Click on link below to read October 26th, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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MEDFORD – United States Senator Ed Markey (D-Malden) has endorsed Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn campaign’s for re-election as Mayor of Medford, the Lungo-Koehn campaign announced today. Continue reading U.S. SENATOR ED MARKEY ENDORSES MEDFORD MAYOR BREANNA LUNGO-KOEHN FOR RE-ELECTION →

William H. Fowler appointed early October, will serve as interim Director until permanent successor is appointed. Continue reading Mayor Lungo-Koehn Appoints Interim Finance Director/Auditor →

Happy Birthday to a number of Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday to Ash Draper, Georgia Woodsworth, Eileen St Laurent (LaBrecque), Tommy Doucette, Frank Lemos, Stephen Goggin, Cathy Harvey Forte, Nick Cosmo, Eileen Stearns LeBlanc, Christine Elizabeth Laporta, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week →

FEDERICO, Fredrick “Sunny”- Of Somerville October 17, 2021.

Beloved husband of 33 years to Anna (Pugiese) Federico. Loving son of the late Gaetano and Brigida Federico. Dear brother of Anna Castle and her husband Frederick of Somerville, the late Pasquale “Pat” Federico, John Federico and his surviving wife Rosie. Son-In-Law of Mary Pugliese. Brother-In-Law of Josie Kennedy.
Uncle of Jason and Monica Castle, John and Laurie Federico, Joey and Ceci Federico, Johnnie Federico, Shana and Paul Albers and Brandon Kennedy. Also survived by 4 great nieces and nephews. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Fredrick “Sunny” Federico →

Richard Scirocco

Within this lifetime, our city has witnessed and had the privilege to experience a half dozen successful write in votes that have won local popularity.

Historically, we have witnessed a number of successful Write-In Campaigns. The law itself governing elections set aside a specific line space to allow the choice for a free and uninfluencial decision of each and every voter! There has always been multiple options in which you choose your candidate. This means of action is an option of choice for the every day voter to make their voice heard without the undesirable choices listed. Continue reading “Write-In’s” A Great Voter Approach for This Somerville Election →

Please join William “Billy” Tauro and the great members of the Winter Hill Yacht Club on Wednesday November 17 from 12:00Noon-2:00PM for lunch and entertainment at Somerville’s Winter Hill Yacht Club located at 500 Artisan Way, Somerville, MA 02145. Continue reading Somerville Senior’s and Veteran’s Luncheon at the Winter Hill Yacht Club →

Citywide Parking and Curb Use Study Kick-Off, November 9 and 10

Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and the Somerville Parking Study Task Force invite you to a virtual community meeting to kick off the Citywide Parking and Curb Use Study. Continue reading Somerville Parking & Curb Use Study Kick-Off, Nov. 9 & 10 →

The Somerville Public Library is seeking to fill two vacancies on its Board of Trustees, and all Somerville residents are invited to apply. Continue reading Somerville Public Library Board of Trustees Seeking Applicants for Two Vacancies →

Seven days of early voting will be held prior to the general election on November 2. All early voting takes place in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 93 Highland Ave. Early voting days and times are as follows: Continue reading Reminder: Somerville Early Voting, 10/23-10/29 →

SOMERVILLE – Please join Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 6 City Councilor Lance Davis, and the Somerville Library Trustees for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the newly renovated and restored West Branch Library on Friday, November 5, at 11 a.m. Continue reading Somerville West Branch Library Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, November 5 →

The City of Somerville is looking for part-time multilingual community outreach workers to conduct surveys and collect community input on COVID-19 recovery and other public health–related initiatives. Continue reading Somerville Seeks Part-Time Multilingual Youth and Adult Community Outreach Workers →

If you would like to vote by mail in the November 2 general election, your completed ballot application must be received (not postmarked) by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, October 27.

Continue reading Somerville Reminder: Vote by Mail Applications Due October 27 for General Election →

Early voting to be held in Alden Chambers at City Hall.

Polls will be open 7am – 8pm on Election Day, November 2nd

MEDFORD – Early voting for the November 2nd Municial Election will be held from Saturday, October 23rd through Thursday, October 28th in the City of Medford. Early voting will take place in the Howard F. Alden Chambers, 85 George P. Hassett Dr., as follows: Continue reading Early Voting in Medford: October 23rd – October 28th at City Hall →

MEDFORD – The City of Medford is gearing up for Halloween fun!

