Monthly Archives: September 2019
October 10: SomerVision 2040 Open House
October 5: Draw Seven Park Cleanup In Somerville
As part of the COASTSWEEP cleanup project, the Somerville Conservation Commission and the Mystic River Watershed Association invite residents to help clean their community by picking up litter at Draw Seven Park
Get Ready for a Spooky Somerville Reads
Join the Community Preservation Committee
Historic Somerville Meets the Present Day at These Events
Community Meeting to Discuss Road Safety on Mystic Ave
2019 Free Flu Vaccine Clinic Schedule Announced for Somerville
Somerville New Tree Preservation Ordinance in Effect
Somerville Important Dates
Somerville Don’t Miss Your Neighborhood ResiStat Meeting!
Fall ResiStat Neighborhood meetings kick off this wee. Join the Mayor, City Councilors, City staff, and neighbors at your ward’s meeting for updates on what’s going on both around the city and in your neighborhood.
Somerville Animal Control Updates: FOUND COCKATIEL!
FOUND COCKATIEL!! PLEASE SHARE!!
This bird was seen flying around the District Court House next to Assembly today. Continue reading Somerville Animal Control Updates: FOUND COCKATIEL!
STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City by William Tauro
An excellent read! Makes for a perfect gift! An absolute collectors item!
The book Stealing Somerville has been released! It is available on Amazon now and on Barnes & Noble, Kindle and on bookstores shelves worldwide then the movie! 566 pages of telling the Curtatone‘s life story of corruption! Continue reading STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City by William Tauro
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.
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.
‘A MILITARY MUSTANG’ The Extraordinary Life of Captain John W. Arens
CHLS Class of 1974 Special Reunion Plus Classes 1971 to 1978 Joining Celebration
CHLS class of 1974 special reunion Plus Classes 1971 to 1978 are joining the celebration. . PLEASE CONTACT Lenny Vigilante BY SEPT 20th…RSVP Dont get left out. Very limited tickets at the door. Continue reading CHLS Class of 1974 Special Reunion Plus Classes 1971 to 1978 Joining Celebration
Letter to the Editor:Let’s Fix Broadway Bring Black Paint
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
Elect Jack Connolly Somerville Councilor November 5th
The CTE Jack Connolly can’t thank each and everyone of you for your support thus far. Your contributions, your Citywide display of a Yard/Storefront Signs, your eagerness to “Bring Back Jack” is reassuring and greatly appreciated, but there is still much more to do during the upcoming month of October. Continue reading Elect Jack Connolly Somerville Councilor November 5th
SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY MAGIC MOMENTS SERIES “HAPPY HALLOWEEN IN SOMERVILLE “
Send us your best Halloween photos of your decorated Somerville homes as well as your best Halloween costumes for all to see and to be printed in the Somerville News Weekly print edition newspaper as well as online on our news site. Continue reading SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY MAGIC MOMENTS SERIES “HAPPY HALLOWEEN IN SOMERVILLE “
Somerville Speakup Line: Appalled That Mayor Joe is Now a Church Hypocrite All of a Sudden Pretending to Be of Color
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
In all my years in growing up and living in Somerville I have never once seen Mayor Joe Curtatone in our Mission Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Somerville, MA. on Highland Avenue.
City of Somerville, Mass Matters of Business of the City Council of Thursday 9/26/2019 City Council Past Week Meeting Agenda
Somerville-George Dilboy Post No. 529 U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program
Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Updates & Information
Healey Schoolyard Design Community Meeting Thursday, October 10
Please join the Somerville Department of Public Space and Urban Forestry and Ward 4 City Councilor Jesse Clingan on Thursday evening, October 10, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for a community meeting to discuss the layout and features for the new Healey Schoolyard.
Somerville Seeking Applicants for Community Preservation Committee One position currently available on nine-member committee. Applications due October 25, 2019
Central Hill Playgrounds to Close Friday, October 11, Through Approximately Fall 2021
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 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
Somerville HS Class of 1969 50th Reunion
50 years and counting! Continue reading Somerville HS Class of 1969 50th Reunion
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.
Somerville Police Promotions Approved:(Requesting confirmation appointment of Michael Kiely to position of Police Lieutenant Not Approved)
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…
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
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.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to: http://www.Amazon.com
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
BAKER ANNOUNCES 4-MONTH BAN ON SALE OF ALL VAPE PRODUCTS
By Bob Katzen
Governor Charlie Baker declared a public health emergency in response to confirmed and suspected cases of severe lung disease associated with the use of e-cigarettes and marijuana vaping products.
