Join staff from the City of Somerville’s Mobility Division, City Councilors Jesse Clingan, Ben Ewen-Campen, and Matt McLaughlin, City Staff and Gilman Square Neighborhood Association (GSNA) for a community meeting about the
Monthly Archives: January 2020
Four Individuals Charged in Connection With Violent Assault at Encore Casino
Four individuals have been indicted in connection with a violent assault in an elevator at Encore Boston Harbor, Attorney General Maura Healey announced today.
Matthew Haley, 27, of Cambridge, and Jose Mercado, 32, of Boston, were
On the Seventh Anniversary of the Shooting Death of Shawn Clark Authorities Continue Seeking Public’s Assistance
Photo:Suspect in Shawn Clark murder
Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and law enforcement authorities are requesting assistance from the public on the seventh anniversary of the fatal shooting that took the life of a store owner in Malden on January 29, 2013.
Shawn Clark was shot seven years ago while working at Patriot Skateboards at 804 Main Street in Malden. At this time, no one has been charged in connection with the crime.
“My office continues investigating what happened that afternoon and we hope to identify the perpetrators of this crime. I want to call on anyone that may have witnessed or heard anything that day. The slightest tip can often prove to be the most helpful,” said District Attorney Ryan.
Investigators believe the murder of Shawn Clark can be solved. Often a citizen provides a small detail that may not appear to have significance to the person but which opens doors for detectives and sends them along a path that has led to an arrest.
Once again, the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office is releasing video surveillance from the store from the day the murder occurred in an effort to identify two suspects. The video can be viewed here. Please note in particular the facial and bodily appearances of the suspects and the clothing that they are wearing.
Based on the video surveillance inside the store and witness interviews, it is believed that two males entered the store shortly after 12:30 p.m. on January 29, 2013 and a confrontation ensued with Shawn Clark, the proprietor. Clark was shot multiple times by one of the two males. Both males then fled the scene.
The Massachusetts State Police and Malden Police Department continue to investigate this shooting and urge members of the public with information to call either the Massachusetts State Police at (781) 897-6600 or Malden Police at (781) 397-7171.
This case has been assigned to the Chief of Middlesex District Attorney’s Office Cold Case Unit, David Solet. The Victim Witness Advocate is Danielle DeMeo.
Somerville interactive game show and discussion
Come be part of an interactive game show and discussion, while learning about the results of the 2019 Student Health Survey! Continue reading Somerville interactive game show and discussion
Somerville-sewer and roadway infrastructure upgrades planned in the Spring Hill area
Join the Somerville Engineering Department, Ward 3 Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen, Continue reading Somerville-sewer and roadway infrastructure upgrades planned in the Spring Hill area
Benevolent Asian Jade Society of N.E. Annual Banquet March 13th
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line: MASS POLICE CHIEFS REPORTS Issue 20 NEWS HIGHLIGHTS September 2019 and the “Somerville Puppet Show”
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
We would appreciate if you would post this article in your publication showing the world what Somerville politics and a puppeteer controlling the police department is all about?
