Relief measure provides key stimulus funding to address budgetary shortfalls and assist individuals, families, and businesses hardest hit by COVID-19 Pandemic Continue reading Donato Announces House Passage of $1billion Supplemental Budget
Daily Archives: July 13, 2020
Increase Funding for the Somerville Police Department
By Arthur Moore
Photo by William Tauro
It is time we realize it is time to increase the funding for the Somerville Police Department. For those of us who live here in this city we need the best line of defense we can get against the criminal element. When a problem occurs 911 is the number we call for help. Every single day 24 hours a day someone is there to answer the call. Continue reading Increase Funding for the Somerville Police Department
Somerville Deputy Police Chief Wars
By William Tauro
With Somerville Police Chief Dave Fallon’s retirement announcement date to step down in December fast approaching, we are now hearing that one of the current deputy chiefs is being pressured to retire as well. Continue reading Somerville Deputy Police Chief Wars
HOW THE STATE IS COMBATING MOSQUITO CONTROL
By Bob Katzen
The House 158-0, approved a bill that would grant additional tools to the State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board to combat mosquito-borne illnesses including Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile Virus (WNV). Continue reading HOW THE STATE IS COMBATING MOSQUITO CONTROL
MORE ACCOUNTABILITY FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
By Bob Katzen
The House 158-0, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that would require the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to meet new reporting requirements and be more accountable. The department’s job is to keep children safe from abuse and neglect. Continue reading MORE ACCOUNTABILITY FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
ALLOW RESTAURANTS TO SELL HARD LIQUOR
By Bob Katzen
The Senate approved a bill that would allow restaurants to sell sealed containers of mixed drinks with take-out and delivery orders. A law passed in April allows restaurants and bars to sell limited quantities of beer and wine, in their original containers, with takeout and delivery orders. Continue reading ALLOW RESTAURANTS TO SELL HARD LIQUOR
MASS 58,616 FRAUDULENT UNEMPLOYMENT CLAIMS
By Bob Katzen
The state Department of Unemployment Assistance announced that it has verified 58,616 fraudulent unemployment claims through June 20. The department has not yet released how much money was paid out in error. Continue reading MASS 58,616 FRAUDULENT UNEMPLOYMENT CLAIMS
INVESTIGATE AND REVIEW BAY STATE’S RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
By Bob Katzen
Sen. Eric Lesser (D-Longmeadow) and Rep. Jon Santiago (D-Boston) of Boston have filed legislation creating a commission that would review the Bay State’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak and make recommendations on how Massachusetts can better prepare in the future. Continue reading INVESTIGATE AND REVIEW BAY STATE’S RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
MASSACHUSETTS JOBS BILL FILED
By Bob Katzen
Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Acton) and Rep. Dan Sena (D-Acton) have filed a jobs bill to help residents economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading MASSACHUSETTS JOBS BILL FILED
Somerville: Keep an Eye on Your Mailbox: Vote by Mail Ballot Applications Are Coming
All Massachusetts voters will be able to vote by mail in both the September 1 State primary and the November 3 general election this year. By July 15, the Secretary of State will mail all eligible voters (who have not already requested an absentee ballot) a vote by mail ballot application. Continue reading Somerville: Keep an Eye on Your Mailbox: Vote by Mail Ballot Applications Are Coming
Somerville to Delay Phase 3 Open Date Until July 20
Phase 3 Business and Gatherings in Somerville to Reopen July 20
Guidelines and requirements for reopening to be announced
SOMERVILLE, MA – Phase 3 Step 1 business establishments in Somerville will be allowed to reopen on Monday, July 20, assuming all safety protocols are met. New indoor and outdoor gathering guidelines will also go into effect on July 20 with additional restrictions beyond those imposed by the State. Continue reading Somerville to Delay Phase 3 Open Date Until July 20