By William Tauro
This event is absolutely something that is very close to my heart! My father, after migrating from Italy, joined the United States Army. He became a sergeant under General Patton in the tank division. He told me in his own words the complete story of how it broke his heart that he had to go back to Italy and fight his own people, but he was an American citizen now, and he had to do what he had to do! Continue reading Honor Local Veterans on National Purple Heart Day
By Bob Katzen
Massachusetts, like most states, currently has a law to prevent utility shut offs during the winter months. However only 19 states have similar provisions for dealing with extreme heat in the summer months. Recent reports from scientists indicate that Massachusetts residents can expect extreme heat conditions annually for the foreseeable future.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES On Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
The Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development Committee held a hearing on legislation that would ban elephants, bears, lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, cheetahs and other animals from being used in traveling circuses and other traveling shows in Massachusetts. Violators would be fined between $500 and $10,000. Continue reading BAN ELEPHANTS AND OTHER ANIMALS (H 3245/S 2189)
By Bob Katzen
The Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure held a hearing on a measure that would set a cap on the fees check-cashing stores and outlets are allowed to charge. Continue reading LIMIT FEE FOR CASHING CHECKS (H 344)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) announced a pay hike for all Senate employees. All staff members who began work prior to May 1, 2023 will receive a 7.5 percent pay hike beginning July 31, 2023. For example, a staffer who currently earns $50,000 will receive a $3,750 hike to $53,750 while an employee earning $100,000 will receive a $7,500 bump to $107,500.
Continue reading 7.5 PERCENT PAY HIKE FOR SENATE STAFFERS
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 38-0 approved a $513 million fiscal supplemental budget to help close out the books on fiscal year 2023 that ended on June 30. The House has already approved its own $693 million package. A House-Senate conference committee will eventually hammer out a compromise version.
Continue reading $513 MILLION FISCAL 2023 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (S 2426)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-0 approved and sent to the House legislation that would make it easier for homeless youth and adults to secure free state ID cards. Continue reading MAKE OBTAINING ID CARDS EASIER FOR HOMELESS PERSONS (S 2251)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-0 approved and sent to the House a bill that would allow Bay Staters to choose the gender-neutral designation “X” in lieu of “male” or “female” on their birth certificates and marriage certificates. Continue reading SENATE APPROVES GENDER X BILL (S 2207)
By Bob Katzen
The House 157-0, Senate 39-0, approved and sent to Gov. Maura Healey a House-Senate conference committee version of 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 $375 million package, a bond bill under which the funding would be borrowed by the state through the sale of bonds, also includes $175 million for several transportation-related grant programs.
Continue reading $375 MILLION FOR ROADS AND BRIDGES (S 2375)
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has detected West Nile virus (WNV) in Massachusetts for the first time this year in mosquito samples from Brookline and Worcester. Although no human or animal cases of WNV or Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) have been reported, Somerville residents should take steps to protect themselves from mosquitoes and mosquito-borne illnesses. Continue reading Protect Yourself from Mosquitoes This Summer
LYNDA’S OBITUARY
Lynda M. Miller, a cherished and devoted mother, daughter, sister and friend, of Lynn, passed away at home suddenly on July 22, 2023, she was just 43. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Lynda M. Miller
The Somerville Public Library Board of Trustees 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 Public Library Board of Trustees Seeks New Member
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and Ward 2 Councilor J.T. Scott invite you to a virtual community meeting about a new park planned for 217 Somerville Ave. Continue reading Virtual Community Meeting to Discuss a New Park at 217 Somerville Ave., August 2
Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah Orthodontist, Activist, Successful Gadfly Somerville Massachusetts
WHILE MOST orthodontists focus on reshaping their patients’ mouths, Dr. Mouhab Rizkallah has been working to reshape the dental industry itself. His push for a dramatic change in how dental-coverage companies pay out benefits-Via his successful 2022 Massachusetts ballot initiative, Question 2-is just the latest in a string of battles this orthodontist has fought to improve care for patients. Continue reading DR. MOUHAB RIZKALLAH – NAMED #1 MOST INFLUENTIAL PERSON IN DENTISTRY (NATIONALLY)
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Look close under washer, I’ll get it when I get home.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Rats Climbing Out of Somerville Toilets Across the City

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
People have to ask the Councilors and Mayoral candidates about crime in the city when they come knocking on your door. They dance around it. The average citizen does not know most of what goes on to save face for development, image and politics. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: If you are a real politician that cares you know the needs of your constituents. Our current administration has no clue
Defendant Illegally Entered Capitol and the Senate Chamber
WASHINGTON – A Massachusetts man was found guilty in the District of Columbia of felony and misdemeanor charges for his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol breach. His actions and the actions of others disrupted a joint session of the U.S. Congress convened to ascertain and count the electoral votes related to the presidential election. Continue reading Somerville Man Found Guilty of Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Related to Capitol Breach
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
I’m an East Somerville resident sharing this with you because the city is playing down what happened. Look at the arrest details below – 7/21 at 3:58pm, there was a fight at 115 Broadway.