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, January 29, the 29th day of 2020 with 337 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:02 and sunset is @ 4:52. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are Mars, Neptune and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1728 – John Gay’s The Beggar’s Opera was first performed at Lincoln’s Inn Fields Theatre, London. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville Bike Lanes and Identity Politics
By Matthew McLaughlin
When people use the phrase “identity politics” transportation policy does not come to mind. Yet if you examine the debate over bike lanes, there are undertones of a
CAAS staff approve new union contract Agreement improves wages, maintains strong benefits and gives staff a voice in service quality and programs
By Rand Wilson
Union members at the Community Action Agency of Somerville (CAAS) overwhelmingly approved their new contract on Thursday, January 23 in a secret ballot ratification vote. Through the process of
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January 28th, 2020 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online
The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Happy Birthday to a number of Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday to Richard Cucchiello, Liegh Marie, John Stabile, Joni Carroll, Chucky Varney, Sandra DeStefano Cosmopoulos, Lawrence Capriotti, Linda Levesque-McNeill, Billy Nolan, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Hotline to the Underground / Joe Viglione
What is the Hotline? It’s a well-established entertainment page popular in the 1970s in Musician’s Magazine, back in the 1980’s in Continue reading Hotline to the Underground / Joe Viglione
THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION – HIGHWAY DIVISION NOTICE OF A PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING Project File No. 608562
A Public Information Meeting will be held by MassDOT to discuss the planning study for the proposed Intersection Improvements at McGrath Highway (Route 28) / Mystic Avenue (Route 38) project in Continue reading THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION – HIGHWAY DIVISION NOTICE OF A PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING Project File No. 608562
How Wynn Almost Lost The License In Everett
By Josh Resnek
In January 2018, when news of Steve Wynn’s sexual escapades hit the news in a Wall Street Journal investigative report, many believed it would be the end of the casino. Continue reading How Wynn Almost Lost The License In Everett
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Michael ALTIERI (OUI Liquor, Speeding)
On January 24, 2020, I (Officer N. Moreira) was in full uniform while assigned to marked cruiser East-1. I was leaving a previous call at twin city plaza and began
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Davidson DEOLIVEIRA (OUI Liquor, Fail to Stop/Yield) (Lynn Warrant)
I, Officer Sergio Costa, report the following summary of events based on direct and indirect interview with the
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: David JEAN-LOUIS (Giving False name to PO, Fail to Stop/Yield, Unlicensed Operation)
On the above date and time, I was assigned to marked traffic unit, Tango 4, in full police uniform. At approx. 11:50am I observed a black
Somerville Weekly Arrest Log 1/13/20 – 1/26/20
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:City Councilors Passing The Buck
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
I sent the at large councilors this email.
To the Councilors at Large as per Mark Niedergang
The posts blocking the parking for Broadway and Temple were replaced so the unused bike lanes can keep the handicapped and
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Infrastructure and high demand for housing will never change in Somerville
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
(Len’s posted comment)
The infrastructure and high demand for housing will never change in Somerville…. Bio-tech, Hospitals. and great colleges make it a prime area for companies to
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Vehicles with out-of state-plates whose owner’s reside in Somerville
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
It has come to my attention over the past several years that I have seen hundreds if not thousands of vehicles with out-of state-plates whose owners reside in Somerville. This means these owners are
More Somerville Assembly Row Store Closings Announced
More store closings at Somerville’s Assembly Row. Motherhood Maternity is due to close at the end of this month.
Somerville Firefighters Participate In BFit Challenge
Photo courtesy:Somerville Fire Department 
Great showing by the SFD at the BFit Challenge at the TD Garden this past Sunday to benefit the 100 Club. Strong work by you all!
CAAS staff to vote on new contract that improves wages, maintains strong benefits and gives staff a voice in service quality and programs
Somerville – After several months of collective bargaining, Community Action Agency of Somerville (CAAS) management and agency staff reached a tentative agreement on a Continue reading CAAS staff to vote on new contract that improves wages, maintains strong benefits and gives staff a voice in service quality and programs
Somerville City Planning Projects Underway
Improvement ProjectsGreen Line ExtensionThe final cut-over for the second of two Commuter Rail tracks between the Washington St. bridge and the Sycamore St. bridge is expected to take place the weekend of January 24.
Activities will include heavy equipment movement, hauling and dumping of crushed stone, and the cutting and welding of track. Overnight noise in these areas may be disruptive at times, primarily due to the Continue reading Somerville City Planning Projects Underway
ALLOW 16- AND 17-YEAR-OLD YOUTHS TO VOTE IN LOCAL ELECTIONS
By Bob Katzen
The Elections Laws Committee held a hearing on two pieces of legislation that would allow cities and towns to permit people aged 16- and 17-year to
REQUIRE DECAL FOR DRIVERS WITH A LEARNER’S PERMIT
By Bob Katzen
The Transportation Committee’s agenda included a bill that would require a highly-reflective “L Plate” decal to be
MEDAL OF LIBERTY
By Bob Katzen
A bill heard by the Veterans Affairs Committee would expand the current law that requires the Medal of Liberty to be Continue reading MEDAL OF LIBERTY
BAKER PROPOSES $44.6 BILLION FISCAL 2021 STATE BUDGET
By Bob Katzen
Governor Baker fired the first shot in the long battle over the state budget for fiscal year 2021 that begins on July 1. He proposed
$1.5 BILLION FOR EDUCATION
By Bob Katzen
The House 156-0, Senate 39-0, approved and on November 26th Baker signed into law the
CHILDREN’S HEALTH
By Bob Katzen
The House 155-0, Senate 40-0, approved and on November 26th Baker signed into law legislation designed to
CAMPAIGN FINANCE LAW
By Bob Katzen
The House 155-0, Senate 39-0, approved and on November 26th the governor signed a bill making changes in the
BAN HAND-HELD CELL PHONES
By Bob Katzen
The House 154-1, Senate 38-1, approved and on November 25th Baker signed into law a
$200 MILLION IN CHAPTER 90 FUNDING FOR LOCAL ROADS
By Bob Katzen
The House 152-0, Senate 40-0, approved and on June 6th the governor signed into law a bill authorizing $200 million in
AUTOMATIC VOTER REGISTRATION IS UNDERWAY
By Bob Katzen
As of January 1st, Massachusetts citizens who are not registered to vote will be automatically be registered when they apply for or
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 45 – Report No. 4 January 20-24, 2020
By Bob Katzen
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Tevin NYACHERO (Distribute Class B Drug, Unlicensed MV Op)
The following is a brief summary to incident #20002757.
