Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
RE: Honor Pie Traynor at Trum Field
To the Editor:
I led the effort to honor baseball great Harold “Pie” Traynor in his birthplace, Framingham. Now, I hope Somerville, where he grew up, will do the same. Richard J. Trum Field would be the perfect spot.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Honor Pie Traynor at Trum Field
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Kimberly (St. John) Moore – Of Sarasota, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the young age of 61.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Kimberly (St. John) Moore
LYNNFIELD, MA — Get ready for an extraordinary evening where legendary humor meets a life-saving mission! Voices of Hope (VOH) is thrilled to announce Comedy for a Cure, a high-energy, one-night-only fundraising gala bringing together Boston’s premier comedic talents for a night of food, fun, and fundraising to support cutting-edge cancer research. Continue reading Laughter is the Best Medicine: Comedy for a Cure Pairs Fine Dining with Boston’s Top Comics on Nov. 15
Final deadline to apply for mail-in ballots is, today, October 27 at 5 p.m.
SOMERVILLE– Your voice, your vote. Next week on Tuesday, November 3, Massachusetts will hold its State Election, which is open to all registered voters in Somerville.
Continue reading Somerville Sharing Final Reminders Ahead of Nov. 3 State Election
Well, it is a long time reckoning problems in Private Ways and now out of the bag! To review, many private ways in Medford are damaged, potholed like many cities, neglected, dangerous for walkers/drivers/bikers, and many have no sidewalks. Property owners years ago have the City plows as a right, but repairs to the above remained askew in answers for help for years.
Continue reading As Medford Turns: Sshhhhh…it’s Private!
Obituary
Paul Joseph O’Callaghan, affectionately known as Paul, Red, Dad, or Papa, lived a life filled with laughter, love, family, and a little bit of Irish magic. A Somerville guy from the start, Paul had a personality that could light up a room, a gift for making people laugh, and a charm that made him unforgettable.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Paul Joseph O’Callaghan
By Bob Katzen
“All eligible voters should be able to cast a ballot freely, safely, and without intimidation or interference. I am proud to stand with California in pushing back against this unlawful federal overreach that would obstruct thousands of voters’ fundamental right to cast a ballot.”
Continue reading THIS WEEK’S QUOTABLE QUOTES ON BEACON HILL
By Bob Katzen
The Healey Administration announced the launch of “Move-In Mass,” a new initiative to expand homeownership opportunities across the Bay State by supporting innovative, cost-effective approaches to building starter homes. The program is expected to support at least 20 homes in its first round, with financing designed to be repaid and reinvested in future housing developments.
Continue reading EXPAND HOME OWNERSHIP
By Bob Katzen
The Healey Administration announced more than $5 Million in grant funding to support 323 municipalities and regional solid waste districts maximize recycling, composting and waste reduction.
Continue reading RECYCLING, COMPOSTING AND WASTE REDUCTION
By Bob Katzen
The House gave initial approval to a measure designating the song, “Massachusetts,” sung by Springfield native Montenia Shider, as the state’s official jazz song.
Continue reading OFFICIAL JAZZ SONG OF MASSACHUSETTS (H 3407)
By Bob Katzen
On February 5, The House gave initial approval to a proposal that would make major changes in laws about pets in homes, apartments, hotels and shelters across the state during a state of emergency. The measure is designed to allow owners of pets to remain safely housed and not be formally removed from housing due to their pets. No further action has been taken on the proposal and it remains stalled in the Bills in Third Reading Committee.
Continue reading PROTECT PETS DURING EMERGENCIES (H 1559)
By Bob Katzen
An estimated 70,000 Massachusetts residents are soon going to receive letters announcing that they will receive a portion of more than $38 million in direct medical debt relief under a nonprofit partnership created by the Atrius Health Equity Foundation. The foundation has erased more than $293 million in medical debt since it started in 2024.
