By Bob Katzen
A bill lowering the voting age from 18 to 16 in the city of Boston for local municipal elections will soon be on its way to the Legislature after being approved 9-4 by the Boston City Council. This “home rule petition” needs the signature of Mayor Michelle Wu, approval by the House and Senate and finally the signature of Gov. Baker before it becomes law. Continue reading LOWER VOTING AGE TO 16
By Bob Katzen
The House gave initial approval to a Senate-approved bill declaring every October 2nd as School Custodian Day, in recognition of “the dedicated contributions provided by school custodians to ensure children of the commonwealth have clean, healthy and safe learning environments.” Continue reading SCHOOL CUSTODIAN DAY (S 2126)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 38-0, approved an amendment that would allow Massachusetts residents who are serving in the armed forces overseas and their families as well as any Massachusetts citizen living in a foreign country, to cast their vote electronically through a secure online portal.
Continue reading OVERSEAS VOTING
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 12-26, rejected an amendment that would require all employers to give each worker two hours of paid time off per election to vote. The employee could use that two hours to vote early in-person, vote by mail or vote on Election Day. The amendment would replace a current law that is narrower and requires the worker to apply for a leave of absence in order to vote and only allows the worker to vote during the two hours after the polls open on Election Day. Continue reading GIVE WORKERS PAID TIME OFF TO VOTE (S 2545)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 7-31, rejected an amendment that would allow voters to choose to become a permanent voter by mail for all future elections, a temporary voter by mail for all elections in a calendar year or a temporary voter by mail for one specific election. Continue reading PERMANENT VOTING BY MAIL OPTION (S 2545)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 13-25, rejected an amendment that would require each city and town to have at least one ballot drop box for voters to deposit their ballots from the day the ballots are printed and available to voters until the polls close on Election Day. Continue reading DROP BOXES FOR VOTERS (S 2545)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 37-3, approved and Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law a conference committee version of a bill making permanent the mail-in and early voting options used in Massachusetts in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The House and Senate had approved different versions of the bill and a conference committee hammered out this compromise version which did not include the section allowing same day voter registration that was in the Senate version but not in the House one. Continue reading ELECTION LAW CHANGES (S 2924)
Open Positions: Three
Term: Three years; with a possibility of renewing for up to one more three-year term. Continue reading Somerville Arts Council Seeks Three New Seeks Members
BARRY’S OBITUARY
Hiltz, Barry H. -Of Wilmington, passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, November 30th. He was 64. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Barry H. Hiltz
JULIE’S OBITUARY
Julie J. Daniels, of Lynn and formerly of Somerville, passed away on November 25, 2022, she was 58. Born in Cambridge and raised in Somerville, Julie was the cherished daughter of the late Dorothy (Appleby) and John “Sonny” Joseph Daniels, Jr. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Julie J. Daniels
ELIZABETH’S OBITUARY
Elizabeth Ann “Betty” (Petagna) Silvestri, of Somerville, passed away on December 2nd, 2022 peacefully at her home. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Elizabeth A. Silvestri
By Arthur Moore
Since we have so many committees for almost anything here, it would be one that if Somerville continues on it’s currant trend of making the seniors and handicapped lives miserable here and not allow them the everyday freedoms they need and deserve then they should at least help them to relocate to a place where they can regain their freedom and pursue a chance to have some quality of life. Continue reading Somerville Committee For Relocation for Seniors and Handicapped
Let Russo’s Flooring and Interiors help educate you on your next flooring project.
Here is a look at halls and stairs in Malden Ma.
This is not your traditional look commercial Carpet.
This is a multi color carpet installed over a 40oz synthetic pad which give a great feel when walking and long-term wear and tear. This carpet incorporates the colors in your home. Continue reading Russo’s Flooring and Interiors
Boston and Somerville can have Prince William and Princess Kate, we have Queen Elsa, Princess Anna, Olaf and Santa!
What an incredible Winter Extravaganza! Huge thank you to everyone who celebrated the season with us. Continue reading Medford Winter Extravaganza
By William Tauro
What ever happened to the old saying “Measure twice and cut once? Well this is what’s going on at Holland Street in Somerville! Apparently they put the wrong grade level on the asphalt only a few months ago after the job had been done, and now they are cutting it up and doing it again!
