It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved angel, Maria Eduarda DeSouza, who tragically left us on Monday, February 24, 2025, in a car accident with her beloved mother Kamyla L. Godinho and her stepfather Jean Deaquino. She was only 6 years old. Her precious life was cut far too short, but the joy she brought to everyone who knew her will remain forever in our hearts. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Maria Eduarda DeSouza
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Kamyla Lucas Godinho, aged 30, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, tragically passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025, following a car accident with her beloved husband Jean Deaquimo and her daughter Maria. Her untimely death leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew her.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Kamyla Lucas Godinho
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Mrs. Eva R. (Morandi) Spitzer, passed away on March 8, 2025, she was 99. Born and raised in Somerville, she was a lifelong resident. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Eva R. (Morandi) Spitzer
Esther Rose Furr Ellis, 87, of Peabody, formerly of Medford, passed peacefully into the arms of her savior on Sunday, February 23, 2025. Born on October 18, 1937 to the late Leon Lewis Furr and Iva Rose (Talbot) Furr, she became a blessing to all who knew her. Esther’s greatest joy was being “Grammy” to Cody Phillip, Jakob Stephen and Tara Rose. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Esther Rose Furr Ellis
March 1, 2025, SOMERVILLE, MA: Several dozen Somerville residents including students, educators, and families gathered outside of Somerville High School in the early morning of Friday, February 28, to celebrate a year of Daily Somerville High standouts for Palestine. Since February 2024, Somerville residents have refused to stay silent during Israel’s genocide against Palestinians in Gaza and Israel’s escalating violence, apartheid, and occupation in the West Bank and have spent every school day morning holding up signs protesting Israel’s violence for commuters to see on Highland Avenue in front of Somerville High School. Continue reading Celebrating a Year of Daily Somerville High Standouts for Palestine
March 4th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online March 4th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1) Continue reading March 4th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online

The Somerville Police Department, in cooperation with other law enforcement partners, are actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Tuesday, February 25th, at approximately 12:05 AM. Continue reading Somerville Police Department Seeking Public’s Help in Identifying Shooting Suspects
Shots Fired
25010429: On 2/25/25 at approximately 12:05 AM, Somerville Police responded to the area of Broadway and Alewife Brook Parkway for a report of shots fired. On scene, officers recovered several shell casings. Investigation is ongoing at this time. Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly CrimeLog
By Bob Katzen
The Healey Administration announced that it is awarding $5.5 million in grants to 60 school districts, educational collaboratives and charter schools across Massachusetts to improve student access to behavioral and mental health services and support. Continue reading $5.5 MILLION TO EXPAND STUDENTS’ BEHAVIORAL AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
By Bob Katzen
Gov. Healey announced that a third of students who graduated from Massachusetts public high schools in 2024 scored a 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement (AP) exam, the state’s highest percentage ever and the highest in the nation for the second year in a row, according to results released by the College Board. A score of 3 out of 5 on an AP exam shows a student’s ability to complete work for an introductory college-level course in that subject area. Most colleges will award students credit for AP scores of 3 or higher when enrolling in college. Continue reading BAY STATE SCORES BIG ON ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)
By Bob Katzen
The Healey Administration announced $1 million in Innovation Career Pathway grants to 29 school districts. This funding enables districts to plan and implement pathway programs that provide students with coursework and experience in high-demand STEM industries before they graduate high school, including in health care, technology, manufacturing, life sciences and environmental sustainability. Continue reading $1 MILLION IN INNOVATION CAREER PATHWAYS GRANTS
By Bob Katzen
House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) and Senate President Karen Spilka announced their leadership teams for the 2025-2026 legislative session.
The vast majority of the House leadership team remains the same including Rep. Michael Moran of Brighton as majority leader; Rep. Kate Hogan of Stow as speaker pro tempore; Rep. Alice Peisch of Wellesley as assistant majority leader; Rep. Frank Moran of Lawrence as second assistant majority leader; Rep. Danielle Gregoire of Marlborough as First Division chair and Rep. James O’Day of West Boylston as Fourth Division chair. Continue reading HOUSE AND SENATE DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP TEAMS APPOINTED
By Bob Katzen
The House 23-128, rejected an amendment that would require all joint committee members to be notified at least 12 hours in advance if the committee is going to poll members electronically. Continue reading NOTIFY REPRESENTATIVES OF COMMITTEE POLLS AT LEAST 12 HOURS IN ADVANCE (H 2024)
By Bob Katzen
The House 23-128, rejected an amendment that would require joint committee polls to be open for at least two hours or until all committee members have voted. Committee polls are used to record which members favor or oppose a bill that was heard by the committee. Continue reading KEEP COMMITTEE POLLS OPEN FOR TWO HOURS (H 2026)
By Bob Katzen
The House 23-128, rejected an amendment requiring that if there are any audits of the Legislature by the state auditor, the results must be published on the Legislature’s website in a conspicuous place within 72 hours of receipt.
