On Wednesday, July 13, 2022, the Somerville Police and Cambridge Police Department, working collaboratively, served two search warrants at the homes of Ibrahim Barry, 18, Cambridge, and Craig Smith, 20, Cambridge, in furtherance of an investigation of a Somerville shooting incident that occurred on February 20, 2022 at 500 Mystic Avenue in Somerville. Continue reading Firearm Recovered From Somerville Shooting Incident
The Somerville-based organization was chosen from a total of 580 applicants during a competitive review process. It will receive $100,000 over three years.
The Welcome Project builds the collective power of immigrants to participate in and shape community decisions through programming that strengthens the capacity of immigrant youth, adults, and families to advocate for themselves and influence schools, government, and other institutions. Continue reading The Welcome Project (TWP) is one of 140 local nonprofits to receive grants of $100,000 to $500,000 each through Cummings Foundation’s $25 Million Grant Program
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EVENTS
Bingo – Tuesday, July 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th at Ralph & Jenny Center starting at 10:00 a.m. and Thursday, July 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th at Holland Street starting at 10:00 a.m. Keep your eyes open for occasional Wednesday Bingos. Lunch available following Bingo. RSVP to Debby Higgins by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2321 or email Debby at DHiggins@Somervillema.gov Continue reading Somerville COA Press & Organizational Outreach
LAZAROS’ OBITUARY:
Lazaros Lazarou of Somerville, formerly of Kato Fteria, Greece passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on July 9, 2022. He was 83. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Lazaros Lazarou
By Bob Katzen
Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozen s of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session.
Continue reading HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION?
By Bob Katzen
“These toxic chemicals don’t belong anywhere, let alone in food packaging. Kudos to Rhode Island for taking this important step to protect the public from PFAS. I hope Massachusetts will soon become the next state to act.”
— Ben Hellerstein, state director for Environment Massachusetts, on Rhode Island’s passage of a new law banning PFAS (per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances) in food packaging. Supporters say that PFAs are dangerous chemicals which have been linked to a wide variety of health problems including immunosuppression, low birthweight, liver disease and testicular and kidney cancer. Continue reading THIS WEEK’S QUOTABLE QUOTES ON BEACON HILL
By Bob Katzen
The Registry of Motor Vehicle announced that applications for the 2022 Low Number License Plate Lottery are now being accepted and must be submitted online by 5 p.m., Friday, September 2. This year’s goodies are 199 low license plates including F7, 36, 78K, X44, 1S, and 6666. Applications are available online at http://www.mass.gov/RMV Continue reading LOTTERY FOR LOW LICENSE PLATES
By Bob Katzen
The House approved a bill that extends the authority for remote participation for all public bodies and the authority for representative town meetings to meet by remote means through March 31, 2023.
Continue reading SOME COVID-19 POLICIES EXTENDED (H 4978 AND S 2559)
By Bob Katzen
The House and Senate leadership unveiled legislation that would use some of the state’s estimated $3.6 billion surplus to give one-time tax rebates to an estimated 2 million eligible people. The package is estimated to cost $500 million. Continue reading $250 OR $500 TAX REBATE TO SOME TAXPAYERS
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 40-0, approved and sent to the House a bill designed to expand access to high-quality, affordable early education and care.
Continue reading EARLY EDUCATION AND CHILD CARE
By Bob Katzen
Senate 39-0, approved $56 million in funding for the families of the victims of the COVID-19 outbreak at the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home. The Senate has already approved the measure and only final approval is needed in each branch before the measure goes to the governor for his signature. Continue reading $56 MILLION FOR FAMILIES OF VICTIMS OF HOLYOKE SOLDIERS’ HOME
By Bob Katzen
The House 154-0, approved legislation that would support military families who relocate to the Bay State by providing career stability for the spouses of service members and education for their children. The Senate has already approved a different version of the bill and the House version now goes back to the Senate for consideration. Continue reading BENEFITS FOR MILITARY FAMILIES
The Somerville Council on Aging is hosting a meeting with the MBTA about accessibility and amenity upgrades at Davis station. The MBTA plans to install a new elevator at the Holland St. entrance and replace the elevator at the College Ave. entrance, among other updates. The project team will give a presentation, then attendees can ask questions and share feedback. Continue reading Davis Station Accessibility Improvements – July 18
Round up your friends and family one Thursday evening this summer for a free outdoor movie in a Somerville park. The City’s annual SomerMovieFest film series returns July 14 with an alfresco screening of Ghostbusters: Afterlife in Lincoln Park (290 Washington St.). Continue reading Somerville’s Outdoor Movie Series Starts July 14
Mayor Ballantyne is putting together an American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Advisory Committee. The Committee will review the results of the ARPA community engagement process and work with the Mayor to create broad guidelines for how Somerville will use its once-in-a-generation ARPA funding. ARPA funds are intended to support an equitable and prosperous recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading Apply for the ARPA Advisory Committee by July 29
Illustrated fruits and veggies on the Mobile Farmers Market logo
The Somerville Mobile Farmers Market is now open for the season, selling fresh, local produce through October 15. This week, pick up a colorful array of veggies including yellow squash, green beans, kale, onions, carrots, and much more.
