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Congratulations to the Somerville High School Highlanders Hockey team with a victorious win over a strong Minnechaug team with a victory win of 6 to 5. They won in overtime at the SMEAD Arena in Springfield Mass! Somerville always leading the way! 👍
Continue reading Somerville High School Highlanders Hockey Team Victory Win of 6 to 5 →

VIOLETT’S OBITUARY:

Bonnett, Violet A. (Barry)- Lifelong resident of Somerville, passed away with her husband by her side on Sunday, February 26, 2023. She was 80 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Violett A. Bonnett →

Scammers can target victims through any device connected to the internet, and your TV is no exception. BBB Scam Tracker has seen an influx of reports about scammers catching people off guard with pop-ups on their smart TVs. Their objective is to steal your personal information and money.

How the scam works Continue reading BBB Scam Alert: Scammers may be targeting your smart TV →

OBITUARY:
COFFIN, Richard (Dick) William – Of Somerville February 21, 2023 passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family after a very courageous, hard fought battle. He was 84.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Richard W. Coffin →

“[We] appreciate the support and partnership with USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service and remain committed to ensuring that our most vulnerable populations, including elders, have access to local, fresh food. At a time when food insecurity rates remain high, the added benefit will provide elders with high-quality, nutritious food while supporting our Massachusetts farmers and food producers.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would allow a $1,500 tax credit for taxpayers 55 and older who purchase hearing aids.
Continue reading $1,500 TAX CREDIT FOR HEARING AIDS PURCHASE (SD 355) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would establish, under the governor’s office, a Children’s Cabinet to develop and implement a cohesive vision using integrated services to improve child, youth and family outcomes, including issues relating to child poverty, educational preparedness, mental health, homelessness, foster care, juvenile justice and the health, safety and welfare of children.
Continue reading ESTABLISH CHILDREN’S CABINET (SD 2242) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would require any presidential candidate who files to appear on a primary ballot in Massachusetts to release the most recent four years of their federal tax returns.
Continue reading PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES MUST RELEASE TAX RETURNS (SD 617) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would amend a current law which allows landlords to charge both last month’s rent and a security deposit to new tenants. Continue reading LAST MONTH’S RENT AND SECURITY DEPOSIT (SD 141) →

If I decide to announce my candidacy for mayor of Somerville, as a Mayoral candidate in Somerville, I will have a broad range of campaign topics, and my campaign promise is to have an open-door policy and give top priority to the residents of the city. Some of the key topics that I have mentioned in my campaign will include:
Continue reading If I decide to announce my candidacy for mayor of Somerville →

By Karen Glover

This past week, a homeless man being comforted by Walter, a very pleasant homeless man who I see all the time, was in physically distress. This man was being attended to by a woman who was by herself, a medical professional, Continue reading A VERY SAD OCCURENCE INSIDE DAVIS SQ. REDLINE T-STATION →

BILL’S OBITUARY:

Ellis, William C. “Bill”– Of Somerville, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023. He was 63 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering William C. “Bill” Ellis →

PAUL’S OBITUARY:

Paul Andrew Morrison, of Somerville, passed away suddenly at home on February 21, 2023; he was 55. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Paul A. Morrison →

By Karen Glover

The recently installed overhang Caution Sign, with flashing lights, especially bright and prominent at night, is a welcome addition to this highly-traffick-ed crosswalk located at Clarendon Hill Towers/Stop & Shop, Broadway. Continue reading CAUTION SIGN INSTALLED, BUT ADDITION OF TRAFFIC LIGHT IS AN ABSOLUTE NECESSITY →

After several years of inactivity during the pandemic, the City of Somerville is reestablishing its Veterans Commission. The City seeks five motivated members to relaunch the Commission, and all Somerville residents are welcome to apply. Continue reading Somerville Veterans Commission Seeks Five Members →

