By William Tauro

Somerville Firefighters battling a blaze early Thursday morning at three decker located at 132 Central Street in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville House Fire 132 Central Street →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

Can you look into how the heck did they vote every Wednesday starting September that Somerville school children will have a half day every Wednesday so the teachers can plan? That means if I’m right the children will miss at least 10 hrs a month of education. I believe they get out at noon on these days rather than 2:30. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: children will miss at least 10 hrs a month of education →

Jurina M. Quinones (Baldasaro), of Derry, NH, May 23, 2023 at age 56. Continue reading Somerville/Medford/Cambridge Remembering Jurina M. Quinones (Baldasaro) →

VINNIE FAVORITO COMEDY NIGHT and friends Come Eat, Drink and Laugh your ASS off SATURDAY 06.03.2023 at the Mount Vernon Restaurant Somerville Continue reading VINNIE FAVORITO COMEDY NIGHT at the Mount Vernon Restaurant →

Campano, James J. – Of Somerville, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023. He was 82. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Jamoes J. Campano →

MARY’S OBITUARY

Mary E. (Hussey) Hagerty, a life long Somerville resident, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on May 22, 2023. Born and raised in Somerville, Mary was one of ten children of Helen (Mehigan) and Peter Hussey. The beloved wife of 61 years to Robert W. Hagerty, together they raised their family on Laurel Ave. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Mary E. Hagerty →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

On Thursday, May 18, 2023, approximately between 11:30 pm – 1:30 pm, an MBTA Sweeper Machine was busily spinning ’round and ’round in the interior of The Clarendon Hill Towers/MBTA Bus Terminal.

It appears the mission of this sweeper was to create a plume of dust soaring high into the atmosphere and wider than the circumference of the terminal. The bus terminal was transformed into the likes of a Sahara Desert Sandstorm!
Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: MBTA ACHIEVES POTHOLE PATCH-UP SLOB JOB WHILE MBTA SWEEPER MACHINE CREATES A THICK AIR POLLUTION PLUME DUST UP! →

By Jon CHESTO
From Boston Globe

By William Tauro

Now Somerville taxpayers Have to Pay $28 Million More Because of Mayor Katjana Ballantyne’s Careless Decisions  Continue reading City of Somerville Loses $35.3 Million Lawsuit →

By William Tauro

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is now having the City of Somerville utilizing a road paving technique called “Partial Paving!” This technique of paving in past years in other cities and towns has proven not to be the right decision. Paving just the center drive lane strip and not the two parking lanes will create a lip at the edge of the pavement. This edge would pose a safety hazard for pedestrians and bicyclists or motorcycles that can easily trip or lose control of their bicycle or motorcycles over it.
Continue reading “Partial Paving” In Somerville A Bad Decision →

The following report is a brief summary of incident #230327023:

On May 16, 2023, I, Officer Dylan Lambert, was working my assigned shift in marked unit East-1. At approximately 10:30 PM, I was dispatched to the area of Cambridge Street and Carter Street in Boston, MA in regards to an assault that occurred in Somerville, MA. Boston Police Department was on scene.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Assault w/ Dangerous Weapon)Arrest →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

This stone is located at Powder House Boulevard and Route 16 where they are doing construction. What is the city going to do with it? Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Somerville Brothers Killed World War II Memorial Shouldn’t Be Located in Middle of Intersection →

Photos from Medford Police Department Facebook page

We were recently able to honor William “Bill” Mazaka for his service to the City of Medford and Medford Public Schools. Bill worked as a Security Officer at Medford High School for 47.5 years before retiring in April 2022. Continue reading William “Bill” Mazaka Honored for his service to the City of Medford and Medford Public Schools →

By Bob Katzen

“Today’s awards set in motion 27 innovative, mixed-use projects that will build and preserve nearly 1,600 affordable units across every region of our state. These are the types of projects that our Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities will be driving in close collaboration with local, federal and private sector partners to address our housing crisis.”
Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

Would raise the Personal Needs Allowance (PNA) for nursing home residents from the current $72.80 monthly to $100 monthly. It also would give the residents an annual cost of living increase. The PNA pays for expenses not covered by Medicaid for nursing home residents.
Continue reading RAISE ALLOWANCE FOR NURSING HOME RESIDENTS (H 626) →

By Bob Katzen

Would increase state reimbursement to families of veterans to cover the costs of burying the veterans.