I say fire the incompetent asshole Somerville project supervisor from Somerville who approved it! Continue reading Measure Twice And Cut Once Is A Thing Of The Past In Somerville
By William Tauro
Looks like the city couldn’t take the heat! 😝 Yes … there is a Santa Claus … and a whole lot of Christians still in Somerville – there will be a Christmas Tree Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Somerville Will Now Have A Christmas Tree
Looking to have your property plowed this season? Contact me at @str8edge_services for a free quote and seasonal flat rate deals before it cost you more once the snow hits the floor…. Commercial Lots & Residential Driveways… #str8edgeservices #str8edgeplowing #plowingservices #somervillema #cambridgema #commercial #residential Continue reading STR-8-Edge Plowing Services (617)792-3666
By William Tauro
Accident here last night (Wednesday) on top of Cameron Ave…
Just imagine if a person was sitting on the bench or even standing on that island? These ridiculous useless and dangerous islands are being constructed all across our city putting motorist and pedestrians in danger everyday! Continue reading New City Islands Posing Dangerous Threats To Motorist and Pedestrians Across City
What started as a love affair with cars as a young boy working at his father’s gas station has turned into 50 years of serving the greater Boston community with all of their automobile
needs. Continue reading Johns Auto Sales Celebrating 50 Years of Business!
A few years ago The MHS Class of 1965
Initiated the BuspassBookbag Fund for selected students for Bus Passes to school and school supplies. The group maintains the Fund annually by a Brunch and donations remembering tough times. Continue reading Medford Lions Club News: MHS 1965 Bus pass Group/ Lions Join Paws!!
By William Tauro
Since when does the city become landlords? The city is overstepping it’s boundaries! That’s how corruption begins! Continue reading Letter from the Editor: The City of Somerville Overstepping It’s Boundaries
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Throughout this week all companies are rotating through familiarization training with the new Green Line MBTA stations in preparation for their opening in a few weeks. Each station presents its own unique challenges that our firefighters are planning for in order to be of best service to MBTA riders. Continue reading Somerville Firefighters Familiarization Training With New Green Line MBTA Stations
By William Tauro
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and patients of Dr. David Menon on his sudden passing this past Monday. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Dr. David D. Menon, MD
November 29th, 2022 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online November 29th, 2022 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (1)
By William Tauro
This will be the first year in Somerville’s history without a Christmas tree at the City Hall Concourse! When will this madness end?
First they took away our Veteran’s Monuments, then our Memorial Day Parade, our parking spaces, then they’re trying to take away our cars and now they’ve taken away our City Hall Christmas Tree! What’s next? Continue reading Letter from the Editor: NO TREE FOR YOU!
Holiday Lighting & Santa Visit, Menorah Lighting,
Self-Guided & Bike Illuminations Tours, and Citywide Caroling
SOMERVILLE – All are invited to join Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and City staff for Somerville’s 2022 holiday celebrations throughout the month of December.
Holiday Lighting & Santa Visit
We’ll kick off on Thursday, December 8, with the Holiday Lighting on the City Hall Concourse, followed by a meet-and-greet with Santa Claus in the Somerville High School Cafeteria. All children who attend will receive a special gift from Santa and will have an opportunity to take a photo with Old St. Nick. Activities begin at 5:00 p.m. with live entertainment prior to the official lighting of the City Hall Concourse. Santa Claus will, as always, be escorted by the Somerville Fire and Police Departments making his grand entrance atop a shiny red fire truck. Light refreshments will be served. Continue reading Celebrate the Holidays in Somerville in December
SOMERVILLE – Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville Housing Division are pleased to announce two affordable rental opportunities: one 4-bedroom unit at 126 Cross St. and one 2-bedroom unit at 29 Alpine St. Income-eligible households with a combined gross income at or below 50% of the Median Family Income (Cross St.) or between 81% and 110% of the Median Family Income (Alpine St.) will be eligible to apply.
About 126 Cross St.: One income-restricted four-bedroom unit is available at 126 Cross St., a three-story, six-unit building near the new East Somerville MBTA Green Line station and the Capuano Early Childhood Center. Amenities include in-unit laundry, central A/C, stainless steel appliances, white granite countertops, modern tiled bathrooms, and a private deck. Common areas include an entryway mail area and a bike storage room. Residents will have access to a basement, and storage units are planned to be added in the future. All utilities are included in the rent. On-street parking is available by permit. Continue reading Two Affordable Rental Opportunities: 126 Cross St. and 29 Alpine St.