The City of Somerville Biosafety Committee seeks two new members, and all Somerville residents are invited to apply. One vacancy is for an academic expert, and one is open to any qualified community member. Continue reading Somerville Biosafety Committee Seeks Two Members →

STEPHEN’S OBITUARY:

Haley, Stephen Austin– Of Somerville, passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. He was 68. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Stephen Austin Haley →

SANDRA’S OBITUARY:

Rogers, Sandra M. (Slattery) Of Medford, passed away on February 21, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Sandra M. Rogers →

By William Tauro

With all the confusion with detours and roadwork in Somerville especially with all these new lanes things can get really confusing. This tractor trailer’s driver failed to negotiate the turn and hit the cement trestles above underneath of the McGrath Highway Overpass In Somerville early Wednesday afternoon.
Continue reading Tractor Trailer Hits McGrath Highway Overpass Bridge in Somerville →

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

We are so fast to complain but give few compliments. So, I need to tell of the diagnoses, good body/ auto repairs with personal attention at DGC Motors, Medford. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Great 12 years! →

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By William Tauro

This past Monday night the Malden Catholic Basketball Team was spotted at Assembly Row at Tony C’s in Somerville enjoying a wonderful meal by the Mystic River. Continue reading Malden Catholic Boys Basketball Team Breaking Bread in Somerville →

RITA’S OBITUARY:

Rita E. “Betty” (Quinn) McEwen, 84 of Somerville, passed away after a brief illness. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Rita E. “Betty” McEwen →

BEVERLY’S OBITUARY:

Beverly Ann “Bev” (Bergeron) Duffy of Englewood, Fl and Wells, ME, formerly of West Medford, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was 89. Bev graduated from Medford High School, Class of 1950. Beloved wife of the late John J. Duffy, with whom she shared over 65 years of marriage until his passing in 2020. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Beverly A. Duffy →

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

MBTA NOW PLANS TO ELIMINATE #94 BUS!

It is most important for us to submit our comments to save this crucial bus route!
This notice highlights, once again, how The MBTA Bus Redesign Committee doesn’t possess the competence, interest and expertise to thoroughly review, study and subsequently keep the tried-and-true bus routes. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: When will the Bus Network Redesign Committee ever learn to leave well enough alone? →

Calling all Medford families it’s that time of year again for the MHS Varsity Softball ladies to take the field in honor of Krystle Campbell 💙🥎

This marks the 10 year anniversary and final tournament the MHS Softball coaches will be hosting. Continue reading Medford High School Softball Sponsor Packages 2023 →

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

Greetings and good evening Mr.Tauro,
I appreciate you keeping issues in somerville real and not hiding them. Here’s a story I saw today and should be exposed if Dunkins doesn’t take action against these 2 cowardly employees at 220 Broadway across from Foss Park. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Homeless Person Trying to Grab Patrons at Dunkin’s →

By Bob Katzen

“We know gun laws save lives. Massachusetts has consistently remained in the lowest three state rankings. As an urban state with the most effective gun safety laws, we treat guns like automobiles including renewable licensing, first in the nation consumer protection regulations for the gun industry and the most comprehensive assault weapon ban. It is no coincidence that once again we have the lowest gun death rate in the nation.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would prohibit public schools from using an athletic team name, logo or mascot which names or is associated with Native Americans, or which denigrates any racial, ethnic, gender or religious group. Continue reading PROHIBIT USE OF NATIVE AMERICAN MASCOTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS (SD 857) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would create a pilot program to provide free diapers to low-income families at food pantries.
Continue reading FREE DIAPERS (SD 239) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would require all mobile phones sold or leased to disclose, on product packaging, the following notice to consumers: “To assure safety, the Federal Government requires that cell phones meet radio frequency (RF) exposure guidelines. Continue reading WARNING ON MOBILE PHONES (SD 2327) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would change the state building code to allow gender-neutral bathrooms in new construction and renovations of buildings.