Continue reading POST AUDITS ON LEGISLATURE’S WEBSITE (H 2046)
By Bob Katzen
The House 24-127, rejected an amendment that would require the state auditor, currently Diana DiZoglio, to conduct an annual audit of the House. This requirement was approved by the voters on Question 1 on the November 2024 ballot. The amendment would replace a House rule that the state auditor would recommend a firm to conduct an annual audit of the House and the business manager of the House would hire that firm.
Continue reading ALLOW STATE AUDITOR TO AUDIT THE HOUSE (H 2024)
By Bob Katzen
The House 128-23, approved a set of House rules under which the House will operate in 2025-2026.
Provisions include requiring, to the extent practicable, summaries provided by committee chairs of bills to be posted online before the House takes them up for a vote; prohibiting committee members from participating in a hearing remotely and requiring that they be physically present at a hearing in order to participate; allowing the public to testify remotely at a hearing; and requiring how each individual member votes on polls conducted by the committees to be posted online. Continue reading ADOPT HOUSE RULES FOR 2025-2026 SESSION (H 2024)
By Bob Katzen
The House 128-23, adopted joint House-Senate rules on how the Legislature operates for the 2025-2026 session. The Senate has already approved its own version of joint rules and the House version now goes to the Senate for consideration. Continue reading ADOPT JOINT HOUSE-SENATE RULES FOR 2025-2026 SESSION (H 2026)
By Bob Katzen
The House 127-23, Senate 32-7, approved and Gov. Maura Healey signed into law a fiscal 2025 supplemental budget that includes $425 million to fund the state’s emergency shelter system and make some changes to tighten eligibility for it.
Continue reading $425 MILLION FOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE (EA) SHELTER SYSTEM (H 61)
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John Charles Doherty, originally of Somerville, MA, passed away on March 2, 2025, at home, surrounded by the love of his family. For many years, John fought long and hard against several medically complex illnesses in order to be there for his family. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Judith Doherty. He was the proud father of two sons and one daughter, Connor Doherty, Seamus Doherty and Kerry Doherty. He is also survived by his four beloved grandchildren- Caitlin, Anja, Liam, and Gavin. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering John Charles Doherty
First info session will be held Tuesday, March 18 at 6 p.m. All community members are welcome.
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville is launching a Consolidated Rental Waitlist to simplify the application process for income-restricted rental units. To help residents navigate the new system, the Housing Division will host a series of information sessions in March. To reach the most The sessions will alternate between virtual and in-person meetings. Continue reading Learn About Somerville’s Upcoming Consolidated Affordable Housing Waitlist at March Information Sessions
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Joan A. Farren (McLaughlin) of Medford born on July 17,1940 passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
She was the heart of her family, always offering love, wisdom, and unwavering support. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joan A. Farren (McLaughlin)
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Silvano Garcia-Martinez – Of Somerville, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the age of 55.
Silvano Martinez-Garcia, born in El Salvador to Concepcion Martinez and Elida Garcia, was a devoted family man who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Silvano’s greatest joy came from spending time with his loved ones, especially on long car rides where laughter and conversation filled the air.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Silvano Garcia-Martinez
Paul R. Andrews, 81, of Woburn, MA, passed away on Saturday, March 1st, following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Paul R. Andrews
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Russellyne H. (Pitcher) Robbins – Of Sudbury, formerly of Medford, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025. She was 86 years old.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Russellyne H. (Pitcher) Robbins
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John J. MacDonald of Somerville, MA, passed peacefully on February 27th in Wakefield, MA, surrounded by his loved ones.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering John J. MacDonald
Medical Equipment Program – Through the generosity of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and from the direction of Mayor Ballantyne, the Council on Aging can provide Durable Medical Equipment at no cost to Somerville residents. Continue reading Somerville Council on Aging March Press Outreach 3-1-25
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With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jerry “Jay” Denovellis, age 58, of Saugus. He left this world peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, after a brief battle with cancer. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Jerry “Jay” Denovellis
Boston, MA – [Date] – The Boston Comedy Festival is back, bringing together some of the best comedians from across the country for a week of non-stop laughter. Set to take place from April 1 to April 5, this year’s festival promises to deliver unforgettable performances, legendary headliners, and the rising stars of stand-up comedy. Continue reading Boston Comedy Festival Returns 25th Year of Laughter and Unforgettable Performances
WOBURN – Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan has confirmed the ongoing investigation into three shootings that occurred across the communities of Cambridge, Somerville and Belmont within 12 hours.
