Meeting Scheduled with City’s Mobility Division to Discuss Fatal Crashes Along State Route 38 (Mystic Avenue) in Somerville

A community meeting has been scheduled with the City’s Mobility Division to discuss two fatal crashes along State Route 38 (Mystic Avenue) in Somerville and efforts underway to improve safety for all road users. Continue reading Meeting Scheduled with City’s Mobility Division to Discuss Fatal Crashes Along State Route 38 (Mystic Avenue) in Somerville

Somerville Speakup Line:Rats Eat Automobile Wiring at Somerville Housing/Brady Towers

Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,

Every automobile that’s parked in our parking lot at Brady Towers is infested with rats and they are eating all the wiring and hoses under our hoods.

Please post this so hopefully the Somerville Housing Authority will get off their asses and do the right thing and help us tenants because we can’t afford to fix our automobiles on our own because they’re too cheap to put out rat traps to fix the problem.

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Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week:Somerville Resident Arthur Moore

Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Arthur Moore

Arthur Moore spent a couple of hours on the intersection of Broadway and Temple Streets in Somerville this past Sunday morning promoting his ‘Bring Black Paint Campaign’ for a meeting to be help on October 6th.

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Somerville Speakup Line:17 Medford Cops Stole $17,000/Suspended, Multiple Somerville Cops Stole Tens of Thousands of Taxpayer Dollars/ Promoted

Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,

Im a little bit confused about this Sunday’s Sept 28, 2019 Boston Herald’s article titled ‘Medford residents worry suspension of cops will worsen crime’ regarding the 17 Medford police officers who got caught cheating/stealing $17,000 in detail money and

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, September 29, the 271st day of 2019 with 94 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:38 and sunset is @ 6:31. 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: 1789 – A regular army was established by the U.S. War Department with several hundred men. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

Living Curtatone In Somerville, The Truth Revealed of Alleged Crimes Carried Out and Covered Up

Spend five minutes to listen to this one-on-one audio interview below and let it sink in.

By William Tauro

Recently I sat down with a 1-on-1 interview with Barbara Curtatone who wanted to reveal 28 years of alleged criminal acts carried out by the Curtatone clan.

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Somerville Speakup Line:Somerville Not Business Friendly

Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line, This city is not small business friendly. This is obvious. I was a small business and had friends and acquaintance to many over the years. I watched many go due to the city working against them. Look at Broadway and Temple. The businesses just opened and the city…

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Why Clueless Somerville Mayor Is Infatuated With AOC’s Idiotically Based Green New Deal

By William Tauro

The idiotic Green New Deal that was created and proposed by U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) aka who’s nicknames range from “Bolshevik Barbie” and not limited to “Helter Skelter Eye’s”, “She Guevara”, “Lenin in Lipstick” and “The Bartender” to save the world from people like herself is completely absurd.

Now we even have the Somerville Mayor, Crooked Curtaphony himself

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Somerville Speakup Line:Somerville Police Boat Caught Visiting Legal Seafoods at Seaport District Boston

Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,

I think it is completely absurd that city of Somerville wastes our precious tax dollars on a police boat that they don’t even need especially where they’re burning costly fuel and getting paid on the taxpayers dime to go to legal Sea foods in Boston.

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, September 28, the 270th day of 2019 with 95 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:3 and sunset is @ 6:3. The New Moon is exact @ 6:37 AM EDT. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1066 – England was invaded by William the Conqueror who claimed the English throne. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

Statement from the Commonwealth Dispensary Association and Industry Stakeholders on the Temporary Ban of Vape Products in Massachusetts

“Our regulated industry was created to support patients and consumers with safe, tested and taxed products. Our industry has advocated for and embraced regulation, because regulation is foundational to consumer confidence and distinguishing legal operators from the untested and unregulated illicit market.

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Somerville Speakup Line:Poorly Planned Closures of Several Roads and Bridges Many Are Struggling, Facing Closure or Have Already Closed

Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,

Dear Friends of Noor,

Due to the poorly planned closures of several roads and bridges in and around Somerville, many small, family-owned businesses like ours are struggling, facing closure or have already closed.

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Anonymous Letter to the Editor: Somerville Mystic Valley Parkway Neighbors Up In Arms Municipal Conflicts & Tampering Taking Place

Dear Billy T and Somerville Somerville News Weekly,

This letter that I dropped of to you are in regards to an article that you published on August 13th regarding as you titled it (Somerville Mystic Valley Parkway Neighbors Up In Arms, Raise Deep Concerns With Nobody Listening and Possible Municipal Conflicts).

Enclosed in this letter are the specs for 501 Mystic Valley Parkway in which the sellers were extorted and bullied by the Somerville mayor through the hatchet-man to the seller’s realtor.