In partnership with the Medford Recreation Department and the Medford Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn announced options for residents to safely celebrate Halloween. Residents of all ages are invited to enjoy Halloween with us in any or all of the following ways: Continue reading 2021 Halloween Activities Planned in Medford “Pumpkin Float” returning to Wright’s Pond for 2021, in addition to other planned activities throughout the city →

On the above date and time, Officers Moreira, Reece, and I were dispatched to 422 McGrath Highway for a dispute involving a firearm. Officer Moreira and Lorenti arrived on scene first. Upon my arrival, Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Christopher CEBULA (Trafficking Methamphetamine) →

On 10/24/21 I was working Patrol in cruiser E4 on the overnight shift. At around 0202 I and OFC D Ruf (E1) were dispatched to 28 Sydney ST for a B&E. 911 informed us that a suspect wearing a “towel” broke into a dwelling, was confronted by residents and fled. OFC N Moreira (E3) was in the area and also responded, physically behind my cruiser as I turned onto Sydney ST. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: James HOGAN (FIREARM WITHOUT FID CARD, POSSESS, AMMUNITION WITHOUT FID CARD, POSSESS, ASSAULT W/DANGEROUS WEAPON) →

On Friday October 22, 2021, I was assigned to marked unit East-2 and on routine patrol. At approximately 9:19 PM, Officer J. Moreira (East-3) and I were dispatched to the area of Arlington Street and Lincoln Street on a report of an apparent road rage incident. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: John GOMES (LICENSE SUSPENDED FOR OUI, OPER MV WITH, OUI LIQUOR, 2ND OFFENSE) →

I, Officer Roger Desrochers, report the following summary of events based on direct interview with the persons named.

On Wednesday, October 20, 2021, I, Officer Desrochers, was in full-uniform and assigned to marked cruiser 182(E2), and patrolling the East district, for the Somerville Police Department when at about 19:03 I was dispatched along with Officer T Lambert to Papa John’s located at 622 Somerville Ave for a fight. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:Mohamed MOHAMED (FIREARM WITHOUT FID CARD, POSSESS, ASSAULT W/DANGEROUS WEAPON, AMMUNITION WITHOUT FID CARD, POSSESS) →

By Arthur Moore

One of the problems that already is hurting any chance of affordable housing is ideas like Will Mbah has in his running for mayor. Already many landlords and even ones on his street which I do know are not renting out their apartments. Since everything is favoring tenants instead of the good landlords it makes no sense to rent out if you can afford not to. Continue reading Somerville Socialist Destroying This City →

By Arthur Moore

Let’s make this very clear. I have over 70 invested here and have had much involvement in many ways here. I do not care who is progressive, socialists or otherwise. I would like someone that can run the city with common sense and work for all the people. Not just one class of people. Continue reading Don’t Let This Important Election Slip Away Get Out And Vote →

By Arthur Moore

Granted I am not an EMT driver. But having been in some with seniors being rushed to the hospital with some that seconds could mean their life and watching the driver have to keep slowing down just for the regular road bumps I saw where it makes the trip take longer. Continue reading Somerville Deliberately About to Slow Down Emergency Ambulances →

I STRONGLY SUPPORT OUR POLICE!

If the Somerville Police Department were to ever be abolished or even defunded like my two socialist opponents want, this city would suffer an unrecoverable blow that would have devastating effects throughout our community! Crime, chaos, drugs, break-ins, burglery, rape, molestation, shootings, stabbings etc, etc, etc, would be running rampant throughout the streets of Somerville and nothing good would ever come out of it! We would be finished as a society! Continue reading William Tauro Being Only Non-Socialist In Mayoral Race Makes Him Your Best Choice for a Greater and Safer Somerville! →

October 21, 2021. The Massachusetts Police Association (MPA) recognized Somerville Police Officers and awarded them the Medal of Valor for their acts of heroism during a hostage situation that occurred on August 6, 2020. Continue reading Somerville Police Officers Awarded Medal of Valor →

By William Tauro

Rodent Control in Somerville should not have been taken lightly from the beginning. My two mayoral opponents Katjiana Balentine and Wilfred N. Mbah for the past 5 to 7 years have done absolutely nothing to address the problem, but instead have been sitting on their hands about the rodent infection situation and not doing a thing about it except collecting a paycheck. They don’t even mention it in their political literature drops! Shameful! Continue reading My Strategic Plan To Combat Somerville’s Rodent Problems Today, That Both My Two Opponents Have Neglected Over Their Terms as City Councilors For Years →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of James F. Fitzgerald on his passing.