Because this winter begins in an even-numbered year, snow emergency parking will be on the even side of the street all winter, unless posted signage says differently. Check street signs in your neighborhood so you know where you can park ahead of winter weather. Continue reading Prepare for the 2022/2023 Snow Season by Reviewing Parking Rules, Signing Up for Alerts
By Bob Katzen
“As energy costs go up this winter, we want to make sure families know that help is out there to put food on the table and keep the lights on in their homes. We’re grateful to Project Bread and our regional food banks and pantries for partnering with us to educate residents on how they can access the financial assistance and support they need.” Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES On Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
The House and Senate gave final approval to and sent to Gov. Baker legislation that would repeal current state laws which create professional licensure consequences for anyone who defaults on their student loan. Under existing law, a borrower’s state-issued professional or occupational certificate, registration or license can be suspended, revoked or cancelled if the borrower is in default on an education loan. Continue reading PROHIBIT REVOCATION OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSES (H 5195)
By Bob Katzen
Bill (S 691) – Shipped off to a study committee was a bill that would permit pharmacists to issue insulin to patients in emergency situations, which is described as an event in which authorization for the dispensing of insulin may not be readily obtained from a doctor or other practitioner. The pharmacist would be limited to providing the insulin every six months per individual.
Continue reading ALLOW PHARMACISTS TO GIVE INSULIN IN AN EMERGENCY
By Bob Katzen
The House 32-126, rejected an amendment to a current law that imposes up to a $10,000 fine and/or up to a 5-year prison sentence on anyone who knowingly engages in any type of voting fraud including illegally registering to vote; illegally voting or attempting to vote; voting more than once; and aiding and abetting a person who is illegally voting. The amendment would raise the fine to up to $20,000. Continue reading RAISE PENALTIES FOR VOTER FRAUD
By Bob Katzen
The House 32-126, rejected an amendment that would require voters to show a federal or Massachusetts picture identification at their polling places in order to be allowed to vote. The state would also be required to establish a waiver of the fee for obtaining the ID for indigent persons. Continue reading REQUIRE VOTER ID (H 4359)
By Bob Katzen
The House 32-126, rejected an amendment that would require voters to show a federal or Massachusetts picture identification at their polling places in order to be allowed to vote. The state would also be required to establish a waiver of the fee for obtaining the ID for indigent persons. Continue reading REQUIRE VOTER ID (H 4359)
By Bob Katzen
The House 31-127, rejected an amendment that would prohibit any city or town from requiring that a voter show proof of vaccination as a condition of entering a polling place to vote or to register to vote. Continue reading PROOF OF VACCINATION
By Bob Katzen
The House 93-64, approved an amendment to a measure that would implement same day registration (SDR) that allows people to register to vote at the polls on Election Day and on any of the early voting days prior to the election. The amendment would replace SDR with a requirement that Secretary of State Bill Galvin complete a study that would analyze the cost of the proposed policy to the state, cities and towns and what it would take for local city and town clerks to implement SDR. Continue reading REPLACE SAME DAY REGISTRATION PROPOSAL WITH A STUDY (H 4359)
By Bob Katzen
The House 126-29, approved and Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law a conference committee version of a bill making permanent the mail-in and early voting options used in Massachusetts in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The House and Senate had approved different versions of the bill and a conference committee hammered out a compromise version which did not include the controversial section allowing same day voter registration that was in the Senate version but not in the House one. Continue reading ELECTION LAW CHANGES (S 2924)
By Karen Glover
As we all have been made very aware, The Woke People are quite hypersensitive regarding semantics. They focus on meaningless semantics that have no relevance to the harsh reality of complex issues; but that being said, let’s be cognizant to the hypersensitive virtue signaling sensitivity of The Woke People. The Woke People spend a great deal of time and energy posting commentaries chastising the rest of us rude, insensitive, horrible people to never to refer to homeless people as “homeless.” The Woke People think (and this is using the word “think” loosely) the word “homeless” is insulting and demeaning. Continue reading SOMERVILLE REDLINE DAVIS SQUARE MBTA TRAIN AND BUS STATION DOUBLES AS A “ROUND THE CLOCK” CLUBHOUSE FOR “PEOPLE WHO LIVE OUTSIDE”{OUR HOMELESS POPULATION)
Rita F. Doty Obituary
We are sad to announce that on November 22, 2022, at the age of 77, Rita F. Doty of Cambridge, Massachusetts passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Rita F. Doty
By Arthur Moore
Our mayor wants us to do our Christmas shopping here in Somerville. Like shop in the squares of Somerville. Now this is something we did here many years ago which many of us older folks remember well. Continue reading The Mayor and Christmas Shopping in Somerville
Now until in of year Christmas special 25’ flagpole complete with revolving truck 4” gold ball 4×6 American flag installed $1250 . Looking for that unique gift. Continue reading Old Glory Flagpole Company
Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Why Is Somerville Brainwashing Our Students With a “White Washed“ version of THANKSGIVING?
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Did you see this message that was sent out to all parents today from the West Somerville Neighborhood School (WSNS)?
It’s an email we received from west Somerville neighborhood school from the principal of the school! I’m bullshit Billy! Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Why Is Somerville Brainwashing Our Students With a “White Washed“ version of THANKSGIVING? Seriously?