“This current threshold has not been changed or updated for years,” said sponsor Rep. Mike Kushmerek (D-Fitchburg). Continue reading BURIAL FOR VETERANS (H 3517) →

By Bob Katzen

This bill would prohibit health plans from requiring prior authorization or step therapy for drugs prescribed to treat a serious mental illness. Step therapy requires the patient to try less expensive options before “stepping up” to drugs that may work better but cost more.
Continue reading MEDICATION FOR MENTAL ILLNESS →

By Bob Katzen

Would eliminate the $456 minimum excise tax for business corporations.

“The corporate minimum excise tax holds small, newly created corporations to the same tax standards as large, Continue reading ELIMINATE THE $456 MINIMUM EXCISE TAX FOR CORPORATIONS (H 2842) →

By Bob Katzen

Would impose a $5,000 fine and/or five-year prison sentence on anyone who directs a laser pointer at an aircraft or operates an unmanned aerial vehicle within the flight path of an aircraft. Continue reading AIRLANES AND LASER POINTERS (H 1287) →

By Bob Katzen

THE HOUSE AND SENATE: This week’s report is on the latest fundraising and expenditure numbers for the state’s 40 senators’ campaign committees from the latest filing period of April 1, 2023 to April 30, 2023. It also includes how much money each senator has on hand as of April 30, 2023. The numbers are from the Massachusetts Office of Campaign and Political Finance. Continue reading THE HOUSE AND SENATE: This week’s report is on the latest fundraising and expenditure numbers →

Lyndell’s Bakery is extremely proud to announce that thanks to the generosity of it’s customers, the $100,000 goal of the Sean Collier Memorial Scholarship Fund was met after this past Marathon weekend in April. Once again, The bakery contributed $1 for every half moon sold during the 3 day weekend and this year’s total pushed the grand total to over $108,000. Continue reading LYNDELL’S BAKERY ANNOUNCES SEAN COLLIER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND GOAL MET THIS YEAR →

BSFIT features health and shape body clothing, as well as fashion classic cheongsam, fashion trend women’s clothing, slim pants, long bag skirt and other products, providing healthy and beautiful clothes for women who pursue a healthy life in the new era.
Continue reading BSFIT Store in Chinatown, Boston held a grand opening on Saturday →

Many residents know all our fine Lions by Donation cans, Raffles and Eyeglass Boxes. I felt 4 years ago our Club needed Education, public causes to be noted. The Club is now
105 years old nationally! Continue reading Medford Lions Roar past Eyeglass Boxes!! →

Photos by Jim Veneziano

By William Tauro

Either somebody’s going to fall flat on their face and get seriously injured on these decaying sidewalks and/or somebody’s going to lose a frontend strut, a tire or their exhaust system on their automobiles on these massive potholes. Somerville, we can do much better than this! Continue reading Accident Waiting to Happen at the Intersection of Berkley & Central Streets in Somerville →

By William Tauro

The Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Parish located on 29 Central Street, in Somerville celebrated a milestone on Friday, May 19th when the presiding priest Fr. Anthony Tandilyan was hoisted by a crane using a metal basket and blessed the new cross and cupola. The beautiful gold cross that acomed the new tower were also hoisted by a crane and set into place above the church tower cupola. Continue reading DORMITION CHURCH BLESSED AND CROSS PLACED ON NEW DOME TOWER →

Four new Somerville firefighters successfully graduated from the Boston Fire Regional Academy on May 11, 2023. Continue reading Four new Firefighters graduate Academy →

SUSAN’S OBITUARY

Keenan, Susan, M.– Of Attleboro, formerly of Salem and Somerville, passed away after a courageous battle with young on-set Alzheimer’s. She was 63 years young. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Susan M. Keenan →

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward 1 City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin, the City of Somerville Public Space and Urban Forestry Division, and the Urban Forestry Committee invite you to celebrate Arbor Day in Somerville. Continue reading Celebrate Somerville Arbor Day, May 20 →

Community Members Ages 12 and Older Can Submit and Vote on Ideas for How to Invest $1 Million in City Improvement Projects

Idea submissions to be accepted from March 20 to May 20, 2023 Continue reading Somerville Launching First-Ever Participatory Budgeting Process →

