Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Somerville Community Corp owns this
building. It’s housing for low income residents. It’s been empty for two years. The Gate Keeper for Somerville Homeless Families has failed. There is no good reason why this building has been empty for two years. There needs to be an investigation why this happened? Somerville wake up! Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Somerville Community Corp Needs to be Investigated
Updated:
Due to circumstances beyond the family’s control we were just notified that the mass for Deanna J. Cremin, it’s location has been changed and will now be held at Saint Joseph’s located at 262 Washington Street Somerville 02143 at 4:pm on Saturday April 1st instead.
Continue reading Updated:Mass for Deanna J. Cremin Location Change
Launch Party for Best of Timothy Gager
Poems, Essays, Stories 2002-2022
The Center for the Arts at the Armory,
APRIL 1, 2023, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville, 4 PM
BEST
OF
TIMOTHY
GAGER
POEMS,
ESSAYS, Continue reading Launch Party for Best of Timothy Gager
Click on link below to read March 28th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online March 28th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)
Continue reading March 28th, 2023 The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
DISTRICT 18 VFW AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP INFO DAY!
Want to join the VFW Auxiliary? Not sure how? Have questions about what we do? Continue reading WANT TO HELP VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES?
FRANK’S OBITUARY
U.S. Veteran
CENTRELLA, Frank “Chubby” – Of Somerville March 26, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Pauline (Sterry) Centrella. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Frank Centrella
On March 24, 2023, I was in full uniform working for the Somerville Police Department, assigned to marked unit West-6. At approximately 23:16 HRS, I Officer Ferrara, West-7 (Officer Scrugli), West 5 (Officer Desrochers), and East 4 (Officer Fusco) were dispatched to 101 Willow Ave for a hit and run.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (OUI Liquor, Negligent Operation, Leave Scene of Property Damage)Arrest
On March 26, 2023, at 12:49 a.m., I responded along with Officers Morel and T. Lambert to the intersection of Broadway and Main Street, public ways in the city of Somerville, for a motor vehicle crash involving two vehicles.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (OUI Liquor, Unlicensed Operation)Arrest
On March 20, 2023, I, Officer McAloney, was assigned to marked unit East-1. At approximately 5:03 AM, I was dispatched to 23 Cummings Street (La Quinta Hotel) for a report of a check-condition. Officer T. Lambert (East-4) and Officer Messaoudi, (Sector-East) responded as backup. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Possess Class B) (Boston Warrant)Arrest
By Bob Katzen
“Housing is a big issue. We know that people can’t thrive, they can’t raise their families, it’s just so much harder for children and families or individuals if they can’t afford to live in an area where they’re working.”
—Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland)
Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
MASSACHUSETTS CAUCUS OF WOMEN LEGISLATORS’ (MCWL) TOP FIVE – The MCWL announced its top five legislative priorities for the 2023-2024 legislative session. Continue reading Also Up On Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
Last week the Healey administration commemorated World Water Day and National Fix-A-Leak Week. Fix-A-Leak Week is led by the United Nations and is aimed at raising awareness about the importance of finding and repairing water leaks in homes and businesses. World Water Day’s theme is designed to accelerate change to solve the world’s water and sanitation crisis. Continue reading FIX-A-LEAK WEEK AND WATER DAY
By Bob Katzen
A bill before the Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee would allow non-citizens who are legally in the United States to be appointed manager on a license for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Under current law, these managers must be U.S. citizens and are also required to be on the premises at least 40 hours per week. Continue reading ALLOW NON-CITIZENS TO MANAGE THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES (S 206)
By Bob Katzen
A measure before the Revenue Committee would allow up to a $3,000 annual tax credit for families that spend money on childcare services. The childcare servicer must be a provider licensed by the state in order to qualify for the tax credit and the child receiving childcare services must be a dependent of the taxpayer.
Continue reading CHILDCARE TAX CREDIT (S 1814)
By Bob Katzen
State Auditor Diana DiZoglio announced a few weeks ago that she has launched an audit of the Massachusetts Legislature—something she promised in her campaign last year. “As I committed, my office has begun an audit of the state Legislature,” said DiZoglio. “We hope this will increase transparency, accountability and equity in an area of state government that has been completely ignored. Historically, the Legislature has been a closed-door operation, where committee votes have been hidden from the general public and legislation has been voted on in the dark of night.”
