27th, 2019 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online (1) (1) (1)
Joe Vivolo is a retired Somerville Police Officer who has also later retired from the Somerville Traffic & Parking Department as a hearing officer. Continue reading THE SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK JOE VIVOLO
Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Theresa Wahlberg, Ashley Rebelo, Ronnie Tauro, Ellie Loder Chute, Alfred Martins, Stan Boliver, Rui DeMedeiros, Rep Christine Barber, Tom Cappiello, Cheryl Endicott-Ribeiro, Stephanie Almeida, Joao Benevides, J Steve Dalrymple, Sue Barry, Perry D’Alelio, Julie Glassman, Jason Robert, Deb Shea Fede, Dave Oliveira, Isabel Mercauto, Michael A Gilberg, Linda Arias, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
On August 25, 2019 I was working Patrol in Cruiser W6 on the day shift. At around 1430 I was dispatched to the 711 Store (11 College AV) for an “assault.” Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Mark GALLOWAY (A&B DW, Possess Class A Drug)
On Monday, 8/19/19, I was working my assigned 8AM to 4PM shift in the East-1 cruiser. At approximately 10:17AM, Officer Justin Buswell (East-4), and I were dispatched to 21 Michigan Avenue, apartment x, for a check condition. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Terrance MORRISON (A&B PO x 5, Resisting & Cambridge Warrants)
On Monday, August 19, 2019, while assigned to marked unit West-6, I, Officer Ashley Catatao, was dispatched to the Goodwill Store, located at 230 Elm Street, for the report of an unwanted party refusing to leave the store. Marked units West-5 and West-7 also responded. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Ithamar SANTANA (Disorderly Conduct)
The following is a brief summary pertaining to Incident #19047693
On Tuesday, August 20th, 2019 I, Detective Goncalves, was working in the Somerville Police Drug Unit as Delta-20. At approximately 7:15 p.m., Detectives observed a XXXX, operating a green Honda Accord bearing Massachusetts registration xxxx. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Shami GRANT (PWID B)
Looking to get more involved in your community? The U.S. Census Bureau is currently hiring flexible, part-time positions for the 2020 Census in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville 2020 Census Recruiting
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
When are officials going to step up to the plate and do something about this very dangerous stretch of roadway on Mystic Avenue? Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: Roadways Near Mystic Avenue and Shore Drive Are Deathtraps
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, August 24, the 236th day of 2019 with 129 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:00 and sunset is @ 7:33. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 0079 – Mount Vesuvius erupted killing approximately 20,000 people. The cities of Pompeii, Stabiae and Herculaneum were buried in volcanic ash. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
By Bob Katzen
Sixteen percent of adults ages 18 to 64 in Massachusetts in 2016 stopped taking medications prescribed by a doctor due to the high cost of the prescriptions, according to a study by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). Continue reading BUY LIFE-SAVING MEDICINE OR PAY RENT AND BUY FOOD
By Bob Katzen
The Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee is considering a bill that would remove immigration status as a condition for purchasing Mace and other self-defense sprays. Continue reading ALLOW ALL IMMIGRANTS TO PURCHASE AND POSSESS MACE
Photo by William Tauro
By Bob Katzen
The Reason Foundation’s 2019 highway rankings were unveiled and determined that the Bay State ranked a lowly 46th in the nation in the category of overall highway performance and cost-effectiveness, a drop from 44th in the prior ranking. Continue reading MASSACHUSETTS’ ROADS RANK 46TH OVERALL
By Bob Katzen
A bill that would allow residents to choose a third gender option, “x” in lieu of “male” or “female” on an application for a driver’s license, Continue reading GENDER X BILL STUCK IN HOUSE
By Bob Katzen
The Labor and Workforce Development Committee gave a favorable report on April 25 to a proposal designed to protect students and employees from being forced or bullied into providing schools and companies with information about and access to their social media accounts. The bill has been stuck in the House Ways and Means Committee since that date. Continue reading SOCIAL MEDIA PRIVACY PROTECTION
“If you want to support Elevate Youth, come out to The Burren on Thursday, August 29th for the Helen Trio, Elevate Youth benefit show! Doors open at 6pm and the show starts at 7pm, with food & drinks available for purchase. Continue reading Support Elevate Youth Benefit Show Aug 29th
Nate Carroll and his family visited the Somerville police on tour that started earlier this year and across 50 states and 3,142 counties to thank law enforcement. Continue reading A Wonderful Day to Visit the Somerville Police
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Amanda Elizabeth Foley on her passing. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Amanda Elizabeth Foley
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
The video I have isn’t clear, but these still pictures capture the weight of bag, requiring BOTH hands; and then the one-handed handling of an empty bag.
