Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Just when I thought I couldn’t get more aggravated at the BROADWAY MESS, I encountered this today. They said they had to make adjustments to the
Monthly Archives: October 2019
Somerville Remembering Anthony Joseph Costa Jr. 5/19/68-10/27/19
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Anthony Joseph Costa Jr. on his passing. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Anthony Joseph Costa Jr. 5/19/68-10/27/19
“Lighting The Fire!”
Lighting The Fire! Who ever coined the phrase, “rock” or “grunge is dead” was not ready for Boston-based band War On Alexandria.
Somerville boys Liam and Lucas McCain (two members of the trio brother band Helen Trio) along with Corey Spingel (also of Awnthay) joined forces with Emma Continue reading “Lighting The Fire!”
Public Feedback Sought on Community Preservation Applicants
Seven residents have applied to fill the “general public” seat, which carries a three-year term.
SOMERVILLE – The Somerville Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is seeking public feedback on current applications for the Committee’s open seat, for which seven Somerville residents recently applied. Per city ordinance, the Committee must solicit feedback from the community prior to appointing any person to an open seat.
Somerville-The Center for Arts at the Armory Welcomes New Leadership Team
Somerville, MA—The Center for Arts at the Armory has announced a new leadership team. Stephanie Scherpf joined the organization in September 2019 as Executive Director, and Joe Botsch has recently joined as
Rep. Connolly’s November Office Hours in Somerville
Somerville Speakup Line: what’s going on with the closed off tunnel and McGrath highway overpass?
Healey Schoolyard Design Community Meeting Thursday, November 7
Please join the Somerville Department of Public Space and Urban Forestry, Ward 4 City Councilor Jesse Clingan, and the Somerville Public Schools on Thursday evening, November 7, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for a community update on the layout and features for the new Healey Schoolyard.
Nominate Properties for 2019 Preservation Awards by Wednesday, November 20 Winners to be presented during Historic Preservation Month in May 2020
Why I Am Voting for Marianne Walles by Arthur Moore
You see me out on the corner holding a sign trying to stick up for our rights and safety and air quality. This HAS to change now!! I have had enough of this administration not doing their job for the taxpayers of this city. This was set up for the people to have representation of their needs and concerns. Like in a government by the people for the people. Continue reading Why I Am Voting for Marianne Walles by Arthur Moore
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, October 29, the 301st day of 2019 with 64 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:13 and sunset is @ 5:42. 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: 1618 – Sir Walter Raleigh was beheaded under a sentence that had been brought against him 15 years earlier for conspiracy against King James I. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
October 29th, 2019 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online
A Message To Curtaphony From Lucille Bordonaro The Original West Ender
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Jamine DECAMBRA (False RMV Doc, Uttering, False ID Info, CC Fraud, Conspiracy, Resisting, Attempt) & Cameron WALTERS (Receive Stolen CC, Conspiracy) At Assembly Row Kay Jewelers
HOTLINE TO THE UNDERGROUND With Joe Viglione
By Joe Viglione
Hotline to the Underground ran in Bill Taylor’s Musician’s Magazine in the 1970s and The Beat magazine in Boston in the 1980s as well as Ron Bellanti’s Preview and other magazines back in the day. Continue reading HOTLINE TO THE UNDERGROUND With Joe Viglione
BENEFIT TO END MS: NORTH ENDER JOEY CHIARENZA BRINGS HIS SINATRA CHRISTMAS SHOW TO SOMERVILLE CITY CLUB
On December 7, 2019 at the Somerville City Club, The Music of Sinatra starring Joey Chiarenza will be hosting a night of Sinatra’s greatest hits – and his favorite Christmas tunes – to benefit The National MS Society (NMSS). Continue reading BENEFIT TO END MS: NORTH ENDER JOEY CHIARENZA BRINGS HIS SINATRA CHRISTMAS SHOW TO SOMERVILLE CITY CLUB
Father of Slain MIT Police Officer Endorses Marianne Walles for Mayor of Somerville
MARIANNE WALLES WILL HELP SOMERVILLE GROW WITH DIGNITY