Continue reading DIZOGLIO AND THE AUDIT OF THE LEGISLATURE
By Bob Katzen
The House 153-0, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that includes authorizing $200 million in one-time funding for the maintenance and repair of local roads and bridges in cities and towns across the state. The $350 million package, a bond bill under which the funding would be borrowed by the state through the sale of bonds, also includes $150 million to pay for bus lane improvements, improvement of public transit, electric vehicles and other state transportation projects. Continue reading $350 MILLION FOR ROADS AND BRIDGES (H 3547)
By Bob Katzen
The House 153-0, Senate 39-0, approved and sent to Gov. Maura Healey a $388.6 million fiscal 2023 supplemental budget. The House and Senate approved different versions a few weeks ago, but last week they agreed on this new version.
Continue reading $388.6 MILLION FISCAL 2023 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (H 3548)
SOMERVILLE – Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Department of Public Works (DPW) wish to remind residents that beginning Saturday, April 1, Somerville residents can once again drop off household hazardous waste at the DPW yard on designated days. Drop offs are accepted on the first Saturday of each month, April through November, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the DPW yard (1 Franey Rd.). Continue reading Somerville Hazardous Waste Collection Resumes Saturday, April 1, 2023
Dear Honorable Members of City Council:
For the past 18 months, I have advocated for the residents of Cobble Hill Apartments and tried my best to shed light on the many ways the city’s plans for 90 Washington Street threaten the quality of life my residents have enjoyed for 40 years.
Continue reading Cobble Hill to Somerville City Council
SOMERVILLE—Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward 4 Councilor Jesse Clingan, Chief of Police Charlie Femino, and Director of the Department of Racial and Social Justice Denise Molina Capers invite community members to a Community Safety Meeting on Tuesday, March 28, at 5:30 p.m. in the Healey School Cafeteria at 5 Meacham St.
Continue reading Community Safety Meeting Tuesday, March 28, 5:30 p.m.
CARLETON’S OBITUARY
Carleton M. Vining, Sr. of Somerville, passed away suddenly surrounded by his loving family on March 23, 2023. He was 77 years old.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Carleton M. Vining, Sr.
Somerville Guns & Hoses charity event benefiting SYHA and Somerville BlueLiners.
SAT, APR 22 AT 5 PM Continue reading Somerville Guns & Hoses SAT, APR 22 AT 5 PM
By William Tauro
Boston PD chase from Charlestown just ended early Sunday evening in Medford on Auburn and West Street. The suspect’s vehicle struck two Boston Police officers. Medford Fire and EMS enroute.
Continue reading Boston PD Chase Ends in Medford
Giannina C. “Jenny” (Fiorenzio) Ciano, Of Somerville, passed away on March 20th at 89 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Giannina C. “Jenny” (Fiorenzio) Ciano
Update: Due to circumstances beyond the family’s control we were just notified that the mass location has been changed and will now be held at Saint Joseph’s located at 262 Washington Street Somerville 02143 at 4:pm on Saturday April 1st instead.
By William Tauro
A mass for Deanna J. Cremin will be held Saturday April 1st at 4:00pm at St Anne’s Parish that’s located on Medford Street in Somerville.
Cremin was a student of Somerville High School. She did volunteer work at Somerville Cable Access Television, worked with third graders at the Child Development Program at her school, and worked at Star Market. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Deanna Cremin
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
If the city officials would enforce the laws that criminals break and place them in jail where they belong we would not need trama assistance.
You tie the police departments hands and the criminals blossom and cause terror. It is sad to think someone cannot drive through the city walk from their home and be safe. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Somerville Community Update: Shots Fired Around 31 Temple Street
On Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at approximately 9:02 p.m., Somerville Police responded to the area of 31 Temple Street for reports of shots fired.
Continue reading Somerville Community Update: Shots Fired Around 31 Temple Street
On 3/21/23 at approximately 9:02 PM, Somerville Police responded to the area of 31 Temple St for report of shots fired. Continue reading Somerville Multiple Shots Fired
Click on link below to read March 21st, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online March 21st, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1) Continue reading March 21st, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
LILLIAN’S OBITUARY:
Damico, Lillian D. (Venuti)– Of Somerville, passed away surrounded by her loving family on March 17, 2023. She was 86 years old.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Lillian D. Damico
BERNICE’S OBITUARY:
O’Loughlin, Bernice M. (O’Keefe) Of Reading, formerly of Somerville, March 18, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Bernice M. O’Loughlin
On March 20, 2023, I, Officer McAloney, was assigned to marked unit East-1. At approximately 5:03 AM, I was dispatched to 23 Cummings Street (La Quinta Hotel) for a report of a check-condition. Officer T. Lambert (East-4) and Officer Messaoudi, (Sector-East) responded as backup. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Poss. class B) (Boston Warrant)Arrest
On Thursday, March 16th, 2023 at 10:48 PM, Somerville Police Control received a call regarding a Motor Vehicle accident with injuries in front of Los Paisanos Restaurant, located at 62 Broadway, a public way located in Somerville as defined by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (OUI Liquor)Arrest
Proud Supporter of VerniCARES! I donate a portion of EVERY Closing!