5 PERCENT OF PARKING SPACES FOR HANDICAPPED
By Bob Katzen
The Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government held a hearing on legislation that would require that at least 5 percent of the parking spaces regulated by a city or town be spaces for the Continue reading 5 PERCENT OF PARKING SPACES FOR HANDICAPPED
STATE TO PROHIBIT ELECTRIC SHOCK TREATMENT
By Bob Katzen
The Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities held a hearing on a bill that would prohibit any state or local facilities Continue reading STATE TO PROHIBIT ELECTRIC SHOCK TREATMENT
NO ROBOCALLS TO CELL PHONES
By Bob Katzen
The Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee will hold a hearing on October 7 at 1 p.m. in the Statehouse’s Gardner Auditorium on a bill that would prohibit robocalls to cell phones and other mobile electronic devices. Continue reading NO ROBOCALLS TO CELL PHONES
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 39 September 23-27, 2019
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local representatives from the week of September 23-27, 2019. There were no important roll calls in the Senate last week.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 39 September 23-27, 2019
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.
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.
Somerville Speakup Line: Mayor Up to His Dirty Tricks Again
I Kind of find funny that the planning board meeting for Davis finally secured a date for 25th yesterday, then all the sudden they decide to change it to tonight the 26th, coincidently is the same day as Marianne the candidate for mayor is having her volunteer fund raising event.
Elect MARIANNE for MAYOR of Somerville
Our campaign has the best supporters in the city! Thank you everyone for getting involved – even the people who didn’t fit in to the photo! Continue reading Elect MARIANNE for MAYOR of Somerville
REGISTER NOW: Somerville Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at River Bar October 3
Please join us on the waterfront at Assembly Row’s River Bar for a fun evening of eating, drinking, and networking! This event will have a business card drawing, complimentary appetizers, a cash bar and no cover. The evening will feature: Continue reading REGISTER NOW: Somerville Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at River Bar October 3
Anonymous Letter to the Editor: Mayor’s City Councilor-at-Large Candidate Is A Rubber-Stamp Plant, Enclosed Her Divorce/Separate Support Summons
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly,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.
Somerville News Weekly Online Digital Subscriptions
To all our valued readers and sponsors,
Over the past three and a half years we here at the Somerville News Weekly have fallen victim to political retaliation and retribution that has caused us to take an ongoing financial beating every year. Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Online Digital Subscriptions
Somerville Speakup Line:Former Somerville Police Officer Keith Winfield Who Was Wrongly Found Guilty of Horrific Crime on a Child
Anonymous Letter to the Editor:Why Mayor Joe Curtatone Has To Go Now
Check out STEALING SOMERVILLE Author William Tauro’s nationwide interview on the Mike Siegel WRKO AM 680
A one hour show on STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City as he tells the world the story about corruption in Somerville as well as the administration’s dirty deeds! Continue reading Check out STEALING SOMERVILLE Author William Tauro’s nationwide interview on the Mike Siegel WRKO AM 680
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.
Letter to the Editor: ”It’s Like a Trashy Reality Show!”A heartfelt letter from an employee of the Registrar Maria Curtatone of the South Middlesex County Registry of Deeds
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
September 24th, 2019 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online
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Please Join Us at ST. Joseph’s 150th Anniversary Celebration Sun Oct 6th, 2019 Mass at 11:00am
Somerville Remembering Anthony Iannuzzi
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Anthony Iannuzzi on his passing this past week. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Anthony Iannuzzi
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 Prevention Conducts Annual “Compliance Checks” at Local Liquor Retailers
Somerville youth conduct compliance checks as part of prevention, enforcement strategies. Continue reading Somerville Prevention Conducts Annual “Compliance Checks” at Local Liquor Retailers
Somerville Annual Domestic Violence Vigil to be Held Wednesday, October 2
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, the Somerville Commission for Women and RESPOND Inc. announce the annual Candlelight Vigil in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month on Wednesday, October 2, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Statue Park in Davis Square. Continue reading Somerville Annual Domestic Violence Vigil to be Held Wednesday, October 2
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.
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Hamza WARSAME (RS MV, Use MV without Authority)
On Thursday, September 19, 2019, while on full uniformed patrol in marked unit 781, I(Officer Patrick Canty) was on a directed patrol of the Healey School when I noticed a motor vehicle occupied by two parties. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Hamza WARSAME (RS MV, Use MV without Authority)
Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 9/16/19 – 9/22/19
Somerville News Weekly’s Special Persons of the Week:The Staff of the Spaulding Hospital for Continuing Medical Care Cambridge
LBC Boutique & Loan 260 Elm ST. Davis Square Somerville
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
Missing Massachusetts Woman Please Share
It’s been August 7th now since Sandra Crispo disappeared from her Hanson MA home. Continue reading Missing Massachusetts Woman Please Share
Police Searching for Missing Stoneham Woman
Kerry Kenney-Bonavita, 43, has been missing since Saturday night. (Stoneham Police) Continue reading Police Searching for Missing Stoneham Woman
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
Somerville Animal Control Updates: MISSING DOG!