James F. Fitzgerald was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here both in Somerville and Medford by many. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering James F. Fitzgerald →

A great time was had by all of the 2021 Somerville seniors and veterans Halloween Party Luncheon. Continue reading Somerville Senior’s and Veteran’s Halloween Party at the Winter Hill Yacht Club →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Elizabeth A. (Burden) McGowan on her passing.

Elizabeth A. (Burden) McGowan was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here both in Somerville and Medford. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Elizabeth A. (Burden) McGowan →

By William Tauro

Just to let the voters of Somerville know that Somerville Fire Department Engine 7 that’s located at 269 Highland Ave, Somerville is closed for 4 months for American Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades. Continue reading Longtime Somerville Fire Station/Election Polling Location Suddenly Closes →

Click on link below to read October 19th, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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Happy Birthday to a number of Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday to Mr Dinapoli, Louie Barretto, Joe Vasconcelos, Debbie Leonard, Jimbo Daviss, Ginny Azulay Roche, Jim Roderick, Denise Lefebvre Ribeiro, Susan LaVerde Demarco, Carol Hurley, Debbie Ciarletto, Paula Parillo Sheehan, Kevin Mullane, Kristy Ann Marques, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Tommy Colon on his passing.

Tommy Colon was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Tommy Colon →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Fredrick “Freddy” Federico on his passing.

Fredrick Federico was a wonderful person who made many friends over the years at his breakfast restaurant that was located on Bow Street in Union Square, the former Sonny’s Deli. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Fredrick “Freddy” Federico →

After the shocking primary results to many in the city, and with the investigations inconclusive at this time, it is the general consensus that the Election Department needs more scrutiny according to staggering opinion across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Continue reading Somerville Deadline Request Unanswered →

The illegal action of allowing the dignity of an entire city of different groups of residents to be violated by placing a representing signage of one specific group on city property with no credibility or explanation of actions demands action. Continue reading Black Lives Matter Banner Coming Down at Somerville Inauguration Once Tauro’s Elected →

Community conversation with the Mayor to be moderated by Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist Byron Barnett;
outdoor reception to follow Continue reading Town Hall With Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Thursday, October 28 →

Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 2 City Councilor J.T. Scott, Ward 3 City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen, and the Union Square Community Design Team invite you to a virtual public meeting to share updates on the Union Square Plaza and Streetscape Redesign project. Continue reading Somerville- Union Square Plaza & Streetscape Redesign Public Meeting, October 20 →

Ensuring an equitable and prosperous recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic is the City’s top priority. To do that – we need your help. Get involved today to help set the City’s priorities for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. To get the conversation started, please join us for a Virtual Forum on ARPA Funding on Wednesday, October 27, at 7 p.m. Continue reading Forum on the City of Somerville’s ARPA Funding, Wed., Oct. 27 →

City is preparing its annual list of available shovelers. Paid and volunteer positions available.

Snow shovelers assist elderly residents, persons with disabilities with clearing sidewalks after winter storms. Continue reading Help a Neighbor in Need this Winter: Sign Up for Medford’s Snow Shoveling Assistance List →

Residents, landlords, business owners, and all members of the Medford community invited to participate ongoing Comprehensive Planning process.

MEDFORD – The City of Medford and Medford’s Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee invite the Medford community to a virtual community meeting on Wednesday, October 20th at 6pm to discuss the City’s ongoing Comprehensive Planning process. You can register in advance for this meeting at the link here or by visiting Continue reading Medford-2nd Comprehensive Plan Community Meeting Scheduled for October 20th →

Ms. Morrison will join the City of Medford as Parking Director as of October 18th

MEDFORD – Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn announced today that she has selected Faye L. Morrision to head Medford’s new Parking Department. For the last five years, Morrison has served as the Parking Manager for the City of Newton. She will begin her role with the City of Medford as of October 18, 2021 and will work with the City’s implementation team leading up to the launch of Medford’s inaugural Parking Department in January 2022. Continue reading Mayor Lungo-Koehn Selects Former City of Newton Parking Manager,Faye Morrison, to Lead New Parking Department in Medford →

I, Officer Roger Desrochers, report the following summary of events based on direct interview with the persons named. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Alexis RODRIGUEZ-PEREZ (Larceny) →

On Friday, October 15, 2021, at 9:21 A.M., I responded to 402 McGrath Hwy Apt# 3 for unknown trouble. Officers Pavao, and Khoury responded as backup. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Rosa RAMOS (A&B w/ Dangerous Weapon) →

By William Tauro

We were recently approached by several Somerville employees and residents who in the past have witnessed some very shocking events that occurred multiple times at the Somerville Elections Department. These individuals that decided to come forward have now have changed their minds in keeping quiet and are joining us in exposing and fighting Somerville’s corrupt election system.
Continue reading The 7:30PM Somerville Election Night Late Voting System Fraud Scheme →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Cathleen McCarthy on her passing.