SOMERVILLE – Applications are now open for approximately $1.5 million in Somerville Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds to support open space/recreation and historic preservation projects. The application process has several steps.
Continue reading Apply Now for Somerville Community Preservation Act Funds →

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Scheduled for Friday, May 26, from 9 to 11a.m. at the Healey School

SOMERVILLE – All are invited to join Somerville Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward 4 City Councilor Jesse Clingan, and Interim School Superintendent Jeff Curley, to celebrate the official opening of the redesigned Healey Schoolyard and Joe Mackey Field. Continue reading All Invited to Healey Schoolyard and Joe Mackey Field Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Friday, May 26 →

MARY’S OBITUARY

Tonucci, Mary J. (Brancato)—Of Medford, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023 at Care Dimensions in Lincoln. She was 98 years young. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering MARY Jane Tonucci →

JOHN’S OBITUARY

Ragucci, John J. – Of Somerville, passed away of a brief illness on Friday, May 19, 2023. He was 78 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering John J. Ragucci →

By William Tauro

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is now having the City of Somerville utilizing a road paving technique called “Partial Paving!” This technique of paving in past years in other cities and towns has proven not to be the right decision. Paving just the center drive lane strip and not the two parking lanes will create a lip at the edge of the pavement. Continue reading “Partial Paving” In Somerville A Bad Decision →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

❤️YES!❤️YES!!
and YES!!! I MUSTadd this Showcase– Make-a-State-ment, Masterpiece of Perfection to my Dream Fleet of Cars!!
It may actually turn into a reality because Brad didn’t jump on fixing the glitches in the #89 bus and #87 bus when he had the perfect window of opportunity last Summer. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: If I have to drive again due to Brad, once again, screwing up my transportation life →

Congratulations to the Senior man on the Job, Lieutenant Elliot Kerner on his retirement from the Somerville Fire Department. Continue reading Somerville Fire Department Lieutenant Elliot Kerner Retires →

The newest thing there’s a new mayor of Somerville is doing her channel is that she is only paving the center traveling lane of every road in Somerville leaving the two left and right parking lanes in despair and it just leaves a hazard by tire and plow blades still on the edging of the plowing and driving on the edges of the surfaces of every road in peril of repair. Think before you do it! Continue reading Letter from the Editor: Somerville Mayor Only Paving Center Drive Lane, Not Parking Lanes →

In the past two weeks alone I have attended five community meetings, listening to resident’s concerns and necessities. Continue reading William “Billy” Tauro For Mayor of Somerville Hitting The Pavement →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

Billy – this city is a shit show. Why is there traffic at 8am on Spring street in Somerville? Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:More Failed Leadership at the Top →

Click on link below to read May 16th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online May 16th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)

Continue reading May 16th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online →

On Sunday, May 14th, 2023, I was working my assigned 8AM to 4PM shift in the East-1 cruiser. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Aggravated A&B, Strangulation, A&B w/ Dangerous Weapon)Arrest →

Community members can learn more about the upcoming Public Safety for All Report through a series of webinars, recordings, and materials starting May 17 Continue reading Somerville Community Invited to Join Public Safety for All Informational Series →

RICHARD’S OBITUARY

Complete Obituary to be posted soon.
Calling Hours will be held in the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) Somerville on Thursday, May 18th from 4:00PM ~ 7:00PM. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Richard J. Ford →

Come meet and have a cup of coffee with William “Billy” Tauro and sign his nomination papers for his campaign run for Mayor of Somerville  

Continue reading Meet and Greet With William “Billy” Tauro →

By Bob Katzen

“It took over a decade but as a result of this litigation and with credit due to the brave officers who filed this case, the commonwealth is now taking steps to create a police promotional exam that will fairly treat Black and Hispanic candidates. This outcome means the officers are going to get some substantial money.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

The Environment and Natural Resources Committee held a hearing on a proposal that would expand a current law which restricts pesticide application where children are present including outdoor property of a school, childcare center or school age childcare program while children are located in, Continue reading EXPAND THE THE BAN ON THE USE OF PESTICIDES WHERE CHILDREN ARE PRESENT (S 444) →

By Bob Katzen
The Revenue Committee held a hearing on a pair of bills filed by Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth) which would offer tax credits to families taking care of sick or elderly relatives at home.
Continue reading TAX CREDITS FOR FAMILIES CARING FOR ILL OR ELDERLY LOVED ONES AT HOME (S 1906 and S 1908) →