Continue reading Get Your Fresh Fruits & Veggies at the Somerville Mobile Farmers Market
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Please post to letter addressed to Councilwoman Strezo for her ignoring of Cobble Hill Resident’s reaching out to her for help.
Dear Councilwoman Strezo:
I am resending my email with the entire string of email exchanges I have had with the City concerning our advocacy for Cobble Hill. It should come as no surprise to anyone on this distribution that there remain important questions that continue to be ignored. They will continue to be asked at every resident meeting with public officials.
Respectfully,
Evelyn Ortiz
Subject: 90 Washington Street/coffee hour
Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Councilwoman Strezo Called Out for Ignoring Cobble Hill Residents Re: 90 Washington St. City Plan
Open Positions: One
Term: Three years
The City of Somerville seeks one new member for the Municipal Scholarship Committee, and all Somerville residents are invited to apply. Applicants must be Somerville residents. Boards and commissions offer an opportunity for residents with a range of experience, skills, expertise, and perspectives to share their talents and insights with their community. Continue reading Somerville Municipal Scholarship Committee Seeks One Member
Per State Regulations, City is Installing New Signage and Issuing Reverse 911 Notification to Warn Public of Hazardous Water Quality After Significant Rainstorm
(MEDFORD)—In accordance with new Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection regulations on combined sewer and sanitary sewer overflow notifications, the City of Medford will be installing permanent signage at all public access points to the Mystic River informing the public of potentially hazardous water conditions following significant rainfall. Continue reading State DEP Issues New Guidance on Alerting Public of Hazardous Water Quality Following Rainstorm
ArtBeat, the Somerville Arts Council’s annual multicultural arts showcase, returns to Davis Square on Saturday, July 16 (rain date: July 17). Now in its 36th year, ArtBeat features an eclectic mix of music, dance, theater, food, performance, and activities. Come enjoy nearly 100 vendors and community groups, two stages of music, and a dance showcase at the Somerville Theater, all inspired by this year’s theme: Rise.
Continue reading ArtBeat Returns to Davis Square July 16
Congratulations to Bicycle Shop-E on your “Grand Opening” in Somerville!
20 Broadway East Somerville (Next to Mount Vernon Restaurant)
Continue reading Bicycle Shop-E Grand Opening (617)251-6134
Happy 97th Birthday to Lifelong Somerville Resident Rita Endicott. Her birthday is July 8th and we wish her many, many more!
ROBERT’S OBITUARY
Robert L. Pedro – A lifelong Somerville resident, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 5, 2022. He was 78. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Robert L. Pedro
SIMI VALLEY, CA — Today, the Postal Service issued a commemorative Forever stamp celebrating the life of former First Lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in Simi Valley, CA. Continue reading USPS Releases Nancy Reagan Stamp Dedication Took Place on Her 101st Birthday
SOMERVILLE – Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville Housing Division are pleased to announce 11 income-restricted condominiums for sale to eligible, first-time homebuyer households through the City’s Inclusionary Housing Program. Six units are available to households making at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI), and five are available to households making between 81% and 110% AMI. Continue reading 11 Affordable Homeownership Opportunities: 60 Cross Street East & 109 Prospect Street
Open Positions: 15
Term: August 17 through September 14, 2022
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is building an ARPA Advisory Committee, and all Somerville residents are invited to apply. The ARPA Advisory Committee will be a diverse group of 15 constituents who will work with Mayor Ballantyne to co-create broad funding guidelines for Somerville’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) program. These guidelines will be used by: ARPA staff, to solicit and judge applications; the public, to have a transparent view of how this once-in-a-generation funding source will be spent in their community; and project applicants, to understand the City’s priorities for project funding. Continue reading Apply to Serve on Somerville’s ARPA Advisory Committee
Commercial fire at Angelicas Laundry fFacility 30 Innerbelt Rd., Somerville.
This story is still developing…
Continue reading Industrial Fire: Angelicas Laundry Facility 30 Innerbelt Road Somerville
On June 14th at around 11PM the Somerville Police were on Washington St doing a follow up on an incident. As the officers were doing this, a pickup truck pulled over and a man got out to talk to the officers. His wife was in labor and was about to give birth. Quickly switching roles from law enforcement to medical aid, Lt. Vivolo, Officer Reece, and Officer Dylan Lambert assisted this expecting mom. Lt. Vivolo tried to get her comfortable and assessed her current status, while Ofc. Reece called for an ambulance, reassured her, and got information from the husband. They were on their way to Mt. Auburn Hospital, but realized they weren’t going to make it. Continue reading SPD & SFD Deliver Baby Roadside
On Tuesday, June 28, 2022, I, Officer Jorge Morel, was working patrol during my assigned 8 AM to 4 PM shift in full uniform. In the West District cruiser #186. At approximately 12:07 PM, I was dispatched to 399 Highland AV Rockland Trust bank for a report of a party trying to cash a stolen check. Officer Ryan Sullivan Responded as a backup. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Utter False Check, Check Forgery, Receive Stolen Property)
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3 Alarm fire 1241 Broadway Somerville
Photo by @Sean Horgan
The Somerville Police & Fire Departments have responded to 18 overdose incidents since May 1, 2022, four of these have been fatal. Fentanyl continues to be a primary substance increasing overdose, please see below for the Fentanyl Fact Sheet. Other factors increasing fatalities are the use of other substances such as Xylazine, which is not an opioid thus Narcan may not be enough. Overdoses have not been limited to opioids; another shift contributing to this is cross contamination, it is not uncommon for suppliers to distribute multiple drugs, and thus we have also seen individuals using stimulants as well as other substances also at risk of overdose. Continue reading Somerville Police Department Public Service Announcement
By Bob Katzen
Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session.
