By William Tauro
Why aren’t there any “No Parking/Firelane signs on Lincoln Parking in Somerville. In case of an emergency, emergency vehicles such as an ambulance, firetruck apparatuses or even police cars cannot make a U-turn in there at that little keyhole circle location if there are vehicles parked on there. Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Parking Fiascos In Somerville
June 1st, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
Click on link below to read June 1st, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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Do we still want to defund the police? I certainly don’t! #TEAMTAUROforMAYOR2021
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Dear Billy T,
I was awoken to lights and commotion last night because two masked home invaders with knives were trying to kick in the door to 429 Medford St. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Somerville Home Invasion
Happy Birthday to Sheryl McGowan, Natalie Robitaille, Gabriela Gondolfe, Tom Perry, Angela Marie Verrocchi, Lena Angiulo, Mr Vasanthan, Kelly Farr Scarry, Nathan Fevry, Diana Andrade, Maddie Poplawski, Michael Alexander, Tori Sowle, Jake Ardolino, Armando DeSousa Cabral, Jim Cooper, Jay Nadeau, Jay West, James Sordillo, Nancy Dervishian, Jill Moon, Nikki Marie, Joe Hall, Kevin Conley, Marie Voulgaris (Marie Fucile), Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week!
Please join William “Billy” Tauro and the great members of the Winter Hill Yacht Club on Wednesday June 16th from 12:00Noon-3:00PM for lunch and entertainment at Somerville’s Winter Hill Yacht Club located at 500 Artisan Way, Somerville, MA 02145. And the best part of it is that it’s all free of charge and “It’s on Billy” so come and enjoy the festivities on Somerville’s Waterfront with Billy and the good people of the Winter Hill Yacht Club! ⛵️
We are pleased to announce that the Post 19 American Legion has donated $70,000 towards the Somerville Museum’s Access for All & More Campaign! At a recent membership meeting, Gene Brune, Former Mayor, Museum Trustee and a life-time member of Post 19 American Legion was invited to speak about the needs of the Museum. Continue reading American Legion Post 19 Veterans Donate $70,000 To Somerville Museum
The City of Somerville Office of Housing Stability is hosting a virtual workshop to assist Section 8 tenants looking for housing. This event is designed for Somerville Housing Authority Section 8 voucher holders or Section 8 applicants in the screening process, but all are welcome. Continue reading Section 8 Voucher Housing Search Workshop, June 3
Persons Seeking Vaccination Encouraged to Sign Up for Mobile Vaccine Clinic Alerts
The City of Somerville Health and Human Services Department has announced plans to jointly hold mobile COVID-19 vaccination clinics with the Cambridge Health Alliance throughout the city. Continue reading City of Somerville and Cambridge Health Alliance to Offer Walk-In Mobile COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics
Somerville Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin, Ward 3 Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen, Ward 4 Councilor Jesse Clingan, and City staff invite you to the next virtual community meeting to discuss implementation of the Gilman Square Neighborhood Plan. Continue reading Somerville-Gilman Square Neighborhood Plan Virtual Meeting, June 2
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 4 City Councilor Jesse Clingan, and City staff invite you to a virtual community meeting to discuss upcoming schoolyard renovations at the Arthur D. Healey School. Continue reading Somerville Virtual Meeting to Discuss Healey Schoolyard Renovations, June 9
Photo:Donna Pointer placing Poppy-flower as a remembrance symbol on wreath
Photos by Michelle Sinclair and Harry Agritha
By Tom Ford
This past Sunday morning under rainy conditions, dozens of veterans and family members gathered at the Somerville Veterans Cemetery that’s located at 1330 Broadway in Somerville for an annual Somerville Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony.
Continue reading Somerville Veterans Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony
🔈I’m proud to announce that after living in Somerville for 27 years, I’m running for Ward Seven City Councilor. Somerville deserves better! Continue reading Maria Koutsoubaris for Somerville Ward 7 City Council
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Continue reading William “Billy” Tauro Somerville Senior’s Luncheon 1950 Sock Hop Event
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, May 31, the 151st day of 2021 with 214 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:09 and sunset is @ 8:13 EDT. The moon is waning. The morning stars are Mars, Saturn and Venus. Evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune and Uranus.
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ON THIS DAY IN: 1433 – Sigismund was crowned emperor of Rome.