Continue reading GENDER-NEUTRAL BATHROOMS (SD 316) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 3-36, rejected a joint rules amendment that would allow opponents of a bill to issue a minority report on why they oppose a bill being reported out of a committee. Current rules allow senators to indicate that they oppose the bill but only the senators who support the bill are allowed to submit their reasons for supporting it.
Continue reading ALLOW MINORITY REPORTS (S 18) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 3-35, rejected a Senate rules amendment that would strike the rule that allows a senator to participate remotely, from their home, office or other location. In a Senate session. The rule was first instituted during the pandemic. Continue reading ELIMINATE REMOTE VOTING (S 17) →

JEAN’S OBITUARY:

Jean Antoinetta (Reppucci) DeAmato, a former resident of Somerville and Medford, MA passed away at her home, February 2, 2023 in York, ME.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Jean A. DeAmato →

By Karen Glover

This Resouce Guide is very extensive. It hasn’t been updated since 2018, so best to call first if services are needed.
The Homeless Problem is huge, with so many facets. There are many services, but I guess we don’t have nearly enough? Idk…but I realized that I don’t know nearly enough about this heart-wrenching problem. Continue reading THE HOMELESS PROBLEM is THE MOST IMPORTANT PROBLEM! →

The Somerville Theatre is an independent movie theater and concert venue in the Davis Square neighborhood of Somerville, Massachusetts, United States. Over one hundred years old, the Somerville Theatre started off as a vaudeville house and movie theater. Wikipedia
Address: Continue reading Boston SciFi Film Festival & Marathon (Boston SciFi) →

A culinary cultural exchange was held in Medford recently. Medford Council on Aging has been trying out all the cultural meal options offered by Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES). Medford Director of Elder Affairs Pamela Kelly partnered with MVES for the latest tasting – a Chinese luncheon. Continue reading MVES Serves Up Cultural Cuisine in Medford →

If you’re looking to ride in style up to Wicked Funny North Andover and not have to worry about your Mai Tai consumption at China Blossom
Continue reading Text (781)854-2756 Michael Anthony PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR →

CLAIRE MCMAHON OBITUARY

McMahon, Claire A. (Murphy), of Malden, formerly of Somerville, passed away peacefully at her home on February 15th surrounded by her loving family. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Claire A. McMahon →

OBITUARY:

CLARK, Joseph F. – Of Somerville passed away on February 13, 2023 at the age of 94. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Somerville Fire Department LIEUTENANT JOSEPH F. CLARK →

On February 5th Somerville’s bravest climbed the stairs of the Boston Garden to raise money for the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts (PFFM) cancer fund in order for members to receive the GRAIL test which detects 50 types of cancers. Continue reading Somerville Firefighters Local 76 News Updates →

You can help. On February 13, more than 50 people, including 16 children, were displaced by an apartment block fire on Highland Avenue. Fortunately, everyone got out safely, but significant challenges remain for our neighbors and students who cannot return to their homes. More than 13 City departments and a half-dozen partner agencies mobilized to set up temporary shelter, food, and other supports, but your help is needed for what comes next. Continue reading EMERGENCY DONATIONS SOUGHT FOR FIRE VICTIMS →

Trees in City parks to undergo proactive maintenance and comprehensive health assessments; park closures required during maintenance Continue reading Somerville’s Parks Tree Health Program Gets Underway This Spring →

First Public Listening Sessions for SPD Chief Search Will Be Held February 28 and March 9
Sessions Will be Conducted by Executive Recruiting Firm GovHR Continue reading Somerville Community Invited to Help Guide Police Chief Recruitment →

As part of the ongoing Armory Master Plan process, the City and Somerville Arts Council seek 20 individuals to participate in a 75-minute online focus group discussion which will guide the Armory’s future as a vibrant arts center for years to come.
Continue reading City and Somerville Arts Council seek 20 individuals to participate in a 75-minute online focus group discussion which will guide the Armory’s future →