Continue reading HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION ON BEACON HILL?
By Bob Katzen
The Senate approved and sent to the House a bill that would allow pharmacists to prescribe, dispense and administer a short-term supply (60-days once in a two-year period) of HIV prevention drugs, known as pre-exposure prophylaxis(PrEP), to a patient without a prescription. The bill requires pharmacists to provide counseling regarding the use of PrEP and to connect patients without a primary care provider with a health care provider for ongoing care and to obtain a prescription for PrEP. Continue reading HIV PREVENTION DRUGS
By Bob Katzen
The Senate approved and sent to the House a bill that would have the Bay State join 27 other states and allow certain qualified health care professionals to perform the standardized 5 needle-point ear acupuncture detoxification protocol (5NP) – an extremely cost-effective treatment that has been shown to help those suffering from addiction and trauma. Research shows the treatment helps with addiction withdrawals, reduces drug cravings, decreases stress, anxiety, depression and other symptoms.
Continue reading ACUPUNCTURE DETOX SPECIALISTS (S 2957)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 32-8, approved and sent to the House a bill that would expand the number of offenses for which juvenile courts may divert accused juveniles from prison to community service. The measure gives juvenile judges the opportunity to decide, based on the facts of the case, if a child would be better served through a diversion program and receiving appropriate services in a community setting. Continue reading JUVENILE DIVERSION (S 2942)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 31-9, approved and sent to the House a bill that would make changes to the current civil asset forfeiture law that allows law enforcement and prosecutors to seize property which is alleged to have been involved in a crime. Under current law, the burden of proof is on the owner of the items who believes that their possessions were improperly forfeited. That person is required to demonstrate that these items were not involved in a crime. Continue reading CHANGE CIVIL ASSET FORFEITURE LAW (S 2944)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the House a measure that would repeal several archaic laws, still on the books in Massachusetts, which many people no longer see as criminal and/or may be unconstitutional. Continue reading REPEAL ARCHAIC LAWS
By Bob Katzen
The House 153-0, approved $56 million in funding for the families of the victims of the COVID-19 outbreak at the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home.
Continue reading $56 MILLION FOR FAMILIES OF VICTIMS OF HOLYOKE SOLDIERS’ HOME (H 4932)
By Bob Katzen
The House 153-0, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that limits the use of health care plan mandated prescription drug “step therapy” protocols and provides more exemptions to the mandate. Step therapy requires the patient to try less expensive options before “stepping up” to drugs that cost more. Continue reading LIMIT STEP THERAPY (H 4929)
By Bob Katzen
The House 136-17, approved and sent to the Senate legislation designed to further protect reproductive health care and those who perform abortions in the Bay State. The measure specifically declares that both reproductive health care and gender-affirming care is a “right secured by the constitution or laws” of Massachusetts and would shield providers of reproductive and gender-affirming care and their patients from out-of-state legal action.
Continue reading REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE (H 4930)
James J. “Jake” Wade, 86, of Medford, originally from Somerville, passed away peacefully on June 29th. Born in Boston, Massachusetts on October 19, 1935, he was the son of the late Edward and Margaret (Callahan) Wade. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering James J. “Jake” Wade
The Somerville Public Library is hosting a pair of virtual seminars to showcase two fascinating topics relevant to New England. Both seminars will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. on Zoom.
Continue reading Join the SPL for a Pair of Virtual Seminars Showcasing Books with Local Ties
Somerville’s Arbor Day celebration has been rescheduled for Wednesday, July 6, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Nathan Tufts Park (850 Broadway).
Continue reading Arbor Day Festivities Rescheduled for July 6
Applications are now open for 11 income-restricted condominiums, available to eligible households through the City of Somerville’s Inclusionary Housing Program. Nine units, ranging from studios to three bedrooms, are available at 60 Cross Street East. Two units, both with two bedrooms, are available at 109 Prospect Street.
Continue reading Somerville-11 Affordable Units Available for Eligible First-Time Buyers
ArtBeat, the Somerville Arts Council’s annual multicultural arts showcase, returns to Davis Square on Saturday, July 16. Now in its 36th year (!), ArtBeat features an eclectic mix of music, dance, theater, food, performance, and activities, drawing thousands of visitors.