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, September 26, the 268th day of 2019 with 97 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:35 and sunset is @ 6:36. 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: 1777 – Philadelphia was occupied by British troops during the American Revolutionary War. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

Letter from the Editor:Penis Yelding Somerville Cop Gets Denied Promotion

By William Tauro

Congratulations to the committee led by Ward Two City Councilor JT Scott for this past Monday night for doing the right thing and not getting caught up in that cover-up of the penis boy that Mayor Curtatone was trying vigorously to get promoted three times to the rank of lieutenant.

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, September 24, the 266th day of 2019 with 99 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:33 and sunset is @ 6:40. 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: 1789 – The U.S. Congress passed the First Judiciary Act. The act provided for an Attorney General and a lower federal courts. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week

Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Emma Labrecque, Danielle Joy, Mark Alston-Follansbee, Fanny Chan, Matthew Desmond, Jacob Vaidas, Bonnie Curran, Michael Ray, Timothy Shwartz, Robert Liberatore, Sandy Murphy Starfish Mattson, Sharon Cosgro, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week

Naveo Credit Union to sponsor the annual Joe Chaves 5K Walk/Run on Sunday, September 29th to benefit the Joe & Dorothy Chaves Foundation

(Somerville, MA) Naveo Credit Union is sponsoring the annual Joe Chaves 5K Memorial Walk/Run on Sunday, September 29 in Cambridge and Charlestown. Continue reading Naveo Credit Union to sponsor the annual Joe Chaves 5K Walk/Run on Sunday, September 29th to benefit the Joe & Dorothy Chaves Foundation

Somerville Seeking Applicants for Community Preservation Committee One position currently available on nine-member committee. Applications due October 25, 2019.

Are you a resident of Somerville with a passion for affordable housing, historic preservation, and parks and open space? Continue reading Somerville Seeking Applicants for Community Preservation Committee One position currently available on nine-member committee. Applications due October 25, 2019.

Somerville Speakup Line: Winter Hill Broadway Mess

Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,

Below is a letter written to the Somerville City Council:

To the city council:

We the people of Somerville request the help of our employees(elected officials) to help us with the Winter Hill Broadway mispainted street which has created a traffic mess and a dangerous situation.

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: www.Amazon.com

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, September 23, the 265th day of 2019 with 100 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:31 and sunset is @ 6:41. 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: 1642 – The first commencement at Harvard College, in Cambridge, MA, was held. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

11 Student Lions (Leos) From China Assist In Somerville Council on Aging Event

The summer vacation is a period when Chinese parents sign their children for a myriad of summer programs. 10 students and one adult refused to settle for summer programs based in China. They signed up for a one-month long summer program organized by Guangdong Xicheng Education. Continue reading 11 Student Lions (Leos) From China Assist In Somerville Council on Aging Event

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, September 22, the 264th day of 2019 with 101 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:30 and sunset is @ 6:43. 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: 1789 – The U.S. Congress authorized the office of Postmaster General.
1792 – The French Republic was proclaimed.
1862 – U.S. President Lincoln issued the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. It stated that all slaves held within rebel states would be free as of January 1, 1863. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

SOMERVILLE MARIJUANA RETAIL HOST COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS ANNOUNCED


Acting Mayor’s Marijuana Advisory Committee selects three entities based on community criteria

SOMERVILLE, MA – Somerville City Council President Katjana Ballantyne, who is serving as Acting Mayor for the Host Community Agreement process for marijuana retail entities, announced today that she intends to sign Host Community Agreements (HCAs) with three adult-use marijuana retailers. Continue reading SOMERVILLE MARIJUANA RETAIL HOST COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS ANNOUNCED

Somerville Business Loyalty Program for Ball Square and Magoun Square Scheduled to Launch on This Saturday September 22

Collect stamps, be entered for prizes for supporting local businesses!

SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville, in partnership with local businesses in Ball and Magoun Squares, will launch the Somerville Business Loyalty Program on Sunday, September 22, 2019. Loyalty cards will be available at the Ball Square Festival on September 22, at participating businesses in both squares, and at the City Hall Welcome desk, 93 Highland Ave. Continue reading Somerville Business Loyalty Program for Ball Square and Magoun Square Scheduled to Launch on This Saturday September 22

Somerville Candidate Profile: Jack Connolly for City Councilor-at-Large

https://youtu.be/OsSPXL7bIaw

I’m Jack Connolly, candidate for City of Somerville Councilor-at-Large on Tuesday Nov. 5. I’m running because I love Somerville, it is my lifetime home, and I love having been part of the many changes that have made this city a place where everybody wants to be. Continue reading Somerville Candidate Profile: Jack Connolly for City Councilor-at-Large

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, September 20, the 262nd day of 2019 with 103 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:28 and sunset is @ 6:47. 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: 1519 – Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan left Spain to find a route to the Spice Islands of Indonesia. Magellan was killed during the trip, but one of his ships eventually made the journey.
1870 – The Papal States came under the control of Italian troops, leading to the unification of Italy. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, September 19, the 261st day of 2019 with 104 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:27 and sunset is @ 6:49. 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: 1356 – The Battle of Poitiers was fought between England and France. Edward “the Black Prince” captured France’s King John. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer

Somerville Downzoning-Eliminates 3 units; Property Rights, Affordable Housing under Attack


53 have signed. Let’s get to 100!