Continue reading Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty
Presents Two Hues of Americana This Spring–The Ryan Montbleau Band on April 14th
and David Wax Museum on May 4th Continue reading The Center for Arts at the Armory Spotlight Series
Workshop to cover budget basics and budget process, followed by Q&A, and an opportunity for residents to share budget priorities
Continue reading Learn About Somerville’s Annual Budget Process at a Virtual Workshop, March 29
By William Tauro
Say goodbye to businesses and parking on both sides of Highland Avenue! Broadway is next! Absolutely no consideration was given for the businesses that have been here for years, the elderly who depend on automobiles daily and the people who depend on automobiles to get to and from work and to do their daily activities in and around the city and beyond! The road should be shared by all! Let’s bring common sense back to Somerville before it’s totally gone! Continue reading Somerville Budget Plan Could Start Highland Ave. Protected Bike Lane Project in 2024
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
BILLY ,
THIS IS A PICTURE OF THE SIDEWALK AT THE TOP OF PEARSON RD AND BROADWAY SOMERVILLE…
THIS HAD BEEN LIKE THIS FOR YRS & GETTING WORSE .. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: TOP OF PEARSON RD AND BROADWAY SOMERVILLE… THIS HAD BEEN LIKE THIS FOR YRS & GETTING WORSE
By William Tauro
Firefighters battled a four alarm house fire on Saturday night in Medford at about 10:00pm located at 44 George Street. Continue reading 4 Alarm Saturday Night Fire Medford
By William Tauro
Firefighters battled a three alarm fire this Saturday afternoon the 18th of March located at 34 Walker Street in Somerville at about 3:30 PM. Continue reading 34 Walker Street Somerville 3 Alarm Fire
By Bob Katzen
“As we continue to experience the aftermath and trauma of senseless gun violence in our communities, we must utilize all available resources to stop these tragedies. My colleagues and I urge these credit companies not to cave to political pressure and to move forward with what will be an important resource in detecting, identifying and stopping potential threats to public safety.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
This bill, known by many names, would give a terminally ill, mentally capable adult with a prognosis of six months or less to live the option to request, obtain and ingest medication—to die in their sleep if their suffering becomes unbearable. It is currently before the Judiciary Committee.
Continue reading RIGHT TO DIE/ASSISTED SUICIDE/END OF LIFE OPTIONS (S 1331)
By Bob Katzen
Legislation before the Judiciary Committee would ban doxing which is the knowing release of private personal identifying information of a person, without their consent, with the intent to intimidate, harass or cause stalking, physical harm or serious property damage. Currently there is no state law that makes doxing a crime.
Continue reading BAN DOXING (S 1116)
By Bob Katzen
A proposal before the Municipalities and Regional Government Committee would give cities and towns the right to give cemeteries the authority to allow the burial of people and their pets in the same location. Continue reading BURY PETS WITH OWNERS (S 1310)
By Bob Katzen
A bill before the Environment and Natural Resources Committee would make it illegal to sell a new manufactured fur product in Massachusetts and impose a fine between $500 and $5,000 per fur product for anyone convicted of the sale.
Continue reading BAN SALE OF FUR PRODUCTS (S 590)
By Bob Katzen
Senators who live more than 50 miles from the Statehouse are eligible for a special federal tax break. A 1981 federal law allows them to write off a daily expense allowance when filing their federal income tax return. The complicated system determines a daily amount, ostensibly for meals, lodging and other expenses incurred in the course of their jobs, which can be deducted for every “legislative day.” Continue reading SOME SENATORS WHO LIVE 50 MILES FROM THE STATEHOUSE ARE ELIGIBLE TO PAY A REDUCED OR NO FEDERAL INCOME TAX ON THEIR LEGISLATIVE SALARY
By Bob Katzen
All 40 senators receive an additional stipend, above the $73,655 base salary, for their positions in the Democratic and Republican leadership, as committee chairs, vice chairs and the ranking Republican on some committees. The stipend is increased or decreased every two years based on data from the BEA that measures the quarterly change in salaries and wages.
