By William Tauro
From what I am still hearing that the out of town pompous-ass developer that who bought up several parcels of property on Warren Street in East Cambridge on the Somerville line has a gripe to pick with our Feast. Continue reading LETTER FROM THE EDITOR:TO THE DEVELOPER ON WARREN STREET CAMBRIDGE THAT WANTS TO BOYCOTT THE SOMERVILLE/EAST CAMBRIDGE ITALIAN FEAST
Crooked Mayor Joe Curtatone is at his tricks again and now trying to throw this lovely lady Mary Cassesso into the race as a political prop to split my votes. Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Somerville Corruption at its Best Continues
By Somerville Firefighters Local 76
After nearly 35 years of dedicated service to the Somerville Fire Department, LT John “Moose” Byrne wrapped up his final shift yesterday. John had a remarkable career, most notably on Engine 3 in Union Square as a firefighter before being assigned as a Lieutenant on Engine 2 for the majority of his years with the department. Continue reading After nearly 35 years of dedicated service to the Somerville Fire Department, LT John “Moose” Byrne Retires
Click on link below to read May 4th, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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By Bob Katzen
The House 159-0, approved a $7.3 million consolidated amendment that funds energy, environmental affairs and housing programs.
Continue reading CONSOLIDATED AMENDMENT ON ENERGY, ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND HOUSING (H 4000)
By Bob Katzen
The House 158-1, approved a $5.3 million consolidated amendment that funds public safety and judiciary programs. This is the only consolidated amendment which did not receive a unanimous vote. Continue reading CONSOLIDATED AMENDMENT ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUDICIARY (H 4000)
By Bob Katzen
The House 160-0, approved an amendment that would expand the existing Conservation Land Tax Credit by raising the annual cap for this program from $2 million to $5 million over a three-year period, beginning on January 1, 2022. Continue reading EXPAND CONSERVATION LAND TAX CREDIT (H 4000)
By Bob Katzen
Most of the decisions on which representatives’ amendments are included or not included in the budget are made “behind closed doors.” Or in the COVID-19 era, “behind closed Zoom meetings.” Of the 1,157 budget amendments proposed, most of them were bundled into consolidated “mega” amendments. Continue reading A LOOK BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE BUDGET “DEBATE”
Happy Birthday to Alexandra DeMaria, Melissa Gay, Jenny Brown, Armenia Cabral, Stephanie Colleameno, Sal Giarratani, Mikayla Oliveira, Carlito Cesar Rosa, Phil Cota, Brendan Ahern, Monica Bairos, David E Hodgdon, Dakota Thomas, Denise Synan, Jade Sperlinga Mugford, Shelley McCaughey Jareo, Anthony Fraser, Carmen Zammitti, Danny Adams, Bertha-Bea Avila, Warren Yee, Donna Rogers, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week!
On Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 8:39 P.M., Somerville Police control received a call from MGH security requesting Police officers to remove a man from their property located at 399 Revolution Drive. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Robert RICHARDS (Resisting Arrest, Receiving Stolen Property, Poss. Burglarious Instrument) (Brookline Warrant)
On April 27, 2021, at approximately 5:25 PM, I, Officer Daniel Dell’Isola, assigned to cruiser W7, responded to 177 Powder House Blvd for a motor vehicle accident. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Robert CHIASSON (OUI Liquor)
By Arthur Moore
Once again the city steps in to help us in a time of great need for the people of Somerville. People out of work struggling to get by. Many businesses not even making enough to stay alive and closing. The rest hoping they can hang on. Continue reading Somerville Mayor And City Councilors Booting & Towing Citizens During Pandemic Shutdown
Nomination papers are in! If you are a registered voter living in Somerville and would like to sign Billy Tauro’s nomination papers, you can swing by his campaign office at 149A Highland Avenue from 9:00AM-5:00PM to sign. See John Caruso, Office Manager. Continue reading *****ATTENTION REGISTERED SOMERVILLE VOTERS*****
Photo:William Tauro and wife Marisa Tauro at Somerville Election Department Pulling Papers
Greetings,
My name is Billy Tauro, and I want to talk about a few of the issues currently in Somerville.
As a member of many local service clubs for over three decades, I have dedicated my life to helping others in need. I have invested much time and money within the community and continue to do so every day. This gave me a pride that is unmatched in performing good Deeds. Continue reading William “Billy” Tauro Pulls Nomination Papers For Mayor of Somerville
Please join William “Billy” Tauro for an afternoon of entertainment and fun festivities!
Date & Time:May 26th, 2021 from 12:00 Noon-3:00PM for lunch and entertainment.
Where:Medford VFW located at 114 Mystic Ave, Medford, MA 02155
Price:Free of charge, complements of William “Billy” Tauro
Please contact Shelia at m:(617)778-3992 to reserve your seats! Seating is limited!
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Jimmy Roderick’s last day of work at the Somerville DPW after 30 years. Happy Retirement! Wishing you all the very best for many years to come!
Asphalt Services, Inc. is the best choice for commercial & residential paving. We are family owned and operated, having faithfully served businesses & residents in Massachusetts for more than three decades. We recognize that you can take your business anywhere. Beginning with the first contact, we will work to earn your trust and give you a fair price, a project timeline, and supervise the work on your paving project so that it is done right the first time. Continue reading Asphalt Services, Inc. (781)938-6800
10th Annual Brick Jungle Street Hockey Game
With Covid 19 delaying the 10TH Annual Brick Jungle in 2020 the friends and family of the Mystic Projects were able to get back to business on Saturday afternoon. Continue reading 10th Annual Somerville Brick Jungle Street Hockey Game
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of James Cabana on his passing. Continue reading Somerville Remembering James J. Cabana
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Here’s another one! The author listed is a famous socialist, I bet comrade Scott won’t even recognize the name. I hope you enjoy. – Em Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:JT Scott: You can’t be a socialist if you’re a capitalist endorses Will Mbah for Mayor?
The City of Somerville will be joining the State in relaxing outdoor face covering guidelines. Starting Friday, April 30, residents will not have to wear a face covering when outdoors if they can socially distance. Continue reading Outdoor Face Covering Rules Relaxed Starting April 30
The City of Somerville will resume booting and towing vehicles with five or more overdue, unpaid parking tickets starting Monday, May 3. Booting and towing operations were suspended last year at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading Vehicle Booting and Towing Resumes May 3 in Somerville
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To: Chief Breen
Fr: Captain Raymond Pitcher
Re: 2020 Hours and Responses
Da: March 1st, 2021 Continue reading SOMERVILLE AUXILIARY FIRE DEPARTMENT (Something simple about how volunteering is important we need more members)
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