I am endorsing Marianne Walles as Somerville’s next mayor. I believe Marianne will help Somerville continue its strong and positive growth and economic development. Continue reading Father of Slain MIT Police Officer Endorses Marianne Walles for Mayor of Somerville
Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 10/21/19 – 10/27/19
Massachusetts State Police Boxing Team Event
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 Lynn Dever, Kristyna Ferrara, Sondra Madison, Conor Crowley, Charles Viola, Erin DiBenedetto, Steve Hardy, Charlene Clifford Finos, Joe Donnelly, Jason Mesiti, Kate Devine, Bobby Bond, Peter “Chiller”Petruzziello,Tom Metivier, Scott Cunha, Carl Stevens, Commander Tom White, Crystal Lynne, Russell Cooper, Dennis Sullivan, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
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, October 27, the 299th day of 2019 with 66 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:10 and sunset is @ 5:45. The New Moon is exact @ 11:40 PM EDT. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1659 – William Robinson and Marmaduke Stevenson became the first Quakers to be executed in America. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville Speakup Line: Somerville voters have a choice and opportunity this election to make some change
I think Somerville voters have a choice and opportunity this election to make some change. Many residents have been complaining about a significant amount of issues affecting them. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: Somerville voters have a choice and opportunity this election to make some change
Somerville Speakup Line: An Invitation To Our City Employees
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
At least for each and everyone involved in the Winter Hill mistake. I am calling it that as that is exactly what it is. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: An Invitation To Our City Employees
Will Mayor Curtatone and Sister Become Somerville’s Next Pot-Clinic Marijuana Distillery Owners?
By William Tauro
Are we ready to have Somerville become the next pot-shop capital of the country? I’m hearing that within the next year that twelve new pot-shops are to open in Somerville. That sounds like an awful lot of pot for just a little city like Somerville with only 4.22 Sq. miles, doesn’t it?
Somerville Speakup Line:Somerville Water Bills Too High, “One Of The Reasons I’m Running
Somerville Speakup Line: Help colleges to resolve the situation which concern Public Health
Kirk Minihane Gets Mayor Curtatone Dirt From Ex-Somerville Cop Interview
Former Somerville Police Lt Exposes Dirty Somerville Mayor Joe Curtatone and Somerville School resource Officer Cop Cousin Alexandro Capobianco with proof of drug dealing accusations to Somerville youths.
Full Speed!
Click on this link for direct interview cut: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/a8g8qkk92pjtjn0/AADkESHmxU3DdfHxkgj2Ip4fa?dl=0&preview=KMS-JoeMcCainInterview-102519.mp3
Continue reading Kirk Minihane Gets Mayor Curtatone Dirt From Ex-Somerville Cop Interview
Somerville Speakup Line:School Committeeman Andre Green Talking Out Of Both Sides of His Mouth Again
Somerville school Committeeman Andre Green recently hosted a Our Somerville Revolution Cookout and takes a photo next to Marianne Walles at his Cookout but turns around and endorses Joe. The even more reality factor here is that he must’ve got promised something from Joe Curtatone! Bipolar or what?
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 SATURDAY, October 26, the 298th day of 2019 with 67 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:09 and sunset is @ 5:47. 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: 1774 – The First Continental Congress of the U.S. adjourned in Philadelphia.
1825 – The Erie Canal opened in upstate New York. The 363-mile canal connected Lake Erie and the Hudson River at a cost of $7,602,000. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Updates & Information
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:
https://soundcloud.com/user-940376055/life-with-the-curtatones
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. Continue reading Living Curtatone In Somerville, The Truth Revealed of Alleged Crimes Carried Out and Covered Up
Somerville Pop Warner Update: Congratulations to our D team and their 1st place win!!!!
Our d team girls are on deck and ready to go! Good luck ladies!!!!! Continue reading Somerville Pop Warner Update: Congratulations to our D team and their 1st place win!!!!