NANCY’S OBITUARY
Nancy L. Fennelly of Malden, died on November 7, 2022, at Winchester Hospital, less than five months from the death of her beloved wife Donna Gildersleeve. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Nancy L. Fennelly
EDWARD’S OBITUARY
Smith, Edward W. of North Reading formerly of Cambridge, passed away on November 18, 2022 at the VA Hospital in West Roxbury. He was 76.
Born and raised in Cambridge to the late John E. Smith and Margaret (McCusker) Hughes and her husband John. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Edward W Smith
John E. Elwell – of Somerville, passed away on November 16, 2022, he was 36. Born in Melrose and raised in Somerville he was the beloved son of the late John and Catherine Joyce (Moran) Elwell. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering John E. Elwell
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James A. Donnellan, III, of Somerville, passed away on November 19, 2022, he was 73. Born in Quincy, but raised in Somerville he was the cherished son of the late Marjorie (Riley) and James A. Donnellan, Jr. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering James A. Donnellan, III
ancy L. Fennelly of Malden, died on November 7, 2022, at Winchester Hospital, less than five months from the death of her beloved wife Donna Gildersleeve. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Nancy L. Fennelly
By Karen Glover
Sound Familiar? … as in…THE BIRDS…the 1963 fictional horror film by the Master, Alfred Hitchcock. Maybe your initial reaction is this comparison is certainly far-fetched…but is it? Hopefully, after reading the observations and facts gleaned from various published articles and commentary, you may readily agree with thousands of Somerville Citizens who are victimized on a daily basis by this out-of-control diseased RAT infestation. Continue reading THE RATS!!! SOMERVILLE, MA OUR REAL LIFE RODENT HORROR STORY!!!
On Saturday, November 19th, 2022, Somerville Police control received a call for a fight occurring at Montaje apartments, located at 449 Canal Street. Officers Campers, Pavao, Lorenti, Messaoudi, and I were all dispatched to that location. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories:(A&B w/ Dangerous Weapon) Victim Struck In Face With Shovel
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Dear Mayor Ballantyne:
At several of the city’s Envisioning 90 Washington Street listen sessions you encouraged attendees to “think like a Mayor.” I am intrigued by this encouragement as I was when your predecessor used to encourage his development staff to “be abnormal”? Both Mayoral encouragements are top of mind in writing you this request.
If I were to think like a Mayor, I would take to heart the words of Albert Einstein when he said, “whoever is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted with important matters.” Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: RE: 90 Washington St. City Plan
“If you or anyone you know has interest in serving on a committee or working with us in this administration, I encourage you to get involved. I will say out loud, we are not above poaching. So if you have talent, be prepared to share.”
—Lt. Governor-Elect Kim Driscoll, head of the Maura Healey transition team planning for the transition from the Baker Administration to the Healey Administration. Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES On Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
Legislation that would allow Lottery winners to request that their name, address and other identifying information not be disclosed by the Lottery Commission has died in a study committee. The measure also requires the Lottery Commission to inform a winning ticket holder of their right not to have their personal information disclosed to the public. Another provision gives winners the right to refuse to perform any public action in connections with the awarding, payment or collection of prize money. Continue reading PRIVACY OF LOTTERY WINNERS (S 223)
By Bob Katzen
A bill that would require all mobile phones sold or leased in Massachusetts to disclose the dangers of mobile phones clearly and conspicuously on product packaging has died after being shuttled off to a study committee. The notice to consumers would read: “To assure safety, the Federal Government requires that cell phones meet radio frequency (RF) exposure guidelines. Continue reading CELL PHONE SAFETY (S 187)
By Bob Katzen
Governor Baker signed into law a bill that would allow fully licensed speech pathologists to be granted a provisional license to practice in Massachusetts during their 36-month fellowship. Currently, Massachusetts is one of only eight states that does not provide a provisional license that allows their students to begin practicing during their fellowship. Continue reading SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS (H 5094)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate approved legislation that would repeal current state laws which create professional licensure consequences for anyone who defaults on their student loan. Under existing law, a borrower’s state-issued professional or occupational certificate, registration or license can be suspended, revoked or cancelled if the borrower is in default on an education loan. The House has already approved the measure and only final approval is necessary in each branch prior to the measure going to Gov. Charlie Baker.