Continue reading ArtBeat Returns to Davis Square on July 16
Group is tasked with developing strategies and recommendations on changes to the Charter
(MEDFORD)—Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn announced today that she is forming a committee that will comprehensively study the City’s current charter, gather input from the community and ultimately propose recommendations on changes and content to the existing document. Continue reading Medford Mayor Lungo-Koehn to Establish Committee to Study City’s Charter
Department issuing pro-rated residential and business parking permits beginning July 1
(MEDFORD)—The Medford Parking Department has been issuing tickets, accepting payments and granting permits to residents and visitors for over two months and with the process in full swing, the City is providing an update to residents on parking procedures and violations. Continue reading Medford-Reminders and Updates on Parking Procedures and Violations
All said they enjoyed the night. Good chat, food, company. Our Medford Lions scholarship recipient-Isabella Sasso. Continue reading MEDFORD LIONS ROAR MHS
BOSTON – In an audit released today, State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump called on the Massachusetts Sheriffs’ Association (MSA) to improve guidance to sheriff’s offices ensuring that all “Total Operational Spending per Inmate” reports are completed as consistently as possible in a timely manner. In addition, the audit, which examined the period of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020, encourages MSA to establish procedures and policies for the coordination and standardization of services and programs at the sheriff’s offices. Continue reading Audit Advises Massachusetts Sheriffs’ Association Ensure Consistency of Inmate Reports
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Colonel John Arthur Moore on his passing.
John was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here both in Somerville and Medford.
OBITUARY
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Colonel John Arthur Moore
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Donna M. Fay on her passing.
Donna was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in both Somerville and Medford.
DONNA’S OBITUARY
Donna M. Fay, a lifelong Somerville resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 25, 2022, she was 53.
Donna’s biggest accomplishment were her children which she leaves behind; Joseph Hardy and his wife Adrianna of Manchester, NH, Edward Cooper, Jr. and Christopher Cooper of Somerville. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Donna M. Fay
Shared Streets programs allow streets in residential areas to be utilized by abutters only, creating traffic calming and opening streets for more walking, biking, etc.
Streets will be chosen based on nomination from residents.
MEDFORD – The City of Medford’s residential Shared Streets program is returning for summer/fall 2022, by resident request. Continue reading Residential Shared Streets Program Returning for Summer/Fall 2022
Sanctuary Medicinals, Inc. approved to set up marijuana dispensary on Riverside Avenue.
As part of community benefits, Sanctuary Medicinals will provide funding for fire station maintenance and DPW equipment. Continue reading Mayor Lungo-Koehn Signs Second Host Community Agreement with Retail Marijuana Dispensary
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The City is continuing the discussion as we reimagine the landscape of Somerville’s Junction Park. Join us for the second virtual meeting on Wednesday, June 29, at 6 p.m. to hear proposed plans, discuss future park programming, and to give your ideas for the space. Continue reading Imagine Somerville’s Junction Park
BOSTON – Today the Office of State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump (OSA) released an audit of the Department of Higher Education (DHE), which identified that DHE did not ensure all employees responsible for managing and administering Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Funds, completed annual cybersecurity awareness training. Continue reading Audit Advises Massachusetts Department of Higher Education to Ensure All Employees Receive Cybersecurity Awareness Training
Robert (Bob) and Nancy (Noble) Barletta are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary on Thursday, June 30, 2022. Bob and Nancy were Somerville High School sweethearts. Bob played on the football team and Nancy was a cheerleader. Bob went on to be a lieutenant at the Somerville Fire Department and Nancy spent 27 years as an Avon District Sales manager representing Somerville and Medford. Currently Bob and Nancy split time in Medford and Cape Coral, FL. They have 3 grown children and 9 grandchildren who they will be celebrating this terrific milestone with later this week. Continue reading Congratulations to Somerville High School Sweethearts Robert and Nancy (Noble) Barletta Celebrating 60th Wedding Anniversary
HANLEY, Rosemary (Murphy) – Of Somerville suddenly June 22, 2022.
Beloved daughter of the late Catherine Murphy.
Sister of Kathleen Lyons. Also survived by many loving neices, nephews and cousins. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Rosemary M. Hanley
On Sunday, June 26, 2022, I, Officer Sergio Garcia, was working patrol in full uniform during my assigned 12 AM to 8 AM shift. In the West District, cruiser 186. At approximately 06:26 AM, I responded to XXX Highland Ave for a report of a suspicious person. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (B&E for Misdemeanor)
Former Somerville Police Officer Martha Costa today is at the Powder House Rotary standing out in response to the Somerville DPW Commissioner for ordering the cruiser of the deceased police officer off the rotary island! 🇺🇸 ❤️ R.I.P. Randy Isaacs
By Bob Katzen
Sen. Sonia Chang Diaz (D-Boston) dropped out of the race for the Democratic nomination for governor. Her name will still remain on the September Democratic primary ballot as June 10 was the last day a candidates can withdraw their name from the ballot. Her exit leaves Attorney General Maura Healey as the only Democrat actively campaigning for the Democratic nomination. Former Sen. Geoff Diehl and Chris Doughty are vying for the Republican nod.
Here are some quotes from Chang-Diaz upon her exit from the campaign: Continue reading THIS WEEK’S QUOTABLE QUOTES ON BEACON HILL – BAY STATE GUBERNATORIAL ELECTION EDITION
By Bob Katzen
The House approved and sent to the Senate a bill that would expand current law and make more farmers eligible for a favorable valuation of property process that results in a tax break. Under current law, to be eligible for the favorable valuation and the resulting tax break, a farmer must own and be farming a minimum of five contiguous acres of land. The bill would reduce the required number to two and not require the acres to be contiguous. The bill also reduces the required acres to two in cities or towns with a population of more than 50,000. Continue reading EXTEND TAX BREAKS TO MORE FARMERS (H 3059)
By Bob Katzen
The House gave initial approval to legislation that would change a current law that imposes a fine of between $500 and $1,000 on any all-terrain vehicle (ATV) or other recreational vehicle driver who leaves the scene, without giving information to the driver of the other vehicle, of a hit and run accident that does not result in death. Continue reading HIT AND RUN LAWS
By Bob Katzen
Governor Charlie Baker signed into law the bill making permanent the mail-in and early voting options used in Massachusetts in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. This version of the bill did not include the controversial section allowing same-day voter registration. Continue reading BAKER SIGNS ELECTION LAW BILL
By Bob Katzen
There was swift reaction across the state to the Supreme Court’s ruling that the constitution does not confer the right to an abortion and that decisions about regulating abortion are now up to each of the 50 states.
