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JUSTIN’S

MontLouis, Jean Justin- Of Cambridge, formerly of Anse d’Hainault, Haiti passed away after a courage battle with pancreatic cancer surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, September 23, 2023. He was 87. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Jean Justin MontLouis →

ANTOINE’S OBITUARY

Memeus, Antoine O. – Of Cambridge, formerly of Chantal, Haiti, passed away after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, September 21, 2023. He was 89. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Antoine O Memeus →

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With our community’s strong support, we exceeded our goal of 1,000 signatures on our petition related to the Armory Master Plan within a 30 day window. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to the sign the petition, attend a meeting, and follow the progression of this situation. The petition is now closed. Continue reading Thanks to our community for over 1,000 petition signatures! →

SUSAN’S OBITUARY

Susan J. (nee Brady) Manning, formerly of Medford, passed away on September 18, 2023 at the Sancta Maria Nursing Facility in Cambridge, she was 95. Born and raised in Cavan, Ballyhaise, Ireland, she was the beloved wife of the late Richard F. Manning. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Susan J. Manning →

MARIA’S OBITUARY

Viveiros, Maria Jose (Correia)- Of Somerville, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, September 20th. She was 88 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Maria Jose Viveiros →

ROBERT’S OBITUARY

Robert J. Pratt, of Billerica, formerly of Somerville passed away suddenly on September 18, 2023, he was just 31 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Robert J. Pratt →

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin, and City of Somerville staff invite you to a virtual community meeting about proposed transportation safety improvements on Tufts Street.

Continue reading Tufts Street Reconstruction Virtual Community Meeting, October 11 →

EVENS’ OBITUARY

Mr. Evens Magloire, of Medford, a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend to many, passed away unexpectedly while working in Connecticut on September 14, 2023, he was 50 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Evens Magloire →

Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:

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

Dear Mr. Tauro,

It is my understanding that the Governor said all school children would receive free meals this year. However, the City of Somerville has refused to comply with this directive for the youngsters at St.Theresa’s Elementary School on Summer St. This current mayor has never returned our calls. 
Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: City of Somerville has refused to comply with this directive for the youngsters at St.Theresa’s Elementary School →

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

Hope you and your family are well, just wanted to reach out with a little info about the Winter Hill School…I do not have first hand knowledge of this but the time frame fits… the Winter Hill School was built in 1975, asbestos was commonly used in concrete until the early 80’s….the two types were “chrysotile” and “amphibole” with the later the more dangerous. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Winter Hill School Concrete Concerns →

All that I ask is the chance to prove myself for the melioration and advancement of Somerville and it’s residents.

Hello Everyone,

My name is Billy Tauro

I am here to ask you for your vote to allow me the opportunity to serve, as your next Mayor

Lets face facts,

This city has not moved forward under the current Administration to serve the people.
Continue reading This Is Why William Tauro Should Be Elected Mayor →

By William Tauro

It’s sad when Lilly and Herman Munster’s home that’s located at 1313 Mockingbird Lane is in better shape than our Somerville City Hall!
Continue reading City Hall Clock Tower Rotted Clock Falls Inward →

If you want solar panels, be very careful when evaluating installation offers. Con artists use misleading sales tactics and lies to trick homeowners out of money and personal information. If you’ve received an offer for “free solar panels,” it could be a scam. Always look for businesses you can trust – like Accredited Businesses using the BBB Seal. Here’s what you should know. Continue reading BBB Scam Alert: “Free solar panels” can cost you big time! How to spot a phony offer and find a trustworthy business →

Hello Everyone,

My name is Billy Tauro

I am here to ask you for your vote to allow me the opportunity to serve, as your next Mayor

Lets face facts,

This city has not moved forward under the current Administration to serve the people. Continue reading Casting Your Vote for William B. Tauro, for Mayor in our Upcoming November 7th election →

Continue reading TINGLE AND FRIENDS COMEDY BENEFIT →

David L. Vitiello, age 80, of Somerville, MA, died on September 16, 2023 after a 5 1/2 year valiant battle with Multiple Myeloma. David was the beloved husband of Iris E. Haley. He was the cherished son of the late Amadeo L. and Irene C. (Lodi) Vitiello. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering David L. Vitiello →