Continue reading Man Arrested with a Box Cutter Outside Kids Event at East Somerville Library
DORIS’ OBITUARY
O’Meara, Doris E. (McAnneny) – Of Medford, and Wells Beach, ME, formerly of Somerville and Falmouth, passed away peacefully with her loving daughter and son in law by her side, after a long courageous battle with heart disease. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Doris E. O’Meara
Obituary
Carlo M. Petrosillo – Age 83, beloved husband of Ella M. (Rapp) Petrosillo died unexpectedly Wednesday, July 26 at the Tobey Hospital in Wareham. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Carlo M. Petrosillo
By Sal Mingace
Today, I sat down with the owner of Dante’s barber shop, located in Davis Square at 417 Highland Ave in Somerville. We talked about the rich history of his business and how the owner has been able to sustain and maintain it. Continue reading Against all Odds
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Hey Billy,
It’s xxxxx xxxxxxx, xxxxx’s daughter. I went to school with your son and daughter. I wanted to bring attention to the Somerville Public School System for not having an after care program at the Argenziao School for kindergarten through 2nd grade. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Somerville Not Paying Sufficient Salaries Schools, DPW and Losing Qualified Employees at Rapid Rate
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
I know u post stuff about the rats in Somerville but my neighbor had called the city n they did send sumone by to try and help with the rat problem they came 1 time and never came back! Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Rats Fighting Over Territory Now
This bill would require every school district that enrolls a student with a life-threatening food allergy to develop and implement a Food Allergy Management and Prevention Plan. Continue reading REQUIRE FOOD ALLERGY PLAN IN SCHOOLS (S 250)
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“When just ok, just isn’t good enough!” Continue reading Let’s Keep Families in the Equation as Somerville Grows
This was my testimony the other night that I presented live at the Rent Stabilization Meeting that was held at the Armory. Mysteriously the audio on my testimony conveniently didn’t have audio, but only video and it was considered “technical difficulties”, so no audio was recorded that evening. So here it is in a nutshell!
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Attached is my testimony:
William Tauro’s Statement at the 7/20/23 Rent Stabilization Meeting
This meeting tonight has got to be one of the biggest examples of mismanagement that I’ve ever seen. The city’s lack of communication to it’s residents on such an important issue like this depriving them of their rights to be part of this meeting with only two days notice to residents via email, in July, during the greatest time when a majority of residents are out of town during vacation season is unbelievable. If this wasn’t a case of mismanagement, then it was nothing but a dirty trick. But we are here now tonight so let’s get this meeting underway and salvage what we can for the sake of the city. Continue reading William Tauro’s Statement at the 7/20/23 Rent Stabilization Meeting
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
This is on my street and pretty much every house on Pearson Road and Broomfield Road. I feel so bad for all the elderly and disabled people on Pearson Rd Somerville. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:U want more to see? Hold on I’m out side.. Wait till u see this!