Cathleen McCarthy was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville.

Cathleen McCarthy of Arlington, formerly of Somerville, peacefully passed away on October 13, 2021 at the age of 52. Cathleen was the daughter of the late Charles and Claire (Reddish) McCarthy. She is survived by her sons, Joseph Passanisi and Nicholas DiPietro, both of Somerville. Cathleen was the loving companion of Richard Lamoretti, and special friend to his son Richie. She is also survived by her five siblings, Janice McCarthy, Claire Buckley and her husband Mark, Francis McCarthy and his wife Rita, John McCarthy, and her twin brother Charlie McCarthy. Cathleen was the loving aunt to Matthew and Bridget McCarthy, and Sean and Caroline Buckley. A celebration of Cathy’s life will be held on Friday, November 5, 2021 from 9am-11am at Boston Cremation, 287 Main St, Malden, MA 02148

When I made the choice to announce my intentions to run for the position of Mayor of Somerville. I made sure that transparency was a large part of my open door policy. City Hall has ignored the public for too long and now there is an opportunity for everyones voice to be heard and responded to. If you write in William B. Tauro for Mayor in the election taking place this coming November 2nd, I can promise you that I will be your voice. Continue reading Billy Tauro, In His Own Words →

By William Tauro

The Mayor, Mayoral Candidate Katjana Ballantyne developer/architect husband Rick Nielsen and all the rest of their corrupt partners are making a move before a new mayor comes in! They are doing it now not knowing who will be the next mayor just in case they loose. Continue reading The Somerville 11th Hour Developer Property Grab Shuffle Has Begun! →



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

Hey Billy sorry to bother you I know you’re really busy when you get a minute any chance you can come all the businesses got a letter saying that the mayor got approved to take the liquor store and all the Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:The more reason why we need Billy Tauro as Mayor →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Lawrence W. “Larry” Stone on his passing.

Lawrence W. “Larry” Stone was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville and Medford. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Lawrence W. “Larry” Stone →

SHARE, SHARE, SHARE!

I am asking all my friends to share this with as many Somerville residents and Somerville registered voters as you can!

This is a one shot deal to protect the future of our city from the socialist who hate this city and want to take away your police, your equity and your freedoms!

Where I am the only non-socialist in the race, I’m your best choice for a greater and safer Somerville!

Write-in “William Tauro” for Mayor of Somerville on November 2nd! Take Somerville Back!! #TEAMTAUROforMAYOR2021 Continue reading MY OUTLINE FOR A GREATER SOMERVILLE BY WILLIAM TAURO →

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

Is there anything at all we can do about these rats on Cutter Street behind the old East Side Grill? The breakfast place on Broadway there has trash everywhere as the same as for many restaurants throughout the city are contributing to the same problem. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Rat Infestation Has Overtaken Our City →

Click on link below to read October 12th, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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Photo:File footage of methadone mile in Boston

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

I was walking on my break from work to Bank of America in Porter Square on the Mass Ave side on the left next to locksmith there are 2 tents stolen bikes . Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:They Are Getting Closer to Davis Square Somerville →

Happy Birthday to a number of Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday to Tracy Bates Henry, Amanda Louise, Jennifer Donovan Tauro, Sandra DiPhillipo, Voula Koutsoubari, Mikey Whalen, Dina Park Matsas, MaryLou Morais Thompson, Malek Horani, Toni M. Colarullo, Maria E Chirco, Sal Manganaro, Rene’ Morrow, Agostinho Rego, Paul J Aguiar, Jon French, Chris Sennott, Marsh James, Kara Lynn Willard, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week →

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By William Tauro

This past Monday night a fire broke out at 15 Weston Avenue in Somerville in a 6th floor apartment of the Weston Manor Senior Housing Apartment Building. Firefighters kicked in the door to rescue a male tenant In the apartment where the fire started. The man was transported to the hospital with non life threatening minor injuries. Continue reading Fire At Weston Manor Senior Housing Apartments →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of John J. Bonner on his passing.