Continue reading Middlesex District Attorney’s Office Investigating Three Shootings Within 12 Hours
The 2025 Summer Camp and Activities Fair will take place on Thursday, March 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the East Somerville Community School gymnasium
SOMERVILLE – Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and Superintendent Rubén Carmona are inviting Somerville families to the 2025 Summer Camp & Activities Fair. Continue reading Somerville Families Invited to Enjoy Free Pizza and Start Planning Summer Fun at 2025 Summer Camp and Activities Fair
SOMERVILLE – Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, in partnership with the Somerville Arts Council and an extensive network of artists, cultural workers, and community members, is proud to announce the release of the Somerville Cultural Capacity Plan (SCCP), the City’s first-ever comprehensive plan to strengthen, support, and sustain Somerville’s vibrant arts and culture ecosystem. Continue reading Somerville Unveils First-Ever Cultural Capacity Plan, A Roadmap for a Thriving, Inclusive Arts Community
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Albert W. Piacentini- Of Revere, formerly of Somerville, passed away at home peacefully with family surrounding him on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the age of 67. Born and raised in Somerville, he was the beloved son of the late Alfred Piacentini and Carol (Rego) Hayden
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Albert W. Piacentini
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John M. Feeney of Somerville passed away at home on Monday, February 24, 2025. He was 71 years young. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering John M. Feeney
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John T. Connelly, affectionately known as JC, of Somerville, passed away peacefully at Lahey Hospital in Burlington on February 25, 2025, at the age of 75. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering John T. Connelly
February 25th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online February 25th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1) Continue reading February 25th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
Public hearing scheduled for March 26 as CPA Committee prepares for FY26 funding round
SOMERVILLE – Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is inviting residents to help shape the future of Community Preservation Act (CPA) investments by participating in the CPA Annual Review process. The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) has launched a survey to gather public input on community needs and priorities for CPA funding. The survey is open through March 31, 2025, and can be accessed at this link. Continue reading Somerville Seeks Community Input on CPA Priorities; Annual Review Survey Open Through March 31
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25008776: On 2/16/25 at approximately 6:10 AM, Somerville Police responded to 376 Mystic Ave for an assault. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated he got into an altercation with a male party while shoveling snow in the parking lot. During the altercation, the suspect punched and kicked the victim then grabbed what was believed to be a firearm from his vehicle and made a racking motion. Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Crime Log 2/11/25 – 2/17/25
By Bob Katzen
U.S. PIRG Education Fund’s unveiled its annual “Failing the Fix” scorecard which rates laptop and cell phone brands based on their “fixabilty.” The scorecard gives companies that make it easy for users to fix their devices a good grade, and those that do not, a poor grade.
Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES On Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
Rep. Carol Doherty (D-Taunton) passed away last week after battling pancreatic cancer. Doherty was first elected to the House in 2020 and was re-elected in the recent November 6, 2024 election. Continue reading STATE REP. CAROL DOHERTY DIES AT 82
By Bob Katzen
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell joined a coalition that includes 23 other state attorneys general, to warn against efforts by the Trump Administration to defund and disband the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). On February 9, the Trump Administration directed the CFPB to stop all its ongoing work and to not begin any new investigations. Continue reading AG CAMPBELL OPPOSES THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S DEFUNDING OF THE CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU
By Bob Katzen
State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s effort to help make government work better by investigating, fraud, abuse and illegal acts involving public assistance benefits across the state uncovered more than $2.5 million in fraudulent spending. Her office investigated a total of 814 cases and found overpayment in 207 cases with identified fraud. Continue reading AUDITOR DIZOGLIO UNVEILS MORE THAN $2.5 MILLION IN PUBLIC BENEFITS FRAUD
By Bob Katzen
The Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition responded to the Trump Administration’s plan to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in August for up to 500,000 Haitian immigrants – thousands of whom reside in Massachusetts. Continue reading BAY STATE COALITION OPPOSES ELIMINATION OF PROTECTED STATUS FOR 500,000 HAITIAN IMMIGRANTS
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 6-31, rejected an amendment that would require that all Senate roll call votes, publicly published by the state, include “Virtual Vote” (VV) alongside any member’s name if the senator was not in the chamber and voted remotely from his or home, office or other location.
Continue reading REQUIRE THE SENATE RECORD TO REVEAL WHEN A SENATOR HAS VOTED REMOTELY (S 14)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 6-31, rejected an amendment that would prohibit the Senate from meeting beyond midnight. The amendment would replace the current rule that allows the Senate to meet after midnight if two-thirds of the Senate votes to do so.
Continue reading BAN SESSIONS AFTER MIDNIGHT (S 14)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 5-32, rejected an amendment that would change the current rule that allows a senator, who is not physically at the session in the Senate chamber, to vote remotely from any location and without giving a reason for his or her absence from the Senate chamber.
Continue reading TIGHTEN RULES FOR REMOTE VOTING (S 14)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-0, adopted a set of Senate rules for the 2025-2026 session.