ANNA’S OBITUARY
Federico, Anna Marie (Pugliese)- Of Somerville, passed away at home on Monday, July 17, 2023. She was 60. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Anna Marie Federico
Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:No Residents Were Notified
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Hi Billy. The following picture is taken from Dimick Street. My 80 year old parents have lined there for over 50 years. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:No Residents Were Notified
Photos:Medford Police Department Facebook page
Her hard work and dedication have made an impact on our department, and we’re grateful for her contributions. Wishing her success and happiness in her future endeavors. Continue reading Sending best wishes and heartfelt thanks to Linda Colozzo on her last day as Business Manager of MPD
On Wednesday July 19th, 2023, Somerville Police Department’s Community Outreach, Help & Recovery Unit (COHR) partnered with Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA), to provide a second Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training in order to train the rest of the staff. Continue reading Somerville Police Department’s Community Outreach, Help & Recovery Unit partnered with Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs
Biennial Survey Gives Residents and Everyone Engaged with City of Somerville Services Opportunity to Rate Personal Happiness, Wellbeing, and Satisfaction Continue reading City of Somerville 2023 Happiness Survey Now Open to All
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Hi Billy, I have a question for you. What do you do when a rat comes out of your tenant’s first floor apartment toilet? Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Rat In Toilet Now Entering Apartments
MARIA’S OBITUARY
Barbosa, Maria C. (Margadon)-Of Somerville, passed away peacefully at Oosterman Rest Home on Thursday, July 20, 2023. She was 90. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Maria C. Barbosa
By William Tauro
The traffic light that’s located at the intersection of Sycamore Street at Medford Street, just before the Winter Hill School, is a traffic accident waiting to happen. The overgrowth of the trees is blocking the traffic light making it not visible and very dangerous for motorist to react. Continue reading Overgrowth of Trees Causing Traffic Light Before Winter Hill School an Accident Waiting to Happen
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Billy ,
It’s disgusting that the homeowner has to pay me to do the city’s job …
This tree was a mess with so many low branches that the public would have gotten their eyes poked out … Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Homeowners Doing City’s Work 
Assault
23038730: On 7/11/23 at approximately 11:02 AM, Somerville Police responded to Broadway & Pennsylvania Ave for a dispute. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated he got into an argument with a male party. During the argument, the male party brandished a knife and began threatening the victim.
Assault Continue reading Somerville Police Crime Log Activity 7/11/2023 – 7/17/2023
The program will run August 7th -11th and feature a variety of training situations in which all Cadets will be required to participate in. Continue reading SPD is happy to announce the return of the Junior Police Academy for Somerville Youth Grades 5, 6, 7, 8
DOOR-TO-DOOR SALES SCAM ALERT: Please be advised that SPD received a report of a door-to-door magazine subscription scam that occurred in the area of Prichard Ave and Kidder Ave. Residents are advised to be wary of all unsolicited offers and to research the company / service before providing any form of payment. Continue reading Somerville Police Department DOOR-TO-DOOR SALES SCAM ALERT
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville invite you to a public meeting to help guide the future of the historic Armory building.
Continue reading Help Guide the Future of the Armory Building: Join the Next Public Meeting July 24 or August 1
JEANNETTE’S OBITUARY
Forgione, Jeannette B. ( Esposito) Of Somerville, passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, July 12, 2023. She was 87. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering JEANNETTE B FORGIONE
Daley, Rose M. (McCarthy)- 94, Of Naples, Florida and Somerville where she lived most of her life passed away peaceful at Care One in Lexington on July 18, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Rose M. Daley
Click on link below to read July 18th 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online July 18th 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)
Continue reading July 18th 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
By Karen Glover
Congratulations to Holly and Jeff Lyons, long-time Clarendon Hill Towers Residents. Holly and Jeff won the Massachusetts State Dart Championship, competing in the Minute Man Dart League Tournament. Continue reading CLARENDON HILL TOWERS CONGRATULATES HOLLY AND JEFF LYONS, THE NEW MASSACHUSETTS STATE DART CHAMPIONS!