During the evening of January 16, 2020, members of the Somerville Police Department Drug Control Unit were Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Tevin NYACHERO (Distribute Class B Drug, Unlicensed MV Op)
Somerville Announces New Online Bill Payment System
The next time you visit the City of Somerville website to pay your tax or water bills, the online system will look a
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Edgar MACIAS PASOS (A&B DW)
On 01/14/2020, I was dispatched to the Somerville Hospital for a past assault and battery which had occurred at XXXX, 70X Broadway.
Upon my arrival, I met with
Absentee Ballots Available for the March 3 Presidential Primary
Absentee ballots are now available for the Tuesday, March 3, presidential primary election. Massachusetts voters may use an absentee ballot if they will be
SomerVision 2040 Comment Period Open
The Somerville Planning Board is now accepting comments on the SomerVision 2040 plan, which updates and
Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Updates & Information
UPCOMING EVENTS/TRIPS Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Updates & Information
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Broadway Parking Meters
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
Sent off a bunch of emails to officials in charge hoping someone will see the light.
I think the time is way overdue that we
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, February 02, the 33rd day of 2020 with 333 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:8 and sunset is @ 4:57. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are Mars, Neptune and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1536 – The Argentine city of Buenos Aires was founded by Pedro de Mendoza of Spain. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, February 01, the 32nd day of 2020 with 334 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 6:59 and sunset is @ 4:56. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are Mars, Neptune and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1788 – Isaac Briggs and William Longstreet patented the steamboat. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville Mayor’s Push To Make Massachusetts a Sanctuary State
By William Tauro
This past Friday, a delegation including Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone, Somerville Police Chief David Fallon and Somerville City Councilman Will Mbah were lobbying at a public hearing at the Massachusetts Statehouse giving testimony on Immigration, Safe Communities Act legislation.
The hearing was in regards to converting Massachusetts to become a sanctuary state.
The City of Somerville Ignoring Problems Hoping They Will Just Go Away
By Arthur Moore
Once again I sent an email to the city council and traffic department on Jan. 18th. Once again I have been ignored except for two people. Bill White who stepped in to explain process to me which I have to say he has always been Continue reading The City of Somerville Ignoring Problems Hoping They Will Just Go Away
Statement from Revolutionary Clinics on Today’s Decision from the Superior Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Revolutionary Clinics is pleased with today’s decision and appreciates the diligence and thoughtful consideration by the Court, which confirmed, as Revolutionary Clinics has maintained from Continue reading Statement from Revolutionary Clinics on Today’s Decision from the Superior Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Mayor, Elected Officials and Local Wing Nuts Financially Choking Property Owners to Death!
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
It appears this is just the tip of the iceberg for what is in store for property owners. The Mayor along with other elected officials and numerous local wing nuts attended the state house for a Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Mayor, Elected Officials and Local Wing Nuts Financially Choking Property Owners to Death!
Somerville Remembering Marie T., (Shea) Doherty
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Marie T., (Shea) Doherty on her passing.