John J. Bonner was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering John J. Bonner →

Our sincere condolences thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Barbara E. (Gallagher) Wile on her passing.

Barbara E. (Gallagher) Wile was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Barbara E. (Gallagher) Wile →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Catherine A. (O’Connell) Young on her passing.

Catherine A. (O’Connell) Young was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Catherine A. (O’Connell)Young →

By Richard J. Scirocco

As a United States citizen, it is your right! It is a civic duty as a citizen to assist in deciding who will best represent the community for the betterment of all. It is an honest reason to display how you have faith to support someone you believe in. Continue reading Why Bother to Vote? Because Somerville’s Future is on the Line! →

Continue reading SOMERVILLE PEOPLE WANT CHANGE FOR THE BETTER →

By Judy Locchi Jacobs

As most of you know, I have been writing as a volunteer for Somerville News Weekly since 2017.

Continue reading Why I believe Billy Tauro is the right candidate for Somerville— →

City to Hold Flu Vaccination Clinics

First two clinics scheduled for Oct. 13 and Oct. 23

Pre-clinic registration required

SOMERVILLE, MA – The City of Somerville has set up two free flu vaccination clinics for residents in October that will be open by appointment. Additional dates will be added through the fall and winter and will be posted on somervillema.gov/flu. Residents are strongly encouraged to get the vaccine to protect their health as well as to support the community’s efforts to lessen the impacts of both influenza and the coronavirus. Continue reading SOMERVILLE FLU CLINIC DETAILS & SCHEDULE →

Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, the Somerville Commission for Women, and RESPOND Inc. invite residents to join them for the annual Domestic Violence Vigil on Tuesday, October 26, to remember and honor those who lost their lives to domestic violence in 2021. The vigil will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. at Statue Park in Davis Square.
Continue reading Somerville Annual Domestic Violence Vigil, 10/26 →

Voters have until Wednesday, October 13, to register to vote or update their voter information for the Tuesday, November 2 election. In this election, voters in Somerville will cast ballots for Mayor of Somerville; four City Councilor-at-Large seats; Ward City Councilor in Wards 2, 5, and 7; and School Committee Members in Wards 3 and 7. Continue reading Reminder: October 13 Deadline to Register to Vote in November 2 Election →

Every 10 years, Massachusetts cities and towns are required to review their population data from the most recent U.S. Census and submit an updated ward and precinct map to the State for approval. The State provides municipalities with strict guidelines that must be followed for this process. An internal working group is collaborating with the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Office to propose new ward and precinct boundaries that will be submitted to the City Council for local approval on October 28, 2021. Continue reading Somerville Reprecincting Process Underway: Public Comment Welcome →

With domestic violence on the rise in the last year it is essential that action be taken. This month of October honors and brings awareness to the victims of domestic violence. Awareness + Action = Social Change, and this is exactly what Ms. Theresa DiPietro is hoping for through her tireless work as an advocate of domestic violence. Ms. DiPietro sponsored and hosted a Survivors Celebration Event Sunday morning, October 10th, at Renee’s Café in historic Teele Square in Somerville. Breakfast was served to all, paid for by a private donor. Continue reading Spreading Domestic Violence Awareness In Somerville →

By Arthur Moore

We have yet to hear a thing on what you will do for the handicapped and seniors in this city who have been restricted from businesses and and making it difficult to get in and out of their homes. I invite you to respond and let us know. I will make a statement explaining this. Continue reading Questions for Somerville Mayoral Candidates on the Ballots, Please Respond →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Lewis M. Keller on his passing.

Lewis M. Keller was a wonderful person and a personal friend to many of us here in Somerville.

Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Lewis M. Keller →

Continue reading On November 2nd Write-it “William Tauro” for Mayor of Somerville →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Adelina J. (DeVita) Scarpelli on her passing.

Adelina J. (DeVita) Scarpelli was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville and Medford Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Adelina J. (DeVita) Scarpelli →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the of Jennie on her passing. (Santangelo) Ciampa.

Jennie (Santangelo) Ciampa was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here Somerville.