Continue reading $38 MILLION TO HELP FAMILIES REDUCE MEDICAL DEBT
By Bob Katzen
House 25-129, rejected an amendment that would delete a section of the budget that would transfer $35 million, in fiscal years 2026 and 2027, from the General Fund to the Massachusetts Offshore Wind Industry Investment Trust Fund.
Continue reading OFFSHORE WIND (H 5700)
By Bob Katzen
House 30-132, rejected an amendment that would suspend the state’s 24-cents-per-gallon gas tax for two months.
Continue reading SUSPEND THE STATE’S 24-CENTS-PER-GALLON GAS TAX FOR TWO MONTHS (H 5699)
By Bob Katzen
House 152-0, approved and sent to the Senate a $2.354 billion fiscal 2026 budget to close out the books on fiscal year 2026.
Continue reading $2.8 BILLION FISCAL 2026 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (H 5700)
Arts leader and musician brings experience supporting working artists and building community partnerships
SOMERVILLE — Lydia Warren, PhD, an award-winning arts administrator and musician whose work has connected cultural organizations with the communities they serve, joined the City of Somerville as its new Arts & Culture (SAC) Director on October 19. Her appointment follows an extensive national search led by a hiring team that included the Mayor Jake Wilson and his team, SAC interim director and the SAC Board Chair.
Continue reading Lydia Warren Named Somerville Arts & Culture Director
SOMERVILLE— The City is planning to build a new school at 115 Sycamore Street. All community members are invited to come learn more about the project and share their perspectives at an upcoming community forum:
Continue reading Hear from the project architects, the Mayor, and Superintendent about plans for our next new school building and share your perspective
Obituary
Mary Francine (Foley) Sahlas, 89, of Medford, formerly of Somerville, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2026, at Tufts Medical Center.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Mary Francine (Foley) Sahlas
Change Smoke and CO Alarm Batteries, Replace Outdated Alarms This Weekend
STOW—State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts are reminding residents to replace the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms and replace outdated alarms when they change their clocks this weekend.
Continue reading “Call Back” Into Safety: When You Change Your Clocks, Check Your Alarms
Marie A. (Sinkiewicz) Danieli – Of Somerville, formerly of South Boston, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 68 years old.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Marie A. (Sinkiewicz) Danieli
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Shaped by community input, the project aims to make sections of Broadway safer and transform the Magoun Square intersection.
SOMERVILLE–The City of Somerville is planning to redesign Broadway between Winchester Street and Central Street to increase safety, improve accessibility, reduce congestion, and create a more comfortable street for everyone.
Continue reading Somerville Set to Release Updated Plans for Broadway Magoun Reconstruction Project at November 4 Open House
Cindy Linardy Obituary
Cindy L. Linardy, a retired clerk for Tofia’s, passed away on October 9th, at the age of 60. Cindy was born in Cambridge MA in 1966, the daughter of Robert Dolson and Ruth Almeida, She was raised and educated in Cambridge, graduating from Cambrige Ringe and Latin in 1984. Continue reading Somerville/Medford/Cambridge Remembering Cindy L. Linardy
By Bob Katzen
“Every day, police officers across Massachusetts answer the call to serve, often facing extraordinary risks to protect our communities. Today, we recognize 18 officers whose bravery and selflessness went far beyond the call of duty. Their actions represent the very best of public service and the same commitment to protecting others that defined Trooper George Hanna’s life.”
Continue reading THIS WEEK’S QUOTABLE QUOTES ON BEACON HILL
By Bob Katzen
The Healey Administration today announced the awarding of $1.75 million in new funding to help Massachusetts schools protect students from the harmful impacts of social media and teach young people how to navigate the online world safely and responsibly. The grants are designed to support schools in educating students about online safety, cyberbullying, protecting their personal information, recognizing misinformation and making healthy choices about social media use.