Continue reading Somerville Remembering Marie T., (Shea) Doherty
Somerville Animal Control Updates: FOUND DOG
This sweet lady was found today(01/24/20) in the area of Meacham and Moreland St on the Medford line. Continue reading Somerville Animal Control Updates: FOUND DOG
Somerville Animal Control Updates:Coyote Sightings In Somerville
Many of our residents have contacted us regarding coyote sightings. Mating season is upon us. Here is some Continue reading Somerville Animal Control Updates:Coyote Sightings In Somerville
Somerville News Weekly’s Special Persons of the Week Patricia Contente, Cheryl Delafano, Greg Johnson, Jennifer Korn, Sabrina Ozit
Photo:From the left: Deputy Chief Stephen Carrabino, Greg Johnson, Jennifer Korn, Chief David Fallon, Captain Richard Lavey, Cheryl Delafano
Meet this week’s “Special Persons of the Week:Patricia Contente, Cheryl Delafano, Greg Johnson, Jennifer Korn and Sabrina Ozit
Friday, January 24th 2020—
It is with the greatest confidence I recommend Patricia Contente, Cheryl Delafano, Greg Johnson, Jennifer Korn and Sabrina Ozit who collectively are the heart and soul of the Community Outreach, Help and Recovery (COHR) Unit for Continue reading Somerville News Weekly’s Special Persons of the Week Patricia Contente, Cheryl Delafano, Greg Johnson, Jennifer Korn, Sabrina Ozit
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, January 24, the 24th day of 2020 with 342 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:06 and sunset is @ 4:46. The New Moon is exact @ 4:43PM EST. The morning stars are Mars, Neptune and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1848 – James W. Marshall discovered a gold nugget at Sutter’s Mill in northern California. The discovery led to the gold rush of ’49. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville Remembering MRS. FILOMENA C. CERQUEIRA
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Filomena C. (Ramos) Cerqueira on her passing.
Continue reading Somerville Remembering MRS. FILOMENA C. CERQUEIRA
Somerville Swears In Two New Firefighters
Two new firefighters were sworn in at last night’s (1/23/20) City Council meeting. Randy Oliver and Daniel Roche will begin training with the Fire Department on February 3rd.
The Free Speech Hour With Caroline Colarusso: Somerville Transfer Tax, Rent Control and Condo Conversion
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line: Somerville City Councilwoman’s Crazy posting with even crazier response from School Committeeman Andre Green
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:
Here’s an interesting post that Somerville City Councilwoman Stephanie Hirsch just posted to her page regarding that Somerville has little to no school kids in the city.
One true and interesting comment read as follows: “Its sad no one can afford to Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line: Somerville City Councilwoman’s Crazy posting with even crazier response from School Committeeman Andre Green
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, January 22, the 22nd day of 2020 with 344 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:07 and sunset is @ 4:43. The moon is waning. The morning stars are Mars, Neptune and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1666 – Shah Jahan, a descendant of Genghis Khan and Timur, died at the age of 74. He was the Mongul emperor of India that built the Taj Mahal as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz-i-Mahal. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Early Voting Dates for March 3 Presidential Primary Announced
Somerville voters can cast their ballots ahead of the March 3 primary election during early voting hours from Monday, February 24 through Friday, February 28. All early voting sessions will take place at Continue reading Early Voting Dates for March 3 Presidential Primary Announced
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Cops penalized for doing their Job?
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
So … am I reading this correctly .. the city is having a meeting to address “ resident concerns “
About police officers “ doing their job “ by working a detail at the straight pride parade ?? Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Cops penalized for doing their Job?
January 21st, 2020 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online
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 Will Ralph, Dana A. Wildes, Diane MacMullen, David Alves, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Who Was Martin Luther King And Why Do We Celebrate His Birthday
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (officially Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., and sometimes referred to as MLK Day) is an American federal holiday marking the
Hotline to the Underground January 20, 2020 By Joe Viglione
Ditto duo, Ditto trio, Ditto the band, the premiere rock and roll / pop unit from the North Shore will be appearing at the Beauport Hotel @Beauporthotel on Continue reading Hotline to the Underground January 20, 2020 By Joe Viglione
THE SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK JIM HENRY
Photo: Grandson Xavior and Jim Henry
Jim Henry, aid to Senator Sal DiDomenico and a very familiar face here around the Ville. Continue reading THE SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK JIM HENRY
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Encouraging Everyone To Cool It With Cyclist
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
As a fairly new resident of Winter Hill, having moved here from a city in the UK where cycling is widespread, I’ve read with some bemusement the letters and comments regarding the installation of the protected bike lanes on Broadway. I feel I’m in as Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Encouraging Everyone To Cool It With Cyclist
Mount Vernon Restaurant Somerville Love at First Bite!
