Medford Police Department has completed a significant operational training milestone, with 65 officers—including senior leadership—successfully completing Introduction to #TECC training delivered by Dirigo Readiness Group LLC.
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Daily Archives: April 6, 2026
Congratulations to Medford Police Department’s New Officers!
Today, we proudly welcomed three new officers to our department. Officers Jordan Manning, Jaret Botelho, and Maria Mariano-Dolhopiaty graduated from the NECC Police Academy in Haverhill.
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The New Mcgrath Highway at Mystic Avenue Street Design.
By William Tauro
Expect everyday delays from here on! Continue reading The New Mcgrath Highway at Mystic Avenue Street Design.
Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Is it admirable for people to fight rent increases
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Is it admirable for people to fight rent increases, or refuse to move after a lease expires?
Inspired by the Gary Rogers case but not directly related, I’m more interested in the widespread “tenants rights” celebrations around it.
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Somerville Firefighters Local 76 News Updates
Even if they service the out of service apparatus asap, we cant fix them fast enough because as soon as they are repaired they have to start navigating Somerville streets again, leading to more damage.
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Somerville/Medford Remembering John J. Danieli
Obituary
John J. Danieli – A lifelong resident of Somerville, passed away on March 29, 2026.
Born, raised, and educated in Somerville, he was the beloved son of the late John and Carolina (Picardo) Danieli.
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Somerville/Medford Remembering Rongwen Zhang
Obituary
Rongwen Zhang – Of Somerville, passed away on March 30, 2026. She was 88 years old.
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Applications Now Open for Mayor’s Summer Jobs Program
From running rec games to assisting with community outreach, teens can earn $18.85/hour; Apply by April 30
SOMERVILLE – Somerville teens (ages 14+) can now apply for the 2026 Mayor’s Summer Jobs Program, a six-week paid opportunity to earn money, build skills, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how the City runs.
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Somerville Marks ‘Start by Believing Day’ to Support Survivors
SOMERVILLE—Mayor Jake Wilson has signed a proclamation supporting the City’s annual observance of “Start by Believing Day” in Somerville on the first Wednesday in April, recognizing the importance of believing survivors of sexual violence and strengthening community response.
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Somerville/Medford Remembering Mary “Terry” Keane
Obituary
Mary “Terry” Keane, of Medford, passed away at the age of 84 after a brief illness on Monday, March 30, 2026.
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Somerville/Medford Remembering MARY HICKEY
MARY HICKEY Obituary
HICKEY, Mary L. (McGonagle) Of Somerville, formerly of Charlestown, April 8. Beloved mother of Eileen Doherty, Marie Cook, Philip Hickey, Maureen Fucill, Joseph Hickey, Robert Hickey, and Denise Iverson, and the late John and Patrick Hickey. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering MARY HICKEY
Somerville/Medford Remembering Paul J. Liberatore
Paul J. Liberatore, of Florida, formerly of Somerville, passed away at 74 after a courageous four-year battle with pancreatic cancer.
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