Obituary
Jennie Ciampa, Jennie (Santangelo) of Arlington, formerly of East Boston, passed away on September 24, 2021 at the age of 72. Jennie was the daughter of the late Frank and Franchenza (Viola) Santangelo. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Jennie (Santangelo) Ciampa →

Click on link below to read October 5th, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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By JoeViglione

Of the 28 James Bond films – including the 1954 Peter Lorre first Casino Royale, the 1967 David Niven Casino Royale which did give us the classic, Academy-Award nominee for 1968 song “The Look of Love,” and 1983’s Never Say Never Again with Sean Connery – no matter how good or bad, each made some kind of an imprint on the consciousness. Continue reading Film: No Time to DieTime: 2 hours 43 minutesA Joe Viglione Movie review →

Happy Birthday to a number of Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday to Josephine Guarino Torra, Fanny Chan, Amy Tobin, Floyd Richardson, Stephanie Duquette Wilson, Brendan Mclaren, Natalinha Medeiros, Casey Lynne, Mattie Spinetti, Adrian Gallup, Dominic Catino, Charlie Nease, Jack Bailey, Marc Chiarenza, Eddie Vozzella, Lena Foumia Tauro, Diane Marie, Gabriel Ciccariello, Rob Pasqualino, Jim Tremblay, Caitlin Marie, Diane Kerins Conneely, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week →

By William Tauro

I will be continuing up the Hill to fight for common sense politics to ensure they will not be extinguished in Somerville. Continue reading Vote With Common Sense Somerville →

EVENTS
Game Club – starting Monday, October 18th and every Monday following from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at our Ralph & Jenny Center located at 9 New Washington Street (behind the Holiday Inn.) Please join us as we play a wide variety of board and card games. Please RSVP to Maureen Bastardi at 617-625-6600, ext. 2335 or email Maureen at mbastardi@somervillema.gov . Continue reading Somerville COA Press & Organizational Outreach for 10-1-2021 →

The Somerville City Council has passed a new ordinance that sets guidelines for when and how leaf blowers may be used within the city. With the fall season now here, community members are urged to familiarize themselves with the new rules, which apply to all users including the City and City contractors, residents, commercial properties, and landscaping or property maintenance companies that deploy leaf blowers. Continue reading New Ordinance Sets Leaf Blower Regulations in Somerville →

Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 7 City Councilor Katjana Ballantyne, and City staff invite you to a virtual community meeting to review the final design for schoolyard renovations at the West Somerville Neighborhood School. Continue reading West Somerville Neighborhood School Schoolyard Renovation Meeting, October 13 →

Full plan will be released this fall.

MEDFORD— Ahead of its release of a detailed Climate Action and Adaptation Plan later this fall, today Mayor Lungo-Koehn and the Medford Office of Planning, Development, and Sustainability released a 36-page Executive Summary that outlines the city’s plan to address climate change, cementing its status as a leading voice in the push to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Continue reading Medford Releases Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Executive Summary, 32 Strategies for Addressing Climate Change →

Interested in building a career in construction? Somerville Community Corporation, in partnership with the City of Somerville, is hosting a job fair to connect residents with local construction employment opportunities. Continue reading Somerville Construction Job Fair, October 13 →

Medford is one of only a handful of Massachusetts communities to join the global campaign.
Continue reading Medford Signs onto Global “Race to Zero” Campaign, Pledges to Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Half by 2030 →

Assembly Row and the Somerville Arts Council are thrilled to unveil a collaborative art project at Assembly Row titled “We Are Somerville.” This art installation takes the form of three giant vertical banners, which feature portraits of people who live and/or work in Somerville. Continue reading ‘We Are Somerville’ Art Installation Unveiled at Assembly Row →

Voters can cast ballots by mail, at early voting, or on Election Day

SOMERVILLE, MA – On Tuesday, November 2, voters in Somerville will cast ballots for Mayor of Somerville; four City Councilor-at-Large seats; Ward City Councilor in Wards 2, 5, and 7; and School Committee Members in Wards 3 and 7. Below is information on upcoming deadlines related to the election as well as information about options for voting. Continue reading Important Dates and Deadlines for the November 2 Election →

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

So this is another incident, one was reported in May according to this article? Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Somerville Hospital Another Possible Staged Political Land Grab Opportunity →

October is “Domestic Violence Awareness Month” and a time to support Survivors of Domestic Violence. I have worked with Survivors of Domestic Violence over the last 25 years. Continue reading Somerville Domestic Violence Month With Marisa Tauro →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Andy A. Mendoza on his passing.