MASS MOTORCYCLE HELMET LAWS CHALLENGED
By Bob Katzen
Bill(S 2380) Repeals the current state law requiring all motorcycle drivers and passengers to
DISTINCTIVE LICENSE PLATES FOR ATOMIC TESTING COMING
By Bob Katzen
Bill (S 2089) Provides distinctive license plates for veterans who participated in the early testing of
DRIVER-LESS VEHICLES COMING To MASSACHUSETTS
By Bob Katzen
Massachusetts Bill (S 2115) – Allows some testing of autonomous vehicles on the state’s streets and roads subject to restraints necessary to
DRIVER PRIVILEGE CARDS FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS
DRIVERS PRIVILEGE CARDS create a card which can be used by illegal immigrants to legally drive a car on
BAN ADVERTISING OF MARIJUANA ON BILLBOARDS
By Bob Katzen
The Cannabis Policy Committee will hold a hearing on January 28 at 1 p.m. in Room 437 at the Statehouse on a proposal that would
CITIES AND TOWN MUST FILE REPORT ON SEX EDUCATION
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 35-0, approved an amendment that would require each city, town, regional school district, vocational school district and charter school, beginning in November 2021, to file a biennial report with the Department of Elementary and Continue reading CITIES AND TOWN MUST FILE REPORT ON SEX EDUCATION
SEX EDUCATION IN SCHOOL
By Bob Katzen
The Massachusetts State Senate 33-2, approved and sent to the House a bill requiring that all public schools offering a comprehensive sexual health education curriculum must Continue reading SEX EDUCATION IN SCHOOL
BREAKFAST AFTER THE BELL
By Bob Katzen
The State Senate approved a bill designed to boost participation rates in school breakfast programs in high-poverty schools. The measure would require that Continue reading BREAKFAST AFTER THE BELL
PROTECT DISABLED PERSONS – NICKY’S BILL
By Bob Katzen
The House 154-0, approved a measure that would establish a registry that identifies individuals who have been found to have committed abuse against Continue reading PROTECT DISABLED PERSONS – NICKY’S BILL
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:City Plowing Sidewalks
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
Can you find please out why the city is plowing the sidewalks of two houses on
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 45 – Report No. 3 January 13-17, 2020
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local senators and representatives from the week of January 13-17.
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, January 20, the 20th day of 2020 with 346 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:09 and sunset is @ 4:41. The moon is waning. The morning stars are Mars, Neptune and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1265 – The first English parliament met in Westminster Hall.
1801 – John Marshall was appointed chief justice of the United States. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Somerville Partners with Cambridge Startup “GoPetie” for Dog Licensing via Smart Phone Apps
Somerville residents can now easily license their dogs directly through their smart phone.
SOMERVILLE – Somerville residents will now be able to license their dogs online and Continue reading Somerville Partners with Cambridge Startup “GoPetie” for Dog Licensing via Smart Phone Apps
Somerville Spring Hill Sewer Separation Community Meeting Feb. 3
Join the Somerville Engineering Department, Ward 3 Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen, and Ward 5 Councilor Mark Niedergang on Monday, February 3, for a Continue reading Somerville Spring Hill Sewer Separation Community Meeting Feb. 3
Somerville Remembering Helen Louise Nadile
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Helen Louise Nadile on her passing. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Helen Louise Nadile
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:New Idiotic Bike-Lane Poles On Broadway All Wiped Out
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
All the idiotic bike lane plows that divide to lanes on Broadway have been wiped out but the plows over the weekend. How much will this cost the taxpayers now again?