1854 – The Kansas-Nebraska Act passed by the U.S. Congress. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
By William Tauro
This wonderful lady is Catherine Sullivan. Catherine is 91 year’s old. She has been and still is a longtime Somerville resident of Lincoln Park for the past 63 years. Catherine immigrated from County Donegal, Ireland. Continue reading Recognizing Longtime Somerville Residents
By William Tauro
This past Saturday morning, a square was dedicated in the name of Lt. General Nicholas J. Del Torto. Lt. General Nicholas J. Del Torto was a WWII decorated hero and had a military career spanning 38 years. The dedication took place across from his old family home located at 273 Highland Avenue in Somerville. Continue reading Lt. General Nicholas J. Del Torto Dedication In Somerville
My name is Maria Koutsoubaris and I am running for Ward Seven City Council! I believe as a Somerville Ward 7 resident who has lived here my entire life we deserve better! As Ward 7 city councilor I will give this community a sense to believe again, believe in change, believe in our future and to believe in me. Continue reading MARIA KOUTSOUBARIS SOMERVILLE WARD 7 CITY COUNCIL
Please join us for LIVE IN PERSON networking, free appetizers, business card drawing, cash bar & no cover at Saloon, Davis Square. Continue reading Somerville Chamber of Commerce After Hours at Saloon Thursday!
EVENTS
Ageless Grace Program – various dates – Ageless Grace is a fitness and wellness program consisting of 21 simple exercise tools designed for all ages and abilities. Continue reading Somerville COA Press & Organizational Outreach for 5-28-2021
Mayor, Council issue unanimous Proclamation for Women’s Advancement, Equity, and Opportunity
SOMERVILLE, MA – With women bearing the brunt of lost jobs and wages during the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Somerville is planning a host of initiatives to facilitate a true recovery for women, their families, and the city in general. Continue reading Somerville Ramping Up Pandemic Recovery Support for Women
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Kenneth Medeiros on his passing.
Kenneth Medeiros was such an amazing and wonderful person who was loved by many. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Kenneth J. “Jamesy” Medeiros
On May 26, 2021 at 4:51 p.m., the Somerville Fire Department was notified of a house fire at 23 Melvin Street. Continue reading House Fire Somerville
By William Tauro
Why isn’t the mayor and the useless and idiotic city counselors that we currently have in office not reopening up Somerville City Hall on Monday? Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Why Is Somerville City Hall Still Closed Since Last Year March 2020?
Hotline to the Underground
Review by Joe Viglione
Album Be True To Yourself
Artist: Joey Molland
Hotline to the Underground
On July 12, 2021 the vinyl release of Joey Molland’s Be True To Yourself lp will emerge on Record Store Day. Pick it up as it is an instant collector’s item with every track stellar and memorable. Produced by Mark Hudson and featuring Julian Lennon, Micky Dolenz, Jason Scheff and Steve Holley the work is brilliant artistically and a resounding musical success.
Continue reading Hotline to the Underground: JOEY MOLLAND’S BE TRUE TO YOURSELF
Click on link below to read May 25th, 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 Savanna Rose Capaviella, Tony Nargi, Vanessa Zappala, Elizabeth M. Fiore, Ray Snow, Franky Tii, Anthony Laventure Nutter, Mark Febbi Sr., Iona O’Brien, Annmarie Spinetti, Frank Morgan, Paulo De Souza, Danielle Scrima, Al Nevaras, Chris McLean, Amy Long, Carol Toomey, Maninder Singh, Debbie Mains, Frank Pasquarello, Johnny Catherine, Shirley Foley, Mike Legee, Lenny Silva, Philip Mitza (Reverend), David Taft, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
By William Tauro
“Measure twice and cut once”
It’s an old saying but it must not apply in Somerville! Perfectly brand new sidewalks and streets about to be dug up again only months after being completed because of water line repair installations of the entire street. Continue reading “Measure twice and cut once” Doesn’t Apply In Somerville Apparently?
By William Tauro
A great big shout out and thank you goes out to Theresa Dipietro for stepping up to the plate once again for our committee! Continue reading Ending Homelessness In Somerville Is Absolutely Achievable Only If We Try!
The newly renovated Somerville Public Library West Branch at 40 College Avenue will open for curbside service starting Tuesday, June 1.
Pickup will be at the building’s new front entrance weekdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Patrons will be able to select “Somerville/West” when placing holds online starting May 28. Continue reading Newly Renovated Somerville Public Library West Branch Opens for Curbside Service June 1
Joseph J. McNeil, 58, of Somerville, passed away on Tuesday, May 18th, 2021. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Joseph J. McNeil
Mr. Paul R. Chochrek, of Somerville, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 following a courageous battle against the complications of exposure to Agent Orange, he was 66. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Paul R. Chochrek
Lucy Cicerano, a lifelong resident of Somerville, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on May 22, 2021.