Continue reading PROHIBIT REVOCATION OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSES IF A PERSON DEFAULTS ON A STUDENT LOAN (H 5195)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 7-31, rejected an amendment that would reduce the short-term capital gains tax from 12 percent to 5 percent; increase the no-income tax status threshold from $8,000 to $12,500; and increase the rental deduction cap from $3,000 to $5,000, instead of just to $4,000 which the original bill provides. Continue reading MORE TAX RELIEF (S 3018)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 10-30, rejected a tax reduction amendment that would provide a 3-month suspension of the 24-cents-per-gallon gas tax; reduce from 12 percent to 5 percent the short-term capital gains tax rate; double the dependent care tax credit from $240 to $480 for one qualifying individual and to $960 for two or more individuals; increase the rental deduction cap from $3,000 to $5,000; increase the threshold for “no tax status” to $12,400 for single filers and $24,800 for joint filers; and double the maximum Senior Circuit Breaker Credit. Continue reading TAX CUTS BILL #(S 4)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 4-35 rejected an amendment that would reduce from 20 percent to 10 percent the proposed gaming excise tax for in-person betting and from 35 percent to 12.5 percent the tax for mobile bets and daily fantasy sports. Continue reading REDUCE GAMING TAX (S 2844)
City of Somerville, Somerville Public Schools, City Council, Somerville School Committee
November 20, 2022
By now, many of you have already heard reports from Colorado Springs, Colorado about a fatal shooting at an LGBTQ+ nightclub. The shooting is currently being investigated as a hate crime, and rightfully so. Continue reading Joint Statement on the Club Q Mass Shooting in Colorado
Monday, 11/21: Neighborhood Meeting – 45 Mystic Avenue
Tuesday, 11/22: Racial & Social Justice Comm. Visioning Focus Group (Ward 6)
Thursday, 11/24: Thanksgiving Day (City offices closed)
Friday, 11/25: Day After Thanksgiving (City offices closed)
Monday, 11/28: Narcan Distribution at Davis Square Statue Park
Wednesday, 11/30: Updated COVID-19 Booster Clinic
Thursday, 12/1: Household Hazardous (HHW) Drop-Off Continue reading OTHER EVENTS AND DATES
Somerville’s Office of Immigrant Affairs and Project Citizenship are co-hosting Citizenship Day. Continue reading Citizenship Day, December 8
Join Somerville’s Prevention Services division and the communities of Everett, Arlington, and Lexington (known as the S.E.A.L MassCALL3 cluster) for a virtual Community Data Share Back & Discussion event on Thursday, December 1, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The presentation will outline data obtained from the needs assessment process each community completed regarding youth substance misuse trends. Continue reading Get Updated on Youth Substance Misuse & Prevention Data
Scattered pieces from a scrabble game on top of the game board Continue reading Multiple Teen Spaces Open in Somerville for Fall & Winter 2022
The City will host a free COVID-19 booster clinic for Somerville seniors and their caregivers on Thursday, December 2, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Somerville Council on Aging, located at 167 Holland Street. Continue reading COVID-19 Booster Clinic for Seniors
Give the gift of song, or light up Somerville with your best and brightest holiday display. Residents and business owners can now sign up to be featured on the Illuminations tour map for community members to take deconstructed tours on their own time. The deadline to sign up is Monday, December 5. A digital tour map will be available to the public on the Somerville Arts Council website starting Thursday, December 8, through Thursday, January 1. Register your home or business. Continue reading Sing and Decorate Your Business or Home for Illuminations 2022
George F. Mendonca, Jr., of Malden and formerly of Somerville, passed away suddenly at work on November 18, 2022, he was 61. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering George F. Mendonca, Jr.
SOMERVILLE – Join Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, the Somerville Department of Health and Human Services, and the Somerville High School Gender and Sexuality Awareness Alliance (GSAA) on Tuesday, November 22, at 3 p.m. for a Transgender Day of Remembrance ceremony and flag raising in honor of those who have lost their lives to violence. Continue reading Somerville to Observe Transgender Day of Remembrance, Tuesday, November 22
Binder, Rita (Tousignant)- Of Somerville, passed away at home on November 13, 2022. She was 91.