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

Mr. Tauro,

Thank you so much for listening to me the other evening at the fundraiser at the Dante club. It was an honor to see youagain. Matt McLaughlin’s uncle died so I wasn’t able to reach him and he has been out of touch. That being said, I really do need you to petition. Whoever you can to have speed humps finally poured on my street. The situation is worsening daily. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:City Hall Not Listening To Our Voices →

Somerville, MA–With the community’s strong support, the Center for Arts at the Armory (CAA) exceeded its goal of 1,000 signatures on a petition related to the Armory Master Plan within a 30 day window. Continue reading CAA’s Armory Master Plan Petition Results Have Been Submitted and the Discussion Continues →

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MARYANN’S OBITUARY
Maryann T. (Rogers) Barnard, of Somerville, passed away on September 10, 2023 following a battle against dementia, she was 75. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Maryann T. (Rogers) Barnard →

Voting Open Now Through October 13, 2023

Continue reading Community Members Ages 12 and Older Can Now Vote on How to Invest $1 Million in City Improvement Projects →

Learn About Local Government & Services Through Activities and Family-Friendly Events Hosted by City Departments on Saturday, September 30
Continue reading Somerville’s First Civic Day Event Showcases Local Government Programs, Services, & Engagement Opportunities →

Celebrate the first official day of fall this year with free games and entertainment for the whole family. Continue reading Join Somerville Parks & Recreation’s Fall Festival on September 23 →

Kanthimathy Balasingam of Medford, Massachusetts
April 7, 1934 – September 13, 2023 Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Kanthimathy Balasingam →

By William Tauro

This is the message that I received earlier today while I was at an event and I promised her that I would absolutely be there today and here I am at 10:00PM. Continue reading Businesses Being Targeted By City →

By William Tauro

This is what Thurston Street at Broadway looked like today with a 6 inch deep ditch in the middle of the street that almost swallowed up my Corvette. Continue reading Somerville Streets At Worst Level Ever →

After two weeks, Ladder 3 remains displaced from its Teele Square Station while Engine 6 remains outside on the apron due to the structural integrity of the apparatus floor. Continue reading Somerville Firefighters Local 76 News Update →

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

Billy, like the video that you did at Mama Lisa’s Pizza the other night, the same happened to Alibrandi’s Barber Shop on Holland Street. My grandfather started that shop on October 4 1938. And has been on Holland st for 85 years. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Longtime Somerville Business Victim Of New Administration →

I challenge you Madame Mayor to a Mayoral Debate live on stage. Continue reading Tauro vs Ballantyne Mayoral Debate Challenge →

George D Stewart, Jr. of Boston, Massachusetts
September 11, 1935 – September 11, 2023

Stewart, George D.- Of Boston, passed away on his 88th birthday at Lowell General Hospital on September 11, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering George D Stewart, Jr →

By William Tauro

Early Monday morning, Somerville Firefighter responded to a fire at 37 Freemont Street located off of Main Street in Somerville. Continue reading Working Fire on Freemont Street Somerville →

RYAN STEANZ

My instagram account is @ryan_Stranz
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At any given time, the one mile stretch from Sullivan Station to McGrath Highway on Washington Street can back-up with trucks, cars, motorcycles, pedestrians, electric scooters, and bicycles as commuters elbow their way through East Somerville. On Thursday mornings between 9:00 and 10:00 AM, many of these commuters have become accustomed to seeing an assembly of Cobble Hill elders who stand with home-made signs in determined protest of the city’s plans for 90 Washington Street. Continue reading Public Protest to Fight a Social Injustice is a Civic Responsibility →

Jessica Cantin, the new CEO of Food For Free, the leading food rescue and redistribution nonprofit in Eastern Massachusetts. Continue reading Food For Free Names Jessica Cantin as New CEO Food Rescue and Redistribution Nonprofit Continues Expansion Across Eastern MA →

CAMBRIDGE/SOMERVILLE, Mass. – On Friday, September 29, hundreds of supporters, donors, and community members will unite at Party Under The Harvest Moon – an annual celebration hosted by Food For Free to raise awareness and funds to fight food insecurity across Eastern Massachusetts. The event goal is to raise over $175,000. Continue reading Food For Free to Host Annual Party Under The Harvest Moon Friday, September 29 →

Residential Breaking & Entering

23049877: On 8/29/23 at approximately 12:14 PM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on Laurel St for report of an attempted breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated a male party opened his front door but then fled after hearing a dog.