Continue reading EXTRA PAY FOR ALL 40 SENATORS
By Bob Katzen
The new base salary for the 2023-2024 session for senators is $73,655—up $3,119 (4.4 percent) from the $70,536 base salary in the 2021-2022 session.
DETAILS: The Medford Police responded to the Capen Street area at approximately 3:41am on Friday morning. Due to the nature of the incident, additional details can not be released at this time. This was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the public. Continue reading Medford Stabbing
Northeast School of Ballet (NSB) will offer dance programs for all ages this summer during July. NSB, under the artistic direction of Denise Cecere, is a ballet school that is recognized for training dancers over the past 52 years in the Greater Boston area. The 2023 summer programs will be held at NSB’s studios conveniently located in historic downtown Reading, MA. at 32 Lowell Street, RT 129. Continue reading Discover the joy of dance this summer at NSB!
By William Tauro
A working fire was reported at 6:45 PM on Wednesday March 15th at Bryant Manor located at 75 Myrtle Street in Somerville with a Fire on the fourth floor. Somerville Fire Department was dispatched.
Continue reading Bryant Manor 75 Myrtle Street Somerville Working Fire
This past week I called as a request for help from a Somerville resident, CASPAR who runs this Women’s Residential Service called NEW DAY that’s located at 242 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02138.
I spoke to the Elizabeth LaCasse who is listed as the Program Director. Continue reading Letter from the Editor: CASPAR’s Women’s Residential Services NEW DAY telling moms with babies to leave with only three days notice
Click on link below to read March 14th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online March 14th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)
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DAVID’S OBITUARY:
Newton, David R.- Of Medford, passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at home surrounded by his family. He was 64. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering David B. Newton
ANNA’S OBITUARY:
Mrs. Anna (Vaudo) Valente, of Somerville, passed away on March 12, 2023, she was 87. The beloved wife of 62 years to Salvatore Valente.
Complete notice to follow. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Anna Valente
JAMES’ OBITUARY:
Moran, James David- Of Somerville, passed away at home on Friday, March 10, 2023. He was 52.
Born in Winchester and raised in Somerville. He was the son of Helen L. (Murphy) and the late Francis X. Moran. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering James D. Moran
By Bob Katzen
“Everyone I talk to here in the Statehouse is really committed to continuing to address the trauma of gun violence to bring the numbers of deaths and injuries from gun violence down to zero. So I’m very optimistic.”
— Ruth Zakarin, executive director of the MA Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence. Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
This bill would require all restaurants to have at least 5 percent of their seating options be armchairs. Or have armchairs on-site and available upon request. Continue reading REQUIRE ARMCHAIRS IN RESTAURANTS (SD 2037)
By Bob Katzen
This bill would set up a program for the Education Department to provide grants to schools to encourage and incentivize the schools to purchase zero-emission school buses. The program would pay for the difference between the cost of a zero-emissions vehicle and a diesel-powered one. Continue reading GRANTS TO SCHOOLS FOR ZERO-EMISSION SCHOOL BUSES (SD 2269)
By Bob Katzen
This bill would require that American Sign Language (ASL) is taught in all Bay State public elementary and secondary schools to increase interactions between hearing persons and deaf and hard-of-hearing persons, as well as children with autism. Current law allows but does not require schools to teach ASL. Continue reading AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (SD 2057)
By Bob Katzen
This bill would direct the Department of Public Utilities to offer a rebate for consumers who choose to charge electric vehicles at off-peak hours when fewer people are likely to do so.