By Bob Katzen

Another bill heard by the Financial Services Committee would require insurance companies to provide a written notification to customers when the company charges a fee to process an electronic payment transaction for an automobile insurance policy. Continue reading INSURANCE COMPANIES MUST NOTIFY DRIVER (H 1059) →

By Bob Katzen

The Financial Services Committee held a hearing on a measure that would prohibit failure to get a vehicle inspection from resulting in a surcharge on the car’s owner’s insurance.
Continue reading INSPECTION STICKER (H 1044) →

By Bob Katzen
Another measure heard by the Agriculture Committee would provide a tax credit of $5 per full 5-gallon bucket to individuals or businesses that donate oyster shells to an oyster shell recycling organization. Continue reading TAX CREDIT FOR DONATION OF OYSTER SHELLS (S 466) →

By Bob Katzen

The Agriculture Committee held a hearing on a proposal that would allow home cooks to sell their home-made foods that carry a low risk of foodborne illness—those that do not need to be temperature-controlled—without a local health department or zoning permit. Continue reading MAKE IT EASIER TO SELL FOOD MADE AT HOME (S 553) →

By Bob Katzen

The Judiciary Committee held a hearing on legislation that would prohibit cities and towns that foreclose on properties on which the owner owes back property taxes, from keeping all of the profits when the city or town sells the property at auction. Continue reading HOMEOWNERS WHO FACE FORECLOSURE (S 921) →

In 2023, more than 50 cities and thousands of volunteers nationwide will return in person to walk and raise awareness for eating disorders.
Continue reading National Eating Disorders Association Presents The Boston NEDA Walk →

Following Official End of Public Health Emergency
US Department of Health and Human Services Will End Public Health Emergency on May 11, 2023
Continue reading Free COVID-19 Rapid Tests and KN95 Masks Will Remain Available for Somerville Community →

NINA’S OBITUARY

Wilkin, Nina E. — Of Lowell, passed away on Sunday, April, 30, 2023. She was 38 years old.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Nina E. Wilkin →

PATRICIA’S OBITUARY

Patricia Ann Walker (Cahill), age 85, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2023, at her home. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Patricia A. Walker →

JEAN’S OBITUARY

BURGHOLZER, Jean M. (Christopher) – Of Somerville May 11, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Jean M. Burgholzer →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

Hey Billy, how are you doing? I’m out riding my bike and came across this. What a fu&@#%*+ disgrace… bike path @ Lexington Park.   Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Blame the Poor Management at the Top →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

Remember the pleasurable days when you could drive thru Powderhouse Sq. and even enjoy the scenic ambience of the rotary? Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Somerville Administration Perpetrating a Psychological Warfare Assault on its Citizens →

For those of you who may remember, the late Tom Morehead, Margarita Morehead was his ex-wife. She is the woman who was brutally murdered this past week in Chelsea! 🙏 Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to her and especially to her children. Continue reading Chealsea Murder Victim Margarita Morehead Go Fund Me Memorial Fundraiser →

Addison, Sally J. (Dougenik) of Cambridge and Everett, May 9, 2023, at age 92. Continue reading Somerville/Medford/Cambridge Remembering Addison, Sally J. (Dougenik) →

By William Tauro

Hats off and congratulations to the residents of Somerville for taking their safety into their own hands! Continue reading Somerville Residents Take Public Safety Into Their Own Hands →

By William Tauro

Condolences to Somerville residents for the three year mystery of the missing Somerville War Memorial Monuments solved! They were dismantled and in some instances unthoughtfully dismantled with a sawsall then transported to an old dusty MBTA storage lot on Inner Belt Road in Somerville in October of 2020. Continue reading Displaced Somerville War Memorial Monuments Found Crated Up at MBTA Storage Yard →

Somerville, MA – The Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Parish located on 29 Central Street, in Somerville will celebrate a milestone on Friday, May 19th at 11 am when the presiding priest Fr. Anthony Tandilyan is hoisted on a cherry picker forklift and places a beautitu gold cross to acom the new come tower. Continue reading Dormition Church to Bless and Place Cross on New Dome Tower →

