GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, December 14, the 348th day of 2018 with 17 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:05 and sunset is @ 4:11. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1503 – Physician, astrologer and clairvoyant Nostradamus was born at St. Remy, Provence, France. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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Here is some information on multiple options that are in for the city to approve. As you will see in these documents those owning multiple family units are taking the biggest hit. Continue reading Not a Merry Christmas for All (f politically correct) City of Somerville 2019 Classification Hearing
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, December 13, the 347th day of 2018 with 18 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:04 and sunset is @ 4:10. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1577 – Five ships under the command of Sir Francis Drake left Plymouth, England, to embark on Drake’s circumnavigation of the globe. The journey took almost three years. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Dear Billy T and Somerville News Weekly Speakup Line,
Please do an article regarding the abrupt closing of the of the concession stand and the skate shop within the Veterans Ice Rink. This once leased space is now vacant ( no rental income) . Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:Mayor Scheming Veterans Ice Rink Concession Stand
Bernard Gibbons of ABG Commercial Realty brokered the sale of 111-153 South Street in Somerville for $13.5 million. The property was purchased by DLJ Real Estate Capital Partners from JJ Vacaro, Inc.
Homestyle Italian eats come in hearty portions at this relaxing spot with a family-friendly vibe
Available for private parties, corporate events, bereavement Continue reading Amelia’s CUCINA Restaurant Somerville
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, December 12, the 346th day of 2018 with 19 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:03 and sunset is @ 4:10. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1787 – Pennsylvania became the second state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, December 11, the 345th day of 2018 with 20 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 7:03 and sunset is @ 4:10. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1282 – Llywelyn (Llewelyn ap Gruffydd) was killed in Cilmeri, central Wales. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Antoniette Brooks, Nancy Fucile, Vanessa Oppedisano, Gravin Zaiyken Guillen, Neil W. McCabe, Eva Montibello, Patrick Healey, John L. De Simone, Patricia J Gately, Irene Bremis, Debbie Mahoney, Carol Siciliano Bailey, Kathy Barrett- Pitcher, Joseph Nargi, Joe Pereira, Lisa Rodes, Brooke Scannell, Annamarie Tortora, Claudette Moussa, Ray Hegarty, Debbie Rushing, Happy 25 th Birthday to Frankie Santangelo (not to be confused by his father Frank), Happy 12th Birthday to Graham Ross and Happy 76th Birthday to Nana Peggy!
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Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
WGBH’s High School Quiz Show announced their 10th anniversary season bracket today, revealing that Somerville High School will face Brookline High School in the first round. Continue reading Somerville High School to Face Brookline in First Round of WGBH’s High School Quiz Show
There are some upcoming opportunities to get involved in Somerville’s parks and open space planning. Visit somervillema.gov/events to learn more about any of these meetings. Continue reading Upcoming Opportunities to Get Involved in Somerville’s Parks and Open Space Planning
On Saturday, 12/8/2018, I (Officer Devin Schneider) was in full uniform while assigned to marked cruiser West-7 during the 4pm-12am shift. The following report is a summary of the events that I witnessed that day, as they pertain to incident #18072376: Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Hinmer RODRIGUEZ (Negligent MV Op, Op MV w/License Susp for OUI, OUI Liquor 3rd Offense)
On Friday, December 7, 2018, while assigned to marked unit East-3, I, Officer Ashley Catatao, responded to Marshall’s, located at 22 McGrath Highway, for the report of a woman who may have just stolen another woman’s wallet. Marked unit Sector East also responded. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Shea MORTON (Receive Stolen Property, Cambridge Warrants)
On December 7, 2018, I, Officer Tim Van Nostrand, was on duty and assigned to uniform patrol in marked cruiser 781. At approximately 2:03pm, Somerville 9-1-1 received a call from XXXX, the manager of Kay Jewelers located at 360 Artisan Way. XXXX was aware of recent distraction thefts occurring at other Kay Jewelers locations, and believed there were four individuals in the store exhibiting behavior consistent with distraction thefts. I, along with Officer Chris Collette (East 3), Officer Keith O’Donnell (East 4), Officer Mark McLaughlin (east 2) and Detective Mark Pulli (D13) responded to the area. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Hassan BAHIA (Poss Counterfeit CC, Poss False/Stolen RMV Doc, Intimidate Witness)
The following is a summary of the details related to this incident.
On December 3, 2018 at approximately 18:49 hours, while assigned to marked unit West-6, I was dispatched to 1 Davis Square for a report of a person obstructing the sidewalk in front of the CVS business. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Shukry JUMA (Disorderly Conduct)
On 12/4/2018 at approximately 12:30 AM, I, Officer Haley (West 7), was dispatched to the area of Waterhouse St. and Woodstock St. for a call of a suspicious person. Officer Lambert (Sector West) and Officer Beckford (West 6) were also dispatched as backup.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Jason FONTAINE (B&E MV)
On 12/6/2018, I (Officer Devin Schneider) was in full uniform while assigned to marked cruiser East-1 during the 4pm-12am shift. The following report is a summary of the events that I witnessed, as they pertain to incident #18071992:
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Lesley SMITH (A&B PO, Saugus Warrant)
In memory of this week’s “Special Person of the Week: Fallen Firefighter Christopher Roy
STATEMENT FROM WORCESTER FIRE DEPARTMENT
Worcester Fire Chief Michael Lavoie announced this past weekend the Line of Duty Death of Worcester Firefighter Christopher J. Roy. Firefighter Roy, age 36, was assigned to Ladder 4, Group 3 at the Webster Square Fire Station. He had served on the Worcester Fire Department for 2 ½ years. Continue reading Somerville News Weekly’s Special Person of the Week In Memory of Fallen Worcester Firefighter Christopher Roy
You are invited to the Benjamin G Brown School Winter Concert!
Featuring performances by the General Music classes, Band, Strings, Choruses, and Ukulele Club Continue reading Somerville Benjamin Brown Winter Concert
December 10: Deadline to Nominate a Property for the 2019 Preservation Awards
December 11: Brown School Schoolyard Design Community Meeting
December 12: Meeting to Discuss Parking During the Somerville High School Building Project Continue reading Other Events And Dates In Somerville
The Office of Housing Stability is seeking members for the newly formed Housing Stability Advisory Board. Board members will: Continue reading Somerville Office of Housing Stability Advisory Board Seeks Members
Earlier this week Cathy Piantigini was appointed Somerville’s newest Library Director. She’s worked in the Somerville Public Libraries for 25 years in a variety of positions including Junior Assistant at the East Branch, Reference Librarian, Community Services Librarian, Young Adult Librarian, Head of Youth Services, and most recently Deputy Director.
Continue reading New Library Director and West Branch Location
Get Involved with Park Redesigns
It might be a little too chilly to head out to your favorite park right now, but it’s a great time to start planning for park renovations and improvements. Here are four upcoming opportunities to get involved with park planning: Continue reading Somerville News and Information