Continue reading $1.75 MILLION TO PROTECT STUDENTS ON SOCIAL MEDIA
By Bob Katzen
Massachusetts was awarded $142 million by the federal government to fund the state’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
“No family in Massachusetts should have to choose between heating their home and affording groceries or medicine,” said U.S. Representative Lori Trahan. “With heating oil prices up nearly 75 percent from last year, that choice is becoming a reality for far too many households. Releasing these funds early will help families prepare for the winter ahead. Continue reading $142 MILLION FOR HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE
By Bob Katzen
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) announced more than $2 million for the Climate Smart Agriculture Grant Program (CSAP) to help 68 Massachusetts farms and agricultural businesses buy new equipment, upgrade buildings and install clean energy systems that cut costs and boost productivity. The grants are designed to support 78 projects to improve food safety, reduce energy costs, protect natural resources and strengthen the long-term sustainability and resilience of Massachusetts agriculture.
Continue reading $2 MILLION FOR FARMS AND AGRICULTURAL BUSINESSES
By Bob Katzen
The Senate approved and sent to the House legislation designating October 15 as Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day to promote awareness about the disease, stimulate related research efforts and recommending that the day be observed in an appropriate manner by the people.
Continue reading LOBULAR BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY (S 2666)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate approved, on a voice vote without a roll call, a bill mandating free insurance coverage of cancer screenings for firefighters. The firefighters would not be subject to co-payment, deductible, coinsurance or any out-of-pocket expenses. The House approved a different version of the measure in July and the Senate version now goes to the House for consideration.
Continue reading FIREFIGHTERS AND CANCER SCREENINGS (S 3284)
Reminders for voter registration, vote-by-mail, and absentee ballot application deadlines
SOMERVILLE—Make your voice heard, on your schedule. Early voting for the Massachusetts State Election begins this weekend from Saturday, October 17, to Friday, October 30, at City Hall (93 Highland Ave.).
Continue reading Vote Early in the State Election at City Hall Oct. 17-30
Carol L. Van Stry – Of Holbrook, formerly of Saugus and Medford, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026. She was 18 years young.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Carol L. Van Stry
Lorraine DeAmato, 74, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2026, following a brief but courageous battle with lung cancer.
Born on December 28, 1951, in Boston, MA, Lorraine was the beloved daughter of the late Ralph DeAmato and Elena (Perracchi) DeAmato.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Lorraine DeAmato
John H. Curley, Jr., of Everett and formerly of Somerville, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, at the age of 78. Born in Somerville, the oldest of six children, son of the late Margaret (DiBase) and John H. Curley, Sr.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering John H. Curley, Jr
Patricia Bavin of Somerville passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026. She was the cherished daughter of the late William and Lucille (Conley) Bavin. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Patricia Bavin
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Sources confirm that on Saturday October 17 2026 a multiple vehicle accident in New Bedford, was the result of Shaun Oliver, candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts, losing control of his vehicle after attending a political gathering. His vehicle had overturned and struck several unoccupied vehicles parked along the crowded street. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: SHAWN OLIVER ARRESTED, CANDIDATE FOR MASS. LT. GOV, ARRESTED ON OUI, SPEEDING CHARGES
Somerville Fire Department At 9:35 p.m. on Thursday, October 15, the Somerville Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at the Massachusetts Bay Veterans Center located at 2 North Street. Continue reading Somerville Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at the Massachusetts Bay Veterans Center
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October 13th 2026 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online October 13th 2026 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Your thoughts?
1)Are you for of against this execution by firing squad?
2) Are you for or against it being livestreamed?
Pentagon Confirms Livestream of Firing Squad Execution Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: The Execution of Nidal Hasan
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Honk Is Inconsiderate
A whole weekend of loud brass and shitty megaphones is incredibly irritating for anyone who lives nearby. It’s a ridiculous idea to have a super loud 3 day long musical event in a largely residential area. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Honk Is Inconsiderate
On Monday, October 12 at 9:58 p.m., the Somerville Fire Department responded to a report of smoke coming from the one-story commercial building located at 129-131 Broadway.