The City of Somerville Housing Division is holding a public hearing to obtain public input on its draft Allocation Plan for more than $1.6 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Continue reading Public Hearing on Allocating Federal Funds to Reduce Homelessness & Increase Housing Stability, February 23 →

All Somerville residents should be on the lookout for the 2023 annual City of Somerville census in their mailbox. Upon receipt, please complete the brief form and return it to the City via mail, email, fax, or in person. Continue reading Return Your Completed 2023 City of Somerville Census Form →

Rigione, Yvone A. passed away on Feb. 15, 2023 at the age of 80 in Somerville, MA. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Yvone A. Rigione →

Assault

23007004: On 2/7/23 at approximately 10:37 PM, Somerville Police responded to a business on Pearl St for report of an assault. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated while inside the store, he observed four juvenile males shoplifting. He asked them to put the items back and the juveniles began to assault him multiple times. Continue reading Somerville Police Department Crime Activity Log →

New nationwide coalition aims to accelerate lead service line replacement, tackling legacy public health inequities and furthering environmental justice nationwide Continue reading Somerville Joins Biden-Harris Partnership to Eliminate Lead Pipes from Water Infrastructure →

DONNA’S OBITUARY:

Donna J. MacAdams, of Sandwich, MA and formerly of Arlington, passed away on February 13, 2023, she was 78. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Donna J. MacAdams →

Seminar Hosted by Somerville Inclusionary Housing Program and Winter Hill Bank

SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville’s Inclusionary Housing Program and Winter Hill Bank are pleased to invite the Somerville community to join a First-Time Home Buyer Seminar on Wednesday, February 22, from 6-7:30 p.m.
Continue reading Somerville Community Members Invited to Join First-Time Home Buyer Seminar on February 22 →

By Arthur Moore

My life has been one of helping others worse off than myself. Sadly I live in a city that is not interested in that concept. Once again I will offer a suggestion that helps those people. Many homeless here live in their cars for obvious reasons. They have no money to rent a place. Many are just regular people who ran into problems. I know some personally who have lived out of their cars here. Continue reading Protected Parking for the Homeless →

WILLIAM’S OBITUARY:

U.S. Veteran
FARRELL, William T. – Of Medford February 14, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Lois (Clark) Farrell. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering William T. Farrell →

OBITUARY:

CLARK, Joseph F. – Of Somerville February 13, 2023. Complete notice to follow. Late Somerville Firefighter and US Veteran, US Marine Corps.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joseph F. Clark →

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TROY’S OBITUARY:

Justin Savage aged 50 of Somerville, Massachusetts (Formerly of Tennessee), passed away at his residence on February 7, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Troy J. Savage →

By William Tauro

Please check out this recent article that came out this past week on February 10, 2023 in the Tuft’s Daily and check out Somerville City Councilor Matt McLaughlin’s quoted response (“We live in the Golden Age of corruption in local government because there’s no media,” McLaughlin said, quoting Producer David Simon.)” Where have you been Matt? Continue reading Somerville City Councilor Coming Out of the Closet as Town-Crier a Little too Late Regarding Political Corruption →

Thank you

Capasso, Coaches and the Somerville High
School Hockey Team,
On behalf of mvself and my family I would like
to extend our appreciation during one of the
most difficult times. The SHS team scored big
by paying their respects to Pasquale’s aunt
Kathy. Everyone present could not stop talking
about how respectful the young men were as
they paid their respects. Continue reading Thank You From Family of KATHLEEN M. SULLIVAN →

MILDRED’S OBITUARY

Mrs. Mildred H. (Perkins) Walker, of Somerville, passed away at the age of 101 on February 12, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Mildred H. Walker →

Medford Police are searching for these three who work together to steal a woman’s wallet in Wegmans. Continue reading Medford Police are searching for these three who work together to steal a woman’s wallet in Wegmans →

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Residential Breaking & Entering