Somerville Missing Cat MORRISON AVE AREA/BALL SQ/DAVIS SQ/Porter Area
PLESE HELP!! MORRISON AVE AREA/BALL SQ/DAVIS SQ/Porter area! I can’t find my cat Zoe. She’s an outdoor/indoor, about 10 years old with grey fur that has a hint of orange throughout her fur and a splash of orange in the center of her face. Continue reading Somerville Missing Cat MORRISON AVE AREA/BALL SQ/DAVIS SQ/Porter Area
Somerville Speakup Line:On Arthur Moore’s Restoring Broadway Efforts
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
I applaud you, Arthur, for taking the initiative on this. Nothing short of the complete restoration of Broadway to its former configuration will suffice. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:On Arthur Moore’s Restoring Broadway Efforts
OTHER EVENTS AND DATES IN SOMERVILLE
Somerville Arts Council to Wrap Up Event Season With Puppet-Palooza 2019
As its 2019 event season comes to a close, the Somerville Arts Council has one final series of performances up—or should we say on—its sleeve: “Puppet-Palooza 2019: Tales From Around the World.” Continue reading Somerville Arts Council to Wrap Up Event Season With Puppet-Palooza 2019
Get an Update on the Tufts Partnership Agreement Negotiations
A meeting will be held Wednesday, October 30, to update Somerville residents on the status of the City’s ongoing negotiations with Tufts University for a partnership agreement. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at the TAB, 167 Holland St. Continue reading Get an Update on the Tufts Partnership Agreement Negotiations
Job Creation and Retention Board of Trustees to Hold Public Forum
Join us for a public forum on Tuesday, November 12, to discuss the progress of the Job Creation and Retention Board of Trustees (JCRT), which focuses on workforce Continue reading Job Creation and Retention Board of Trustees to Hold Public Forum
Turn in Unused and Expired Medications on Saturday October 26
Unused prescription medications can become dangerous to those you love and others. Accidental poisoning, overdose, and abuse are among the risks. The majority of teens abusing prescription drugs get them from family and friends — and the medicine cabinet. You can help prevent this by safely disposing of unused medications. Continue reading Turn in Unused and Expired Medications on Saturday October 26
Tenants’ Rights Workshop for Local Renters on Nov. 6
Come learn best practices for dealing with problems with rental units or landlords at the upcoming Tenants’ Rights Workshop on Wednesday, November 6, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Healey School cafeteria, 5 Meacham St. Continue reading Tenants’ Rights Workshop for Local Renters on Nov. 6
Polling Place Workers Needed for November 5 Election
The City of Somerville Elections Department is looking for residents to staff polling places on Tuesday, November 5, for the municipal election. All applicants must be registered Massachusetts voters, Continue reading Polling Place Workers Needed for November 5 Election
Naveo Credit Union raises $1,500 for Boston Children’s Hospital through the Miracle Jeans Day initiative
(Somerville, MA) For the ninth consecutive year, Naveo Credit Union participated in the Miracle Jeans Day initiative to raise funds for Boston Children’s Hospital, the local Miracle Network hospital. Continue reading Naveo Credit Union raises $1,500 for Boston Children’s Hospital through the Miracle Jeans Day initiative
RestoreBroadway Winter Hill Movement Updates
RestoreBroadway Movement as of Friday
What started as a rough unknowing tiny protest a very short while ago has grown very quickly in a very short time. This is due to the fact that the city made a boo boo and decided to implement a plan that was not ready. Continue reading RestoreBroadway Winter Hill Movement Updates
Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week: Jack Connolly
Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:
Jack Connolly, who was born, raised, lives, and works in Somerville continues to
achieve positive progress in all things Somerville. Continue reading Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week: Jack Connolly
HUNDREDS EXPECTED TO RALLY AT STATE HOUSE FOR RENT CONTROL AND TENANT PROTECTIONS
$1 BILLION PLUS FOR EDUCATION APPROVED
By Bob Katzen
The House 155-0, approved the Student Opportunity Act that invests $1.5 billion, mostly in the form of Chapter 70 Aid for local school districts, in the state’s public K-12 education system over the next seven years.