Rules include requiring that the votes senators take in joint committees be published online; requiring in-person or written testimony received by Senate members of a joint committee be published online; requiring Senate committees to make bill summaries available online for legislation reported favorably out of the committee; and requiring every senator and Senate employee to undergo cybersecurity training every two years. Continue reading ADOPT SENATE RULES (S 14)
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William P. Rixon, of Salem, NH, formerly of Medford, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the age of 75.
Born in Cambridge and raised in Medford, William was the beloved son of the late Walter C. and Edna L. (Murphy) Rixon. He was a cherished father, papa, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering William P. Rixon
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Kathleen M. Murphy, It is with deep sadness that our family shares the news of the passing of Kathleen M. Murphy, age 73, of Stoneham, MA on December 17, 2024. She was born on August 6, 1951 in Somerville, MA and was the beloved daughter of the late Eugene J. and Margaret A. Murphy.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Kathleen M. Murphy
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Dorothy F. (DiTullio) Capone- Of Woburn, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the age of 94.
Dorothy was born in Medford to the late Silvio and Celia (DiGirolamo) DiTullio. She was a lifelong resident of Woburn and dedicated much of her time to enriching the lives of others. Dorothy’s vibrant spirit was evident in all she did, whether it was volunteering at the Woburn Senior Center, supporting the Sons of Italy, or actively participating in the Red Hats Club. She served as a board member of the Senior Center for many years and cherished the opportunity to make a difference in her community. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Dorothy F. (DiTullio) Capone
SOMERVILLE – Black History Month is a time for reflection, celebration, and learning, and this year, Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Department of Racial and Social Justice (RSJ) are inviting the community to join a series of events designed to engage, inspire, and connect the Somerville community. Continue reading Honor Black History Month in Somerville: Join a Community Panel, Take a Virtual Tour, and Explore Black Voices
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville is looking for community members to help test an innovative, non-toxic approach to reducing the local rat population. Continue reading Help Test a New, Non-Toxic Approach to Rat Control in Somerville
Project aims to improve safety on streets that serve as key connections to civic life
SOMERVILLE – If you want to see how people move around Somerville, visiting Elm Street by the Kennedy
School on any weekday morning would be a good place to start.
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George F. Rogers – Of Somerville, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. He was 60 years young.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering George F. Rogers
BOSTON—Two sanctuary cities in Massachusetts—Chelsea and Somerville—filed a federal lawsuit today challenging the Trump Administration’s efforts to coerce them into participating in mass deportation efforts. Represented by Lawyers for Civil Rights, the Cities assert that the Administration’s heavy-handed tactics—threatening to strip sanctuary cities of federal funding and prosecute them for failing to bend to the President’s will—violate their Constitutional rights. Continue reading Massachusetts Sanctuary Cities Sue To Stop Trump From Entangling Them In Federal Immigration Enforcement
By Joe Viglione
Back in the early days of the Boston Rock and Roll Scene it was James Isaacs’ Cellars by Starlight and Rory O’Connor at the Real Paper who ran weekly columns that benefited our music scene greatly. Along with those pioneers was Ms. Janis Reed’s monthly column in Musicians’ Magazine, which migrated to The Beat in the 1980s.
As I managed Janis and she is somewhere in South America, I decided a few years back to resurrect the column in Billy Tauro’s Somerville/Medford News Weekly. Continue reading HOTLINE TO THE UNDERGROUND
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Bill, A story for the Newspaper from a former resident of Somerville. The book is out: A book written by Ed Leonard, Author. The Ted Williams Alumni are in this book who came to our Jimmy Fund Event 7-13-24. A great read for Ted Williams Camp Alum, and Baseball Historians. The title is: “The Overlooked Legacy of Ted Williams”. It is available for purchase on Amazon . It is a non-fiction book. It is printed as a hard cover for $28 and a soft cover for $20. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: The Ted Williams Alumni
Robert Skerry Obituary
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dello Russo Funeral Home – Medford on Feb. 19, 2025.
Robert Emmett Skerry, Jr. (Bob), age 74, a lifelong resident of Medford and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on February 13, 2025, after a 2-year courageous battle with cancer. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Robert Skerry
NYB’s final performance of the Realm of Imagination performance season, Ethereal Space (March 8–9), is inspired by the boundless beauty and elegance of romantic short stories. The program will take place at the J. Everett Collins Center of the Performing Arts. Continue reading Northeast Youth Ballet’s Spring Series: Ethereal Space
The Medford Community Chorale & Youth/Young Adult Chorus will host a Restaurant Fundraiser at The Ford Restaurant on Tuesday, February 25th, to benefit the Chorale & Youth/Young Adult Chorus (please see attached flyer) The fundraiser is valid from 3PM – 10PM at The Ford, located at 61 Locust Street here in Medford (across from Wegman’s), and includes both dine-in and takeout. The Ford will donate 10% of the proceeds from your purchase back to the chorale!
