“This week I was outraged, saddened, and then outraged again by the killing of George Floyd, who died begging for his life as a police officer knelt on his neck. Mr. Floyd joins the far too long list of black Americans who have been killed because they were black. Continue reading Statement from Mayor Curtatone on the killing of George Floyd:
Daily Archives: May 30, 2020
The End of Somerville As A City
By Arthur Moore
After reading Mr. Tauro’s article on Union Square I wanted to address the problems. After my long experiences with Winter Hill I Know first hand that it is out of the hands of the people here. The city council has no bearing in this. They have no power over this. Continue reading The End of Somerville As A City
Somerville’s Changing Dynamics and Future Up For Grabs To Highest Bidders
By William Tauro
Since this pandemic hit us in March, the City of Somerville has lost a great amount of anticipated revenue on building permits alone that Mayor Curtatone was banking on to fuel his taxpayer funded out of control spending spree. Continue reading Somerville’s Changing Dynamics and Future Up For Grabs To Highest Bidders
Somerville Announces Additional $1.5 Million for Rental Assistance
With more than $2 million in CARES Act funds on the way for COVID-19 relief, City earmarks most for tenants in need
SOMERVILLE, MA – Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone today announced an additional $1.5 million in rental assistance for Somerville residents experiencing financial hardship as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading Somerville Announces Additional $1.5 Million for Rental Assistance
Somerville Memorialization Committee Seeks Two Resident Members
The City of Somerville’s newly formed Memorialization Committee, which will name public assets like buildings, streets, and parks, is accepting applications for two resident positions. Continue reading Somerville Memorialization Committee Seeks Two Resident Members
Collaborative Process Between City & Local Proprietors Sets Higher Safety Standards and June 1 Reopening Date for Somerville Salons & Barber Shops
Compliant Safety Plans, and adherence to State safety guidelines required;
Blow-drying initially prohibited as safety remains under review
SOMERVILLE, MA – After a collaborative effort by Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, local salon and barbershop owners, the Somerville Board of Health, and City staff, a reopening timeline and safety requirements are now in place for Somerville hair service providers. Continue reading Collaborative Process Between City & Local Proprietors Sets Higher Safety Standards and June 1 Reopening Date for Somerville Salons & Barber Shops
Green Line Extension to Reopen Broadway & Washington Street Bridges
Washington Street Bridge/Underpass near McGrath Highway to Reopen May 31
Broadway Bridge in Ball Square Scheduled to Reopen First Week of June Continue reading Green Line Extension to Reopen Broadway & Washington Street Bridges
Somerville City Buildings to Remain Closed to the Public
City buildings will remain closed to the public beyond Monday, June 1. In the coming weeks, some City offices may begin to reopen for in-person business. More details will be shared as they become available. Continue reading Somerville City Buildings to Remain Closed to the Public
SMC Documentary on Opioid Crisis Wins Hometown Media Award
“FROM MY HEART TO YOURS”
WINS BEST DOCUMENTARY
BY THE ALLIANCE FOR COMMUNITY MEDIA
Video production by Somerville Media Center
focuses on the local impact of the opioid crisis
[SOMERVILLE, MA – June 1, 2020] SMC is pleased and honored to announce that it won Best Documentary in the Access Professional Category of the Alliance for Community Media Hometown Awards for the documentary “From My Heart to Yours”. Continue reading SMC Documentary on Opioid Crisis Wins Hometown Media Award
Suspect Sketch: Somerville Police Seeking Suspect in Shots Fired into Occupied Vehicle Incident
On 05/25/2020 at 08:44 PM, the Somerville Police Department received several reports of gunfire in the area of Greenville Street and Boston Street. When officers arrived on scene they located evidence indicating that numerous shots had been fired at an occupied vehicle. Continue reading Suspect Sketch: Somerville Police Seeking Suspect in Shots Fired into Occupied Vehicle Incident
Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Mayor’s Office Gives Out 200 Green Parking Tags To Construction Project
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Having parking problems with the construction worker from the Somerville High School project. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Mayor’s Office Gives Out 200 Green Parking Tags To Construction Project
Somerville Union Square Business Owners Get Final Nail In Their Coffins
By William Tauro
Why is the mayor of Somerville and our Somerville City Councilors destroying businesses in Union Square by not allowing customers to park at local businesses? Continue reading Somerville Union Square Business Owners Get Final Nail In Their Coffins
Somerville Animal Control Updates: MISSING CAT
“Harley” went missing on 05/26/20 in the area of Stickney Ave. Continue reading Somerville Animal Control Updates: MISSING CAT
Somerville Remembering Salvatore “Johnny” Sillari
Our sincere condolences thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Salvatore “Johnny” Sillari on his passing.
Salvatore “Johnny” Sillari was a wonderful man and friends to many of us here in Somerville where he will be sadly missed. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Salvatore “Johnny” Sillari