Continue reading REACTION ON BEACON HILL TO THE U.S. SUPREME COURT RULING STRIKING DOWN ROE V WADE
By Bob Katzen
House 155-0, approved and sent to the Senate a nearly $11 billion transportation and infrastructure package that includes $400 million for the MBTA to address safety problems identified by the Federal Transit Administration’s Safety Management Inspection and $250 million for initial steps toward a western Massachusetts rail extension. Continue reading $10.9 BILLION TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE PACKAGE (H 4897)
The City’s Mobility Division is hosting two opportunities virtually next week to discuss the findings from the Citywide Parking and Curb Use Study. Staff will discuss key learnings from data analysis and potential policy and occupancy recommendations to bring citywide parking policies in alignment with City goals, community values, and future needs. Attendees can provide feedback on the proposed recommendations to help inform next steps to policy changes.
Continue reading Citywide Parking Data & Potential Policy Changes
Mayor Ballantyne and the City of Somerville are hosting a pair of listening sessions next week to hear from the community about the future of 90 Washington Street. Participate in person on Tuesday, June 28, at 6 p.m. at the East Somerville Community School (50 Cross Street) or virtually on Wednesday, June 29, at 6 p.m.
Continue reading Pair of Community Listening Sessions to Address Future of 90 Washington Street Site
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Check out this crock of crap from a carpet bagger whack job Somerville City Councilor. He has no idea what he’s talking about. Welcome to Somerville you fool!:
FYI. From city councilor Jake Wilson’s newsletter today if you haven’t seen it
“I’ve had a number of folks ask me about the FBI’s arrest on Friday of local attorney and former Ward 5 alderman Sean O’Donovan on federal charges stemming from allegations of attempted bribery of the Medford police chief. This is an extremely sad development and the charges are gravely concerning. But I also want to stress the importance of due process here — and the presumption of innocence in our legal system.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: New Somerville City Councilor Jake Wilson Has No Clue
Photos by Medford Firefighters Local 1032
A second group of Medford Firefighters is continuing their SCUBA certification requirements, on their own time and paid for with their own money. Both groups will complete the training with an open ocean dive in August. Continue reading Medford Firefighters Local 1032 News Updates
By Arthur Moore
This has been an ongoing issue here in Winter Hill. Despite this whole bike lane project not working from the start and to this day the lane sits empty with the rare exception of a bike once in a great while. The lane is useless here as there is no use for it. It hurts everyone who is handicapped or has mobility issues and even prevents them from going to places they like and want to go and for absolutely no reason other than to hurt them. Continue reading Somerville Ignores Their Own in the Fight to Help Handicapped People
10-21-19 – Licensing Commission Meeting Minutes – REVISED Posted on 11-21-19 at 1030am-converted
Statement from Then City Council President and Ward 7 Councilor Katjana Ballantyne serving as Acting Mayor for the Host Community Agreement Process for Marijuana Retail
Entities
Adult Use Marijuana was approved in Massachusetts in a 2016 ballot question by 53.6% statewide and by 73.6% in Somerville. The duty of The Marijuana Advisory Committee is to help fulfill this mandate. The MAC conducted a careful and thorough review of 15 applications, from the first round, for Community Host Agreements. Three were selected to be recommended to the Licensing Commission (see #’s 2,3 & 4 below). The MAC will soon review the second round of applications. According to the
criteria in Section 2.221 of the City Code of Ordinances, priority applicants were identified and based on a number of factors to insure they will best serve our community. The MAC recommended Category A priority applicants only. Category B applicants are Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in Somerville. At least half the licenses issued must be issued to Priority category A applicants. President Ballantyne respectfully submits these recommendations to the Licensing Commission for review
“This indictment shows our community that your leaders in Medford will not tolerate any suspected attempts of influencing or misleading the public, nor misconduct, and we will bring any such occurrences directly to the authorities. Continue reading Medford Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn’s statement on the indictment and arrest in an attempted bribery scheme to influence the retail marijuana licensing process:
Defendant allegedly attempted to bribe police chief in order to secure local approval for marijuana retail establishment
BOSTON – A Somerville attorney was arrested today on charges that he engaged in a scheme to bribe the Medford Chief of Police. Continue reading Somerville Attorney Indicted for Attempting to Bribe Medford Police Chief
TODAY @ 11am the U.S. Attorney’s Office will hold a press conference announcing the arrest of a Somerville attorney for the alleged attempted bribery of a local police chief in order to secure local approval for a marijuana dispensary.