23005906: On 2/3/23 at approximately 9:58 AM, Somerville Police responded to an apartment complex on Canal St for report of a past breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated the lock on his storage locker was cut. Nothing was reported missing.
Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Crime Update →

Our sincere condolences to friends and family of Jim Lennon. He will be sadly missed here In Somerville by many.
OBITUARY
Lennon, James John of Billerica, Formerly of Somerville passed away unexpectedly in his home on January 9th. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering James J. (Jimmy) Lennon →

Shift expected to boost Somerville Media Center funding by $1 million over the next three years

SOMERVILLE, MA – The growing national trend of cable TV subscribers “cord cutting” to switch from cable TV to streaming or other viewing options is putting Somerville Public, Educational, and Government (PEG) Access Television services in peril, and Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is poised to take action to preserve these vital resources. Continue reading Mayor Ballantyne Proposes New Model for Funding PEG Access Television →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 4-34, rejected an amendment that would require a unanimous vote for the Senate to continue any session beyond midnight. Current Senate rules require a two-thirds vote to go beyond midnight.
Continue reading REQUIRE UNANIMOUS VOTE TO GO BEYOND MIDNIGHT (S 17) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 4-34, rejected an amendment that would require a two-thirds vote for the Senate to continue any session beyond 10 p.m. This would be in addition to a current Senate rule that requires a two-thirds vote to continue a session beyond 8 p.m. and a two-thirds vote to continue a session beyond midnight.
Continue reading REQUIRE A TWO-THIRDS VOTE TO GO BEYOND 10 P.M. (S 17) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 37-1, approved the set of rules by which the Senate will operate during the 2023-2024 session. Key rules include continuing the option, implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, which allows senators to participate, debate and vote remotely in Senate sessions, at their owns discretion, from their homes or offices; allowing legislators and citizens to testify at hearings in person or from their home or other remote location; and requiring Senate committee votes to be posted on the Legislature’s website. Continue reading ADOPT SENATE RULES (S 17) →

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

After some fifty years without any pedestrian protection at the Clarendon Hill Towers/Stop and Shop/Broadway Crosswalk, just yards away from Route 16, the city finally was motivated to install traffic protection for its citizens.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: FINALLY! TRAFFIC OVERHANG PEDESTRIAN CAUTION SIGN INSTALLED AT CLARENDON HILL TOWERS/STOP & SHOP BUSY BROADWAY CROSSWALK! →

By Bob Katzen

“My office will always advocate for consumers, especially when they are preyed on by a company that engages in unfair and unlawful business practices. We were able to hold Safe Home Security and its sister companies accountable for their alleged deceptive tactics, securing millions in debt relief for consumers, and we will continue to hold bad actors accountable.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would require the state’s Pension Reserve Investment Management (PRIM) fund to divest state funds from companies that derive more than 15 percent of revenues from the sale or manufacturing of ammunition, firearms or firearm accessories used for civilian, non-military, non-police purposes. PRIM handles and pays retirement benefits to state employees and teachers.
Continue reading DIVEST FROM COMPANIES THAT SELL FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION (HD 3225) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would declare racism as a public health crisis and direct the Office of Health Equity to develop policies to dismantle systemic racism impacting health and establish programs focused on the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases disproportionately impacting communities of color. Continue reading DECLARE RACISM AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS (HD 3703) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would designate the first Monday in March as COVID-19 Remembrance Day to honor and remember people who have died or suffered from COVID-19; the frontline and essential workers; and residents of the state who volunteered to support their neighbors and local communities.
Continue reading CREATE COVID-19 REMEMBRANCE DAY (HD 3281) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would permit cities and towns to allow non-citizens over age 18 to vote in local municipal elections. The elections in which non-citizens could vote include an election for mayor, school committee, city council, town council, board of selectmen, select board elections, a school committee referendum and a local ballot referendum. Continue reading ALLOW NON-CITIZENS TO VOTE (HD 3946) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill adds mental health of students to the current list of physical illnesses that qualify as a legitimate reason for a student’s absence from school. Under the bill, students who are absent due to mental or behavioral health will also be offered the opportunity to meet with a certified school counselor upon returning to school but will not be required to do so. Rep. Carol Doherty (D-Taunton) sponsored the legislation that was originally initiated and backed by the Class of 2021 at Oliver Ames High School in Easton. Continue reading MENTAL HEALTH OF STUDENTS (HD 2208) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would allow low stakes card games and other recreational games at senior centers. The bill would limit the amount of money contributed by a single player during the entire session to $5 and the winnings of a single player to $20. Games included are pitch, cribbage, mahjong, rummy, pinochle, canasta, dominoes, bridge and bingo. Continue reading ALLOW LOW STAKES CARD GAMES AT SENIOR CENTERS (HD 171) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 4-34, rejected an amendment that would allow a senator to participate in any Senate session remotely from their office, home or any other location only under certain circumstances. The amendment would replace a section that allows a senator to participate remotely without a specific reason. Continue reading LIMITED REMOTE VOTING (S 17) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 32-6, approved an amendment that would repeal a current rule that limits the Senate president to eight years in that position.