Continue reading CHARGING ELECTRIC VEHICLE (SD 1165)
By Bob Katzen
State Auditor Diana DiZoglio announced she has launched an audit of the Massachusetts Legislature—something she promised in her campaign last year. Continue reading DIZOGLIO TO AUDIT THE LEGISLATURE
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 40-0, approved a $368 million fiscal 2023 supplemental budget. The House has already approved its own version of a $363 million package. A House-Senate conference committee will work out a compromise package. Continue reading $368 MILLION SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (S 23)
Virtual Meeting Will Share Overview and Anticipated Timeline for Construction of Stormwater Pump Station on Poplar Street
Continue reading Join the Poplar Street Pump Station Construction Kick-off Community Meeting on March 27, 2023
KELVIN’S OBITUARY
Kelvin J. Gutierrez– Of Malden, passed away on March 8, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was 27 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Kelvin J. Gutierrez
The City of Somerville seeks one Somerville resident to serve in a volunteer capacity on the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust (SAHT). This vacancy is for a Somerville tenant whose household is income eligible for federal or state housing programs with an interest in addressing and advocating for the city’s affordable housing needs. Continue reading Somerville Affordable Housing Trust Seeks One New Member
DEBORAH’S OBITUARY
PACINO, Deborah A. – Of Somerville March 11, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Deborah A. Pacino
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Billy there are seven rail tanker cars of Hydrochloric Acid parked adjacent to Sullivan Square T station about 20 feet from the nearest houses. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Potential Environmental Hazard in Sullivan Square
By William Tauro
The City of Somerville’s trash barrel of choice that was distributed to thousands of homes here in the city are failing us miserably. The barrel manufacturer claims that their product features “a rodent rim, specifically designed to keep out some of the most persistent varmints that cities face. It’s unique locking mechanism that prevents critters from opening the carts, consuming the waste, and leaving a mess for the city and residents to clean. Each lock is also designed to prevent debris from becoming trapped during dumping, ensuring no material gets left behind in your cart.” Continue reading Somerville’s Rodent And Leak Resistant Wheeled Trash Reciprocals Aren’t Working
Residential Breaking & Entering
23011180: On 3/2/23 at approximately 7:36 PM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on North St for report of a breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the reporting party who stated several valuable items were stolen from her mother’s apartment while she was out.
Arrest Continue reading Somerville Police Department Crime Updates
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 Dorothy L. Bader
MAUREEN’S OBITUARY:
Maureen “Bobbie” Bourque Murphy, 78, of Somerville passed away peacefully in her home
surrounded by her family on February 18, 2023.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Maureen E. Murphy
Mr. Paul Collyer, the organizer of last year’s 2022 Somerville Jingle Bell Run & Walk, made some local donations today, 07 March 2023 at the new Somerville Recreation Center located at 8 Bonair Street in Somerville, MA. 02145
Continue reading Somerville Youth and Recreation Foundation (SYRF) and Other Somerville High School Programs Receive Donations
BOSTON – Today, State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s office launched an audit of the Massachusetts State Legislature. Continue reading Statement from State Auditor DiZoglio Regarding an Audit of the Massachusetts State Legislature
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
You need to go by 27 College Ave in Somerville because the city has now installed parking meters in front of our homes directly across the street from the elderly building to compensate parking revenue that was once brought in by the metered parking spaces that they so foolishly removed from College Avenue. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: City of Somerville Installing Parking Meters in Front of Residential Homes on Our Side-Streets
Somerville, MA–The Center Arts at the Armory is proud to present the acclaimed Sweet Honey in the Rock on March 25th at the historic and intimate Armory Performance Hall as part of our signature Spotlight Series. Doors are 7pm and the performance begins at 8pm. Continue reading The Center for Arts at the Armory Spotlight Series Presents Sweet Honey in the Rock on March 25th
Click on link below to read March 7th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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A community-driven approach is at the heart of Somerville’s search for a new Chief of Police. Somerville community members are invited to join a second virtual public listening session led by GovHR on Thursday, March 9, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Continue reading Make Your Voice Heard: Join the Next Community Listening Session for Somerville Chief of Police Recruitment on March 9
Dear Mayor Ballantyne:
On February 28, 2023, many Cobble Hill Residents attended by Zoom the City’s 90 Washington Street Request for Qualifications (RFQ) – Virtual Site Tour / Q&A Roundtable. Of the Cobble Hill residents who attended the presentation, not one supported the City’s taking of Cobble Hill’s parking lot, alleyway, or green space and all oppose your plan to build a noise producing fire and safety building next door. Continue reading Letter to Somerville Mayor RE: 90 Washington St. City Plan
By Harry Agritha