By William Tauro

Noticing this parking lot with only nine vehicles a on Medford Street behind Somerville High School and Somerville City Hall, which has the capacity of holding well over 50 vehicles. Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Not Following The Rules on Highland Ave Shame On Them →

Click on link below to read May 9th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online May 9th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)

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Giuseppe Ricci, age 92, of Medford, passed away peacefully Friday, May 5th, at the Massachusetts General Hospital. He was the son of the late Nicola and Filomena (DiBartolomeo) Ricci.
Giuseppe was born and raised in Filetto, Chieti, Italy. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Giuseppe Ricci →

SOMERVILLE – Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, the City of Somerville, and the Somerville Arts Council invite you to take part in this year’s PorchFest on Saturday, May 13 (rain date: May 14).
Continue reading Somerville PorchFest Returns Saturday, May 13 Listen to music on your neighbors’ porches throughout the city →

Where are all the rest of our many Somerville war memorial monuments? The city removed them a few years ago and nobody has any clue where they are stored to this day and when are they and if they are coming back at all. Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Where Are Our Somerville War Memorial Monuments Hiding? →

On Sunday, May 7th, 2023, I was working my assigned 4PM to 12AM shift in the East-1 cruiser. At approximately 9:10PM, I was dispatched to the intersection of Myrtle Street and Washington Street for a female passed out. The Somerville Fire Department and Cataldo Ambulance were also dispatched. The following is a summary of the incident:
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (A&B on Police Officer, Poss. of Dangerous Weapon, Resisting Arrest) (Lowell Warrants)Arrest →

On Wednesday, May 3, 2023 I, Lieutenant deOliveira, was the Officer in Charge for the dayshift at the Somerville Police Department. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Furnish False ID) (Methuen & Andover Warrants)Arrest →

By Somerville/Medford News staff

William “Billy” Tauro pulled nomination papers at Somerville City Hall this past Wednesday to run for Mayor of Somerville. He promises that he will be that mayor who will be bringing people together and promises he will be that Mayor for everyone! Continue reading William “Billy” Tauro Pulls Nomination Papers to Run for Mayor of Somerville →

By Bob Katzen

There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the percentage of times local representatives voted with their party’s leadership during the first four months of the 2023 session.
Continue reading THE HOUSE AND SENATE →

“Labor issues are still hindering employers, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the number of problems small business owners face in Massachusetts. It is not the time to put the brakes on tax relief for small businesses, as estate tax reform is long overdue in Massachusetts.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

The Public Health Committee held a hearing on a proposal expanding the current law that requires restaurants with more than 25 seats to have on the premises an employee trained in manual procedures to remove food lodged in a customer’s throat. Continue reading CHOKING ON FOOD (H 2130) →

By Bob Katzen

The Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture’s hearing also included legislation that would allow licensed raw milk farmers to deliver raw milk directly to the consumer. Current law allows only the on-farm sale of raw milk. The measure also allows raw milk farmers to sell raw milk from their farm stands even if the stand is not contiguous to their raw milk dairy. Continue reading RAW OR UNPASTEURIZED MILK SALES (S 43) →

By Bob Katzen

The Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture Committee heard testimony on a bill that would allow Massachusetts farmers to grow and sell hemp that is used to make products for commercial sale. Under current law, only industrial hemp (hemp used solely for industrial purposes) can be grown in the Bay State.
Continue reading GROWING HEMP (S 40) →

Lockboxes for Seniors – The Free Lockboxes for Seniors Program is intended to provide Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) access to your residence in the event of an emergency where you are unable to open the door. A key to your residence will be stored in a secure metal storage device, like a realtor’s lockbox, at your residence. Continue reading Somerville COA Updates →

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Comedy Festival is excited to announce its return to the city on May 16-20, 2023. We are back in Boston in a big way this year and celebrating the very best of comedy. Continue reading The Boston Comedy Festival Returns to Boston in 2023! →

You are cordially invited to attend the Medford Lions Club Scholarship Social – 2023 for a MHS Senior who has shown fine academic and character standing at MHS! It is designed for an eye or hearing impaired student or a student with a challenge. Many of you have attended in the past, and we are SO grateful for your interest in this evening and the student. Continue reading May 19 Medford Lions Scholarship Recipient →

ROBIN’S OBITUARY

Robin E. (White) Donovan, of Burlington and formerly of Billerica and Somerville, passed away on May 3, 2023, she was 60. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Robin E. Donovan →