By Karen Glover
PARTICIPANTS, RETIRED SOMERVILLE SCHOOL TEACHERS:
A group of dedicated, Somerville retired school teachers recently joined together to interview Billy Tauro, our 2023 Mayoral Candidate.
The Candidate was asked the thought-provok-
ing questions we all have weighing heavily on our minds. Continue reading WILLIAM “BILLY” TAURO, SOMERVILLE 2023 MAYORAL CANDIDATE RECENT ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION:
MARY’S OBITUARY
Tomeo, Mary E.(Marchio) – Of Sandwich, formerly of Somerville, passed away on July 16, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was 100 years young. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Mary E. Tomeo
Foster, Susan M (Barry)- Of Somerville, passed away on July 15, 2023 surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 64. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Susan M. Foster (Barry)
By William Tauro
You just got to love Somerville’s project managers or maybe not? This intersection located at Somerville Avenue at Medford Street in Somerville had just laid the new hardtop on Somerville Avenue by John’s Auto Sales and the Target department store only about a week or so ago. We all thought it was the finished product after two long years. But no, not so fast, today, they are again tearing it up again…tax dollars at work. Barletta is the contractor…not sure why? Continue reading Somerville Costing Taxpayers Millions By Not Following “Measure Twice Cut Once Rule”

By William Tauro
This business pictured here is located on Mystic Avenue in Somerville. It is a small mechanic shop and has been there for years. It’s located adjacent to the Route 93 wall that is located next to the Home Depot on Mystic Avenue in Somerville. Continue reading Nothing Like Hurting More Businesses in Somerville
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Hey Billy, I have a tip for you that you might be able to use. The red light at the honor roll in front of city hall has been out for at least a month. That’s there to honor those who served as you know (in lieu of an eternal flame).
Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Somerville’s Eternal Flame Is Out On Highland Ave
Christopher J. “Spanky” “Big Daddy” Salvato – of Woburn, died peacefully at Massachusetts General Hospital, July 15th at the age of fifty-eight. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering CHRISTOPHER J. “SPANKY” “BIG DADDY” SALVATO
Photo:John and daughter Lauren on Fathers Day dining at the Mt Vernon Restaurant
“Where Semi-Pro Football his Live Forever”
CLASS OF 2023
John Baino
For continuous dedication to the sport of Semi-Pro Football. Continue reading American Football Association SEMI-PRO FOOTBALL HONORS JOHN BAINO into the HALL OF FAME
SOMERVILLE, Mass. – The City of Somerville Police Department and the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office will partner to host the Somerville gun buyback initiative Saturday, July 29th, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Somerville Department of Public Works Yard located at 1 Franey Road. Continue reading Somerville Will Participate in Regional Gun Buy Back Initiative 2023
On Wednesday July 12th, 2023, Somerville Police Department’s Community Outreach, Help & Recovery Unit (COHR) partnered with Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA), to provide Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training. Continue reading Somerville Police Department Updates
By William Tauro
This newest Somerville monstrosity is located at the intersection of Glen and Oliver Streets in Somerville  right next to the Glen Street playground. I have no clue what it is and everyone that I spoke to has no clue what it is either.  Whatever it is, it’s in between the intersection of two one-way streets, and off-center (not even in the center of the road)mind you. God forbid an emergency and an ambulance or a hook-and-ladder fire apparatus needs to go around this thing to save a life, to battle ablaze, or for any emergency purposes at all it won’t make it. Continue reading What Is Happening To Somerville Intersections?