MISSING DOG!! PLEASE SHARE!!
“Theo” is a very friendly 8lb male. He went missing the night of September 20th in the area of Cambridge St/Norfolk St in Cambridge. Continue reading Somerville Animal Control Updates: MISSING DOG!
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
Coming This Fall To The Somerville News Weekly
Letter to the Editor: Somerville’s Zoning Versions
Dear Sir,
In August the City of Somerville released a new version of the planned zoning, v4.0. Previously, version 3, from January 2019, had been preceded by multiple public meetings as part of the neighborhood planning process to help the city understand what the constituents wanted, and did not want. Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Somerville’s Zoning Versions
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 High School Class of 1949 Reunion
Photo left to right:Bill Mahoney, Joseph O”Callaghan, Neil MacNevin, Toni Spinucci.
The Somerville High school, class of 1949 held an event on Wednesday, Sept 18th, that could be considered a bit rare… Continue reading Somerville High School Class of 1949 Reunion
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 Office of Housing Stability to Host Workshop on Searching for Housing with a Section 8 Voucher
Workshop planned for Thursday, September 26 at Somerville Public Library Continue reading Somerville Office of Housing Stability to Host Workshop on Searching for Housing with a Section 8 Voucher
Somerville Historic Preservation Commission Announces Fall 2019 Events
Join SHPC and Historic Somerville for walking tours, bike tours, docent tours and more. Continue reading Somerville Historic Preservation Commission Announces Fall 2019 Events
Somerville to Host Community Meeting, Discussion on Road Safety Following Recent Pedestrian Crashes
City, MassDOT staff to meet with community members about planned safety improvements, receive feedback on future planning. Continue reading Somerville to Host Community Meeting, Discussion on Road Safety Following Recent Pedestrian Crashes
Somerville Candidate Profile: Jack Connolly for City Councilor-at-Large
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
BAN TOXIC FLAME RETARDANTS
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 38-0, approved and sent to the House bill that would ban 11 toxic flame retardants from children’s products, bedding, carpeting and residential upholstered furniture sold or manufactured in Massachusetts, except for inventory already manufactured prior to August 31, 2020. Continue reading BAN TOXIC FLAME RETARDANTS
WOMEN’S HISTORY TRAIL
By Bob Katzen
The House 156-0, approved and sent to the Senate a bill requiring the state’s Office of Travel and Tourism and Department of Transportation to develop and implement a Women’s Rights History Trail Continue reading WOMEN’S HISTORY TRAIL
ALLOW UNIONS TO CHARGE NON-UNION MEMBERS FOR SOME COSTS
By Bob Katzen
The House 154-1, Senate 39-1, successfully overrode Gov. Charlie Baker’s veto of a bill that would allow unions to charge non-members for the cost of some services and representation. Continue reading ALLOW UNIONS TO CHARGE NON-UNION MEMBERS FOR SOME COSTS
$1.5 BILLION FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM
By Bob Katzen
Rep. Alice Peisch (D-Wellesley) and Sen. Jason Lewis (D-Winchester), the co-chairs of the Education Committee, unveiled a long-awaited consensus school finance reform bill that will invest $1.5 billion in its public education system over the next seven years. Continue reading $1.5 BILLION FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM
MASS TO BAN COAL ROLLING
By Bob Katzen
The Transportation Committee’s hearing included a proposal that would prohibit anyone driving a diesel-powered vehicle from releasing significant quantities of soot, smoke or other particular emissions that obstruct or obscure another driver’s view of the roadway. Continue reading MASS TO BAN COAL ROLLING
STATE TO RAISE AGE FOR ‘SPEEDY TRIALS’
Photo by William Tauro
By Bob Katzen
The Judiciary held a hearing on a bill that would raise from 65 years old to 75 years old the age at which a person can take advantage of the state’s Speedy Trial Law. Continue reading STATE TO RAISE AGE FOR ‘SPEEDY TRIALS’
MUST PAY SEXUAL HARASSMENT FINES FROM PERSONAL FUNDS
By Bob Katzen
Another bill heard by the Judiciary Committee would prohibit public officials from using taxpayers’ money or campaign contributions to pay fines if he or she is found guilty Continue reading MUST PAY SEXUAL HARASSMENT FINES FROM PERSONAL FUNDS
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 38 September 16-20, 2019
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local senators and representatives from the week of September 16-20, 2019. Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 38 September 16-20, 2019
MASSDEMS ENDORSE “GREEN NEW DEAL FOR MASSACHUSETTS NOW”
Massachusetts Democrats endorsed seven bills pending in the State Legislature to combat climate change at their annual convention this month in Springfield. Continue reading MASSDEMS ENDORSE “GREEN NEW DEAL FOR MASSACHUSETTS NOW”
Letter From The Editor: Mayor/Administration Continued Efforts to Promote Disgraced Somerville Police Officer Continues
By William Tauro
On the Somerville City Council agenda, the city council has placed an item to be addressed regarding a Somerville Police officer who for the third time is attempting to get promoted to the rank of lieutenant.