Continue reading 5 Alarm Fire On Broadway Somerville
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville is offering free COVID-19 and flu vaccine clinics at locations across the city this fall to help community members protect their health. Appointments are strongly encouraged, and walk-up availability is limited. Information on upcoming clinics scheduled for October and November can be found below.
Continue reading Free COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine Clinics in Somerville this Fall
Street will be transformed into walk- and bike-friendly “neighborway” as part of Elm-Beacon Connector safety project
SOMERVILLE – Beginning Thursday, October 15, Mossland St. will be closed to motor vehicles at its intersection with Elm Street. Going forward, motor vehicles accessing Mossland St. will need to enter and exit via Somerville Ave.
Continue reading New Traffic Pattern – Mossland Street at Elm Street Becoming a Dead-End, Thursday, October 15
Betty J Levin
“The First Lady of Real Estate”
Betty J. Levin—a larger-than-life personality, devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, legendary real estate professional, traveler, dancer, wine lover, and lifelong learner—passed away on October 12, 2026, entirely on her own terms and in a way that was quintessentially Betty. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Betty J Levin
By Bob Katzen
“To be successful in their mission, a cultural organization needs an effective space to do their work. Through these investments, we are helping organizations address real facility needs, welcome more people through their doors and ensure that communities across Massachusetts continue to have places to gather, create, learn and connect.”
— David Slatery, Executive Director of the Mass Cultural Council, announcing that four nonprofit cultural facilities will receive a combined total of $706,000 to help them remain in a state of good repair.
Continue reading THIS WEEK’S QUOTABLE QUOTES ON BEACON HILL
By Bob Katzen
Another bill tied up in committee would allow cities and towns to hike from the current $1,500 to $2,000, the property tax break for veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans in exchange for their providing volunteer services to their municipality. In February, the House, on a voice vote without a roll call, gave initial approval to this bill that has already been approved by the Senate.
Continue reading INCREASE TAX RELIEF TO VETERANS (S 1948)
By Bob Katzen
The House in February gave initial approval to, without a roll call vote, a proposal that would allow the city council, town meeting or other equivalent city or town legislative body to change the interest rate on unpaid real estate property or personal property tax bills from the current 14 percent to “up to 14 percent.” The measure also allows the local tax collector or treasurer to waive interest fees on late payments and to set up a payment plan with the person who owes the unpaid balances.
Continue reading INTEREST RATE ON UNPAID PROPERTY TAXES (H 3238)
By Bob Katzen
A new poll shows 84 percent of Massachusetts voters support eliminating the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse, and that 67 percent say this should be a high priority for legislators. The poll was conducted for and released by the Bay State-based organization Enough Abuse, the nation’s oldest citizen-based child advocacy organization.
Continue reading ELIMINATE THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE
By Bob Katzen
The CCC kicked off a multimedia initiative to mark ten years of adult-use cannabis in Massachusetts. The commission offers insights into how the industry has become an economic force with hundreds of businesses that employ tens of thousands and has generated nearly $2 billion in state and local tax revenue. The initiative will include a dedicated webpage featuring economic data and a video capturing the highlights of the industry over the last decade. The public will also be able to view initiative materials via the agency’s Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and X pages.
Continue reading CANNABIS CONTROL COMMISSION (CCC) CELEBRATES TEN YEARS OF ADULT USE OF CANNABIS
By Bob Katzen
The Healey Administration announced grants of $403,500 to six Massachusetts agricultural organizations to promote specialty crops to help local farms and producers bring more fresh fruits, dried fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, horticulture and nursery crops, including floriculture, to market. The measure is designed to help these local farms reach new customers and grow their businesses across the state.