The City of Somerville will hold an information session and public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2024 water and sewer rates on Monday, May 15. The information session will start at 6 p.m. and the public hearing will begin at 6:30 p.m. Anyone who would like to testify is welcome to attend and will be heard. Additional Q&A time will be offered following the hearing if attendees have remaining topics of discussion.
Continue reading Information Session and Public Hearing on FY 2024 Water and Sewer Rates, May 15 →

The City of Somerville’s annual Water System Flushing Program is set to begin Monday, May 8, and continue through late October. This annual program flushes pipes at high velocities to clean water mains and maintain the highest possible water quality. Continue reading Annual Water System Flushing Program Starts May 8, Continues Through October →

Obituary for Robert S. McGowan
McGowan, Robert S. of Somerville. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Robert S. McGowan →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

This is the COLOSSAL MESS a/k/a Clarendon Hill Twrs. MBTA Bus Terminal! What a dump! What an eyesore! Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: MBTA Bus Terminal! What a dump! What an eyesore! →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

Of course, we are all delighted the Memorial Parade has been reinstated for The City. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Memorial Day Parade Reinstated But Should Never Have Been Cancelled →

JEAN’S OBITUARY:

Elysse, Jean F. – Of Somerville April 27, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Marie (Michel) Elysse. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Jean F. Elysse →

Photos courtesy of Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn‘s Facebook page

Congratulations to Lieutenant Danielle Mawn, Lieutenant Timothy Kreatz, and Captain Peter Treacy! I know you will continue to serve our community with integrity, respect and dedication.
Continue reading Three Promotions at the Medford Fire Department →

SUNDAY MAY 7th, 11 AM – NOON
VFW Post 2498
20 Junction St. Needham MA
Every year the VFW State Commander and the State Auxiliary President each spearhead a special project for their year in command. This year, the leaders of both organizations will conduct a joint special project for the Medic Now Foundation, Inc. (MNF) who provides healthcare assistance to veterans and military families through their Healthcare Cost Assistance Program (HCAP). Continue reading VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF MASSACHUSETTS STATE-WIDE PRESS CONFERENCE →

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) is honored to be one of nine non-profit organizations awarded funds to through the state’s new Hospital to Home Partnership Program. This new pilot initiative supports partnerships between hospitals and Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs). By strengthening communication and coordination with community providers, MVES and its partners will promote institutional diversion and increase discharge rates from hospital to home.
Continue reading MVES Chosen to Pilot Hospital-to-Home Program →

Photos courtesy of Somerville Police Department Facebook page

The Mystic Activity Center was able to give away over 30 bicycles to kids in need. SPD officers Patrick Canty, Courtney Reece, and Chris Fusco were there to help out where needed. Continue reading Mystic Activity Center was able to give away over 30 bicycles to kids in need →

Click on the link below to read May 2nd, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online May 2nd, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)

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I’m sure most of you remember the tragedy that occurred last March when state trooper Tamar A Bucci was killed assisting a disabled motorist. I personally know her dad, Anthony J Bucci and he is doing something amazing for his daughter. Anthony started a company called Convicted Inc. specializing in Interior/ Exterior Painting and Masonry Pavers. Continue reading Convicted Inc Painting Pavers & More Free Estimates →

“Massachusetts has a real opportunity to close the digital divide and ensure all people in our state can participate in the digital economy. These grants will help residents build their digital skills and get online affordably, thereby expanding their connections to job and training opportunities, healthcare resources, social connections and so much more.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill →

By Bob Katzen

In 2021, former-Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law “Laura’s Law” that would require all hospitals to meet minimum criteria and standards that ensure safe, timely and accessible patient access to hospital emergency departments. The Department of Public Health has finally established a set of regulations for “Laura’s Law” that hospitals must comply with by Jan. 1, 2024. Continue reading LAURA’S LAW: NEW SIGNAGE, LIGHTING, SECURITY FEATURES NOW ORDERED FOR MASS EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS →

By Bob Katzen

The House 157-0, approved a $5.2 million consolidated amendment that funds Constitutional Officers, State Administration and Transportation. Continue reading CONSOLIDATED AMENDMENT ON CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS, STATE ADMINISTRATION AND TRANSPORTATION (H 3900) →

By Bob Katzen

The House 157-1, approved a $10.5 million consolidated amendment that funds Public Safety and Judiciary. Continue reading CONSOLIDATED AMENDMENT ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUDICIARY (H 3900) →

By Bob Katzen

The House 158-0, approved a $7.3 million consolidated amendment that funds energy, environmental affairs and housing programs.