My administration is proud to support and advocate for the Mystic River Pedestrian Bridge. As you can see, this will be a wonderful addition to our city’s infrastructure. Here is a copy of a letter I wrote to the Department of Waterways Regulation Program in support of the Mystic River Pedestrian Bridge.
Mayor Carlo DeMaria Continue reading Everett Mayor To Advocate For Mystic River Pedestrian Bridge To Somerville
By William Tauro
This past Thursday night in the City Council Chambers of Somerville City Hall, during the “Call of the Roll,” City Councilor Ballantyne presented former Somerville Mayor/former Middlesex Registrar of Deeds, Somerville Mayor Emeritus Eugene Brune a Citation “commending Gene Brune on the auspicious occasion of his 90th birthday.” Continue reading Somerville City Council Citation Wishing Happy Birthday to Mayor Emeritus Gene Brune 90 More Glorious Years!
The Foodie Crawl is a tasting tour of more than a dozen restaurants, who provide a sample of their specialty cuisines. The crawl, which began in 2011, features an incredibly diverse range of food from around the globe, including Brazilian, Ethiopian, Italian, Mexican, Salvadorian, and more. Continue reading Think You Know Somerville Cuisine, Think Again, Foodie Crawl Tuesday, September 17th 2019.
The race is only 6 weeks and three miles away!
Continue reading This year the Somerville 5K takes a detour to Arlington!
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, August 23, the 235th day of 2019 with 130 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:59 and sunset is @ 7:35. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1838 – The first class graduated from Mount Holyoke Female Seminary in South Hadley, MA. It was one of the first colleges for women. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
RALPH, S. Lester Former Mayor of Somerville The Reverend S. Lester Ralph, formerly of Reading and Somerville, passed away August 20, 2019 at his home in Reading, Massachusetts. He was 88 years old. Continue reading Somerville Remembering S. Lester Ralph Former Mayor of Somerville
By William Tauro
Somerville firefighters responded to an early morning motor vehicle fire on Friday at the intersection of Perkins and Lincoln Streets. Continue reading Somerville Early Morning Motor Vehicle Fire
Our own Somerville Police Department’s Officer Sergio Costa represented the Somerville Police as one of the participating escorts for the 2019 Little League Challenger Division® Massachusetts Teams. Continue reading Somerville PD Represented In 2019 Little League Challenger Division®Massachusetts Teams
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, August 22, the 234th day of 2019 with 131 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:58 and sunset is @ 7:36. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1485 – The War of the Roses ended with the death of England’s King Richard III. He was killed in the Battle of Bosworth Field. His successor was Henry V II. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville’s Own Preferred Berkshire Hathaway Realtors
They know great homes.
And they know how to sell them.
Get an estimate of your home’s value based on sales price history, local trends and other neighborhood data. Continue reading When Buying or Selling in Somerville There Is No Need to Look Any Further Beyond Our Preferred Berkshire Hathaway Realtors In The City
Continue reading Millennium Maintenance & Power Sweeping 781-395-1200
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Sidewalks in front of our homes on Medford Street were supposed to be finished by August 16th and as you can see on the signs the dates still reflect the 16th and today is the 21st. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Contractors Hired To Do New Sidewalks on Medford Street Real Sloppy, No Show and Not Done
In an article that you recently wrote about 501 Mystic Valley Parkway regarding the proposed development and the cutting down of dozens and dozens of pine trees only a day before the Somerville tree ordinance came out that would’ve prevented the tree massacre. Continue reading Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line:You’re on a Hot Trail to a Major Bust
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, August 21, the 233rd day of 2019 with 132 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:56 and sunset is @ 7:38. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
The City of Somerville Elections Department is seeking polling place workers for the Tuesday, September 10, preliminary election. Continue reading Somerville Polling Place Workers Sought for Sept. 10 Election
This Thursday, Aug. 22, is the second to last movie of SomerMovie Fest. Join us just after sunset in Seven Hills Park in Davis Square to watch Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982). Continue reading SomerMovie Sequelfest: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan Thurs Aug 22nd
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
The Somerville Sunsetters, a great bunch of talented Somerville students doing an awesome job here in the city that always draws large crowds except when they appeared on Ten Hills In Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Mayor’s Ten Hills Private Street Party Hits Sour Note for Sunsetters
By William Tauro
The real reason that the Medford Street Bridge is closed to commuter traffic is not for the construction of the new high school at all, but for their own personal gain so don’t be fooled.