Assault Continue reading Somerville Police Department Crime Activity Log →

SCOREBOARD, Middlesex Canal Park, WOBURN,
OCTOBER 21ST, 5:30-8:30. Yes 3 hours please note. For light food and catching up.
Stay after reunion for a band starting at 9pm.
$30/ticket. Continue reading CLASS OF 1983 SOMERVILLE H.S. 40TH REUNION. ANY SHS YEAR INVITED TOO! →

September 12th 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)

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

There are a variety of valid reasons why the city should not be allowed to build a public safety building at 90 Washington Street. I will focus on two. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:90 Washington Street →

By Bob Katzen

“The Wall Street Journal’s metrics – student outcomes, learning environments and diversity – directly measure student success during and after they earn their degree. Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES On Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

These three bills would provide civil liability protections to individuals, restaurants and organizations that make direct food donations to persons in need. The donor would also receive a tax credit of up to $5,000. Continue reading DONATE FOOD (H 1594, S 920 and S 1016) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill Would allow minors, ages 13 to 17 years old, to appear in court, without a parent, guardian or attorney when filing for a protective order. Under current law, these minors are required to be accompanied by one of the above.

Continue reading MINORS AND PROTECTIVE ORDERS (H 1605) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would require harassment prevention orders to be expunged from a defendant’s record if and when the order is vacated on a motion made by the plaintiff. Continue reading EXPUNGE HARASSMENT PREVENTION ORDERS (H 1620) →

By Bob Katzen m

The Judiciary Committee held a hearing on several bills. This hearing was the one that began on July 18 was disrupted by an electrical fire and was rescheduled for last week. Bills before the committee include: Continue reading JUDICIARY COMMITTEE HEARING →

By Bob Katzen

The Executive Office of Veterans Services has announced a contest for residents to design a new logo for that office which in March was elevated to be part of the governor’s cabinet rather than just a state agency. Continue reading LOGO CONTEST →

By Bob Katzen

Attorney General Andrea Campbell has determined that 34 out of the 38 possible 2024 ballot question Continue reading ATTORNEY GENERAL CERTIFIES POSSIBLE BALLOT QUESTIONS ELIGIBLE FOR THE 2024 BALLOT →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 3-36, rejected an amendment that would maintain the current 90/5/5 law under which 90 percent of the capital gains tax collections exceeding $1 billion goes to the Rainy Day Fund, Continue reading SEND 90 PERCENT OF CAPITAL GAINS TAX REVENUE ABOVE $1 BILLION TO THE RAINY DAY FUND (S 3) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 5-34, rejected an amendment that would remove a section in the budget that exempts tax revenue generated from the recently voter-approved Millionaire Tax from counting toward the allowable state tax revenue limitations, under Chapter 62F, which provides that whenever revenue collections in a fiscal year exceed an annual cap tied to wage and salary growth, the excess is returned to taxpayers. Continue reading TAX REVENUE FROM MILLIONAIRE’S TAX (S 3) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 5-33, rejected an amendment that would increase from $1 million to $5 million the amount of money that is exempt from the value of a person’s estate from the state’s estate/death tax that a person is required to pay following their death before distribution to any beneficiary. The increase to $5 million would be implemented over ten years. Continue reading INCREASE ESTATE/DEATH TAX EXEMPTION (S 2397) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 5-32, rejected an amendment that would reduce the short-term capital gains tax from 12 percent to 5 percent. Continue reading REDUCE SHORT TERM CAPITAL GAINS TAX (S 2397) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 33-5, approved an amendment that would require Massachusetts couples who file income tax returns jointly at the federal level do the same at the state level.
Continue reading FILE TAXES JOINTLY (S 2387) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 39-0, approved a package that provides $590 million in tax relief. Continue reading $590 MILLION TAX REDUCTION PACKAGE (S 2397) →

Continue reading INTO FAITH FESTIVAL →

CARL’S OBITUARY

Carl E. Mattson, Jr., of Tewksbury and formerly of Somerville, passed away at home with his beloved wife, caregiver and nurse, Claire by his side following a courageous battle against cancer on September 7, 2023, he was 73. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Carl E. Mattson, Jr →

