Somerville/Medford Remembering John A. Barrett

JOHN’S OBITUARY
John A. Barrett – Of Arlington, Somerville and The Hague, 83, on March 21, 2022. Raised in Somerville, son of the late Joseph F. Barrett and Elvira F Viveiros. Brother of the late Irene, James, Edward and Robert Burton, and the late Joan (Strassmann) Joseph and Ruth Barrett. Survived by William, Gerald and Eugene Barrett.
Husband of the late Mary A. Hanly and father of Catherine Duffy of Somerville, Erin of Lexington and Rachel of The Hague. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering John A. Barrett

Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Billy Can You Help Us In Revere With Our Mayor:”When Human Rights Commissions are weaponized as a tool to discriminate”

Photo:Gina Salamone Castiello protesting private mediation of a constituent on who was called a “white supremacist.”

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

It’s important to increase awareness about the Human Rights Commissions (HRC) throughout Massachusetts, but especially the one in Revere MA, where I am a lifelong resident.
I received information that a constituent in my community was called a White Supremacist, which is in direct violation of the HRC Mission Statement. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Billy Can You Help Us In Revere With Our Mayor:”When Human Rights Commissions are weaponized as a tool to discriminate”

Somerville Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Seeks One Member

Open Positions: One
Term: Five years
The Somerville Housing Authority (SHA) Board of Commissioners seeks one new member, and all Somerville residents are invited to apply. This position does not have to be filled by an SHA resident, but SHA residents are encouraged to apply. Boards and commissions offer an opportunity for residents with a range of experience, skills, expertise, and perspectives to share their talents and insights with their community. Continue reading Somerville Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Seeks One Member