The draining system that they’re digging in Gilman Square it’s not for the tracks because train tracks don’t flood, it’s for a big ass building on the top of the hill that these hacks are building for themselves.
So think about it the next time that you’re stuck in bumper to bumper traffic on McGrath Highway 🤔
Click on link below to view video:
Dear Billy T. and the Somerville Speak Up Line,
I have been watching the GLX, (Green Line Extension) project for the last 2 years now from the back of my house. All kinds of heavy equipment working to cut down trees, move tracks, level earth, etc. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Is Something Else Going On With Another Project?
Click on link below to read:August 20th, 2019 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online (1) (1)
Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Marianthi Kapotas, Shannon Hardy, Ron McCollem, Pat Tauro, Gary Gartland, Kimberly Filosi McLaughlin, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
The Foodie Crawl is a tasting tour of more than a dozen restaurants, who provide a sample of their specialty cuisines. Continue reading Think You Know Somerville Cuisine. Think Again. Foodie Crawl Tuesday, September 17th 2019.
City Hall to Be Illuminated with Purple Lights; Ceremony to Place Flags for Those Lost to Overdose; Community-wide Call for all to Hang Purple Ribbons & More Continue reading LIGHT UP SOMERVILLE PURPLE FOR INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY & NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH
Meet this weeks special person of the week Somerville DPW’s Theresa Hussey Rogers
Just this past year our family heard about what has been happening with Theresa Hussey at the water and sewer department last year. Her suspension came as a shock to us, since throughout the years she has gone above and beyond in helping our family with our sewer issues. Continue reading SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK:THERESA HUSSEY ROGERS
Join Teen Empowerment youth leaders for their photo gallery event partnered with the City of Somerville and Big City Mountaineers! Continue reading Somerville Armory Upcoming Event Aug 21st
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, August 19, the 231st day of 2019 with 134 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:54 and sunset is @ 7:41. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1812 – “Old Ironsides” (the USS Constitution) won a battle against the British frigate Guerriere east of Nova Scotia.
1848 – The discovery of gold in California was reported by the New York Herald. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Join Mayor Joseph Curtatone and Ward 1 City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin on Tuesday, August 27, at 11 a.m. for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the East Somerville School Field, located at 50 Cross St. Continue reading Renovated East Somerville School Field Ribbon Cutting August 27
Multi-disciplinary arts festival to feature Queer and trans artists of color.
SOMERVILLE – The Somerville Arts Council is partnering with Oompa, a nationally-acclaimed, Boston- born, poet, rapper, and educator, to present a Black, Brown & Queer, a QTPOC (Queer and Trans, person of color) multi-disciplinary arts festival. Continue reading Somerville Arts Council Sponsors ‘Black, Brown & Queer Fest’ in Union Square on August 24
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville will be getting three new murals in August and September, thanks to a mini mural festival by the City of Somerville and Somerville Arts Council. Continue reading Three New Murals Coming to Somerville in August Local & International Artists
By Bob Katzen
The Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee are holding a hearing on 68 bills on August 28 at 1 p.m. in Room A-2 at the Statehouse in Boston. Here are some of the bills on the agenda: Continue reading MASSACHUSETTS GUN LEGISLATION
By Bob Katzen
The Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) has been working on drafting new regulations for the marijuana industry in the Bay State. They presented them at two public hearings last week. Continue reading DELIVERY OF MARIJUANA TO HOMES
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 2019 session through August 16. Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44- Report No. 33 August 12-16, 2019
On 15 August, 2019 at approximately 12:33 a.m. I was assigned to the Uniform Patrol Division car E3. I was dispatched, along with car E2 (Officer Nick Moreira), to Belmont Street at Summer Street for a report of a robbery. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Taylor LACORTE (Unarmed Robbery, Narcotics, False ID Info, RSP)
On August 13th, 2019, I, Officer James Torres, was in full uniform, while assigned to marked unit East 1, during the day shift. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Thomas MURPHY (Larceny)
Somerville Speakup Line:
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Curtatone just wants attention. He knows the Feds will shut it down but he’ll be the big hero….. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Just Faking It In The Ville
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, August 18, the 230th day of 2019 with 135 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:53 and sunset is @ 7:42. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1227 – The Mongol conqueror Ghengis Khan died. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Why don’t Somerville follow Malden. Check out Malden Over Addiction and learn what it represents. I attended a fundraiser for this cause in Malden back in May and could not believe what they do for addicts and how many lives they have changed for the better. I highly doubt there is place created there for people to go and shoot Heroin. This is a terrible idea. Come up with something like Malden did and watch the support you will get. Continue reading Top Comments From Somerville News Weekly News Site On: Safe Heroin Injection Sites In Somerville