JUDY’S OBITUARY
Costa- Fantana, Judy B. – Of Plymouth, formerly of Somerville, June 22, 2022. Beloved mother of Meredith Cosseboom and her husband Jim and Andrea Rodigues. Loving grandmother of Jenna, Michael, Timothy, Christopher, Sara, Brendan and Jillian. Devoted daughter of the late Albert V. and Thelema M (Smith) Fontana. Caring and special sister of Phillip Fontana and the late Alfred Constantino and his surviving wife Dottie. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Judy B. Costa-Fontana
On Friday, June 17, 2022, at 10:15 P.M., Somerville Police control received a 9-1-1 call from a person reporting her mother’s vehicle was struck by another vehicle near Memorial Rd in Somerville. The reporting party stated to the call-taker “This car just hit my mom’s car, and this man is drunk. He is drunk”. The reporting party told the call-taker the operator of the striking vehicle had left the scene and was walking into a building. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (OUI Liquor, Leave Scene of Property Damage, Unlicensed Operation)
Joseph (Joe) Michael O’Leary passed away peacefully on Sunday June 19, 2022 at his home in Medford MA, surrounded by family. Joe is survived by his loving wife Dorothy (Dottie) Ann (Impolario) of 57 years, and his children, Paul and his wife Joanne, Kristin, Patricia and Michael. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joseph (Joe) Michael O’Leary
Joery Garcia Charlot, of Carteret, New Jersey and formerly of Cambridge, passed away suddenly on June 13, 2022, he was just 41. Born and raised in Cambridge he was the cherished son of Joseph K. Charlot of Florida and the late Marie B. Selamy. He was the beloved husband of Yanina Hernandez.
Joery was a devoted and cherished son, brother, husband, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend to many. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joery Garcia Charlot
U.S. Veteran
ISAACS, Randy R. – a US Army Veteran, Active Army reserve man, Somerville Police Officer, Somerville Native Passed away unexpectedly on June 19, 2022 at the age of 41 While on the job protecting the city he loved.
Randy is survived by his Mother Sharon Nagarsingh, Father Adrian Calixte, Grand Mother Iris Sanford brother to Nicole Neale, Weldon Tucker, and Kirby Calixte, and uncle to Nariyha Angline, Natalia Villefranche, Ta Lia Tucker, and Jayden Calixte. and Several other friends and family. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Somerville Police Officer Randy R. Isaacs
WOBURN – Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan announced that Middlesex Assistant District Attorney Danica Apotheker of Newton, MA, was presented with the Massachusetts District Attorney Association Spotlight Award at the MDAA’s annual prosecutors conference in Boston last month. Continue reading Middlesex Prosecutor Danica Apotheker Receives Spotlight Award at Annual Prosecutors Conference
MARGARET’S OBITUARY
Margaret L. (Repp) – Of Somerville June 21, 2022. Beloved wife of 47 years to Thomas Moore.
Sister of Henry and Barbara Repp and Willard Repp all of NJ. Dear “Auntie Margie” to Laura Seel, Michele Hansen, Vincent, Sofia and Isabella Drago all of Somerville. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Margaret L. Moore
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville will host a Fourth of July fireworks celebration at Trum Field on Thursday, June 30 (rain date: Friday, July 1). Continue reading Somerville Annual Fireworks Display Planned for June 30 at Trum Field
It is Aniah’s Birthday today. She should be with us, but she is not. She was kidnapped and murdered by a man that should have been in jail. Today is also Aniah’s mom’s birthday Angela Haley-Harris She continues to fight for her daughter’s memory and to make sure that Aniahs Law will be passed. The vote will be in November in #Alabama. – We love you Angela. God bless you. Aniah’s Heart and a Mom’s Fight for Justice.
Continue reading Crime Espresso Shot True Crime Podcast with Ingrid & Carrie: Aniah’s Heart and a Mom’s Fight for Justice
By William Tauro
It is to my understanding that flags throughout the city of Somerville today were flying at half staff for Officer Randy until the Interim Department of Public Works (DPW) Commissioner Jill Lathan ordered them to be put back at full staff.
Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Somerville Flags Ordered To Be Put Back at Full Staff By DPW Commissioner
The Somerville Police are actively investigating a report of gun shots being fired at Derby St and Wheatland St. At 5:16 PM today, police received 911 calls for shots fired. Police discovered numerous shell casings and are investigating. Police say a white sedan was seen fleeing the scene. Continue reading Shooting Derby Street Somerville
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
This is a letter putting the mayor on notice:
Dear Mayor Ballantyne (cc Somerville/Medford News Weekly),
I hope this email finds you well, and I need your help on a big problem in Somerville – AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORRUPTION POTENTIAL.
Unfortunately, I have to put you on notice that the NEW affordable housing contracts in Somerville are RIPE FOR CORRUPTION.
I am now forced to REMOVE 2 luxury affordable housing units that we proposed for the City, because the City changed its affordable housing contract to allow the City to assign affordable units to ANYONE in the future (not just affordable housing recipients). Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: SOMERVILLE AFFORDABLE HOUSING CONTRACTS – RIPE FOR CORRUPTION
Photo: Boston Herald Marie Szaniszlo
PUBLISHED: June 21, 2022 at 11:20 a.m. | UPDATED: June 21, 2022 at 7:59 p.m.