Born and raised in Somerville, she was the cherished daughter of the late Chiara (Masci) and Alfred Cicerano. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Lucy Cicerano
Elaine M. (Ropple) Sullivan, of Somerville, beloved wife of 64 years to Paul M. Sullivan, Sr., passed away on Monday, May 17th, 2021.
Elaine grew up in Charlestown and was a proud “Townie.” Continue reading Somerville Remembering Elaine M. (Ropple) Sullivan
Somerville will join with the State in lifting remaining COVID-19 restrictions on Saturday, May 29. Continue reading Somerville Will Join State’s Reopening Plan on May 29
Join a community meeting on Thursday, June 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., to learn about supervised consumption sites (SCS) data and research. At the meeting you can learn more about how SCS work, see data from a recently conducted needs assessment and evaluation that includes input from potential clients of the SCS and other community members, and ask questions and share feedback. Continue reading Somerville Supervised Consumption Site Community Meeting Rescheduled to 6/10
On the above date and time, Officer Messaoudi and I, were dispatched to Fasika, 147 Broadway, for a dispute. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Javier FABIAN-DUBON (Destruction of Prop, Disorderly)
By William Tauro
The problem on Medford Street in Somerville is even more greater than we expected! During last weeks articles I assumed that they were only cutting up one block worth of sidewalks to fix their mistake ms of incompetency, but now lo and behold they are cutting up newly cemented sidewalks even doing further down Medford Street. Continue reading Letter from the Editor: Medford Street Sidewalk Disaster Bigger Than Expected, All Involved Should Be Fired In Somerville
By William Tauro
Another Somerville landmark leaving the Ville! R.F. O’Sullivan’s Pub, in Somerville. At O’ Sullivan’s, as they fire up the grill for about 400 pounds of hamburger every week are closing up shop and leaving Somerville forever! Continue reading Letter from the Editor: R.F. O’Sullivan’s Pub Leaving Somerville
By William Tauro
Do we still want to defund the police? After seeing my reporting that they were doing a media blackout so now they must’ve decided to post it! Isn’t that nice? Curtatone didn’t have a chance to squash this story though! Continue reading Somerville More Shots Fired
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Good morning,
iIs somebody dropping a dime to you everytime there is gun fire or shootings? Because every night there is gunfire in the city of Somerville. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Speakup Line:Somerville City of Gun Shots
By William Tauro
Do we really want to cut the Somerville Police Budget? I sure don’t!
Shots were fired with multiple gun casings recovered on Canal Lane early this Friday morning. This is the second time in less than a 24 hour period that this took place and at the same location. Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Somerville City Council Out Of Touch And Should Be Defunded Themselves
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Featured on the show:
We Changed the Game
Written by Robert Netolicky
“In memory and legend, the ABA is symbolized by Julius Erving, a red, white and blue ball, the three point shot, it its wide-open, free-wheeling style of play. The Spirits of St. Louis, the team I called games for, lasted only two years and they are often also cited as a prototypical ABA Team. Continue reading WMEX 1510AM Gary Leavitt and Friends SUNDAYS 6 AM – 9 AM “Check Us Out!”
Gary Leavitt and Friends (New England’s only Variety Show). Brother’s Gary and Keith Leavitt host this high energy entertaining show. Continue reading Gary Leavitt and Friends (New England’s only Variety Show) 1510 WMEX
By William Tauro
On May 7th Cosmo Curtatone, brother of Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone, was arrested in Medford on domestic abuse charges. Cosmo Curtatone, 51, is accused of during an argument throwing a set of keys at his estranged wife Barbara Curtatone striking her the face at her Bonner Street Medford residence. Continue reading Cosmo Curtatone Arrested On Domestic Violence Charges
Click on link below to read May 18th, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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Happy Birthday to Raquel Anne Oppedisano, Alex O’Leary, Carl Harkins, Tina Buonaugurio, Ashley Collette, Debbie Andella, Steven Andella, James D’ambrosio, Mike Silk, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week!