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Somerville Firefighters Local 76
August 15 at 9:09 AM ·
Clarification from Local 76 Union President Tom Ross:
In a recent WBUR interview with Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone, regarding safe injection sites for I.V drug users, The Mayor was quoted that Somerville Police, Firefighters and EMT’s are all on board. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: Clarification From Local 76 Union President Tom Ross:Mayor’s Quote “Could Not Be Further Than The Truth”
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
This is just an old retired cops opinion. I didn’t think it could get any crazier in Somerville than Mass. Ave, Central Sq. Cambridge, with trucks, buses, m/v’s & bicyclist, competing against each other in an old fashion demolition derby. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Parking on Broadway In Front of Trum Field Is Totally Ridiculous
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Around memorial day, I called Somerville is 311, and put in a request for the light that’s been out for months on Hank Hansen Park, Congressional medal of honor recipient and Somerville resident who died or just after raising the flag on Iwo Jima, they told me it would be fixed in a couple weeks, Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Hank Hansen Park In The Dark Totally Unacceptable
Copies of “The Haunting of Hill House” now available at all three library branches.
SOMERVILLE –The Somerville Public Library is excited to announce the title of its tenth annual Somerville Reads campaign, The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson. Continue reading Somerville Public Library Announces 2019 “Somerville Reads” Book Selection
Emmaus raises more than $160,000!
Haverhill, Massachusetts. – (August 8, 2019) – The International Cars, Ltd. proudly sponsored Emmaus’ 31st Annual Cycle for Shelter event on July 28th. Continue reading Emmaus’ 31st Annual Cycle for Shelter Event Sponsored by INTERNATIONAL CARS, LTD
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, August 17, the 229th day of 2019 with 136 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:52 and sunset is @ 7:44. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1790 – The capital city of the U.S. moved to Philadelphia from New York City.
1807 – Robert Fulton’s “North River Steam Boat” (known as the “Clermont”) began heading up New York’s Hudson River on its successful round-trip to Albany. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Committee Will Work to Ensure Accuracy and Equity in the 2020 Census
SOMERVILLE, MA – The City of Somerville is seeking members and supporting volunteers for the City’s 2020 U.S. Census Complete Count Committee. Continue reading MEMBERS & SUPPORTING VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT FOR SOMERVILLE U.S. CENSUS 2020 COMPLETE COUNT COMMITTEE
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
This is totally unacceptable because it’s one thing to give up parking spaces and road space for bikelanes, but these bicyclers should respect the law and motorists as well as! Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: BikeLane Traveling In Somerville With No Respect
The Somerville Fire Department will begin the annual inspection of all fire hydrants on Monday, August 19, 2019, and conclude on Saturday, August 31, 2019. Continue reading Somerville Annual Hydrant Testing Takes Place August 19-31; Rusty Water May Result Briefly
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: http://www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, August 14, the 226th day of 2019 with 139 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:49 and sunset is @ 7:48. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1248 – The rebuilding of the Cologne Cathedral in Cologne, Germany, began after being destroyed by fire. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Joe “Corleone” Curtatone is not who you think he is. I was asked by a television host last year why the citizens of Somerville keep electing him. “Banners and bike lanes,” I replied. I went on to explain that Joe considers himself a well-dressed Bernie Sanders, when in fact he is Michael Corleone.” I stole that line from an alderman, sorry, city council person. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:The Real Story, The Truth, The Lies
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
I was appalled when I came across this listing online. This administration is wasting more and more of our hard-earned tax dollars every day. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: Here’s More of Our Hard Earned Tax Dollars Out The Window Wasted
Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Alexis Pantanella, Harper Grace Pantanella, Robert Casey, Norman Mahan, Max Costa, Michael Cabral JR., Brandon Wilson, Joe Mancuso, Aaron Lewis, Mary Shea Amaral Mulligan, Tracy L. Hollander, Richard Foscarota, Al Vitiello, Michael Scarpa, John K. Klanian, Bert Oliveira, Jr Biagio, Dawn Silvestri-See, Ellen Wright, Renée fucci Anderson, Donna Ryan Brietzke, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Meet this weeks Special Person of the Week BOB STAFFIERE
By Frank Santangelo
Bob Staffiere is a graduate of Medford High School and then later moved to the Ville and is now a proud Somerville resident.
Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Special Person of the Week BOB STAFFIERE
By William Tauro
When you stroll down 501 Mystic Valley Parkway in Somerville, you at one time until recently could walk along what was once a natural forest on a rather large residential parcel of land that had dozens of tall pine trees. Continue reading Somerville Mystic Valley Parkway Neighbors Up In Arms, Raise Deep Concerns With Nobody Listening and Possible Municipal Conflicts
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, August 12, the 224th day of 2019 with 141 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:47 and sunset is @ 7:51. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1676 – “King Phillip’s War” came to an end with the killing of Indian chief King Phillip. The war between the Indians and the Europeans lasted for two years. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
This month, the Somerville Books-to-Movies Club will tackle the Michael Lewis baseball classic Moneyball when they meet on Thursday, August 22, at 167 Holland St. starting at 6:30 p.m. Continue reading August 22: Somerville Books-to-Movie Club
The Somerville Police and Fire Departments have teamed up to give out free adhesive cell phone wallets with important emergency and non-emergency contact information. Continue reading Free Cell Phone Wallets Available Courtesy of Somerville Police and Fire
The Somerville Public Library and the St. Mark Community Education Program are holding a free, 12-week Citizenship Interview Preparation Class beginning on Saturday, September 7, and running until November 23. Continue reading Free Citizenship Interview Prep Class Begins September 7
The comment period for the Davis Square Neighborhood Plan has been extended through Friday, August 30, to allow for additional input from Somerville residents. Continue reading Comment Period for Davis Square Neighborhood Plan Extended to August 30
Somerville residents interested in improving local pedestrian access and public transit are encouraged to apply for the newly formed Pedestrian and Transit Action Committee. Continue reading Somerville Seeking Applicants for New Pedestrian and Transit Action Committee
Make sure you’re ready to vote in November’s municipal election. Here are some important dates to keep in mind for this summer and fall: Continue reading Important Dates and Deadlines for Upcoming Somerville Elections
By Bob Katzen
Sponsors of possible ballot questions for the November 2020 election faced their first deadline in the long process to get their proposed law or constitutional amendment on the ballot. Continue reading POSSIBLE 2020 BALLOT QUESTIONS
By Bob Katzen
The Education Committee is considering a bill that would provide school transportation to homeless students. Continue reading PROVIDE HOMELESS CHILDREN WITH TRANSPORTATION TO SCHOOL BILL CONSIDERATION
By Bob Katzen
The Higher Education Committee is considering a measure that authorizes the Board of Higher Education to require that all public colleges and universities provide students with financial literacy counseling once the student is accepted to the school. Continue reading HIGHER EDUCATION FINANCIAL LITERACY COUNSELING BILL
By Bob Katzen
A bill being considered by the State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Committee would require that corporate boards of directors of large Massachusetts-based firms include at least one woman on their board of director by January 2022. Continue reading WOMEN ON BOARDS OF DIRECTORS
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 senators’ roll call attendance records for the 2019 session through August 9. Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 32 August 5-9, 2019
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, August 10, the 222nd day of 2019 with 143 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:45 and sunset is @ 7:54. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1792 – King Louis XVI was taken into custody by mobs during the French Revolution. He was executed the following January after being put on trial for treason.