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By William Tauro
I’m just hoping that the people of the city of Boston do a thorough and complete search/investigation on Somerville Superintendent Mary Skipper on her seriousness misjudgment call in Somerville especially of an incident that happened a few years back in Somerville regarding a terror threat with a manifesto. Continue reading In My Opinion Somerville School Superintentdent Mary Skipper Should’ve Been Fired
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of active duty Officer, Randy Isaacs. Officer Isaacs was an integral member of the Somerville Police Department, bringing laughter to everyone he interacted with. He has brought joy to the members of the Department and the community for 15 years. In addition to Officer Isaacs’s service to the City of Somerville, he was also a 24 year veteran of the Army National Guard. He leaves his fellow soldiers as a Master Sergeant of the 26th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade. Officer Isaacs served multiple tours to including deployments in Kosovo and Afghanistan. Officer Isaacs is a true American Hero, who dedicated his life to service. Officer Isaacs was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. His bright personality has left a deep impact on all that knew him.
By William Tauro
What’s wrong with our city officials here in Somerville? Have we as a society in Somerville lost any sense of compassion and honor for others and for the deceased?
This past Sunday, a Somerville Police Officer passed away while on duty in his police cruiser.
He was a veteran Somerville Police Officer, a United States Army National Guard Veteran, a friend, a comrade to fellow police officers, a sincere gentleman and a really nice guy who was truly dedicated to his job protecting the citizens of the City of Somerville. Continue reading Somerville City Officials Display No Compassion Nor Respect for a Deceased Police Officer
Click on link below to read June 21st, 2022 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online June 21st, 2022 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)
Naveo Credit Union awards $7,500 in scholarships to recipients of the Carlos Faria and Victor Da Silva Memorial Scholarship and the first annual John C. Feitor Memorial Scholarship. Continue reading Naveo Credit Union Awards $7,500 in Scholarships
Police are looking to identify the pictured individual in relation to an incident that occurred in Davis Square on June 7th, 2022. Anyone with information should contact Detective Alan Monaco at 617-625-1600 Extension 7226, or text an anonymous tip to the confidential hotline at 617SPD (847411). Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Police are looking to identify the pictured individual
Residential Breaking and Entering
22032236: On 6/8/22 at approximately 8:45 PM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on Newton St for a past breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victims who stated a contractor entered the home and took HVAC equipment.
Assault
22032235: On 6/8/22 at approximately 8:41 PM, a juvenile male entered the station with his parents and stated while walking down Walnut St with his friends, they were approached by a group of juvenile males. The juvenile victims were then punched and kicked by the juvenile suspects.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories
Somerville lost a great man/legend! Oscar Greene, a 104 year old resident of Somerville was an amazing and remarkable man! Just listening to him as he would tell you stories would bring you back in time and you can imagine as if you were there reliving his memories with him. I was fortunate enough to be there to help celebrate his 103rd birthday last year. prayers to his family and friends and especially to his best friend Dennis and all the residents of the VNA on Lowell Street on his passing! 🙏 May he R.I.P.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Oscar Greene
By Bob Katzen
Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. Continue reading HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION?
By Bob Katzen
“The Senate stands in recess subject to the call of the chair. We’ll come back when we feel like it.”
—Sen. William Brownsberger (D-Belmont) adding a little humor to the Senate session.
Continue reading THIS WEEK’S QUOTABLE QUOTES ON BEACON HILL
By Bob Katzen
The House gave initial approval to a measure that would allow members of the Massachusetts Coalition of Police to be paid when attending executive board meetings of their group without having to use accrued time off for their absence.
Continue reading MASSACHUSETTS COALITION OF POLICE
By Bob Katzen
The House approved and sent to the Senate a bill that makes it a criminal offense when a medical or healthcare professional induces a patient to engage in sexual intercourse or touching by falsely representing that the act is necessary for a legitimate medical purpose. Continue reading SEXUAL ASSAULT UNDER FALSE MEDICAL REPRESENTATION
By Bob Katzen
The House and Senate held a ceremonial bill signing for legislation that would allow, starting July 1, 2023, undocumented/illegal immigrants to apply for a Massachusetts standard driver’s license. The governor had vetoed the bill and the House and Senate overrode the veto—making it impossible to hold a signing of the bill by the governor. Continue reading ALLOW DRIVER’S LICENSE FOR UNDOCUMENTED/ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS
By Bob Katzen
The Senate approved, on a voice vote without a roll call vote, a $5 billion bond bill that borrows money for hundreds of construction projects—the majority involving maintenance and modernization projects of buildings related to health care, higher education, information technology, workforce development, the environment and affordable housing. Many of the buildings are decades old. The Senate added millions of dollars during consideration of the package. A key provision imposes a five-year moratorium on any prison or jail construction in Massachusetts. Continue reading BORROW $5 BILLION FOR STATE PROJECTS
By Bob Katzen
The House and Senate set Saturday, August 13 and Sunday, August 14 as this year’s Sales Tax Holiday. This will allow consumers to buy most products that cost under $2,500 on those two days without paying the state’s 6.25 percent sales tax. This annual sales-tax-free weekend was made permanent in 2018 and gives the Legislature the authority to set the dates by June 15 each year.