Born in Franklin, NH to the late Leon A. and Florence (Alluisis) Tousignant. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Rita Binder
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9:30 am – 1:30 pm • 191 Highland Ave
Brought to you by The Center for Arts at the Armory Continue reading Somerville Winter Farmers Market Every Saturday, November 5-April 8
Joseph F. McPherson of Burlington, Massachusetts
December 20, 1957 – November 17, 2022
McPherson, Joseph F. – Of Burlington, formerly of Somerville, passed away on November 17, 2022. Beloved husband of Anne-Marie (Viola) McPherson. Loving father of Ryan McPherson and his wife Lynne of Burlington and Matthew McPherson of Cambridge. Dear brother of William, Robert, James and Edward McPherson, Mary Graham, the late Cindy McPherson and Joseph’s twin brother John McPherson. Cherished grandfather of Chase, Marin and Rose. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Joseph F. McPherson
Union has been without a contract since July while still working 24/7 to keep the students, workers and visitors safe on campus
Continue reading MIT POLICE ASSOCIATION CALLS ON UNIVERSITY TO SETTLE CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS
By William Tauro
Medford High School Football team shows an act of kindness by helping rake a yard full of leaves for a senior citizen. Just a shout out and a big thank you from Ken Swift! Continue reading Medford High School Football Team Showing Acts of Kindness for Our Seniors
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On 11/09/2022, I , Officer Joseph S. Teves was working at the intersection of Medford Street and Central Street, assisting with an unfilled crossing guard post. While in the course of my duties I observed an individual on a black motorcycle travelling southbound on Central Street approaching the intersection that I was posted at. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Receive Stolen Property, Unregistered MV, Unlicensed Op, Attaching Wrong Plates)
On Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at 12:43 P.M., XXXX, an employee of XXX called Somerville Police Control to report that he had learned from a business associate that someone was trying to sell a stolen automatic scrubber that belonged to his company. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Receive Stolen Property) (Norwood Warrant)
The Following is a brief summary to incident/investigation #22064740.
Members of the Somerville Police Community Action Team have been conducting an investigation regarding illegal drug activity that was allegedly occurring in the area of XX Oxford Street. This narcotic investigation was started due to an email Ward X City Councilor XXXX sent to Somerville’s Chief of Police Charles Femino. In this email Councilor XXXX notified Chief Femino that a number of his constituents reached out to him concerned about what they believe to be ongoing drug-dealing at and around the area of XX Oxford St. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Possess Class D to Distribute, Drug Distribute Class D)
On November 12, 2022 I was in full uniform working for the Somerville Police Department in a patrol capacity. At 8:52 P.M., I was dispatched to XX Walnut Road #X for a report of male who kicked the back door in and had entered the home. While on the way to the scene, dispatch lost contact with the reporting party. Multiple other units responded as backup. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Larceny, Armed Burglary)
On Sunday, November 13, 2022, at 6:08pm, Somerville Dispatch received a call regarding a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Broadway and Mt. Vernon Street.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: (Possess Class B) (Saugus Warrant)
By Bob Katzen
With 95 percent of the votes counted, voters, by a narrow 52 percent to 48 percent margin (Yes – 1,229,630 votes. No – 1,134,238 votes) approved Question 1 – a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow a graduated income tax in Massachusetts and impose an additional 4 percent income tax, in addition to the current flat 5 percent one, on taxpayers’ earnings of more than $1 million annually. Language in the amendment requires that “subject to appropriation” the revenue will go to fund quality public education, affordable public colleges and universities, and for the repair and maintenance of roads, bridges and public transportation. Continue reading This Week’s QUOTABLE QUOTES On Beacon Hill
By Bob Katzen
The House gave initial approval to and sent to the Senate a bill that would create a special commission to review current federal, state and local laws and procedures governing the use and misuse of service animals by individuals with disabilities in the Bay State. Continue reading MISREPRESENTATION OF A SERVICE ANIMAL
By Bob Katzen
The House sent to a study committee a bill that would gradually, over a 5-year period, raise the age that some defendants could be charged as juveniles. Currently, only youths who are under 18 can be charged as a juvenile. The bill would raise the age so that a defendant can be charged as a juvenile to include 18- 19- and 20-year-olds. Continue reading RAISE THE AGE OF JUVENILE JURISDICTION FOR SOME CRIMES
By Bob Katzen
The House sent to a study committee a bill that that would ban the marriage of anyone under the age of 18. Current law allows minors to get married if they have parental consent. Bills that are sent to a study committee bills are rarely actually studied and are essentially defeated. It is a way to kill a proposal without holding a vote on the bill itself. Continue reading BAN CHILD MARRIAGE (H 1709)
By Bob Katzen
The House and Senate approved and sent to Gov. Baker a bill that would allow fully licensed speech pathologists to be granted a provisional license to practice in Massachusetts during their 36-month fellowship. Currently, Massachusetts is one of only eight states that does not provide a provisional license that allows their students to begin practicing during their fellowship.
Continue reading SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS (H 5094)
By Bob Katzen
Governor Charlie Baker signed into law a $3.76 billion spending bill to fund an economic development package and a supplemental budget to close out the state’s books on fiscal 2022.