Additional activities and reopening guidelines in Phase 4, Step 2 of the State’s reopening plan will go into effect in Somerville on Saturday, June 19. Somerville will be joining Boston’s reopening schedule, which is on a three-week delay from the State’s plan. All of the newly allowed activities will be subject to regular City permitting and safety rules and the State’s sector-specific COVID-19 guidelines. Continue reading Somerville New Activities Allowed Starting June 19
Join a town hall meeting on Tuesday, May 25, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., to discuss plans to establish a supervised consumption site (SCS) in Somerville. At the meeting you can learn more about how SCS work, see data from a recently conducted needs assessment and evaluation, and ask questions of City officials and public health experts. Continue reading Supervised Consumption Site Town Hall, 5/25
The City of Somerville seeks to fill one vacancy on the City’s Condominium Review Board. This position is open to Somerville renters or homeowners who are age 62 or older, who have a disability, or who earn 80% of the Area Median Income ($70,750) or less. Continue reading Somerville Condominium Review Board Seeks One Member
The City of Somerville’s annual Water System Flushing Program will begin the week of May 17 and conclude in late October. This annual program flushes pipes at high velocities to clean water mains and maintain the highest possible water quality. Continue reading Somerville Water and Sewer Department to Begin Its Annual Flushing Program
$5M approved by City Council;
Building would be preserved for arts uses
SOMERVILLE, MA – Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone submitted a $5 million proposal to the City Council to acquire the Somerville Armory building at 191 Highland Ave., which the Council approved by a unanimous vote at its May 13 meeting. The City would be acquiring the property via eminent domain and would preserve the facility for arts uses. It would be the first publicly owned arts and culture center in Somerville, a city known for its vibrant arts community. Continue reading City Moves to Acquire Somerville Armory Building
By William Tauro
We have all seen the blogs and poor comments of attack on unsuspecting people that don’t coincide with the Socialist opinions. Continue reading Davis Square Group Becoming Unhinged
By William Tauro
Looks like we know where Mayor Joe may be going after he leaves office. We heard that Harvard University blew him off from receiving a high paying position. Then we heard that he tried to snake his way into the city of Cambridge’s city manager’s position, but Cambridge smartened up and blew him off as well. Now we are hearing that it looks like our illustrious mayor is now getting an extremely high paying position with Suffolk Construction. Where he has given them so much consideration and then some over the past years and vice-versa that they now may just own him! Continue reading Curtatone’s New Position Is the Best Kept Secret In Somerville
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Francis G. “Frank” Sweeney on his passing.
Francis G. “Frank” Sweeney was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Francis G. “Frank” Sweeney
By Arthur Moore
We are fighting on so many fronts to stay ahead of things. The homeless problem here has long been ignored. Except when we clean them out and throw all their possessions in the rubbish. Why do we have homeless children going to school here? Why do so many not have a bed to sleep in and a meal when needed at least providing basic comfort? So many businesses and people trying to survive this pandemic. Continue reading Somerville Real Estate for Dummies, the Five Million Dollar Abuse of Power
On this ordinary Saturday in May, I had the unique privilege to attend the City’s dedication of a sign in the honor of my Uncle, Lt. James A Logan, and the VFW Post named for him. My wife and I, along with my cousin, Jane Craffey were in attendance beside a small group of the members of the VFW Post and suddenly became representatives for the family of Lt. Logan. Continue reading A Thank You from Michael Tiernan, Nephew to James A Logan on Logan Post Dedication
Why isn’t our Ward 7 city Councilor Katjana Ballantyne doing her job? Continue reading Davis Square Somerville A Big Mess, Garbage Everywhere
By William Tauro
Dozens of military veterans gathered on Broadway in Somerville this past Saturday afternoon to honor a local Somerville hero, LT James A. Logan. A Square dedication sign was dedicated and unveiled in his honor in Ward 7 on Broadway in Somerville. Continue reading LT James A. Logan Post 6800 Square Sign Dedication Unveiling Ceremony in Somerville
By Somerville Firefighters Local 76
Congratulations to Lieutenant James Keenan of
Engine Company 1, who worked his last tour of duty today after 36 years of service to the Citizens of Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Fire Department Lieutenant James Keenan Retires
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Somerville continues to have its rat problems with no immediate plan or end in sight. I used to go months never seeing one. I just saw NINE in a short walk. I’ve been seeing them cross Somerville Avenue when heading home at night. They’re coming off the tracks from the GLX construction (which I don’t mind) and coming into the neighborhoods BECAUSE THE RESTAURANTS ARE NOT OPEN!! Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line:Rat Problem Escalating and New Leadership Needed
Throughout the past nine months, I have made it clearly public that I intend to run for the Mayoral position. To date we have over 700 plus individual sign and banner locations across the city on different properties, and well over 100 volunteers to assist with our good deeds. Continue reading Taking Steps for a Clean and Honest Somerville Election
William J. Barry, Sr. of Somerville was honored with a square dedication on the corner of Marion Street and Wyatt Street in his name on May 15th 2021. Continue reading Somerville Honors U.S. Navy Veteran William J. Barry, Sr.