MASS FREE FULL-DAY KINDERGARTEN REJECTED
By Bob Katzen
The House 7-147, rejected an amendment that would provide grants to cities and towns to support the establishment of free full-day kindergarten programs in schools that do not offer it for free, and to support schools at a financial risk of losing an existing free full-day kindergarten program.
MASS STATE $780 MILLION BUDGET
$200,000 FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN’S HEALTH
DOUBLE DEPENDENT TAX CREDIT
By Bob Katzen
Senate 10-28, rejected an amendment that would double a dependent tax credit, from $1,000 per year to $2,000, for families with children and those who care for an elderly or disabled relative.
PRIMARY ENFORCEMENT OF THE SEAT BELT LAW
By Bob Katzen
The Public Safety Committee heard testimony on a bill that would allow police officers to issue tickets for seat belt violations even if the driver is not stopped for another violation as required under current law.
DELAY IMPLEMENTATION OF NEW TAXES (H 2520)
By Bob Katzen
The Revenue Committee held a hearing on legislation that would prohibit any new or increased tax from being collected, assessed or payable until three months after the passage of the tax.
MASSACHUSETTS MUSICIAN LAUREATES of COMMONWEALTH
By Bob Katzen
The Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development Committee held a hearing on a measure that would create the nonpaid position of Musician Laureate of the Commonwealth (S 2026). The laureate, appointed by the governor biennially, would write and/or perform music to commemorate important events such as ceremonial occasions, celebrations and state anniversaries; act as the governor’s adviser in musical matters and represent the state’s musical legacy.
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 43 October 21-25, 2019
Somerville Man Arrested In Masked Tewksbury Bank Robbery Attempt
Armed Bank Robbery Prevented by Police – Suspects Arrested
On October 24, 2019 at 1:40 PM the Tewksbury Police Department arrested Michael Moran, 40, of 55 Dartmouth St., Somerville for attempt to commit a crime (armed bank robbery, while masked), conspiracy, 2 counts of
SOMERVILLE’S OPIOID HYPOCRISY By Joe McCain (Somerville Police Lt. Ret.)
By Joe McCain (Somerville Police Lt. Ret.)
On June 14, 2003, I was standing over the dead body of Carlos DeMedeiros. He was still warm. As a police sergeant, it was a familiar scene. Too familiar. Since the early 1990s it was one I witnessed too frequently and it was taking a toll on me. Continue reading SOMERVILLE’S OPIOID HYPOCRISY By Joe McCain (Somerville Police Lt. Ret.)
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 FRIDAY, October 25, the 297th day of 2019 with 68 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:08 and sunset is @ 5:48. 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: 1415 – In Northern France, England won the Battle of Agincourt over France during the Hundred Years’ War. Almost 6000 Frenchmen were killed while fewer than 400 were lost by the English. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Boston Comedy Festival Turns 20! November 12-16 5 Days 8 Venues 32 Shows Over75 Comedians!
The Boston Comedy Festival turns twenty and while it is not quite old enough to buy you a drink it is old enough to make you laugh until beer comes out of your nose! Continue reading Boston Comedy Festival Turns 20! November 12-16 5 Days 8 Venues 32 Shows Over75 Comedians!
Somerville Fire Truck Swallowed Up In Sink Hole
Tonight-Important ResiStat Meeting Tonight!!! Please Go!! Event Thursday, October 24, 2019 – 6:30pm – 8:00pm Healey School Cafeteria
Event Thursday, October 24, 2019 – 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Healey School Cafeteria