Continue reading $3.76 BILLION SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PACKAGE
By Bob Katzen
The House and Senate approved and sent to Gov. Charlie Baker a conference committee version of a bill that would place into state law a current state policy regulation designed to ensure preservation of open space lands protected under Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution by ensuring there be no net loss of conservation land when a city, town or the state acquires conservation space and uses it to build on or develop. Continue reading PRESERVE OPEN SPACE (S H 5381)
By Bob Katzen
The House 154-0, approved and sent to the Senate a $4.2 billion economic development package which provides $500 million one-time tax rebates to an estimated 2 million eligible people. A $250 rebate would go, by September 30, to individual taxpayers and a $500 rebate to married taxpayers. Eligibility will be determined by annual income reported in 2021, with the minimum income required to be $38,000, and the maximum $100,000 for individual filers and $150,000 for joint filers. Continue reading $4.2 BILLION ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PACKAGE AND TAX CUTS (H 5077)
By Bob Katzen
The House 29-127, rejected an amendment that would provide a tax rebate to farmers for the cost of fuel taxes paid for the operation of farm equipment from July 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022.
Continue reading FARM FUEL TAX REBATE (H 4700)
By William Tauro
This is what our local state officials think of our Somerville residents by voting against driver’s tax breaks! Just look how our representatives here in Somerville voted against it! Just look at their names and remember them! Remember in November!
GAS TAX SUSPENSION (H 4700)
By Bob Katzen
House 32-124, rejected an amendment that would have suspended the state’s 24-cents-per-gallon gas tax for 60 days. The measure also requires the state to use money from its General Fund to cover transportation costs, normally funded by the gas tax, such as road and bridge maintenance, during the two-month holiday. Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Local Elected Officials Oppose Gas Tax Suspension
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By William Tauro
This is what our local state officials think of our Somerville seniors by voting against senior’s tax breaks! Just look how our representatives here in Somerville voted against it! Just look at their names and remember them! Remember in November!
INCREASE TAX BREAK FOR SENIORS (H 4700)
House 31-125, rejected an amendment that would increase by $1,005 (from $750 to $1,755) the maximum tax credit which seniors over 65 who qualify, can receive under the Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Credit Law. The law applies to seniors with homes valued at less than $884,000 and who earn $62,000 or less for a single individual who is not the head of a household; $78,000 for a head of household; and $93,000 for married couples filing a joint return. Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Our Local Elected Officials Voted against Tax Breaks For Our Seniors
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By Bob Katzen
The House 31-125, rejected an amendment that would increase by $1,005 (from $750 to $1,755) the maximum tax credit which seniors over 65 who qualify, can receive under the Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Credit Law. Continue reading INCREASE TAX BREAK FOR SENIORS (H 4700)
By Bob Katzen
The House 29-127, rejected an amendment that would reduce the short-term capital gains tax from 12 percent to 5 percent.
Continue reading REDUCE CAPITAL GAINS TAX FROM 12 PERCENT TO 5 PERCENT (H 4700)
By Bob Katzen
The House 30-126, rejected an amendment that would exempt the first $2 million of the value of a person’s estate from the state’s estate/death tax that a person is required to pay following their death before distribution to any beneficiary. Continue reading REDUCE ESTATE/DEATH TAX (H 4700)
BETTY’S OBITUARY
Murphy, Bridget fondly called Betty (née Davenport) Of Somerville, formerly of Doolin, County Clare Ireland passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, November 7, 2022. She was 92. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Betty (Davenport) Murphy
ZAKWANI’S OBITUARY
Gibbs, Zakwani– Of Somerville, passed away unexpectedly on November 8, 2022. He was 23 years young. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Zakwani Isaac Gibbs
Margaret (Peggy) T. Brennan, lifelong resident of Somerville, passed away peacefully on Nov.9 at home with family at her side. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Margaret (Peggy) T. Brennan
This virtual public meeting will provide an overview of the Davis Station Accessibility Improvements Project, which is currently in design. Continue reading MBTA Virtual Public Meeting – Davis Station, November 16
As the leaves continue to fall, there are ways you can help keep our waterways clean. Compost, mulch, or bag leaves for curbside pick-up. Yard waste collection ends on Friday, December 9. Do not rake leaves into the street or down storm drains. Continue reading Bag, Compost, or Mulch Your Leaves This Fall
The Somerville Community Preservation Committee (CPC) invites residents to share their feedback on current applications for the Committee’s general public open seat. Continue reading Give Feedback on Community Preservation Committee Applicants
Registration is open for the Teen Center at the Edgerly Education Center (33 Cross St.), operated by the Somerville Parks & Recreation Department. A Teen Center membership provides teens access to a safe space to hang out with friends with amenities including a gym, computer room, music room, and daily snacks, activities, and programming. Continue reading Registration for Teen Center Memberships Now Open