“We are on the front lines of the climate crisis and if we are to minimize irreversible impacts, we must make unparalleled changes,” said State Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (D-Franklin), House Chair of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy. “The House budget and adopted energy and environmental amendment together commit 1.25 percent of the state’s total budget to implement the policies and strategies stemming from robust climate bills passed over the past few sessions.”
Continue reading CONSOLIDATED AMENDMENT ON ENERGY, ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND HOUSING (H 3900 →

By Bob Katzen

The House 157-0, approved a $31.5 million consolidated amendment that funds labor and economic development programs. Continue reading CONSOLIDATED AMENDMENT ON LABOR AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (H 3900) →

By Bob Katzen

The House 25-132, rejected an amendment that would remove a section in the budget that exempts tax revenue generated from the recently voter-approved Millionaire Tax from counting toward the allowable state tax revenue limitations, under Chapter 62F, which provides that whenever revenue collections in a fiscal year exceed an annual cap tied to wage and salary growth, the excess is returned to taxpayers. Last year, $3 billion in refunds were returned to taxpayers when the law was triggered for just the second time since its passage in 1986. The revenue from the Millionaire Tax is deposited into the new Education and Transportation Stabilization Fund. Continue reading TAX REVENUE FROM MILLIONAIRE’S TAX (H 3900) →

By Bob Katzen

The House 156-0, approved and sent to the Senate a $56.2 billion fiscal 2024 state budget after adding an estimated $120 million in spending during three days of debate. The House version now goes to the Senate which will approve a different version. A House-Senate conference committee will eventually craft a plan that will be presented to the House and Senate for consideration and then sent to the governor.
Continue reading HOUSE APPROVES $56.2 BILLION FISCAL 2024 STATE BUDGET (H 3900) →

Update
The deadline to apply for the Anti-Violence Working Group has been extended to Friday, May 19. Continue reading Update: Somerville Anti-Violence Working Group Application Deadline Extended →

Free Webinars Will Be Held in English on April 27 and in Chinese on May 4 Continue reading Somerville Prevention Services Hosting Webinars For Community To Learn More About Problem Gambling →

Cites his consistent, transparent, and common-sense approach to city government

MEDFORD, MA – City Councilor Richard “Rick” Caraviello announced his candidacy for Mayor of Medford. With over 12 years of experience serving on the Medford City Council, including three terms as President, Caraviello brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to the community.
Continue reading City Councilor Rick Caraviello officially launches campaign for Mayor of Medford →

GEORGE’S OBITUARY:

George Edward Port, Jr, longtime resident of Plum Island died on April 27, 2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering George E. Port Jr. →

Virtual Hearing Will Allow Public to Provide Feedback on Special Committee on Charter Review’s Proposed Changes to Somerville City Charter
Continue reading Somerville Community Invited to Join Public Hearing Before the City Council’s Special Committee on Charter Review →

Somerville residents are invited to apply for three vacancies on the Somerville Commission for Persons with Disabilities. Each vacancy must be filled by someone who identifies as having a disability. Continue reading Somerville Commission for Persons with Disabilities Seeks Additional Members →

The City of Somerville seeks one Somerville resident to serve in a volunteer capacity on the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust (SAHT). This vacancy is for a Somerville tenant whose household is income eligible for federal or state housing programs with an interest in addressing and advocating for the city’s affordable housing needs. Continue reading Somerville Affordable Housing Trust Seeks One New Member →

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Continue reading SOMERVILLE OPEN STUDIOS MAY 6, 8, 7, NOON TO SIX →

TUTTLE, Wendell P., JR.– Affectionately known as Paul, passed away on Saturday April 29, 2023 at Care Dimensions in Lincoln. He was 86.
Born in Boston. He was the son of Wendell P. and Mary (Guitar) Tuttle. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Wendell P. “Paul” Tuttle Jr. →