Continue reading REPEAL TERM LIMITS FOR THE SENATE PRESIDENT (S 17) →

Mayor Ballantyne stands in the White House at the Biden-Harris Lead Pipe Summit
Lead exposure in drinking water is a national public health concern and long-standing environmental justice issue – and Washington is taking strides to address it. Last week, Mayor Ballantyne attended a coalition summit hosted by Vice President Harris, where Somerville and 120+ government agencies and community organizations committed to accelerating lead service line replacement. Continue reading Somerville Joins Biden-Harris Partnership to Eliminate Lead Pipes from Water Infrastructure →

GovHR Will Lead Nationwide Search to Identify Candidates Who Align With City’s Community-Driven Approach to Public Safety Continue reading Somerville Selects Firm to Lead Search for Police Department Chief →

CAROL-ANN’S OBITUARY

Carol-Ann Hynes, Sr. (née Walsh), a lifelong resident of Medford, MA, passed away on February 8, 2023. She had many loves, including laughing whenever she could; drinking coffee with friends at Dunkin Donuts; talking crazy politics; Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Carol-Ann Hynes →

DR. GEORGE’S OBITUARY

U.S. Veteran
George Charles Galitis passed away on February 8, 2023, at 92, in his home state of Massachusetts.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Dr. George C. Galitis →

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

Im not sure if you know but new dragon star is closing after over 40 years due to the landlord evicting them, they have been in the same place at 273 broadway across from Somerville Fire Department head quarters well since I was a kid. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Dragon Star Chinese Restaurant Closing After Over 40 Years Due to Possible Landlord Eviction →

By William Tauro

Is this guy serious? Totally different circumstances one was wielding a machete , no? When do the lives of police officers start to mean anything to elected officials?

Running from police? Or running toward with a machete? Continue reading Letter from the Editor: Jake Wilson Somerville City Counselor at Large Posts Delusional Posting Online →

CAROL-ANN’S OBITUARY:

HYNES, Carol-Ann (Walsh) – Of Medford February 8, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Carol-Ann Hynes →

Richard A. Clark, beloved husband of Andrea (Papazoglou) Clark, passed away on Tuesday, February 7th, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 73. Born in Boston, he is the loving son of the late Charles and Dorothea (Vodden) Clark. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Richard A. Clark →

The City of Somerville seeks 20 community members to participate in a 75-minute online focus group about the historic Armory building at 191 Highland Ave. This focus group is one part of the ongoing Armory Master Plan process, which will guide the Armory’s future as a vibrant arts center for years to come. Continue reading Participate in a Focus Group to Shape the Future of Somerville’s Armory Building →