Continue reading ”THE FORD RESTAURANT FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT MEDFORD COMMUNITY CHORALE & YOUTH/YOUNG ADULT CHORUS – TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th, 2025!
By Joe Viglione
Hummingbird Syndicate will be at the Tavern at the End of the World in Boston with Low Spark on March 9th at 4:30 pm 5pm – 6pm Hummingbird Syndicate 6:20pm – 7:30pm Low Sparks. Hear 5 minutes of pure Pop with “Gracefully” from Lynn Shipley, Steve Gilligan, Jon Macey and the gang. You tube here: https://youtu.be/kd7cH79K0wA It’s a gorgeous video and a classy, memorable guitar line that Macey has been known for from his days in Fox Pass, Mercury Records’ Tom Dickie and the Desires and Macey’s Parade. Continue reading The Joe Vig Top 40 www.joevigtop40.com
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Kathleen M. Murphy, It is with deep sadness that our family shares the news of the passing of Kathleen M. Murphy, age 73,
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Kathleen M. Murphy
Dorothy Flora (DiTullo) Capone – Of Tewksbury, formerly of Woburn, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. She was 94 years old.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Dorothy Flora (DiTullo) Capone
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Melvin R. Caton, of Cambridge, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, following a brief illness at the age of 68. Born in Cambridge, he was the cherished son of Melvin L. and Lillian (Perry) Caton. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Melvin R. Caton
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Marie Lucille Frongillo (Romano), Of Medford, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 82. Born on December 13, 1942, she was the cherished daughter of Salvatore and Rose (Serio) Romano.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Marie Lucille Frongillo (Romano)
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Subject: Commitment to the LGBTQ+ Community
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A message from SOMERVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL
DISTRICT Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Message from SOMERVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT to parents on Commitment to the LGBTQ+ Community. Your Thoughts?
Person of Interest: Motor Vehicle Vandalism
The Somerville Police Department is actively investigating five incidents of vehicle vandalism over the past 12 months that occurred in the Flint Street area. Continue reading Somerville Police Department Identification Wanted
By Bob QUOTABLE QUOTES – BY THE DOLLAR EDITION
The state’s Office of Campaign and Political Finance released figures showing that committees that supported or opposed the five questions on the November 5 ballot spent a total of $25.2 million. Here is the breakdown:
Question 1 (passed): Give State Auditor the Authority to Audit the Legislature
Supporters: $414,808
Opponents: $0 Continue reading QUOTABLE QUOTES Beacon Hill
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell, along with twelve other Attorneys General, filed a lawsuit challenging the exercise of executive power by Elon Musk. The lawsuit argues that President Trump has violated the United States Constitution by creating a new federal Department without Congressional approval and by granting Musk sweeping powers over the entire federal government without seeking the advice and consent of the Senate.
Continue reading AG CAMPBELL JOINS LAWSUIT TARGETING ELON MUSK
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 38-0, approved an amendment to a rule that would prohibit legislators from purchasing, directly or indirectly, the stock or other securities of any corporation or association, knowing that there is pending before the Legislature any measure specially “granting the corporation or association any immunity, exemption, privilege or benefit or any measure providing for the creation of, or directly affecting any, contractual relations between the corporation or association and the state.”
Continue reading XPAND CONFLICT OF INTEREST BAN (S 15)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 9-29, rejected an amendment that would require that a roll call vote be held on all conference committee versions of a bill.
Continue reading REQUIRE ROLL CALL ON CONFERENCE COMMITTEE BILLS (S 15)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 5-33, rejected an amendment that would allow members 48 hours to read the conference committee version of a bill. A conference version of a bill is the compromise version that is hammered out by a joint House-Senate committee when the House and Senate approve different versions of legislation. Continue reading MORE TIME TO READ CONFERENCE COMMITTEE BILLS (S 15)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-0, adopted and sent to the House for consideration joint House-Senate rules for the 2025-2026 session.
Continue reading ADOPT JOINT HOUSE-SENATE RULES FOR 2025-2026 SESSION (S 15)
By Bob Katzen
INVESTIGATE SECURITY LAPSES AND SHORTCOMINGS (S Senate 6-32, rejected an amendment that would require the Senate Committee on Post Audit and Oversight to investigate the emergency housing assistance program’s security lapses and shortcomings which amendment supporters say have compromised public safety, health and security. Continue reading INVESTIGATE SECURITY LAPSES AND SHORTCOMINGS (S Senate 6-32
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 6-32, rejected an amendment that would have required an independent review of the emergency assistance housing program by the Inspector General, to help identify savings and potential cost recovery.