Malden-based, not-for-profit aging services agency, Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) (www.mves.org) recently partnered with Massachusetts-based Diversity North Group consultants (www.diversitynorth.com) to launch an organization-wide diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) collaboration. The year-long MVES DEIA Project will work to lead a cultural shift throughout the organization by offering team-based learning, coaching, and skills development. Continue reading MVES Teams with Diversity North to Build Inclusivity, Equity
NICHOLAS’ OBITUARY
U.S. Veteran
TESTA, Nicholas R. – Of Medford July 9, 2023.
Beloved husband of Margaret L. (Rebello) Testa.
Father of Lisa Bower of NH, John J. Bower of Florida, and the late Nicholas M. Testa.
Brother of Sandra Gonsalez and Adele Russ of PA, Leonard Testa of Brockton and the late Pasquale Testa. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Nicholas R. Testa
DAVID’S OBITUARY
David Oliver Woodworth, 80, of Deerfield Beach, Florida, formerly of South Yarmouth, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth (‘Betty’) Woodworth. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering David O. Woodworth
By William Tauro

I am now on Preston Road in Somerville meeting with a resident here who has deep concerns about a problem in front of a house that if this tree falls, it would knock out power to the entire street for weeks!
Continue reading A Huge Safety Concern and Hazard Just Waiting to Happen on Preston Rd in Somerville
By William Tauro
Residents are frustrated with the lack of maintenance being performed around our city and especially on islands and around trees with weeds and shrubbery that’s growing out of control! But look what people are doing now by taking the bull by the horns, pulling the weeds themselves, and tossing it into the curb for the city to clean up.
Continue reading That’s One Way of Getting It Done and Catching Our Elected Official’s Attention I guess?
By William Tauro
I constantly drive around Somerville everyday just to find a better route for people, and to find out where traffic problems begin and where they end with a clogged ending in traffic jams citywide. Continue reading Traffic Problems Traveling Through Somerville Are Bad (Somerville) Man Made Decisions
By William Tauro
Just a few questions of concern,
As in many past meetings concerning budgets , those particular meetings must run as long a s necessary to settle all concerns for a proper budget to be approved. That is part of the job!
But, If you, and the School Committee members knew ahead of time, as you stated, that there was a possibility of endangering a child within a school then what took you so long to react with an all hands on deck 24/7 emergency mode? Continue reading William Tauro’s Response to Ben Ewen-Campen, Council President/Ward 3 City Councilor Newsletter from July 16, 2023, He’s A Little Too Late
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BBB in Eastern MA, ME, RI & VT —
Once Prime Day ends, scammers may just be getting started. Con artists have been known to send phony emails and texts that look like messages from major retailers, instructing you to redeem the reward points accrued during your shopping days. Just hit delete on these phishing messages!
What to look out for Continue reading BBB Tip: Phishing emails may target shoppers with post-Prime Day offers
MATTHEW’S OBITUARY
Matthew Conley of Somerville, Massachusetts, was surrounded by his family as he died peacefully at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital on Tuesday, July 11. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Matthew Shea Conley
MARGARET’S OBITUARY
BLAKE, Margaret M. – Of Somerville July 13, 2023. Complete notice to follow. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering MARGARET M. Blake
NANCY’S OBITUARY
LEACH, Nancy (Morel) – July 14, 2023. complete notice to follow. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Nancy Leach
JOSEPH’S OBITUARY
U.S. Veteran
McConnell, Joseph F. – Of Somerville July 11, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joseph F. McConnell
By William Tauro
Residents are frustrated with the lack of maintenance being performed around our city and especially on islands and around trees with weeds and shrubbery that’s growing out of control! But look what people are doing now by taking the bull by the horns, pulling the weeds themselves, and tossing it into the curb for the city to clean up. Continue reading That’s One Way of Getting It Done and Catching Our Elected Official’s Attention I Guess?
Residential Breaking & Entering
23036868: On 7/1/23 at approximately 10:18 PM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on Hinckley St for report of a breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers observed the front door slightly ajar and deemed the house safe and empty. Shortly after, the residents arrived home and searched through their belongings. They reported that multiple pieces of jewelry were stolen.