By William Tauro

With all the bad news in the media regarding mental illness tragic scenes in the past month including this past week’s tragedy in Andover, it’s absolutely time for our elected officials to step forward and make that difference! Continue reading Letter from the Editor: Mental Illness, Including Depression, is a Major Issue That Affects Millions of People Worldwide →

BHHS Commonwealth Real Estate Winner of the 2018 Chairman’s Circle Diamond award,
representing the top 1/2 of the top 1% in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices global network
Winner of 2019 President Circle Award Continue reading BHHS Commonwealth Real Estate →

Saturday, February 11th “Senior Night”
Last home game of the season! Come cheer on our Seniors!! Continue reading Somerville Highlanders Hockey Senior Night →

Huge thank you to all our clients, friends and family for your business and referrals!
Another successful year in real estate and we couldn’t have done it without your support.
We greatly appreciate it!
Continue reading Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Commonwealth Real Estate President’s Circle 2022 Award Winner →

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(Somerville, MA) For the third consecutive year, Naveo Credit Union participated in the American Heart Association’s Go Red day on Friday, February 3. Naveo raised $250 to bring awareness to and support research for heart health.
Continue reading Naveo Credit Union Goes Red for the American Heart Association and Raises $250 →

GISELA’S OBITUARY
Wilson, Gisela (Dormann) — Of Somerville, formerly of Germany, passed away peacefully at home on January 27,2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Gisela Wilson →

KATHLEEN’S OBITUARY

Sullivan, Kathleen M. (Grassia) of Somerville, February 4th, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Kathleen M. Sullivan →

Please get ready because I’m may soon be going to ask all Somerville residents to tell all their friends and relatives in Somerville to vote for me for mayor of Somerville during the next election this coming year. Continue reading We Have to Solve Serious Problems and Bring Back Common Sense and Security to the Residents of Somerville →

By William Tauro

Here we are in 2023, two years later since the last Somerville election! Our rats have doubled in size and tripled in population. Our roads look like battlefields! Crimes have risen, doubled, tripled and now quadrupled. Our homeless are still out on the streets. Our mayor and all of our city councilors have all received pay raises, but we have traffic islands!
Continue reading Two Years of Nothing Being Accomplished in Somerville →

“With nuclear power, we have the technology to provide an abundant source of power to our homes in a cheap, clean and efficient manner. Our politicians have failed us by enacting policies that lead to nuclear power plant closures without any plans for replacement.”
—Paul Craney, spokesman for the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance.
Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTE on Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would guarantee free public higher education as a right for all students who have attended a high school in Massachusetts for three or more years and graduated from a Bay State high school. Continue reading FREE COLLEGE EDUCATION (SD 1946) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would create an 11-member permanent Commission on the Status of People who Practice Islam to serve as a resource on issues affecting American Muslim communities in the Bay State.
Continue reading MUSLIM COMMISSION (S 2376) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would prevent a landlord from restricting a tenant’s right to install or use a portable air conditioner so long as the unit is properly installed and does not violate building codes or state or federal law; violate the device manufacturer’s written safety guideline; damage the premises; and does not require amperage to power the device that cannot be accommodated by the power service to the building. Continue reading AIR CONDITIONER USE (SD 2214) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would require the Cannabis Control Commission and the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to study and report to the Legislature on the barriers that first responders face about their legal right to use cannabis.
Continue reading MARIJUANA AND FIRST RESPONDERS (SD 2230) →

Continue reading The Somerville COA has been invited by the Boston Red Sox to Fenway Park on Tuesday, February 14th →

The City of Somerville Urban Forestry Committee (UFC) is now accepting applications for one new member with expertise in urban forestry. Urban forestry expertise may include experience or coursework in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture, or any other relevant field.
Continue reading Somerville Urban Forestry Committee Seeks One New Member →

Six RSJ Community Engagement Ambassadors Will Spearhead Community-Driven Outreach for the Public Safety for All Initiative Continue reading Somerville Launches Racial and Social Justice Community Engagement Ambassadors Program →