Continue reading INDEPENDENT REVIEW OF SHELTER PROGRAM (S 15)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 6-32, rejected an amendment that would require that to be eligible for benefits under the emergency assistance shelter program, an applicant must have resided in Massachusetts for twelve Continue reading 12-MONTH RESIDENCY REQUIRED (S 15)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 8-30, rejected an amendment that would require that the state prioritize giving long term shelter to legal Massachusetts residents whose initial cause of homelessness and application for shelter occurred while they were residing legally in Massachusetts.”
Continue reading PRIORITY TO BAY STATE RESIDENTS (S 15)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 38-0, approved an amendment that would require the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, in conjunction with the Massachusetts State Police, to study the feasibility of conducting a National Crime Information Center background check for each adult or beneficiary applying for the emergency shelter program. Continue reading BROADER BACKGROUND CHECKS (S 16)
City Again Earns Highest Long-Term Debt Rating from S&P Global Ratings
SOMERVILLE – Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is proud to announce that for the third year in a row, the City of Somerville has received the highest possible long-term debt rating of ‘AAA’ from S&P Global Ratings. This rating reaffirms the City’s financial strength and ensures lower borrowing costs for critical infrastructure investments that benefit residents. Continue reading Somerville Achieves AAA Bond Rating for Third Consecutive Year
Scott Gamble Obituary
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dello Russo Funeral Home – Medford on Feb. 14, 2025.
Publish in a newspaper Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Scott Gamble
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The City of Boston is removing the bus lane on Boylston St. The bus and bike lanes on busy streets in Boston and Somerville has to go. Imagine what it cost the Boston taxpayers to add the bus lane (against many taxpayers’ and business owners’ wishes) then remove it and put the parking back. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Somerville’s Broadway Bus Lane Should Go As Well
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25006942: On 2/7/25 at approximately 12:58 AM, Somerville Police responded to Assembly Row for a fight. Upon arrival, officers observed an unconscious male on the ground suffering from multiple injuries. Officers spoke with several witnesses who stated the victim was involved in a fight with two males and one female. During the fight, the suspects repeatedly punched and kicked the victim then fled the area. Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Crime Log
February 11th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online February 11th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1) Continue reading February 11th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Hi bill going to to send you of two HP spots magoon square parking lot this was noticed by me yesterday and still not cleared yet my understanding these lots are supposed to be cleared by the city. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Speakup Line: Handicap Parking Spots Blocked In
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Thank you for taking the time to learn about my story.
Local teacher here! I entered the ‘America’s Favorite Teacher’ contest run by Reader’s Digest this past fall aftering seeing the contest advertised online. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:America’s Favorite Teacher
By Bob Katzen
“The loss of these three workers is not just a statistic. It is a devastating reminder of the human cost of inadequate safety practices.”
— Massachusetts Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health (COSH) Executive Director Tatiana Sofia Begault on recent reports that three Massachusetts workers died in less than two weeks. Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES On Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell and a coalition of twelve other attorneys general issued a statement reaffirming their commitment to protecting access to gender-affirming care following a recent executive order by the Trump Administration. Continue reading ATTORNEY GENERAL CAMPBELL ON PROTECTING ACCESS TO GENDER-AFFIRMING CARE
By Bob Katzen
Gov. Healey announced more than $850,000 in grants to fund several organizations that provide job training, employment placement and post placement services for 119 young adults with disabilities. Continue reading $850,000 TO HELP YOUNG ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES
By Bob Katzen
In a radio interview on WGBH Radio (89.7 FM) with talk show hosts Jim Braude and Margery Eagan, Gov. Healey said she plans to run for reelection in 2026.
Continue reading GOV. MAURA HEALEY ANNOUNCES SHE WILL RUN FOR RE-ELECTION IN 2026
By Bob Katzen
The House 128-24, supported the ruling of the chair that a proposed amendment that would have required the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities to collaborate with ICE regarding detainers issued for dangerous criminal aliens, was beyond the scope of the shelter bill and should not be allowed on the House floor for debate. Continue reading RULING OF THE CHAIR ON ICE DETAINER AMENDMENT(H 57)
By Bob Katzen
The House 152-0, approved an amendment that would require the Healey administration to report the number of families exiting the emergency assistance housing program each week because of a durational limit. Continue reading REQUIRE REPORTS (H 57)
By Bob Katzen
The House 26-126, rejected an amendment that would require that in order to be eligible for benefits under the emergency assistance shelter program, an applicant must have resided in Massachusetts for twelve consecutive months immediately prior to the date of application. The applicant must also provide an acceptable form of verification such as tax returns; a MA REAL-ID; a utility bill, lease or mortgage; or pay stubs showing Massachusetts employment. The residency requirement would not apply to victims of domestic violence or to any person whose living situation has been affected by a fire or other natural disaster that occurred in the Bay State.