Letter from the Editor: Somerville City Hall Late Again
A little frigin late for this email from the city don’t you think? Maybe enough businesses have closed! Are they serious? Just ask Victor’s Deli! Continue reading Letter from the Editor: Somerville City Hall Late Again
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Letter sent to Somerville council and Brad Rawson
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
Once again I am begging the traffic department and the city council to bring some immediate relief to the plight of the Winter Hill businesses. It has been several weeks now since Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line:Letter sent to Somerville council and Brad Rawson
Letter From The Editor:Don’t Be Fooled With Intensional & Deceptive Wording In Somerville
It’s All About Deceiving the Home and Property Owners Here In Somerville
By William Tauro
They, meaning our elected officials, use the term “Rent Stability” instead of the term “Rent Control” to mislead the public and especially to place the financial burden on the hardworking/struggling home owners that have to Continue reading Letter From The Editor:Don’t Be Fooled With Intensional & Deceptive Wording In Somerville
Somerville Remembering Ernesto DeLima
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Ernesto DeLima on his passing. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Ernesto DeLima
Its In The Book! STEALING SOMERVILLE Available on Amazon
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 Its In The Book! STEALING SOMERVILLE Available on Amazon
City’s First-Ever Winter Gas Main Replacement Gets Underway to Expedite Efforts to Eradicate Gas Leaks
SOMERVILLE – For the first time in the City’s history, Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and the Department of Infrastructure and Asset Management (IAM) have allowed National Grid to Continue reading City’s First-Ever Winter Gas Main Replacement Gets Underway to Expedite Efforts to Eradicate Gas Leaks
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP PROTECT THE RIGHTS OF CAMBRIDGE AND SOMERVILLE NURSING HOME RESIDENTS
Volunteers are needed to support the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which helps to protect the rights and dignity of nursing home residents. Continue reading VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP PROTECT THE RIGHTS OF CAMBRIDGE AND SOMERVILLE NURSING HOME RESIDENTS
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, January 15, the 15th day of 2020 with 351 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:11 and sunset is @ 4:35. The moon is waning. The morning stars are Mars, Neptune and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1559 – England’s Queen Elizabeth I (Elizabeth Tudor) was crowned in Westminster Abbey. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Iranian Scientist/Somerville Resident Setup After Selling Plutonium and Uranium to Undercover Federal Agents In Somerville
By William Tauro
Back on a date this past October and again this week, we were contacted by a local pawnshop representative inquiring if we or “TMZ”were interested in purchasing actual video footage of an Iranian Scientist/Somerville resident selling plutonium and uranium to undercover federal agents in
Joe Curtatone and Fox News
By Arthur Moore
It is hard to believe our mayor can stand up there and say that this plan for Winter Hill is Continue reading Joe Curtatone and Fox News
January 14th, 2020 The Somerville News Weekly Print Edition Online
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 Rick Rossetti, Happy 14th Birthday Sal DiDomenico, Happy 3rd Birthday Aria Lily Morin, Pat Dorant, Mellisa Smith, Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
THE SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK JAY QUINN
By Frank Santangelo
Jay Quinn, is a lifelong Somerville resident of Shore Drive and a Somerville High School ‘Class of 78’ graduate. He’s also a fifteen year veteran of the Somerville Department of Public Works. Continue reading THE SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY’S SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK JAY QUINN
Hotline to the Underground 1/13/2020 by Joe Viglione
Muhammad Ali’s 78th Birthday January 17, 2020
Muhammad Ali, born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr on January 17, 1942, has a birthday surprise three and a half years after his passing on June 3, 2016. Publicist Anne Leighton co-wrote a song with Joe Deninzon of Stratospheerius – and the two combine Continue reading Hotline to the Underground 1/13/2020 by Joe Viglione
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Lakeitha HAYGOOD (Receive Stolen MV)
On Sunday, January 05, 2020, at 9:25 P.M., while traveling on Canal Street, I queried the license plate of a blue Hyundai Sonata (MA registration xxxx). The results of the query showed that the
Somerville Police Department Weekly Arrest Log 1/6/19 – 1/12/2020
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Eddy RIVERA (Disorderly Conduct, Use MV without Authority, Threat to Commit Crime, B&E)
On January 11, 2020, I, Officer Paul Beckford, was on duty for the Somerville Police (East 2). At approximately 11:23 AM, I was dispatched to Dimick St and
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Terina SMITH (Removal of Theft Detection Device, Possess Class B Drug and Boston & Braintree Warrants)
On 1/7/2020 while assigned to marked unit East-1, I responded to Saks of 5th Avenue for reports of a possible
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Colbert CLARKE (Disorderly, A&B on Ambulance Personnel)
On 1-8-2020, while assigned to marked unit East-1, I was dispatched with East-4 (Detective Thermidor) to Casey’s at 171 Broadway for reports of an
Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Vilson VIDOTO (Disorderly, Resisting Arrest) at Tony C’s Assembly Row
On 1/10/2020 at 00:47 am, I was assigned to uniformed patrol in unit East-1. I responded to Tony C’s at 699 Assembly Row for a report of an
State Representative Denise Provost Announces She Will Not Seek Re-Election
By William Tauro
State Representative Denise Provost has announced that she will not seek re-election this year. Provost announced over the weekend that she has Continue reading State Representative Denise Provost Announces She Will Not Seek Re-Election
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar Visits Somerville
By William Tauro
This past Sunday, several members of the Somerville City Council, local state representatives as well as Congress woman Ayanna Pressley and Mayor Joseph Curtatone attended an event in honor of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar at the
Somerville Animal Control Updates: MISSING CAT!! PLEASE SHARE!!