5 Meacham St.
Somerville, MA
This is very important as the new businesses have lost their parking and are hurting due to the Broadway mistake. Besides the traffic problem, pollution problem and safety issues we are killing off new businesses before they even have a chance to get started. Continue reading Tonight-Important ResiStat Meeting Tonight!!! Please Go!! Event Thursday, October 24, 2019 – 6:30pm – 8:00pm Healey School Cafeteria
MAYOR CURTATONE’S COUSIN, A COP, WAS CAUGHT UP IN THE DRUG SCENE FOR MORE THAN A DECADE. PEOPLE IN POWER KNEW, BUT NOBODY DID ANYTHING ABOUT IT
By JOSEPH E. MCCAIN (LT. RET. Somerville PD)
For more than four years, I have weighed the decision of whether to publish this column. I hoped that someone else would tell their story first, as any number of Somerville officers or people who work in and around city government are also aware of the information detailed herein. Any one of them—any one of us—have the ability to come forward about abuses of power and privilege. Continue reading MAYOR CURTATONE’S COUSIN, A COP, WAS CAUGHT UP IN THE DRUG SCENE FOR MORE THAN A DECADE. PEOPLE IN POWER KNEW, BUT NOBODY DID ANYTHING ABOUT IT
Washington Street Bridge Will Remain Closed Until Spring of 2020
By William Tauro
Are we ready for round two by having this Washington Street Bridge closed until spring of 2020 now? Continue reading Washington Street Bridge Will Remain Closed Until Spring of 2020
Somerville Speakup Line:Meters Bagged Strangling Somerville Shopkeepers at the Cash Register
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
I love this the city bags the meters in areas of local businesses who are all struggling to survive. This all due to the negative impacts on their poorly orchestrated street designs that do not reflect the needs of a very dense city of 80,000 people.
Somerville Killing Off Small Businesses
(If you can think of a better vengeful title feel free.)
By Arthur Moore
My heart sank this morning when I got on Broadway and saw the posts they put up. The only place in the area where businesses have no parking at all now is the new multiuse building in which people invested their hard earned money and time to start up a small business just to have the
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 WEDNESDAY, October 23, the 295th day of 2019 with 70 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:05 and sunset is @ 5:51. 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: 1864 – During the U.S. Civil War, Union forces led by Gen. Samuel R. Curtis defeated the Confederate forces in Missouri that were under Gen. Stirling Price. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Florence Nightingales of Somerville
Restore Broadway and the Florence Nightingales of Somerville
By Arthur Moore
These two have something in common. Since I and my wife are involved with the elderly there are some things a lot of people may not know. My wife is PCA for the elderly. This means she Is a low paid worker that will go and help the shower and will help with whatever
Bicycle Vs Automobile Accident Somerville on McGrath at Broadway
Photos by Joell Johns
By William Tauro
Yet another accident took place this past Tuesday night involving a bicycle at the corner of McGrath Highway and Broadway in Somerville. Continue reading Bicycle Vs Automobile Accident Somerville on McGrath at Broadway
STEALING SOMERVILLE by William Tauro-Exposing It All On Visual Radio With Joe Viglione
Click on link below to view show:
STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City by William Tauro Continue reading STEALING SOMERVILLE by William Tauro-Exposing It All On Visual Radio With Joe Viglione
LBC Boutique & Loan 260 Elm ST. Davis Square Somerville Text us for a quote: (617)821-6229
LBC Boutique & Loan 260 Elm ST. Davis Square Somerville Text us for a quote: (617)821-6229 Continue reading LBC Boutique & Loan 260 Elm ST. Davis Square Somerville Text us for a quote: (617)821-6229
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, October 22, the 294th day of 2019 with 71 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:04 and sunset is @ 5:53. 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: 1746 – The College of New Jersey was officially chartered. It later became known as Princeton University.
1797 – Andre-Jacques Garnerin made the first recorded parachute jump. He made the jump from about 3,000 feet. 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 Lucy Catino, Tommy Doucette, Jim MacDonald, Caitlyn Marie Russell, Charley Valera, Ron Glejzier, Robert Campo, penny O’Connor Cummings, Steve Derany, Jill Trevisone Fabio, John Gannon, Linda Dove Mochi, Eileen St Laurent, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Letter to the Editor: The Old West End Sicilian Is Back Telling It Like It Is
Letter to the Editor: Socialism Not Good
Somerville Remembering Margaret A. “Peggy” (Kennedy) McDaid
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Margaret A. “Peggy” (Kennedy) McDaid on her passing. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Margaret A. “Peggy” (Kennedy) McDaid
Hotline to the Underground With Joe Viglione
By Joe Viglione
9:55 pm Saturday, October 19, 2019, Blue Manic performed at Club Bohemia. Playing harder, faster and more determined than ever. Blue Manic has become one of New England’s best metal bands, though that was not the original path, their blues-based rock evolving into something very heavy, and very, very good. Continue reading Hotline to the Underground With Joe Viglione
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Leo MURPHY (OUI Liquor)
On Saturday October 19, 2019 at approximately 1403, I Officer Randy Isaacs was dispatched to the intersection of Beacon St and Beacon PL, (a public way in the city of Somerville) for a motor vehicle accident.
Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 10/0719 – 10/20/19
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, October 21, the 293rd day of 2019 with 72 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:03 and sunset is @ 5:54. 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: 1797 – “Old Ironsides,” the U.S. Navy frigate Constitution, was launched in Boston’s harbor. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Our First Newsletter:Friends of Restore Broadway
SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK IN MEMORY OF THE LATE ROBERT GEORGE “BOBBY” PICKETT
Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Robert George “Bobby” Pickett
We thought it would be fitting especially on this time of year as we get closer to Halloween to honor a great Somerville legend who was a big part of the city and never forgot where he came from. Continue reading SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK IN MEMORY OF THE LATE ROBERT GEORGE “BOBBY” PICKETT
Somerville Assembly Row’s American Beer Garden Files For Bankruptcy Amidst $1 Million Dollar Lawsuit
Patron Getting Assaulted on Premises While Owner Watched/Liquor License Chairman Allows Bar to Expand Soon After
By William Tauro
Last week the American Beer Garden/American Brewing Company Restarant and Bar that’s located in the new Somerville Assembly Row Developement filed for United States Bankruptcy protection.
MASS SCHOOLS TO INCLUDE HOLOCAUST AND GENOCIDES IN CURRICULUM
CHILDREN’S HEALTH BEING MADE EASY IN MASSACHUSETTS
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 38-0, approved legislation designed to make it easier for children and their families to navigate the state’s complicated and often difficult to understand health care system.
SENATE APPROVES TO PROTECT DISABLED PERSONS – NICKY’S BILL
HOUSE REJECTS $500 MILLION TO COMBAT FENTANYL TRAFFICKING
By Bob Katzen
The House 38-115, rejected an amendment that would establish a $5 million grant program to help support regional fentanyl interdiction programs focused on combatting fentanyl trafficking.
$715 MILLION MASS SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET APPROVED
By Bob Katzen
The House 154-0, approved and sent to the Senate a $715 million fiscal 2020 supplemental budget to cover expenses and to fund various state programs and agencies that are running out of money.
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, October 20, the 292ndh day of 2019 with 73 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:02 and sunset is @ 5:56. 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: 1740 – Maria Theresa became the ruler of Austria, Hungary and Bohemia with the death of her father, Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
LOWER TOLLS DURING OFF-PEAK HOURS
ELECTION LAWS
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 42 October 14-18, 2019
Elect Marianne For Mayor of Somerville on Nov 5th
Marianne doesn’t take money from real estate special interests. Meanwhile real estate moguls are cementing their power and influence over incumbent Mayor Curtatone with generous contributions. OCPF records show RedGate developer Greg Bialecki gave $500 on October 17. Continue reading Elect Marianne For Mayor of Somerville on Nov 5th
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 SATURDAY, October 19, the 291st day of 2019 with 74 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:01 and sunset is @ 5:57. 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: 1765 – In the U.S., The Stamp Act Congress met and drew up a declaration of rights and liberties. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Does the Mayor have a Strong Hold on the People of Somerville?
By Arthur Moore
This is something that I have discovered in my fight to restore Broadway. I have had so many people I have talked to in person it is incredible. Continue reading Does the Mayor have a Strong Hold on the People of Somerville?