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Starting November 15, Somerville small business owners can apply for forgivable loans of up to $15,000 to assist with financial losses related to COVID-19. Continue reading Somerville Announces Small Business Recovery Funding
THERESA’S OBITUARY
Dwyer, Theresa M. (Tierney)– Of Medford, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, November 11, 2022. She was 95. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Theresa M. Dwyer
The Chevalier Theatre Organ Society’s 20-year effort to restore and install a 1922 Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ at Chevalier Theatre in Medford Square has reached an exciting milestone: The first public performance of the historic instrument! Continue reading Medford Chevalier Theatre Wurlitzer Organ Debut Concert set for Dec. 4
By William Tauro
The square dedication took place at the intersection of Cameron and Glendale Avenue in Somerville this past Sunday afternoon November 13th 2022
Continue reading Photos of A1C Robert L. Phillips III U.S. Air Force Square Veterans Dedication In Somerville
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Come and visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial “Moving Wall” located this Veterans Day Weekend at 399 Revolution Dr., Assembly Row Somerville! 🇺🇸 Continue reading Vietnam Veterans Memorial “Moving Wall” Visits Somerville
FRANCO’S OBITUARY
On November 4, 2022, Franco DiFusco, son of Salvatore and Annunziata, passed away, he was 90 years old. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Franco DiFusco
GAIL’S OBITUARY
Gail F. (Fera) Martell, of Medford, passed away on November 4, 2022, she was 82. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of Irma (Francis) and Vincent Fera. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Gail F. Martell
BEATRICE’S OBITUARY
Mrs. Beatrice Shannon, of Malden, passed away on November 4, 2022. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Beatrice Shannon
LISA’S OBITUARY
Curley, Lisa A. – of Medford, formerly of Charlestown passed away in her sleep November 6, 2022. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Lisa A Curley
BETTY’S OBITUARY
Murphy, Bridget fondly called Betty (née Davenport) Of Somerville, formerly of Doolin, County Clare Ireland passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, November 7, 2022. She was 92. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Betty (Davenport) Murphy
Somerville small business owners can apply for forgivable loans worth up to $15k starting November 15, 2022 Continue reading Somerville Announces Small Business Recovery Funding
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Just sharing. Not diverse enough so they put a hold on it. Not sure. What it does it’s screws a lot of people that have been studying for months.
End of promotional exams as we know it. Now it will be an assessment center. You sit down with a bunch of people picked by city hall they ask you questions. Like on sexual harassment racial harassment. What do you do about it. Not a damn thing about fighting fire. Then they pick who they want. Not 1 out of top 3. Anyone who applied from people taking the test.
Pasquale Fiorenzio, age 87, of Somerville passed away on Tuesday, November 8th in Mt. Auburn Hospital of Cambridge. Born and raised in Gaeta, Latina, Italy, he was the son of the late Ugo and Luigia (Socorsso) Fiorenzio. Pasquale immigrated to the U.S. in 1970, settling in Somerville and working as a machinist. He also had a home in Wareham, and loved to spend time on his boat fishing, or working in his garden. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Pasquale Fiorenzio
By William Tauro
Just when you thought thing couldn’t get any worse in Somerville and this happens. Continue reading Letter from the Editor: Nothing Like Putting More Nails in the Coffins of Somerville Businesses
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
They put a sign on the side walk for the speed hump/bump on Kidder Avenue coming from College Avenue and it’s dead center in the sidewalk!! Handicap people with wheel chairs and people with baby carriages have to go around it.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Street Signs Dead Safety Hazard Center In Middle Of Sidewalk
Woburn’s Renee Leavitt and her Country band the Renegades are providing the music for the Tamar A Bucci Foundation Event on Thursday November 17 at Premiere on Broadway in Somerville. Doors open at 6 pm.
Bucci was the young state trooper who lost her life tragically while assisting a broken down motorist on Route 93 in Stoneham. Continue reading Honoring Tamar Bucci A Young State Trooper Who Tragically Lost Her Own Life While Assisting A Broken Down Motorist
Interviewed by William Tauro
By Justin Bernard
My name is Justin Bernard and I’m set to launch a conversion from gas to electric boat next spring. This boat is for sale and intended to fund future sustainability projects.
The Electric boat has fantastic key features; ample and expandable power storage with 800w energy production…which is a perfect example of converting an existing gas power outboard motor to Electricity. The 1969 Chrysler Charger hull used is a beautiful and powerful boat to restore. The boat was designed ask one of the first water ski boats. Continue reading Being The Change! The First Gas to Electric Conversion!
Click on link below to read November 8th, 2022 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online November 8th, 2022 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online (2)
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