Update
The deadline for area nonprofits to apply for project funding has been extended from today, February 3, to Friday, February 17, 2023.
Continue reading Application Deadline Extended: Somerville Opens New Funding for Local Nonprofits →

By William Tauro

I’ve been living at Assembly Row for close to over three years now and knock on wood, I haven’t ever seen a rat nor a mouse since I’ve been here. The reason why Assembly Row is so successful being rodent free is because the owners of the property spends the money and gets the job done.
Continue reading Somerville Can Do Much Better Combatting the Rodent Crisis in Our City, Instead They Dropped the Ball and Turned a Blind Eye →

PAULO’S OBITUARY

Teixeira, Paulo– Of Somerville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 26, 2022. He was 77 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Paulo Teixeira →

GEORGE’S OBITUARY
Crotty, George P., Jr.- Of Medford, formerly of Somerville, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023. He was 71 years young. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering George P. Crotty, Jr. →

Della Peruta, Maria (Byron) — of Somerville, passed away after a long illness, on February 4, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Maria Della Peruta →

We are excited to announce the return of our annual Spring Into Action event at the Somerville Theatre’s Crystal Ballroom on Thursday, March 23rd. Continue reading Somerville Homeless Coalition →

At approximately 4:20am, on Sunday, February 5, 2023, the Medford Emergency Communications Center received a call from a party located in Medford Square for the report of a fire in the area of Mystic Avenue. Continue reading 58 Swan Street Medford Fire →

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

Billy, F.Y.I. you probably read this an attended the meeting, but the crossing from Clarendon Hill Twrs on Broadway over to Stop & Shop is treacherous. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Change at Somerville intersection could be riskier for Stop & Shop crosswalk users, residents warn CambridgeDay.com Describes →

Photo from Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn‘s Facebook page

This past week Medford promoted three Medford Firefighters to leadership roles at the Fire Department. Continue reading Medford Promotes Three Firefighters to Leadership Roles →

Please check out our calendar page for more info at medfordma.org/events
Continue reading Medford Celebrating Black History Month with a series of events throughout the community this month! →

LoConte Rink February 21 from 11am-noon

Continue reading Medford LoConte Rink February 21 from 11am-noon →

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Continue reading OPEN HOUSES ADDED THIS WEEKEND! www.verani.com →

Maureen T. (Upton) Doherty, a longtime resident of both Hampton, New Hampshire and Deerfield, Florida and formerly of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Pilgrim Rehabilitation Nursing Center in Peabody. She was 76 years of age. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering MAUREEN T. (UPTON) DOHERTY →

A warning to residents who should have recieved a letter from the City of Somerville regarding the “Choice Electricity Program’. The City has automatically enrolled everyone into this program so it is really not a CHOICE since you have to opt out. Anyone who may have ignored the letter are in for a surprise. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Somerville Community Choice Electricity Program →

SOMERVILLE – The National Weather Service is warning of dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills in Massachusetts Friday through early Sunday, February 3-5. The coldest period is forecast for Friday evening into Saturday when wind chills could reach up to 30 degrees below zero. Continue reading Dangerously Cold Weather Expected Friday to Early Sunday, February 3-5: Take Steps to Stay Safe →

GEORGETTE’S OBITUARY

Georgette Sajous Alexandre, of Medford and formerly of Arlington, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her large and devoted family, she was 91. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Georgette Sajous Alexandre →

LEONARD’S OBITUARY
U.S. Veteran

Leonard S. Mortell, of the Chelsea Soldiers Home and formerly of Malden, passed away on January 28, 2024, he was 84. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Leonard S. Mortell →

SUZANNE’S OBITUARY

Suzanne (Hennessy) Lipsky, of Somerville, passed away peacefully at home on January 29, 2023 following a courageous and valiant fight against Pancreatic Cancer, she was 74. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Suzanne Lipsky →