3 DAY FILM FESTIVAL STARTING TONIGHT (OCTOBER 18TH!) AT THE ARTS AT THE ARMORY – HALLOWEEN BASH AND HALLOWEEN SHORTS, SATURDAY AT THE CAPITOL THEATRE IN ARLINGTON AND FOX LIBRARY, AND SUNDAY SCREENING DOWNTOWN WITH CLOSING PARTY AND AWARDS
Doors at 5:30pm, Films at 7:30pm Friday night (nothing to scary).
We will be showing some 7+ hours of Films, Animations, and Documentaries across the various screenings venues over the 3-day event October 18th-20th.
Anonymous Letter to the Editor:Regarding Your Middlesex County Registrar of Deeds of Today Registrar Maria C Puzzle Of Corruption by Registry Whistleblower
St. Catherine’s/St. Joseph’s are Uniting for STS. LOUIS & ZELIE MARTIN PARISH’S First Annual Holiday Bazaar
St. Catherine’s and St. Joseph’s are uniting for STS. LOUIS & ZELIE MARTIN PARISH’S first Annual Holiday Bazaar Continue reading St. Catherine’s/St. Joseph’s are Uniting for STS. LOUIS & ZELIE MARTIN PARISH’S First Annual Holiday Bazaar
This Week At The Mount Vernon Restaurant In Somerville!
Carroll Roofing-Fall Gutter Cleaning Season Is Fast Approaching
Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 10/7/19 – 10/13/19
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Reporting Party Car Had Struck Several Parked Vehicles (Jake GARDNER OUI Liquor, Negligent Op of MV)
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Drug Distribution Occurring from Door Step of 2 Prescott Street (Steven ANDRADE Drug Distribute to Minor Class C)
The following is a brief summary pertaining to Incident #19057912:
Recently, I was notified by Detective McNally that a person known to him was complaining about unusual activity taking place at 2 Prescott Street. This complaining party stated they
District Attorney Marian Ryan Partners with Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center to Prevent and Address Bullying
During National Bullying Prevention Month the District Attorney’s Office Reminds People of Resources to Deal with Bullying or Cyberbullying Continue reading District Attorney Marian Ryan Partners with Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center to Prevent and Address Bullying
Somerville Speakup Line: Somerville,We Have A Problem!
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
By Arthur Moore
The big meeting In my opinion shows why we have this problem. I understand you will be able to watch the stream. First a lot of stuff was information mostly computer generated stuff which we found sort of meaningless. Some people did get to speak. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: Somerville,We Have A Problem!
Somerville Speakup Line: Broadway Restoring by Mark Niedergang Ward 5 City Councilor
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Here is my response to Arthur Moore’s letter regarding Broadway bus lane 
Dear Mr. Moore,
First I want to say how much I respect and admire your commitment and energy and time you have devoted to changing back the bus/bike lanes on Broadway, even though I disagree with you. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: Broadway Restoring by Mark Niedergang Ward 5 City Councilor
City Hall Meeting Tonight Wednesday 16 at 6PM
By Arthur Moore
Another chance to get our voices heard. The Winter Hill in Motion Plan failure is on the agenda. If you can’t make it call or email your city council members and let them know how bad it is. Thank you.. Continue reading City Hall Meeting Tonight Wednesday 16 at 6PM
Mark Niedergang, Ward 5 City Councilor Statement fromWard 5 Resistat meeting held on October 10, 2019 (edited on October 15)
I want to say a little bit about my views on the Winter Hill Broadway bus and bike lanes, since that is a subject that we Councilors have received hundreds of emails about, roughly evenly split between pro and con.
Somerville Speakup Line: Note from Joe Sullivan to Your Facebook Page Somerville News Weekly
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Residents and commuters on Beacon St in Somerville should be aware of the following meeting. This construction will likely affect life on Beacon St for 2-3 years.