Attempted Breaking & Entering
23037827: On 7/6/23 at approximately 6:43 PM, Somerville Police responded to a construction site on Aldersey St for an attempted breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the reporting party who stated he observed two male parties trying to cut through a door. He confronted them and they fled the area.
Assault Continue reading Somerville Police Department Crime Activity Log 6/27/2023 – 7/10/2023
This morning, the Medford Police Department executed an arrest warrant at 278 Powder House Boulevard in Somerville where they took Nature Moncoeur, age 18, into custody. Continue reading Medford Police Take Assault Suspect Into Custody
Click on link below to read: July 11th 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online July 11th 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (2)
Continue reading July 11th 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
KATHLEEN’S OBITUARY
MCDAID, Kathleen E. (Creavin) – Of Somerville July 8, 2023. Beloved wife of 62 years to the late Patrick McDaid. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Kathleen E. McDaid
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Please visit my website: http://www.Williamtauro.com
CASE UPDATE: New video and photo of assault suspect. View the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_1WB1amra4
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Medford Police Department is investigating a report that a Medford woman in her 20s was physically assaulted in the area of Main Street and Royall Street while out on an evening walk around 10:45pm on Sunday, July 2, 2023. Continue reading Medford Police Looking for Assault Suspect
MR. JOAO M. MEDEIROS
Category: Obituaries Published: July 8, 2023
Medeiros, Joao M., of Somerville, July 7, 2023, at age 76. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering MR. JOAO M. MEDEIROS
By William Tauro
Something has to be done before we lose this beautiful historical building forever! Where is our historical commission during all of this? This building should be on a top priority list.
Continue reading Something has to be done before we lose this beautiful historical building forever!
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Today I feel like a part of my life is changing drastically, I grew up in the somerville boxing club, I met so many new people, so many amazing people I am still close to to this day. The gym brought structure to so many peoples lives & so much growth to everyone. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: I Grew Up in the Somerville Boxing Club
By William Tauro
This is located at a crosswalk on lower Broadway in East Somerville directly in front of the Santander Bank. Continue reading How safe do you feel walking the streets of Somerville these days?
By William Tauro
Please check out this video on my Facebook page of the uncovering of the floor panels of the former Somerville Boxing Club that’s located in the basement of the Edgerly Education Center located at 8 Bonair St., in Somerville that have been sealed up and ignored since 1977 and you will notice the old contaminated standing water and oil contaminants residue and oil deposit still existing in this building. Continue reading Are Our Displaced Winter Hill School Children Going From Bad to Worse This Coming Fall?
By William Tauro
Update:Please let me be perfectly clear that the good people of the Somerville Department of Public Works are doing a great job especially under these following conditions:They are understaffed, underpaid and unappreciated for all the hard work that they do! The problem comes from the top with poor leadership leading the way! Continue reading Come on Somerville we’re better than this? 
PSA: Attention residents of Wards 2 and 3. There have been multiple incidents of an unknown male breaking into homes between 12 AM and 6 AM by entering through unlocked first-floor windows. Residents are urged to lock all windows (and doors) overnight, particularly those on the first floor. Continue reading Multiple Somerville Home Break-ins Wards 2 and 3
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
I am a resident of Sartwell Avenue in Somerville that’s located directly across the street from the John F Kennedy School. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Residents Once Again Being Ignored By Mayor and DPW Commissioner Costing Taxpayers a Fortune
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Here they go ripping up the neighborhood’s streets again. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:How many times do they have to dig up the same street over and over again before they get it right?
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Billy go around the city and look at every single tree like this. The city plants them then doesn’t de-weed them. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: It’s more like our leadership has their heads buried in the sand, leaving everyone to fend for themselves
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Even though my home on Edmands Street is directly adjacent to a state road, Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: It’s very obvious that nobody up at City Hall cares about the residents at all
By Bob Katzen
“There is nothing more important than helping people get back up on their feet and 4 Housing is doing great work.”