On Saturday, March 18 at 1:30 a wreath will be placed in front of the George Dilboy monument at Somerville City Hall. My father shared our local hero Dilboy interesting story with me over 50 years ago. Here is a version I recently compiled from additional resources such as The Somerville Museum, Somerville Public Library, the book After Alatsata to name a few. My grandparents came from the same village Alatsata and settled in the “Brickbottom” neighborhood in Somerville around 1920 🇬🇷 🇺🇸 Continue reading Somerville Honoring George Dilboy
On 2/27/2023, I, Officer Hartsgrove assigned to cruiser E2, was dispatched to Sephora, 449 Assembly Row, for a report of a shoplifting in progress. Officer Haley responded as back up.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories (Larceny) Arrest
On March 5, 2023, at approximately 1:46 AM, I, Officer Daniel Dell’Isola, assigned to cruiser E2, responded to 23 Union Sq. for a report of a motor vehicle accident. Officer Ryan Sullivan responded as backup. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories (Unlicensed Op, OUI Liquor) Arrest
On 02/28/2023, while assigned to marked unit East-4, I was dispatched to the area of 1 Main Street, later to be changed to 5 Main Street for reports of a motor vehicle accident. Upon my arrival Somerville Fire spoke to me and pointed out the two drivers. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories (OUI Liquor) Arrest
Wildwood, NJ – Monday, May 15th to Friday, May 19th, 5 days and 4 nights accommodations at a beautiful oceanfront hotel, tour historic Cape May, an afternoon at Atlantic City and more. All trips are non-refundable. Payments accepted by check only, made payable to SCOA. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging
GARY’S OBITUARY:
Gary Jeune, age 38, of Medford, MA unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Gary G.D. Jeune
MARIANNE’S OBITUARY:
Marianne Meacham, passionate lawyer for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, loving mother, and unbeatable force of a human, died on Sunday, February 26th, 2023 at her home in Somerville, Massachusetts. She was 66 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Marianne Meacham
The City of Somerville continues to host weekly walk-in vaccination clinics for residents through the end of March, with both flu vaccines and the bivalent Moderna COVID-19 booster available. Clinics will take place each Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the City Hall Annex, 50 Evergreen Ave., through March 29. Continue reading Free Walk-In Flu & COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Continue Through March
The Somerville Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is holding its annual Community Preservation Plan public hearing on Wednesday, March 22, at 6:30 p.m. Continue reading Somerville Community Preservation Plan Public Hearing, March 22
The City of Somerville Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change (CEUCC) seeks one new member, and all Somerville residents are invited 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 Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change Seeks One Member
By Bob Katzen
Gov. Maura Healey released a proposed $55.5 billion fiscal 2024 state budget. Here’s what they are saying about it.
“Our … budget is what Massachusetts needs to meet this moment and build a strong economy, livable communities and a sustainable future. Combined with our tax relief proposal, we will set Massachusetts up for success by lowering costs, growing our competitiveness and delivering on the promise of our people. Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
This bill would make Election Day, every two years, a statewide holiday and provide people who cannot take the holiday off because they are Election Day workers or perform other essential work, with two hours paid voting leave.
Continue reading MAKE ELECTION DAY A LEGAL HOLIDAY (SD 353)
By Bob Katzen
This bill would require the state to adopt the National Fire Protection Association’s standard guidelines for active shooter or hostile events. The bill also establishes an Executive Council comprised of representatives of fire fighters, EMS and law enforcement agencies to develop best practices for all elements of active-shooter response situations. Continue reading ACTIVE SHOOTER (SD 157)
By Bob Katzen
This bill would require the Department of Education to establish an assistance program for cities and towns that are experiencing sudden influxes of immigrant populations in their schools but are not receiving any additional educational aid from the state. Continue reading IMMIGRANTS IN SCHOOLS (SD 2412)
By Bob Katzen
This bill would create a new state position of Choreographer Laureate to encourage participation in the arts, elevate the dance legacy and current dance in Bay State communities and choreograph performances for important state events and ceremonies. Continue reading CHOREOGRAPHER LAUREATE (SD 2382)
By Bob Katzen
This bill would create a Baby Bonds program in Massachusetts to provide funds at birth to certain low-income residents which can be accessed when the account holder turns 18 to support asset-building activities such as post-secondary education, homebuying or investing in a business. Continue reading BABY BONDS (SD 711)
By Bob Katzen
The House 153-0, approved and sent to the Senate a $353 million fiscal 2023 supplemental budget. Provisions include $86 million for the emergency shelter system to help offset medical costs for migrant families going to emergency rooms for shelter and assistance; $130 million to keep expanded nutrition assistance in place for a few more months; $65 million for the universal school meals program; and provisions to keep some pandemic-era programs, set to expire, in place including allowing restaurants to sell beer, wine and cocktails for take-out and expanding outdoor dining from April 1, 2023 to April 1, 2024. Continue reading $353 MILLION SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (H 57)