Mural Unveiling at Lexington Park, October 20
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 WEDNESDAY, October 16, the 288th day of 2019 with 77 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:57 and sunset is @ 6:02. 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: 1701 – The Collegiate School was founded in Killingworth, CT. The school moved to New Haven in 1745 and changed its name to Yale College. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week: Lucille Bordonaro
Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week: Lucille Bordonaro
Longtime Somerville resident Lucille Bordonaro, one of the original West Enders can always be found visiting all the stores and shopkeepers along Broadway. Continue reading Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week: Lucille Bordonaro
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 Diane cameron-Donahue, Jim McCue, Joey DiOrio, Jimmy Dalgado, Melissa Crowley Bento, Tony Rodrigues, Rick Crosby, George Lally, Ginny Azulay Roache, Kate Donaghue, Denise Lefebvre Ribeiro, Susan Laverde DeMarco, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Letter to the Editor:Councilor Clingan Community Meeting More Than 70 In attendance Only 3 Spoke In Favor Of Bus Lanes
To the council members;
You may be aware that the recent changes to Broadway on Winter Hill has sparked outrage in the community. At a recent community meeting hosted by Councilor Clingan, more than 70 people were in attendance. Only three people spoke in favor or were neutral on the change in traffic patterns. That means more than 95% of the people in attendance were
Somerville Speakup Line:Saturday’s Bus Lane Meeting What Did and Should Happen, Put It On Ballot Before There Printed
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
I attended Saturday’s meeting regarding the bus lane. Councilor Clingan and Brad Rawson were there for the whole meeting. Councilor Stephanie Hirsch stepped in briefly. Mike Capuano came in near the end of the meeting. As expected everybody was outraged over
Somerville Speakup Line:Somerville Residents Need To Lawyer Up!
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, October 13, the 285th day of 2019 with 80 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:54 and sunset is @ 6:07. 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: 1775 – The U.S. Continental Congress ordered the construction of a naval fleet. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville Speakup Line:New Somerville DPW Commissioner Already Taking Care of His Own With Contracts
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
The corruption continues! We’re hearing that the new Somerville DPW Big Steve Mac is already taking over where the corrupt lake commissioner left off!
It seems that the new Somerville DPW Commissioner’s wife has
Somerville Speakup Line:Somerville Bus Lane Frustrations and Malfunctions
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
The big problem here is that a mistake was made just in the timing alone. Should never have been done until the bridges were returned to normal to start with. Next is they don’t listen with an open mind.
I have talked to them. Regardless of saying they made the mistake instead of
Somerville Remembering Maureen A. Toland-Lauretano
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Maureen A. Toland-Lauretano on her passing. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Maureen A. Toland-Lauretano
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 SATURDAY, October 12, the 284th day of 2019 with 81 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:53 and sunset is @ 6:09. 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: 1492 – Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer, sighted Watling Island in the Bahamas. He believed that he had found Asia while attempting to find a Western ocean route to India. The same day he claimed the land for Isabella and Ferdinand of Spain. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
“Haunted Hall” Halloween Event Returns to City Hall Concourse on October 24
FREE Halloween event features safe trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, activities for kids, and more!
SOMERVILLE – Join the City of Somerville on Thursday, October 24, for the annual “Haunted Hall” event on the City Hall concourse from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The family-friendly event will feature
“Monster Mashed-Up” at SomerStreets on Somerville Ave. Sunday, October 20
Washington St. Bridge and Underpass to Remain Closed Through April 2020; Through Traffic to Be Restored Five Months Early
As Green Line Extension construction has progressed, the MBTA announced this week that a new schedule has been determined that will restore through traffic on Washington St. five months earlier than previously anticipated.
Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Updates & Information
UPCOMING EVENTS
Volunteers needed for the Engage for Brain Health Study. Are you starting to have problems with your memory or have trouble climbing stairs? Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Updates & Information
Somerville High School 50th Reunion
Somerville High School 50th Reunion is happening November 23! Get your tickets now. Tell a friend! Continue reading Somerville High School 50th Reunion
Somerville Speakup Line:Suspicious Cambridge/Somerville Line 2 Alarm Fire All Fingers Point Towards Familiar Pattens Of History Repeating Itself
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Last Saturday on early evening on October 5th there was a fire in Cambridge on the Somerville line located at 305 Webster Av., Inman Crossing, ( Webster Ave. and Columbia Sts.). The fire damaged a development that was still under construction almost near completion.