—Sen. Will Brownsberger (D-Belmont) upon visiting the housing nonprofit Justice 4 Housing that works to empower formerly incarcerated people in their reentry to society. Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES On Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
This bill Would require any retailer that sells tobacco products to also sell at least one type of nicotine replacement therapy drug or device that has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for assisting with helping people quit tobacco use. Continue reading REQUIRE RETAILERS THAT SELL TOBACCO TO ALSO SELL PRODUCTS TO HELP SMOKERS QUIT (S 1341)
By Bob Katzen
This bill Would allow cigarettes and other tobacco products to be sold only in Adult-Only Retail Tobacco Stores or smoking bars. Continue reading SALE OF CIGARETTES TO 21 AND OVER (S 1397)
By Bob Katzen
This bill Would repeal the state’s 2000 law that bans flavored vaping and tobacco products—including mint and menthol cigarettes.
Continue reading REPEAL THE MENTHOL BAN (S 1364)
By Bob Katzen
This bill Would authorize licensed pharmacists to dispense medications to help individuals quit smoking. Continue reading PHARMACISTS AND SMOKING CESSATION MEDICINE (S 1428)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-0, approved an amendment mandating that the state’s Department of Public Health and Department of Mental Health conduct a study on the occurrence and impact of neonatal abstinence syndrome in the Bay State. Continue reading NEONATAL ABSTINENCE SYNDROME (S 3)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-0, approved an amendment that would provide $250,000 for the protection of right whales by increasing the patrols of officers to identify and remove abandoned fishing gear and to enhance their ability to enforce speed restrictions through use of drone technologies to minimize potentially harmful interactions between vessels and right whales. Continue reading $250,000 FOR PROTECTION OF RIGHT WHALES (S 3)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-0, approved an amendment that would provide $300,000 for a municipal grant program for firefighter cancer screenings, including advance blood testing and imaging.
Continue reading $300,000 FOR FIREFIGHTERS’ CANCER SCREENINGS (S 3)
RICHARD’S OBITUARY
U.S. Veteran
HALEY, Richard J. – Of Somerville July 6, 2023. Beloved husband of 57 years to the late Joan (Wiggin) Haley. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Richard J. Haley
ALEKOS’ OBITUARY
Alekos Kalogeropoulos ,91 of Somerville, Mass. Passed away peacefully on July 4, 2023 surrounded by his family. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Alekos Kalogeropoulos
RITA’S OBITUARY
McCarthy, Rita Y (Bergami) – Of Somerville, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, June 30, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Rita Y. McCarthy
JOANNE’S OBITUARY
Anzalone, Joanne E. (Norton)- Of Medford, passed away on July 4th 2023 at Tufts Medical Center after a brief illness. She was 53.
Born and raised in Somerville. She was the daughter of Joanne H. (Murnane) Norton and the late Thomas B. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joanne E. Anzalone
Starting July 5, 2023 applications can be submitted through the City’s Citizenserve online portal
Continue reading City of Somerville Announces Streamlined Application Process for Zoning Relief and Historic Preservations
Funds will help increase respite services for families of youth
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WHITEY
White, Christopher Edward (“Whitey”).- Of Tewksbury, passed away on July 5, 2023, after a tragic car accident. He was 40 years old.
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iplomas. Shortly after that, the student loan repayment process begins. However, scammers are taking advantage of recent changes to student loan repayment programs to confuse borrowers, tricking them into falling for various schemes.
ELLEN’S OBITUARY
Morel, Ellen M. (Donnelly)- Of Hudson, NH, passed away on July 4, 2023 surrounded by her family at the age of 89. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Ellen M. Morel
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A Public Round Table Discussion with Candidate for Mayor of Somerville William “Billy” Tauro
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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.
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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.
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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
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