Against Downzoning started this petition to PLANNING DEPARTMENT and 2 others
Somerville (proposed) Rezoning is forfeiting, permanently, hundreds of ready to build rental units by downzoning RB (1-3 units) neighborhoods to new NR (1-2 units max)-eliminating the right to add a 3rd unit. There are about 2500 2 families and 1165 single families in RB zone now; 2500 that may be able to add 1 unit; 1165 that may be able to add 1 or 2 units. Continue reading Somerville Downzoning-Eliminates 3 units; Property Rights, Affordable Housing under Attack

Somerville Climate Social at the Growing Center, Sunday, 9/22

Somerville Climate Social
Sunday, Sept. 22, 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Come join the Climate Coalition of Somerville (CCS), your friends at the Growing Center, and your community for a Sunday social filled with informal conversation and opportunities to engage on the climate, sustainability, and justice issues we’re tackling together. Continue reading Somerville Climate Social at the Growing Center, Sunday, 9/22

The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week

Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to David Soper Liuzza, Phip J. Jeffres, Michael Walsh, Lynda Amorella Silva, Joe Murphy, Philip Soccorso, Carolyn Rose, Ellen Sullivan, Mary Jo Rossetti, Jay Blake, Walter Tauro, Ken Webber, Richard Couto, Erin Killeen, Erica Covelle, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week

Real Life Somerville Police Stories: John GALLO (A&B on Person Over 60 or Disabled, Larceny from Building & Somerville Warrant)

On 09/14/19, I, Officer Christopher Collette was assigned to Somerville marked unit West Seven. At approximately 19:15 hours, I responded to 1370 Broadway, Apt# XX, for a past assault. Officer O’Donnell responded as well.

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Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Matthew BAXTER (OUI Liquor, Dangerous Weapon Carry)

On 09/14/2019, I, Officer Christopher Collette was assigned to Somerville marked unit West Seven. At approximately 23:11 hours, I was dispatched to a hit and run at the corner of Gordon St. and North St. Officer O’Donnell was dispatched as well. The striking vehicle was reported to be a Chevy truck bearing MA TAG xxxx.

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Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Kevin HEADLEY (Op MV with License Susp, PWID B & Cambridge Warrant) & Kevin SANCHEZ (Distribute B, Subsq)

The following is a brief summary to incident #19052435.

During the evening of September 11, 2019, members of the Somerville Police Department Drug Control Unit were Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Kevin HEADLEY (Op MV with License Susp, PWID B & Cambridge Warrant) & Kevin SANCHEZ (Distribute B, Subsq)

Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Edilio NAJERA MATEO (MV Larceny, Defacement Malicious Wanton Property)

On Saturday, 9/14/2019, I, Officer DiFava, was on duty for the Somerville Police operating marked cruiser 785. At approximately 1231 hrs, I responded to 2X Adams street for a report of male attempting to break into a motor vehicle. Officer Ribeiro and Officer Schneider also responded to provide back up. While enroute to the call, dispatch stated that the male could have a possible head injury. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Edilio NAJERA MATEO (MV Larceny, Defacement Malicious Wanton Property)

Location Change: Somerville to Hold Public Hearing on Airplane Noise 9/18

The City of Somerville and the Somerville City Council Committee on Public Health Public Safety invite all interested community members to attend and speak at a co-hosted Public Hearing on Airplane Noise. The Hearing will take place on Wednesday, September 18, at 6 p.m., in the auditorium of Somerville High School, 81 Highland Ave. Continue reading Location Change: Somerville to Hold Public Hearing on Airplane Noise 9/18

Little Sisters of the Poor to withdraw from Jeanne Jugan Residence, Somerville, MA.


(09/16/2019) – Today the Little Sisters of the Poor announced with sadness, that they will be withdrawing from Jeanne Jugan Residence, Somerville MA. This morning the Sisters met with the Residents, their families, lay Associates, staff and volunteers sharing their decision. Continue reading Little Sisters of the Poor to withdraw from Jeanne Jugan Residence, Somerville, MA.

Massachusetts State Police Looking for Information on 24 Year Old Murder

Top photo: Susan Taraskiewicz in a photo taken several months before her murder.

Photo:Susan’s mom, Marlene Taraskiewicz, has pushed for answers about her daughter’s murder for 24 years.

Twenty-four years ago — the morning of September 14, 1992 — the body of 27-year-old Susan Taraskiewicz was found in the trunk of her car, which had been left at an auto body shop on Route 1A in Revere. She had been murdered. Continue reading Massachusetts State Police Looking for Information on 24 Year Old Murder