Continue reading 12-MONTH RESIDENCY REQUIRED (H 57)
By Bob Katzen
The House 26-126 rejected an amendment that would reduce funding for the emergency assistance shelter program from $425 million to $200 million.
Continue reading REDUCE FUNDING FROM $425 MILLION TO $200 MILLION
The House 26-125, rejected an amendment that would expand the background checks that the state must conduct on emergency assistance shelter applicants by mandating universal criminal background checks that include criminal records at the state, federal and international levels; immigration or residency status; and presence on international or domestic criminal watch lists.
Continue reading BROADER BACKGROUND CHECKS (H 57)
By Bob Katzen
The House 126-26, approved and sent to the Senate a fiscal 2025 supplemental budget that includes $425 million to fund the state’s family shelter system and make some changes to tighten eligibility. The vote was almost strictly along party lines with all Repubicans voting against it and all but two Democrats voting for it. The Democrats say the measure makes major reforms while the GOP says the bill does not go far enough. Continue reading $425 MILLION FOR SHELTER SYSTEM (H 57)
Maffa Way/Mystic Avenue Bridge
Superstructure Replacements Project
Public Information Meetings
What is happening?
MassDOT is hosting two in-person Public Information Meetings on February 24 in Charlestown and February 26 in Somerville. The project team will provide an overview of upcoming revisions to traffic alignments, bike paths and bus lanes at Lombardi Street, as well as an update on plans for Phase 2 construction and the Orange Line shutdown in May 2025. The meetings will feature a presentation after which attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide comments. Identical information will be presented at each meeting. Continue reading Maffa Way Mystic Ave Public Information Meetings Feb 24 and Feb 26th
Obituary
Marie Lucille Frongillo (Romano), Of Medford, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 82. Born on December 13, 1943, she was the cherished daughter of Salvatore and Rose (Cerio) Romano.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Marie Lucille Frongillo (Romano)
Obituary
Nancy B. Quinlan Of Medford, formally of Somerville passed away after a brief illness on Friday, February 7, 2025, at the age of 82. Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Eli and Irene (Walsh) Marks. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Nancy B. Quinlan
Obituary
Rose M. (Perkins) Caterino, of Somerville, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Cambridge and raised in Somerville, she was the daughter of the late Rose G. (Savina) Perkins.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Rose M. (Perkins) Caterino
Obituary
Joan M. Marks of Somerville passed away on February 3, 2025, at the age of 84. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert E. Marks. Joan was a devoted mother to Robert Marks and his wife Christine, Doreen Warren, Richard Marks, and the late David J. Marks, whose surviving wife is Catherine Marks. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joan M. Marks
Obituary
Testa, Margaret (Rebello) – Of Loxley, Alabama formerly of Medford and Cambridge, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was 83.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Margaret (Rebello) Testa
Obituary
David Meichle passed away unexpectedly January 31, 2025 at the age of 37. He is survived by his parents, Linda Barton, and Michael Meichle (Kathy), brother John Meichle (Stacy), niece Isabelle Meichle, grandmother Lois Barton, uncles Kim Meichle and Mark Barton (Patricia), aunts Deborah Meichle Brucker (Tom), Sonja Meichle Johnson (Dave), and various cousins.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering David Meichle
By Barbara Allys
“I love getting people of different ages and backgrounds together to sing,” says Stacie Clayton, founder and director of the annual Community Gospel Choir concerts, which have been held in honor of Black History Month almost every February since 2005. Continue reading COMMUNITY GOSPEL CONCERTS CELEBRATE THEIR 20TH YEAR
The annual Community Gospel Choir Concert in honor of Black History Month will take place Sunday, February 23, 5 pm at the Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Avenue, Davis Square in Somerville. Continue reading Black History Month Event In Somerville
It is with great sadness Vera Marie D’Angeli (Jennings) passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025. Vera was predeceased by her parents Evelyn and Harold Jennings. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Vera Marie D’Angeli (Jennings)
After a highly successful December debut, PR Productions is thrilled to announce the return of Broadway Supper Club, an exciting live entertainment and dining experience celebrating the music and stories of Broadway performers. The next performance will take place on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 8 PM at Premiere on Broadway, located at 517 Broadway, Somerville, MA. Tickets are available for $35. Continue reading “Broadway Supper Club” Returns to Premiere on Broadway Somerville with an all new show!
February 4th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online February 4th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1) Continue reading February 4th 2025 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
Obituary
Margaret M. (Henebury) Figgins of Medford, formerly of Somerville, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025 after living a full and wonderful life. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Margaret M. (Henebury) Figgins
Obituary
Barbara (Kearns) Oliphant, 93, of Bedford NH, formerly of Somerville and Medford MA, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Bedford Hills, in Bedford NH.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Barbara (Kearns) Oliphant
Obituary
Charles P. Howard – Of Medford, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. He was 90 years old.