Join SYHA Alumni to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Somerville Youth Hockey. We’re hosting “Hockey Day in Somerville” jam packed with activities to recognize and celebrate SYHA’s history. Continue reading SYHA 2023 Alumni Tournament Registration
Stephen Salipante, 65, passed away on Wednesday February 15, 2023. Stephen was born in Medford, Massachusetts on September 15, 1957. He lived at 30 Cherry Street. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Stephen Salipante
By Arthur Moore
Lost at least three places these last two weeks that I know of. But then I no longer go into any squares in Somerville so there could be more. Parking and driving here keeps me from doing business here anymore. Now the picture of this boutique where the parking was taken away was lucky to last as long as they did with no parking after they moved in. Continue reading Official Somerville Song “Another One Bites the Dust”
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Valerie received an award at the West Somerville Neighborhood School for her empathy toward her fellow students. She shows concerns on peoples feelings and understands their needs. Each grade selected a student of the month. Valerie Wright was selected for the sixth grade. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: West Somerville Neighborhood School “STUDENT THE MONTH”
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COPYRIGHT
All Web site design, text, graphics, logos, button icons, images, audio clips, the selection and arrangement thereof, and all software is the ownership of Mass Publishing Inc., ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The compilation (meaning the collection, arrangement and assembly) of all content on this Web site is the exclusive property of Mass Publishing Inc. and protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. All software used on this site is the property of Mass Publishing Inc. or its software suppliers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. Permission is granted to electronically copy and to print in hard copy portions of this Web site for the sole purpose of placing an order with Mass Publishing Inc. or using this Web site as a shopping resource. Any other use of materials on this Web site — including reproduction for purposes other than those permitted above, modification, distribution, republishing, transmission, display or performance - without the prior written permission of Mass Publishing Inc. is strictly prohibited.
All material and information presented by Mass Publishing Inc. is intended to be used for educational or informational purposes only. The statements made about products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the results reported, if any, may not necessarily occur in all individuals. The statements and products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease. Please consult with your own physician or health care practitioner regarding the suggestions and recommendations made at Mass Publishing Inc..
TRADEMARKS
Mass Publishing Inc. and all page headers, custom graphics and button icons are service marks, trademarks, and/or trade dress of Mass Publishing Inc. and may not be used in connection with any product or service that is not offered by Mass Publishing Inc. in any manner that is likely to cause confusion among customers, or in any manner that disparages or discredits Mass Publishing Inc.. All other trademarks, product names and company names or logos cited herein are the property of their respective owners.
DISCLAIMER
MASS PUBLISHING INC. IS PROVIDING THIS SITE AND ITS CONTENTS ON AN "AS-IS" BASIS AND MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE OPERATION OF THIS SITE, THE INFORMATION, CONTENT, MATERIALS OR PRODUCTS, INCLUDED ON THIS SITE. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MASS PUBLISHING INC. DISCLAIMS ALL SUCH REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES, INCLUDING FOR EXAMPLE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN ADDITION, MASS PUBLISHING INC. DOES NOT REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT THE INFORMATION ACCESSIBLE VIA THIS SITE IS ACCURATE, COMPLETE OR CURRENT. Price and availability information is subject to change without notice.
MASS PUBLISHING INC. WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS WEB SITE. THIS IS A COMPREHENSIVE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY THAT APPLIES TO ALL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF DATA, INCOME OR PROFIT, LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND CLAIMS OF THIRD PARTIES.
APPLICABLE LAW
This site is created and controlled by Mass Publishing Inc. in the State of Massachusetts, U.S.A. As such, the laws of the State of Massachusetts will govern these disclaimers, terms and conditions, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of laws. Mass Publishing Inc. reserves the right to make changes to its Web site and these disclaimers, terms and conditions at any time.
PRICING INFORMATION
All pricing on Mass Publishing Inc. is in US dollars unless specifically indicated otherwise. Errors and omission excepted.
FRAUD PROTECTION PROGRAM
As part of our order processing procedures, we screen all received orders for fraud or other types of unauthorized or illegal activity. We reserve the right to refuse to process any order due to suspected fraud or unauthorized or illegal activity. If such is the case, we may reject your order or our Customer Service department may call you at the phone number you provided to confirm your order. We also reserve the right to cancel any account or refuse to ship to certain addresses due to suspected fraud or unauthorized or illegal activity. We take these measures to protect our customers as well as ourselves from fraud or other unauthorized or illegal activity.