OLEKSANDR’S OBITUARY

Александр Иванович Сверлов из города Арлингтон штат Массачусетс, ранее проживавший в Киеве, Украина скончался 24 Августа 2023 года в возрасте 87 лет.
Он был рожден в Советском Союзе, который не признавал и позже переехал в США вместе со своей женой Галиной. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Oleksandr Ivanovich Sverlov →

By Michelle Sinclair

The 2023 WHYC Veterans Cruise was a sucess despite the weather and loosing half our Veterans to a covid outbreak. Many thanks to the Lowell JROTC Air Force Cadets, Mass Maratime Cadets and the WHYC members for making this happen. Thank our Veterans every day for their service! Continue reading 2023 Winter Hill Yacht Club Annual Veterans Cruise →

By William Tauro

Continue reading Somerville 9/11 Procession and Remembrance Ceremony Marking the Anniversary of 9/11 Photos →

Northeast Youth Ballet is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 2023-2024 season,

Adventure Awaits, an extraordinary voyage of captivating performances that will transport audiences around the world. Continue reading Northeast Youth Ballet’s New Season: Adventure Awaits Season Ticket Promotion: Bon Voyage Au NYB →

Adeline A. “Lena” (Accaputo) Angiulo of Somerville passed away peacefully in the company of her loving family at the Massachusetts General Hospital, on Sunday September 3rd. She was 97. Born and raised in Boston’s West End, Lena was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Michelina (Sarno) Accaputo. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Adeline A. “Lena” Angiulo →

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By William Tauro

This past Saturday morning, a Somerville Police Officer contacted me at 5:00 AM this morning to let me know that a planned attack posted on social media on Assembly Row was scheduled to happen a 3:00 PM this afternoon. The officer was in total disgust that the mayor didn’t plan nor put out a public warning on it. Continue reading City of Somerville Ill Prepared For Massive Gang Threat →

By Bob Katzen

“We are at a pivotal moment for transportation on Cape Cod. By revitalizing Cape commuter rail, we can expand access and opportunity for the Cape and Island residents and unlock new avenues for connectivity through the region. Cape and Islanders deserve fast, reliable transit that connects our region and workforce with the rest of the commonwealth.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

Another bill scheduled for a hearing on September 20 by the Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Committee would create a state Green Bank that would invest in green businesses, promote research in clean tech and contribute toward an equitable energy transition by advancing workforce training in clean energy.
Continue reading GREEN BANK (H 3805) →

By Bob Katzen

The Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy will hold a hearing on September 20 on legislation that would establish ratepayer rights including requiring utility companies to provide ratepayers with a choice of Continue reading RIGHTS OF UTILITY RATEPAYERS (S 2152) →

By Bob Katzen

Awaiting further action by the House is a bill that would set a cap on the fees check-cashing stores and outlets are allowed to charge. The bill was given initial approval by the House on July 26 and is now in the Bills in Third Reading Committee. Continue reading LIMIT FEE FOR CASHING CHECKS (H 344) →

By Bob Katzen
– Gov. Maura Healey issued an order activating up to 250 National Guard members to provide basic services at emergency shelter hotels across the state that do not currently have a contracted service provider. Continue reading GOV. HEALEY ACTIVATES NATIONAL GUARD FOR SHELTERS →

SAIMPHAR’S OBITUARY

Gagerie, Saimphar- Of Cambridge, passed away on Saturday, September 2nd surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. He was 75.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford/Cambridge Remembering Saimphar Gagerie →

By William Tauro

An end to an era tonight in Somerville. My friend Robert and his family, the very hard working owners of Cantina La Mexicana Restaurant located at 247 Washington Street in Somerville are closing their doors forever tonight after 29 years in business in the City of Somerville. The restaurant owner’s family blames that the current mayor’s choice of developers over small businesses caused this one of many closed down mom and pop shops within the city of Somerville.
Continue reading Cantina La Mexicana’s Last Day Open After 29 Years In Somerville →

Quincy Police Department RUNAWAY
Katherine Candido
DOB: 12/23/2010
Weight: 130 Ibs (Approximately)
Height: 5’3″ Continue reading Authorities Need Your Help to Bring This Young Lady Back Home →

8/30/2023

MaryLou (Itrato) Costante, of Somerville, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, August 30th. She was 77. Born in Boston and raised in the North End, MaryLou was the cherished daughter of the late Louis and Mary (DeFalco) Itrato. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering MaryLou (Itrato) Costante →