Continue reading $403,500 TO PROMOTE SPECIALTY CROPS
A bill sponsored by Sen. Jo Comerford (D-Northampton) would designate the second Monday in October, now known as Columbus Day, as Indigenous Peoples Day and recommend appropriate exercises in schools to acknowledge the history of genocide and discrimination against Indigenous people. Rep. Christine Barber (D-Somerville) filed the same bill in the House. Both bills are tired up in committee and have yet to reach the House or Senate floor for debate and a vote. The measure met the same fate in the 2021-2022 and 2023-2024 Legislature.
Continue reading RENAME COLUMBUS DAY (S 2113/H 3292)
Last week I had the nice presence at a meeting with Candidate Deaton. You know he is running (R) against Senator Markey. We met in Malden after he spoke and took questions. I alert ALL VOTERS to go and hear candidates. At least, read about their history, acts, goals. With some
Serious issues at stake like the growing of BIG GOVT (FREE ITEMS. UGH) info is important.
REAL INFO. Continue reading “Meeting Candidate Deaton”
Somerville/Medford Remembering Antonino Grieco
Antonino Grieco – Of Somerville, and affectionately known as Tony to many, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026. He was 80 years old.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Antonino Grieco
Patricia A. (Gavin) Sullivan devoted wife of the late Daniel F. Sullivan Jr., passed away surrounded by the love of her family on October 4, 2026.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Patricia A. (Gavin) Sullivan
For those who follow along, the special elections for the soon to be vacant City Councilor seats in Wards 2 and 3, the elections folk have set the dates. Nomination papers will be available for candidates on November 16 at City Hall/ Elections Office.
October 9, 2026 – (SOMERVILLE, MA) – During the week of October 26, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) will conduct a Tiered Focused Monitoring Review of Somerville Public Schools. DESE reviews each district’s and charter school’s ELE program every six years to monitor compliance with federal and state English learner education laws and regulations.
Continue reading Somerville Public Schools to Participate in DESE English Learner Program Review
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By Bob Katzen
“We have repeatedly tried to get Mass General Brigham to negotiate and avoid a second strike, but the billionaires who run MGB have shut the door on us. There is still time to reach an agreement that protects patient care and respects nurses. MGB needs to come back to the table and negotiate without preconditions.”
Continue reading THIS WEEK’S QUOTABLE QUOTES ON BEACON HILL
By Bob Katzen
Legislation that would require any State Department of Transportation (DOT) highway employees who find deceased dogs or cats on roads with identification, to either attempt to directly contact the owner or to notify local animal control officers or the police department, was given initial approval by the House in February. Continue reading DECEASED ANIMALS ON STATE HIGHWAYS (H 3678)
By Bob Katzen
House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) was non-committal but pessimistic about whether the House will approve one of the pending proposals to suspend the state’s 24-cent-per-gallon gas tax.
Continue reading SUSPEND THE GAS TAX
By Bob Katzen
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell released a report detailing the findings of her office’s investigation into child sexual abuse in the Catholic Dioceses of Fall River, Springfield and Worcester. Continue reading CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE IN FALL RIVER, SPRINGFIELD AND WORCESTER CATHOLIC DICOCESES
State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s Bureau of Special Investigations revealed that it has flagged $10.6 million in public benefit fraud in the second half of fiscal year 2026.
Continue reading STATE AUDITOR DIZOGLIO UNCOVERS $10.6 MILLION IN PUBLIC BENEFITS FRAUD
QUESTION 3: ELIMINATE POLITICAL PARTY PRIMARIES FOR STATE ELECTIONS AND INSTEAD ESTABLISH A SINGLE, ALL-PARTY PRIMARY. SEVERAL STATES ALREADY HAVE THIS ALL-PARTY PRIMARY SYSTEM WHICH HAS EARNED THE NICKNAME “JUNGLE PRIMARY.”
Continue reading BALLOT QUESTION 3 – Here is a look at Question 3:
MAHONEY, JAMES FRANCIS – 80, of Somerville passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026 following a brief illness. Jimmy was born, and raised, in Somerville and was the son of the late John and Dorothy (Kelleher)Mahoney.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering MAHONEY, JAMES FRANCIS
Stephen T. Wright – A life long resident of Somerville, passed away at his home on Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was 66 years old.