“Molly” went missing on 1/2/20 in the Farragut Ave area. Please contact us with any information at 617-625-6600 ext. 2190. Thank you!
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, January 13, the 13th day of 2020 with 353 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:12 and sunset is @ 4:32. The moon is waning. The morning stars are Mars, Neptune and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1128 – Pope Honorius II granted a papal sanction to the military order known as the Knights Templar. He declared it to be an army of God. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
PROHIBIT PUBLISHING OF NAMES OF VETERANS WHO OWE TAXES
By Bob Katzen
On May 16, the Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs held a hearing on a bill that would prohibit cities and
DEFAULT ON STUDENT LOANS
By Bob Katzen
No action has been taken by the Judiciary Committee on a bill that would
DEBT-FREE PUBLIC COLLEGES
By Bob Katzen
The Higher Education Committee has not acted on a bill that would give free college tuition including mandatory fees to
BAN FLAVORED VAPING AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS
By Bob Katzen
The House 119-33, Senate 32-6, and on November 22 Gov. Baker signed into law a bill that would ban the sale of
COLLEGE CLOSURE
By Bob Katzen
The House 158-0, Senate 37-0. approved and on November 14 the governor signed into law legislation that would require
REPEAL CAP ON WELFARE BENEFITS FOR KIDS
By Bob Katzen
The House 155-1, Senate 37-3, on April 25 overrode Gov. Baker’s veto of a bill that repeals the current law that denies
ALLOW UNIONS TO CHARGE NON-UNION MEMBERS FOR SOME COSTS
By Bob Katzen
The House 154-1, Senate 39-1, on September 19th, overrode Gov. Baker’s veto of a bill that would allow unions to
BAN CONVERSION THERAPY FOR ANYONE UNDER 18
By Bob Katzen
The House 148-8, Senate 34-0, approved and on April 8 Gov. Baker signed into law a bill that would prohibit
PAY FINE FOR NOT VOTING
By Bob Katzen
The Elections Laws Committee held a June 20 hearing on a measure that would require eligible voters to
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 45 – Report No. 2 January 6-10, 2020
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.
This week Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on some of the bills that were approved by the
Jan. 30 – Student Health Survey Discussion & Trivia Night (with Prizes!)
Somerville Prevention Services will hold its annual trivia night and community discussion on Thursday, January 30, 5:30-7:30 pm at Continue reading Jan. 30 – Student Health Survey Discussion & Trivia Night (with Prizes!)
Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line: 70 Degree Weather Outside All Weekend, Where are Mark Neidergang’s Thousands of Bikes?
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
Its 11 am on Sunday in Somerville on Broadway and its 70 degrees outside. I have to seriously ask the question, where are
Jan. 16 – Film Screening “From My Heart to Yours” Looks at Opioid Crisis
The City and the Somerville Media Center are pleased to co-present the FREE 2020 screening series of “From My Heart to Yours” – Continue reading Jan. 16 – Film Screening “From My Heart to Yours” Looks at Opioid Crisis
Community Members Sought for 2020 Climate Forward Ambassadorships
The City’s Office of Sustainability and Environment (OSE) is seeking residents to be this year’s Climate Forward Ambassadors. Up to 30 Ambassadors will be chosen for Continue reading Community Members Sought for 2020 Climate Forward Ambassadorships
Somerville Inauguration 2020: Mayor, City Council, and School Committee Sworn In
New Initiatives Announced
January 6 marked the first day of the new term for Somerville’s elected officials, and the Continue reading Somerville Inauguration 2020: Mayor, City Council, and School Committee Sworn In