Born in Boston, he was the son beloved of the late Frank L. Howard and Gladys (Bradly) Howard.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Charles P. Howard
Obituary
Rita M. Gearon, a lifelong resident of Somerville, MA, passed away on January 29, 2025. Born and raised in Somerville, she was the beloved daughter of the late John Gearon and Margaret Corbett. Rita was a devoted sister to her eight late siblings: Patrick Gearon, John Gearon, Alice Robinson, Margret Furlong, Agnes Tracy, Mary Stanton, Anna Gearon, And Francis (Sonny) Gearon. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Rita M. Gearon
Obituary
Joan M. (Shaw) Coakley, RN -Of Woburn and Falmouth formerly of Somerville, 81,January 30th.
Beloved wife of 57 years to Paul G. Coakley. Devoted mother of Kevin P. Coakley and his wife Paula of Woburn, and Brian G. Coakley and his partner Sarah Hebert of Newry, ME. Cherished grandmother of Katarina Coakley and Olivia Coakley. Dear sister-in-law of Ellen E. Smith and aunt of Michael Smith and Maureen Homan. Dearest lifelong friend of Nancy Welch of Naples, Fl.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joan M. (Shaw) Coakley
Arrest
25003929: On 1/22/25 at approximately 12:46 PM, Somerville Police responded to East Cambridge Savings Bank (285 Highland Ave) for a robbery. Upon arrival, officers were given a suspect description and were informed that the suspect left in a taxi cab. Officers quickly located the taxi and conducted a stop. The suspect was identified placed under arrest. Officers confiscated a knife from the suspect and recovered $80 tucked in the seats of the taxi.
Continue reading Somerville Police Department Weekly Crime Report
By Bob Katzen
“The number one issue facing the American people is high costs. The President’s tariffs represent nothing more than a giant price hike on the cost of groceries, clothes, phones, housing and energy. Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES On Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
The Healey Administration today announced $325,000 in grants to restore approximately 520 acres of wildlife habitat across Massachusetts. The Department of Fish and Game’s (DFG) Division of Fisheries and Wildlife is awarding grants to several organizations through the Habitat Continue reading $325,000 TO RESTORE CRITICAL WILDLIFE HABITAT
By Bob Katzen
The Healey administration and the Massachusetts Broadband Institute announced $19 million in grants to support participants of the Digital Equity Partnerships Program. The funds will support active digital equity projects focused on delivering training, resources and broadband infrastructure to Massachusetts residents.
Supporters say these projects will distribute upwards of 500 devices, expand the Apartment Wi-Fi program by 4,000 units and increase digital access for nearly 20,000 residents across the state. Continue reading $19 MILLION FOR STATEWIDE DIGITAL EQUITY EFFORTS
By Bob Katzen
State Treasurer Deb Goldberg announced that February 1 is National Unclaimed Property Day. She urges all residents to go to findmassmoney.gov or call 888-344-MASS (6277) to see if they can claim any of the $3.4 billion the state is holding in unclaimed money. Continue reading CELEBRATE” UNCLAIMED PROPERTY DAY
By Bob Katzen
Tech Goes Home (TGH) and Ameelio, two non-profits dedicated to closing the digital divide, announced the receipt of a $6 million grant with more than $4 million earmarked to bring digital skills courses to more than 3,600 adults and youth housed in county jails and Department of Youth Services facilities in the Bay State.
Most prisons have limited and outdated technology, making it difficult for individuals to acclimate to the rapidly advancing digital world upon release. Continue reading $6 MILLION FOR PROVIDING PRISONERS WITH TECH SKILLS
By Bob Katzen
DON’T MISS THIS EVENT – Join Massachusetts energy leaders in government, industry and advocacy at the MCLE in Boston on March 26 for an important discussion about the state’s energy policy and its goals for a net-zero future, hosted by the State House News Service. With the return of a new Trump administration and policies hindering wind power development, the state’s plan to expand its offshore wind portfolio faces uncertainty. Continue reading DON’T MISS THIS EVENT – Join Massachusetts energy leaders in government, industry and advocacy at the MCLE in Boston on March 26
By Bob Katzen
The Healey Administration announced the awarding of $712,500 to support the wellbeing of first responders. The grants are designed to ensure that services are available to members of law enforcement and other emergency responders in the aftermath of a traumatic incident in the line of duty. Continue reading $712,500 FOR WELLBEING OF FIRST RESPONDERS
By Bob Katzen
Gov. Maura Healey filed legislation, dubbed by her as the Municipal Empowerment Act, that would allow cities and towns to increase local taxes on meals, lodging and vehicle registration; Continue reading LOCAL OPTIONS INCLUDING TAX HIKES FOR CITIES AND TOWNS
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