Born in Everett and raised and educated in Somerville, he was the beloved son of the late Rose J. (Foley) and John F. Wright.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Stephen T. Wright
Community members encouraged to donate to support 43 residents displaced by September 30 fire
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville and Somerville Homeless Coalition have activated the Emergency Displacement Fund to support residents displaced by the September 30 five-alarm fire in Teele Square.
Continue reading Emergency Fund Activated for Residents Displaced by Teele Square Fire
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville is inviting all community members to honor Italian American Heritage Month with an Italian flag raising on Thursday, October 15 at 5 p.m. on the City Hall concourse (93 Highland Ave.).
Continue reading Honor Italian American Heritage Month at City Hall Flag Raising
Eleanor M. Mitrano (Fustolo) of Arlington passed away peacefully on October 2, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Vincent Mitrano and a devoted mother to Frank Mitrano of Arlington, the late Vincent Mitrano, and Roseann Mitrano. Eleanor was the cherished daughter of the late Cosmo and Rose (Camelio) Fustolo and a dear sister to Gilda Ferreira of Sudbury, the late Costanzo Fustolo, and Jean Clark. She was a loving grandmother to Olivia, Henry, Vincent Michael, Marissa, and Anthony, and is also survived by two great-grandchildren.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Eleanor M. Mitrano (Fustolo)
William J. Dill, known affectionately to all as Bill, passed away on September 29, 2026, in Sun City West, Arizona. He was 70 years old.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering William J. Dill
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville is seeking one new member to join the Somerville Municipal Scholarship Committee as a volunteer member. This vacancy is for a person with a passion and energy to assist high school students (public and private) with pursuing higher education.
Continue reading Join the Somerville Municipal Scholarship Committee
By Joe Viglione
The elegant guitar strums of “Fare Thee Well” (commonly known as “Dink’s Song” with many, many interpretations) from the new Bruce Cockburn album, The Blood of Others create an environment for Cockburn’s voice on this song about leaving. Unlike Glenn Campbell’s getaway in 1967’s “By the Time I Get to Phoenix,” the protagonist here is saying goodbye to the one he loves.
Continue reading Bruce Cockburn “Fare Thee Well” from The Blood of Others album, at Chevalier Theater in Medford on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 8 PM
Yesterday we welcomed the newest graduates from the Police Academy to the force.
Congratulations to Officers Owen Hilliard, Caesar Al-Hedri, Aidan Cawley and Frank Cassarino Jr., for successfully completing the academy and becoming a member of the Medford Police Department. I know you will serve our City with integrity, compassion and dedication.
Continue reading Medford Gets New Graduates From Police Academy
Community-informed safety upgrades will begin Fall 2026 on well-loved and heavily used path.
SOMERVILLE – Somerville’s Community Path is getting some community-focused safety upgrades. This fall, the City plans to address the top safety concerns shared by over 1,000 path users including speeding, motorized vehicles on the path, failure to yield at street crossings, and visibility issues.
Continue reading Somerville Shares Community Path Safety Improvements
By William Tauro
The Bluebike parking docks from Winter Hill to East Somerville do not work like a hot-dog cart or a sidewalk café. Bluebikes is not a private company leasing city land. Somerville says the system is publicly owned by the municipalities, with Lyft running day-to-day operations and Blue Cross Blue Shield as title sponsor. Riders pay the fares. The stations sit on public property, or on private property only where the city has an agreement.
Continue reading Are Somerville’s Bluebikes paying rent for the curb space they take, or is the city the one writing the checks?
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Please join us in welcoming our newest officers who graduated from the Northeastern Community College Police Academy in Haverhill today.
• Frank Cassarino
• Caesar Al-Hedri
• Aiden Cawley
• Owen Hilliard
Continue reading Medford: Congratulations to Our New Officers!
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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:
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