Andy A. Mendoza was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Andy A. Mendoza →

Where I am the only non-socialist in the race, I’m your best choice for a Greater and Safer Somerville! Continue reading William Tauro best choice for a Greater and Safer Somerville →

By William Tauro

Are we ready to welcome in our new neighbors all the drugs and trouble that comes along with the safe injection sites?  They’re already setting camp on Willow Avenue in Davis Square. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weeky Speakup Line:Are We Ready To Welcome In More Trouble In Somerville? Because I’m Sure Not! →

To: Our Candidates for Mayor:

I am forwarding a message from a member of the RatControlSomerville google group at his request. There are over 70 members of this group and our experiences and frustrations with the rat problem deserve your attention and response. Most recently, one resident’s dog was attacked and bitten multiple times by a rat in her own yard. Unfortunately this is not the first time one of us has experienced this but it needs to be the last time. Continue reading Letter from the Editor : Subject:[RatControlSomerville] Are we talking to ourselves here? →

This Madness has to come to an end! My two opponents that are running for mayor that have been sitting on the Somerville City Council for over the past five to seven years have done absolutely nothing during their tender as a city councilor this critical problem. Actually they have been sitting on their hands and have done absolutely nothing!

I love this city more than you can imagine! Please write-in “William Tauro” for Mayor of Somerville on November 2nd! Take Somerville Back!! #TEAMTAUROforMAYOR2021

By William Tauro

At approximately 8:45 PM on Wednesday evening, the Somerville Police Department received reports of shots fired across the street from the Healey School in Somerville. Continue reading Shots Fired In Somerville Across From Healey School →

Assembly Neighborhood Plan Presentation
Mark your calendar and join us virtually!
Wednesday, October 13 at 6 pm
Join at Continue reading Assembly Square Neighborhood Plan Presentation →

We’re hiring crossing guards! This is a part-time position (mornings and afternoons) to provide public safety by ensuring safe student crossing at intersections along the routes to school. Learn more and apply at Continue reading Somerville Hiring Crossing Guards →

Click on link below to read September 28th, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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Due to rain expected on September 28, the Healey Community Play Area ribbon cutting ceremony at 5 Meacham Street has been rescheduled for Thursday, October 7, at 1:45 p.m. Continue reading NEW DATE: Healey Community Play Area Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, October 7 →

The City of Somerville has been awarded $400,000 for park improvements through the Commonwealth’s Parkland Acquisition and Recreation for Communities (PARC) Grant Program. Continue reading Somerville Awarded PARC Grant to Renovate and Expand Somerville Junction Park →

Happy Birthday to a number of Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday to Joseph Powers, Colleen Walsh, Sandy Cardoso O’Brien, Gale Bracken, Susan Macri Boudreau, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week →

With Joe Viglione Presents:
Going Track by Track – Night & Day (2020) by Jack Phillips

It’s important to understand that the Night & Day album was originally conceived in 2012 as a combination two styles that I really like: blues rock or the blues in general, and also the sounds of jazz standards and particularly New Orleans jazz. Continue reading HOTLINE TO THE UNDERGROUND →

On September 22, 2021, I, Officer Tim Van Nostrand, was on duty and assigned to uniform patrol in marked cruiser 181. At 4:54pm, I received a dispatch from Somerville 9-1-1 for a reported shoplifter who fled Adidas located at 544 Assembly Row. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Steven COLLYMORE (Larceny, Counterfeit Note, Removal of Theft Device, False Info) (Multiple Warrants) →

On Sunday, September 26, 2021, I, Officer Pavao, was assigned to marked unit East 2. I was dispatched, along with East 3, Officer Khoury, to 180 Somerville Ave (Target) to assist Loss Prevention stop a shoplifter. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Javier GONZALEZ-GARCIA (Larceny) (Fitchburg & Boston Warrants) →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 38-1, approved and sent to the House legislation that would require that all public schools offering a comprehensive sexual health education curriculum “provide medically accurate, age-appropriate sexual health education.”