By Arthur Moore

It just goes on and on as one failure after another leads to another one. Our Powder House Circle was like a national monument to this city. Not it looks like something out of a comic book causing people to drive more to get around this corn maze. It should be considered defacing a national treasure it is so bad. Why is he still employed here? His job is like plagiarism. He copies things that are in place in other cities and pastes them here. Continue reading Brad Rawson’s cContinuing Spree of Failures to this City →

New progress report details milestones to date under 10-year plan, including:
Improved operating practices across the organization driving transformational change.
Service performance improves today with 98% of American public receiving mail and packages within three days. Continue reading USPS Improving Service Reliability, Financial Sustainability in First Two Years of Delivering for America Plan →

Obituary for Linda A. Svendsen

SVENDSEN, Linda A., of Somerville, passed away peacefully on April 18,
2023. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Linda A. Svendsen →

First-of-Its-Kind Partnership includes June DNA Drive Day to Provide Free Family Tree DNA Tests to Help Missing and Unidentified Persons Cases.

Continue reading District Attorney Ryan Retains Internationally Recognized Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) Expert →

Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,

I belong to Ward 7, but decided to attend Ward 5 Meeting as well.
Among the glaring highlights, Brad Rawson hands-down wins the award for having an ego bigger than the universe. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Brad Rawson hands-down wins the award for having an ego bigger than the universe! →

Looking for Miss Mary Knight!

I received this message posted below from one of my readers who is trying to find relatives of a Miss Mary Knights wondering if anyone knows who she is? Anyone who could help me with this, please inbox me so we can return the book to the family. Continue reading Letter from the Editor: Looking for Miss Mary Knight! →

Click on link below to read April 25th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online April 25th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)

Continue reading April 25th, 2023 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online →

“Do as I say not as I do!” it must be nice to be entitled? This is the same person, our new mayor, Katjana Ballantyne that I had a televised debate with during the last election that she said that her “husband was not a developer”, but people were more concerned that I drove a Hummer! Continue reading Letter from the Editor: “Do as I say not as I do!” It Must Be Nice to Be Entitled? →

In 2023, bus service and crosswalk improvements are coming to East Broadway between McGrath and Rush Street to reduce bus delay and improve safety and visibility for all people walking, wheeling, and driving around intersections.
Continue reading Learn More about East Broadway Bus Service & Crosswalk Improvements at Mobility Pop-Up →

Are you familiar with problem gambling? The National Council on Problem Gambling estimates that two million adults in the U.S. meet the criteria for gambling disorder, with another four to six million people in the U.S. struggling with problem gambling. Continue reading Join Somerville Prevention Services to Learn About Preventing, Spotting, and Treating Problem Gambling →

Calling all food explorers – Nibble Kitchen, a Somerville Arts Council initiative that celebrates culinary-cultural exchange, is hosting a series of cooking classes led by Nibble Chefs and program graduates representing their home countries, cultures, and cuisine. Participants prepare a meal and dine together all while learning about delicious foods. Continue reading Attend a Nibble Kitchen Cooking Class in May →

Come to your ward’s City Hall Community Meeting for an overview of the latest City and neighborhood news and to learn more about City programs and initiatives, meet your neighbors, find ways to get involved, talk with elected officials and City staff, and enjoy local pizza. The spring season starts this week with meetings in Ward 3 and Ward 5. Continue reading Meetings Start This Week With Ward 3 (Tuesday 4/25) & Ward 5 (Wed. 4/26) →

SustainaVille: Creating a Resilient and Carbon Neutral Somerville

SustainaVille Week, the City’s annual celebration of sustainability and climate action in Somerville returns April 22-27 with a series of free events, workshops, and interactive activities this week. Continue reading SustainaVille Week Returns! Celebrate & Learn About Climate Action April 22-29 →

JOSEPH’S OBITUARY

Joseph Vilaire Villefranche – Of Somerville April 17, 2023. Beloved husband of Wanique (Thelesmond) Villefranche. Complete notice to follow.

WAKE INFORMATION
Evangelical Haitian Church
400 High Street
Medford, MA 02155

Saturday, April 29, 2023 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

FUNERAL SERVICE Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joseph Vilaire Villefranche →

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. Continue reading HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? →

By Bob Katzen

“Companies who employ young workers must comply with our child labor laws and provide a safe and fair environment for them. My office remains committed to protecting the health and well-being of the state’s youngest workers, ensuring their rights are protected, and that companies are complying with the rules we have in place.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES on Beacon Hill →