COMMENTS, FEEDBACK AND OTHER SUBMISSIONS
Mass Publishing Inc. welcomes your comments and feedback regarding this Web site, and Mass Publishing Inc. products and services. Any information, materials, suggestions, ideas or comments sent to Mass Publishing Inc. will not be treated as confidential, proprietary or trade secret information and, by submitting such information, you are granting Mass Publishing Inc. an irrevocable and unrestricted license to use, modify, reproduce, transmit, display and distribute such information for any purpose whatsoever.
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, or the content or practices of our website, you can contact Mass Publishing Inc. directly at: Wmtauro@aol.com
WHAT OUR PRIVACY POLICY COVERS
· What our Privacy Policy Covers
· What Personal Information is Collected
· How We Protect Your Information
· How We Use Your Personal Information
· Who Views Your Personal Information
· Making a Purchase
· Children Under 13
· Website Cookies
· Questions About This Policy
WHAT OUR PRIVACY POLICY COVERS
Thank you for visiting our site. We are committed to protecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy covers any personal information that we obtain from you when you use services on our site. This policy does not cover the practices of companies that we do not own or control, or the actions of people that we do not employ or manage.
Our Privacy Policy may change in the future. We invite you to check back periodically to see if we have made any changes.
By using this site, you agree to the terms of our policy. For more information about the terms of use for this site, please visit our legal page.
WHAT PERSONAL INFORMATION IS COLLECTED
Depending on how you use our site, we may ask you to share personal information with us. Whether you choose to give us this information is completely up to you, but keep in mind that if you withhold information, you may not be able to use some of our services.
We will ask you for information, including some personal information, when you Make a purchase. When you buy something on this site, you have to supply a billing address, phone number, shipping address, and credit card information.
HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION
We realize that our customers trust us to protect their personal information. We take that task seriously. We never display your full credit card number once it has been entered. We urge you to protect your own privacy. We recommend that you do not share your password with anyone or share your password in an unsolicited phone call or e-mail.
Unfortunately, despite all of our efforts, there is always a risk that third parties may unlawfully intercept transmissions. This reality is true of all Internet use. As a result, we cannot ensure the security of any information you transmit, and you transmit all information at your own risk.
HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
We collect personal information primarily to make our services more rewarding for you to use. We usually use this information for internal purposes, such as studying our customers' preferences. We may also use your information to contact you for account and promotional purposes.
WHO VIEWS YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
We may share your personal information with companies that perform services for us, such as delivering packages, sending postal mail and e-mails, processing credit card payments, investigating fraudulent activity, and providing customer service. They have access to personal information needed to perform their functions, but may not disclose your personally identifiable information for other purposes. Some personal information is stored on servers owned by other companies. Only our personel and our websites have the right to access this information. We do not currently sell or license personal information and have no plans to do so. Your personal information will only be used by this site.
At this time, we do not share any personal information with marketing affiliates. It is unlikely that this policy will change in the future. If we do decide to share information with our affiliates, we will post a notice in this Privacy Policy.
MAKING A PURCHASE
When you buy something on this site, you have to supply a billing address, phone number, shipping address, and credit card information. By making a purchase, you become a registered user. You can choose to store information needed to make a purchase, such as your shipping and billing addresses in the My Account — Profile page. Your credit card information is NEVER stored in our databases and is used only for the duration of the purchase transaction. This data is always transmitted securely to the merchant bank and immediately erased from our systems.
CHILDREN UNDER 13
Our site is not designed for children. We do not wish to collect personal information from children under 13. This policy is designed to protect children. Federal law requires us to take special steps to safeguard children's privacy. If you register with us and we discover that you are under 13, we will delete your registration. We will send you a message if we do this. If you are under 13 and want to make a purchase, please ask a parent to place the order for you.
WEBSITE COOKIES
We collect some anonymous information about how you use the site by setting and accessing cookies on your computer. These cookies track information such as how often you visit our web site, what pages you view, and where you go after you leave the site. The cookies track your computer, not you. They are not connected to any personal information about you.
QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS POLICY
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or the content or practices of our website, you can contact us directly at:
Mass Publishing Inc. wmtauro@aol.com
Terms & Conditions/ Cancellation/return policy:If unsatisfied with subscription
7 day money back cancellation return policy on monthly subscriptions.
30 day money back cancellation return policy on yearly subscriptions.
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