Continue reading SEX EDUCATION CHANGES →

By Bob Katzen

A bill before the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight would discourage businesses from closing call centers and customer service centers in the Bay State and relocating overseas. Continue reading DISCOURAGE BUSINESSES FROM MOVING CALL CENTERS OVERSEAS →

By Bob Katzen

A bill before the Financial Services Committee would allow insurance companies to offer discounts to licensed drivers who complete a marijuana impairment education course offered by driving schools and insurance companies. Continue reading ALLOW INSURANCE DISCOUNTS FOR DRIVERS WHO TAKE A COURSE IN MARIJUANA IMPAIRMENT →

By Bob Katzen

The Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the House a bill that would allow people to change their gender on their birth certificate, driver’s license, learner’s permit, identification card or liquor purchase identification card, including to a non-binary option other than male or female. The possible designations include “female,” “male” or “X” which would indicate that the person is another gender or an undesignated gender. The gender can only be changed by an adult, an emancipated minor or the parent or guardian of a minor. Continue reading CHANGE GENDER ON BIRTH CERTIFICATES AND MORE →

SOMERVILLE, MA, ISSUED SEPTEMBER 23, 2021…Daddy Jones Bar and Restaurant (http://daddyjonesbar.com), a lively restaurant offering outdoor dining, casual Greek food and burgers, serving the Somerville community since 2012, has officially opened its newest venture, the Coffee Shop, now open Saturdays and Sundays beginning at 8 a.m. Continue reading Daddy Jones Bar & Restaurant introduces the Coffee Shop; available for takeout or patio dining on Saturday and Sunday →

STS.LOUIS & ZELIE MARTIN PARISH’S Annual Holiday Bazaar will take place on Friday, October 15, from 2:00-7:00 p.m., and Saturday, October 16, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in St. CATHERINE’S parish hall, 179 Summer Street, Somerville. Free Admission.

Consultant will present three schematic designs following input through community survey, on-site discussions over the last month. Continue reading Medford Public Meeting to Discuss Carr Park Master Plan Scheduled for September 29th →

Enjoy live music across the city from noon to 6 p.m. then head to Union Square for food, fun, and fire throwers Continue reading Somerville PorchFest and Ignite! Return October 2 →

Special thanks to the Winter Hill Yacht Club and Billy Tauro for hosting our Senior Autumn Luncheon Social. Continue reading Photos From Winter Hill Yacht Club and Billy Tauro Senior Autumn Luncheon Social →

Please join William “Billy” Tauro and the great members of the Winter Hill Yacht Club on Wednesday October 20th from 12:00Noon-2:00PM for lunch and entertainment at Somerville’s Winter Hill Yacht Club located at 500 Artisan Way, Somerville, MA 02145. Continue reading SOMERVILLE SENIOR’S AND VETERAN’S OCTOBER HALLOWEEN LUNCHEON AT THE WINTER HILL YACHT CLUB →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Judith A. (Mahan) Oliva on her passing.

Judith A. (Mahan) Oliva was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Judith A. (Mahan) Oliva →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Mary V. (Aiello) Mangherini on her passing.

Mary V. (Aiello) Mangherini was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville by many. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Mary V. (Aiello) Mangherini →

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Click on link below to read September 21st, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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Happy Birthday to a number of Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday to Bobby Martone, Chloe Alexis, Everett Moreira, Ada Tauro, Anabela Pappas, Dorothy Uttaro, Todd Nichol, Ellen Seidlich (ellen stuart ), Janette Giso, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Mary V. (Aiello) Mangherini on her passing.

Mary V. (Aiello) Mangherini was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Mary V. (Aiello) Mangherini →

By William Tauro

Last Tuesday the 14th of September 2021 Somerville conducted a preliminary election.
Leading up to this particular vote were many irregularities. Continue reading 2021 SEPTEMBER 14TH SOMERVILLE PRIMARY ELECTION NIGHT SUMMERY, THE STOLEN ELECTION →

Somerville Pop Warner is a nonprofit organization struggling from after effects of the COVID Pandemic. With no help from the City, Sponsors or Private Donors has caused budget challenges. This organization has supported our Somerville Youth for over several decades and now has come to a place of lacking enough funding to support the needs of operation. Continue reading Support Somerville Pop Warner →

8,500+ plus seniors in the city of Somerville where 99.99% of them have been with me for the past 15+ plus years! So how did I only get 2,200 votes? Political corruption at it’s best! I NEED YOUR HELP! Continue reading Somerville Seniors for William Tauro for Mayor of Somerville →

By William Tauro

On Sunday September 12th over one hundred veterans enjoyed a fun filled day on the Boston Harbor at the Winter Hill Yacht Club’s (WHYC) 2021 Annual Veterans Cruise.

Over twenty five privately donated boats from WHYC driven by their captains provided a day of fun and well deserved enjoyment for the local service veterans. Continue reading Somerville WHYC 2021 Annual Veterans Cruise →

Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of David “DJ Murphy on his passing.

David “DJ” Murphy was a very nice person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville and Medford

Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering David “DJ” Murphy →