1809 – Ecuador began its fight for independence from Spain. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Ball Square is open for business even with the Ball Square Bridge closed. So please come show your support and shop, eat and play in Ball Square today! Continue reading Ball Square Is Open For Business Even With Unfriendly Bridge Closure
As posted on the Davis Square Facebook Page:
Davis Square friends and neighbors:
As Chairman of the Planning Board, I asked that Planning Staff move their presentation of the Davis Square Neighborhood Plan to the Board and the public from August 22 to September 5. Continue reading Meeting on Davis Square 9/5
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Lenora M. Alcaro who passed away this past week. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Lenora M. Alcaro
Photos by al nevaras
By William Tauro
Late Friday afternoon, Somerville firefighters along with firefighters from other cities and towns were called in to battle a two alarm fire Continue reading 2 Alarm Fire In Somerville
Another Mayor’s 40th Picnic , It is a really a fun day and so many people from The Ville make it happen. Continue reading Mayor’s 40th Annual Senior Picnic In Somerville
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of David A. Higgins who passed away this past week. Continue reading Somerville Remembering David A. Higgins
The City of Somerville is accepting applications to fill 10 seats on the newly formed Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee. Continue reading Somerville Seeking Residents to Serve on Newly Formed Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
· Copyright
· Trademarks
· Disclaimer
· Applicable Law
· Pricing Information
· Shipping Information
· International Orders
· Color Information
· Fraud Protection Program
· Comments, Feedback and Other Submissions
COPYRIGHT
All Web site design, text, graphics, logos, button icons, images, audio clips, the selection and arrangement thereof, and all software is the ownership of Mass Publishing Inc., ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The compilation (meaning the collection, arrangement and assembly) of all content on this Web site is the exclusive property of Mass Publishing Inc. and protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. All software used on this site is the property of Mass Publishing Inc. or its software suppliers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. Permission is granted to electronically copy and to print in hard copy portions of this Web site for the sole purpose of placing an order with Mass Publishing Inc. or using this Web site as a shopping resource. Any other use of materials on this Web site — including reproduction for purposes other than those permitted above, modification, distribution, republishing, transmission, display or performance - without the prior written permission of Mass Publishing Inc. is strictly prohibited.
All material and information presented by Mass Publishing Inc. is intended to be used for educational or informational purposes only. The statements made about products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the results reported, if any, may not necessarily occur in all individuals. The statements and products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease. Please consult with your own physician or health care practitioner regarding the suggestions and recommendations made at Mass Publishing Inc..
TRADEMARKS
Mass Publishing Inc. and all page headers, custom graphics and button icons are service marks, trademarks, and/or trade dress of Mass Publishing Inc. and may not be used in connection with any product or service that is not offered by Mass Publishing Inc. in any manner that is likely to cause confusion among customers, or in any manner that disparages or discredits Mass Publishing Inc.. All other trademarks, product names and company names or logos cited herein are the property of their respective owners.
DISCLAIMER
MASS PUBLISHING INC. IS PROVIDING THIS SITE AND ITS CONTENTS ON AN "AS-IS" BASIS AND MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE OPERATION OF THIS SITE, THE INFORMATION, CONTENT, MATERIALS OR PRODUCTS, INCLUDED ON THIS SITE. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MASS PUBLISHING INC. DISCLAIMS ALL SUCH REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES, INCLUDING FOR EXAMPLE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN ADDITION, MASS PUBLISHING INC. DOES NOT REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT THE INFORMATION ACCESSIBLE VIA THIS SITE IS ACCURATE, COMPLETE OR CURRENT. Price and availability information is subject to change without notice.
MASS PUBLISHING INC. WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS WEB SITE. THIS IS A COMPREHENSIVE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY THAT APPLIES TO ALL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF DATA, INCOME OR PROFIT, LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND CLAIMS OF THIRD PARTIES.
APPLICABLE LAW
This site is created and controlled by Mass Publishing Inc. in the State of Massachusetts, U.S.A. As such, the laws of the State of Massachusetts will govern these disclaimers, terms and conditions, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of laws. Mass Publishing Inc. reserves the right to make changes to its Web site and these disclaimers, terms and conditions at any time.
PRICING INFORMATION
All pricing on Mass Publishing Inc. is in US dollars unless specifically indicated otherwise. Errors and omission excepted.
FRAUD PROTECTION PROGRAM
As part of our order processing procedures, we screen all received orders for fraud or other types of unauthorized or illegal activity. We reserve the right to refuse to process any order due to suspected fraud or unauthorized or illegal activity. If such is the case, we may reject your order or our Customer Service department may call you at the phone number you provided to confirm your order. We also reserve the right to cancel any account or refuse to ship to certain addresses due to suspected fraud or unauthorized or illegal activity. We take these measures to protect our customers as well as ourselves from fraud or other unauthorized or illegal activity.