Somerville Speakup Line:“A Police Officer’s Perspective”
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
I have sent this to the Somerville Journal, not sure if they will publish, via email and mailing a copy to the Mayor and Chief of Police to share with all of his staff. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:“A Police Officer’s Perspective”
Somerville’s First Dedicated Bus Lane Accident
By William Tauro
Somerville has suffered its first serious dedicated bus lane accident this past Friday involving two motor vehicles, one of which was traveling in the bus lane. Continue reading Somerville’s First Dedicated Bus Lane Accident
Somerville Remembering Dolores E. Pitcher
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Dolores E. Pitcher on her passing this past week. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Dolores E. Pitcher
SOMERVILLE REMEMBERING LAURA C (MANCUSO) PINI
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Laura C, (Mancuso) Pini on her passing. Continue reading SOMERVILLE REMEMBERING LAURA C (MANCUSO) PINI
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
Somerville Firefighters Local 76 Updates
This week companies are rotating through MBTA Bus training being led by MBTA Instructors and Mechanics. Continue reading Somerville Firefighters Local 76 Updates
The Somerville Ball Square Festival is happening this Sunday, September 22!
Join us from noon to 5 p.m. for live music, tasty food, arts & crafts, and more! Continue reading The Somerville Ball Square Festival is happening this Sunday, September 22!
MARIANNE For MAYOR Volunteer Party Somerville
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 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
Somerville Firefighters Training On Bicycle Maneuvers
By William Tauro
This past week, the Somerville Fire Department was training firefighters for a different type of life saving techniques on bicycles. Continue reading Somerville Firefighters Training On Bicycle Maneuvers
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
Somerville Seniors Celebrate Healthcare Wins at State House Bill-Signing Ceremony
Gov. Charlie Baker lauds seniors’ hard-fought victories to expand access to affordable healthcare Continue reading Somerville Seniors Celebrate Healthcare Wins at State House Bill-Signing Ceremony
SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSONS OF THE WEEK
Meet this week’s “Special Persons of the Week:
THE ANTHONY LOUIS CIAMPI MEMORIAL FUND COMMITTEE Continue reading SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSONS OF THE WEEK
Robert Salvato Electrician
Tel:(978)767-0464 Email:Redlantern2@aol.com
6 Bristol St. N. Billerica, MA. 01862
My Name Is Marianne Walles and I Am Running For Mayor of Somerville
My name is Marianne Walles and I am running for Mayor of Somerville. My father was born and raised here and lived in Winter Hill his entire life. Continue reading My Name Is Marianne Walles and I Am Running For Mayor of Somerville
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.
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.
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)
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Keith HILL (Shoplifting)
On Saturday, September 14, 2019 I was assigned to W-6. At approximately 4:15 PM, myself and W-7, Officer C. Collette, were dispatched to CVS at 1 Davis Square for a report of shoplifting. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Keith HILL (Shoplifting)
Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 9/9/19 – 9/15/19
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
Somerville Voter Beware:Reports of Political Sneaky Election Tactics
By William Tauro
With the Somerville primary election behind us and as we await the general election in November, we have received multiple phone calls regarding some pretty questionable election situations. Continue reading Somerville Voter Beware:Reports of Political Sneaky Election Tactics
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.
Somerville Animal Control Updates
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The very friend girl was found today (09/16/19) in the Lee St area. Continue reading Somerville Animal Control Updates
Somerville Police and Fire Marine Unit Boats Both Make Debut on Mystic River
By William Tauro
This past Saturday, the Somerville Police Department (SPD) launched its newest tool in fighting crime and ensuring public safety along Somerville’s waterfront. Continue reading Somerville Police and Fire Marine Unit Boats Both Make Debut on Mystic River
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
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