Continue reading SALES TAX HOLIDAY ON AUGUST 13 AND 14
By Bob Katzen
Massachusetts’ health care system is ailing in the lingering aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis. Hospitals are suffering severe financial losses, putting smaller providers in peril as the larger players look to expand and consolidate. Behavioral health has become an acute priority in a system with limited capacity. Continue reading THE STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS HEALTHCARE
By Bob Katzen
The House 155-0, approved a bill designed to make mental health care more accessible in the Bay State. Provisions include the implementation of the nationwide 988 hotline to access 24/7 suicide prevention and behavioral health crisis services; a public awareness campaign on the state’s red flag laws that limit access to guns for people at risk of hurting themselves or others; creation of online portals that provide access to real-time data on youth and adults seeking mental health and substance use services, including a function that allows health care providers to easily search and find open beds; giving the state additional tools to enforce existing parity laws which are aimed at providing equal benefits for physical and mental health treatment; and requiring insurance coverage of critical behavioral health services. Continue reading COMPREHENSIVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PACKAGE
By Bob Katzen
The House 126-29, Senate on a voice vote without a roll call, approved and sent to Gov. Baker a conference committee version of a bill making permanent the mail-in and early voting options used in Massachusetts in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The House and Senate had approved different versions of the bill and a conference committee hammered out this compromise version which did not include the section allowing same day voter registration that was in the Senate version but not in the House one. Continue reading ELECTION LAW CHANGES
By Bob Katzen
The House 155-0, Senate 38-0, approved and sent to Gov. Charlie Baker, a $350 million package that includes authorizing $200 million in one-time funding for the maintenance and repair of local roads and bridges in cities and towns across the state to be distributed under the Chapter 90 program formula. Continue reading $350 MILLION FOR ROADS AND BRIDGES AND MORE (H 4638)
BOSTON – In an audit of Bridgewater State University (BSU), the Office of State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump (OSA) found that the university properly administered federally provided COVID-19 relief dollars, but did not ensure all employees complete cybersecurity awareness training. The audit, which reviewed the period of March 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021, is one of several audits conducted by the OSA that have reviewed the topics of cybersecurity and compliance with expenditure guidelines for federal pandemic relief funding. Continue reading Audit Advises Bridgewater State University Require Employees to Complete Cybersecurity Training
Amended
Mill Creek Project to be presented to public at upcoming Zoning Board Meeting
Changes include
redesign of building exterior, reduction in density, creating first-floor commercial space and shuttle service to MBTA station
MEDFORD – The City of Medford and its partner agencies providing housing resources and supports have several programs and opportunities available to Medford residents. Continue reading Virtual Public Meeting June 22nd, 6pm to Present Housing Resources and Programs Available for Medford Residents
Shirley R. Fuccillo passed away peacefully on June 14, 2022 at the Courtyard Nursing Care Center in Medford, she was 86. Born and raised in Somerville, she was the daughter of the late Camilla (Dalio) and Richard F. Fuccillo.
A longtime Somerville resident, Shirley was a stitcher working for the United Curtain Company. She enjoyed arts and crafts projects, but above all cherished time spend with her grandchildren. She is lovingly remembered as a “firecracker” who always loved to keep the staff at Courtyard on their toes. Despite her feistiness she was always able to provide an uplifting word or encouragement to those she loved. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Shirley R. Fuccillo
Elaine F. Monahan, of Malden and a former longtime Somerville resident, passed away on June 11, 2022, she was 64. Born and raised in Somerville, she was the cherished daughter of the late Evelyn (Blakely) and James E. Monahan.
Elaine is survived by her devoted and caring sister, Joanne Kelly of Malden and she was a loving aunt to four nephews and one niece. She was the dear sister of the late Marilyn Sousa and Kathleen Roberts. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Elaine F. Monahan
BOSTON – In an audit of the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC), the Office of State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump (OSA) found that MCC did not verify artists’ eligibility prior to issuing grants totaling $1,456,000 from MCC’s COVID-19 pandemic relief funding. The audit also found that MCC’s Internal Control Plan (ICP) was not updated with a COVID-19 component. Additionally, the OSA found that MCC did not ensure all employees completed the required annual cybersecurity awareness training. The audit was conducted March 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021.
Continue reading Audit Finds Massachusetts Cultural Council’s Dedicated $1,456,000 COVID-19 Relief Funds Issued Without Verification
The City of Somerville, the City of Cambridge, and the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) invite you to a virtual public meeting to discuss ways to protect and improve our local water resources, including the Mystic River, the Alewife Brook, and the Charles River. Continue reading Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control Planning Meeting, June 29
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and City of Somerville staff are hosting listening sessions to hear from the community about the future of 90 Washington Street, a 4-acre site near the East Somerville Green Line station envisioned as the future home of a new Public Safety Building and a range of civic, commercial, and residential uses. After a brief overview of the project, residents will have an opportunity to share their thoughts about the Public Safety Building project and other potential uses for the site on the adjacent Washington Street Development Parcels. Continue reading Envisioning 90 Washington Street: In-Person & Virtual Listening Sessions
Frances A. “Peaches” Hall, a 63 year resident of Somerville and formerly of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston. She was 81 years of age. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering FRANCES A. “PEACHES” (McGONAGLE) HALL
Click on link below to read June 14th, 2022 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online June 14th, 2022 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)
Amirault, Angela M. (Catalano)—Of Medford, passed away on June 12, 2022. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Angela M Amirault
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