COMMENTS, FEEDBACK AND OTHER SUBMISSIONS
Mass Publishing Inc. welcomes your comments and feedback regarding this Web site, and Mass Publishing Inc. products and services. Any information, materials, suggestions, ideas or comments sent to Mass Publishing Inc. will not be treated as confidential, proprietary or trade secret information and, by submitting such information, you are granting Mass Publishing Inc. an irrevocable and unrestricted license to use, modify, reproduce, transmit, display and distribute such information for any purpose whatsoever.
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, or the content or practices of our website, you can contact Mass Publishing Inc. directly at: Wmtauro@aol.com
WHAT OUR PRIVACY POLICY COVERS
· What our Privacy Policy Covers
· What Personal Information is Collected
· How We Protect Your Information
· How We Use Your Personal Information
· Who Views Your Personal Information
· Making a Purchase
· Children Under 13
· Website Cookies
· Questions About This Policy
WHAT OUR PRIVACY POLICY COVERS
Thank you for visiting our site. We are committed to protecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy covers any personal information that we obtain from you when you use services on our site. This policy does not cover the practices of companies that we do not own or control, or the actions of people that we do not employ or manage.
Our Privacy Policy may change in the future. We invite you to check back periodically to see if we have made any changes.
By using this site, you agree to the terms of our policy. For more information about the terms of use for this site, please visit our legal page.
WHAT PERSONAL INFORMATION IS COLLECTED
Depending on how you use our site, we may ask you to share personal information with us. Whether you choose to give us this information is completely up to you, but keep in mind that if you withhold information, you may not be able to use some of our services.
We will ask you for information, including some personal information, when you Make a purchase. When you buy something on this site, you have to supply a billing address, phone number, shipping address, and credit card information.
HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION
We realize that our customers trust us to protect their personal information. We take that task seriously. We never display your full credit card number once it has been entered. We urge you to protect your own privacy. We recommend that you do not share your password with anyone or share your password in an unsolicited phone call or e-mail.
Unfortunately, despite all of our efforts, there is always a risk that third parties may unlawfully intercept transmissions. This reality is true of all Internet use. As a result, we cannot ensure the security of any information you transmit, and you transmit all information at your own risk.
HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
We collect personal information primarily to make our services more rewarding for you to use. We usually use this information for internal purposes, such as studying our customers' preferences. We may also use your information to contact you for account and promotional purposes.
WHO VIEWS YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
We may share your personal information with companies that perform services for us, such as delivering packages, sending postal mail and e-mails, processing credit card payments, investigating fraudulent activity, and providing customer service. They have access to personal information needed to perform their functions, but may not disclose your personally identifiable information for other purposes. Some personal information is stored on servers owned by other companies. Only our personel and our websites have the right to access this information. We do not currently sell or license personal information and have no plans to do so. Your personal information will only be used by this site.
At this time, we do not share any personal information with marketing affiliates. It is unlikely that this policy will change in the future. If we do decide to share information with our affiliates, we will post a notice in this Privacy Policy.
MAKING A PURCHASE
When you buy something on this site, you have to supply a billing address, phone number, shipping address, and credit card information. By making a purchase, you become a registered user. You can choose to store information needed to make a purchase, such as your shipping and billing addresses in the My Account — Profile page. Your credit card information is NEVER stored in our databases and is used only for the duration of the purchase transaction. This data is always transmitted securely to the merchant bank and immediately erased from our systems.
CHILDREN UNDER 13
Our site is not designed for children. We do not wish to collect personal information from children under 13. This policy is designed to protect children. Federal law requires us to take special steps to safeguard children's privacy. If you register with us and we discover that you are under 13, we will delete your registration. We will send you a message if we do this. If you are under 13 and want to make a purchase, please ask a parent to place the order for you.
WEBSITE COOKIES
We collect some anonymous information about how you use the site by setting and accessing cookies on your computer. These cookies track information such as how often you visit our web site, what pages you view, and where you go after you leave the site. The cookies track your computer, not you. They are not connected to any personal information about you.
QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS POLICY
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or the content or practices of our website, you can contact us directly at:
Mass Publishing Inc. wmtauro@aol.com
Terms & Conditions/ Cancellation/return policy:If unsatisfied with subscription
7 day money back cancellation return policy on monthly subscriptions.
30 day money back cancellation return policy on yearly subscriptions.
Contact Email: Somervillenewsweekly@yahoo.com