What has happened to the city in the last ten years?
The citizens deserve the right to know…
Two of you have been directly involved in the decisions that have created what we see today!
Where has expenditures gone as far as protecting the public safety? Continue reading WHAT HAVE YOU DONE FOR SOMERVILLE?
Click on link below to read May 11th, 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 Joel Mesiti, Eddie Scirocco, Fernando Nunes, Gigi Zammuto, Lisa Tivnan, Kevin Rosa, Adelaide Santos, Billy Gore, Deb Goldberg, Kim Garbino, Lisa Dervishian, Kim Eori-Finocchiaro, Charles Kostro, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
Crooked Mayor Joe Curtatone is at his tricks again and now trying to throw this lovely lady Mary Cassesso into the race as a political prop to split my votes. Continue reading Don’t Be Fooled Again, Guess Who’s Pulling The Strings In Somerville
SPECIAL REPORT BY MS. JANIS REED
My name is Keith Green, better known musically as IPD Green. I was born in Jamaica and currently reside in Washington, DC.
I started my musical journey over 7 years ago continue to develop my passion for music.
Continue reading HOTLINE TO THE UNDERGROUND
The Somerville Arts Council and Metropolitan Area Planning Council are conducting two surveys to find out if Somerville artists have stable access to space for their work. There are two surveys: one for individuals and one for organizations. Artists who live or work in Somerville are invited to take whichever applies to them. Continue reading Somerville-Two Creative Arts Spaces Surveys Now Accepting Responses
Patricia M. (Saisi) Tresilian, of Somerville, beloved wife of Thomas H. Tresilian, passed away on Saturday, May 8th, 2021, at the age of 73. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Patricia M. (Saisi) Tresilian
By Arthur Moore
I have been in this city for over 70 years. Long before the horse and buggy days. The kind we saw on tv with everyone getting jostled about. Then this is 2021 and why the heck are we bringing it back here. Continue reading The Old Somerville Horse and Buggy Days
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of former Somerville Police Sergeant Richard A. DeSimone.
Richard A. DeSimone was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering former Somerville Police Sergeant Richard A. DeSimone
On May 9, 2021 I was in full uniform working in a patrol capacity for the Somerville Police Department. At 9:02 P.M., I was dispatched to 179 Broadway, Maya Sol Restaurant for a fight. The reporting party stated to Somerville Police Dispatch that there was a male inside the establishment that was trying to fight the people. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Victor MOYA (Disorderly, ABPO)
On Sunday, May 9, 2021, I, Officer Paul Beckford, was on duty for the Somerville Police (East 3). At approximately 1:23 PM, were dispatched to the area of Concord Ave and Springfield St for a larceny. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Anthony QUINONES (Larceny, Destruction of Property) (Boston Warrant)
May 8, 2021
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Dear Billy
I like Ben very much, but in this instance I cannot agree that
this former church should be destroyed, especially for a developer.
Sincerely
Carol Rae Bradford,M.Ed.
Re: Ward 3 Newsletter – May 7, 2021 and Ralph Adams Cram
Dear Ben:
I am a bit unbelieving in that Cram was a racist and against immigrants per se.
I’ve looked him up on the Internet, including Wikipedia, and as far as i can see,
he was a very successful and brilliant architect. I’ve seen nothing at all negative. Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Re: Ward 3 Newsletter – May 7, 2021 and Ralph Adams Cram
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Joe M Claudino on his passing.
Joe M Claudino was a wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Joe M Claudino
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Billy,
As the new mayor of Somerville, will you do something to change the way traffic and parking department handles the predatory manner in which they fine the “non connected”, residents and taxpayers of this city? Continue reading Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Parking in Somerville— a form of political chicanery that continues to shaking down residents–
Somerville is still lagging behind every other city and town in the state because of political interference by our current mayor and idiotic city councilors. Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Somerville Still Lagging Behind Everyone Again
Additional reopening steps, beyond what was announced earlier this week, will go into effect on Tuesday, June 1. All of the newly allowed activities will be subject to regular City permitting and safety rules and sector-specific COVID-19 guidelines.
Continue reading New Somerville Reopening Steps Go into Effect June 1
By William Tauro
Our Somerville City Council hard at work NOT taking care of these problems for their constituents. Continue reading Somerville’s Rat Problem Invading Our Streets
A great variety of steaks, chops, chicken, Burgers fresh daily. We aim to please. Very family friendly atmosphere. Continue reading Boutique Da Carne 32 Market St. Lynn MA
By William Tauro
From what I am still hearing that the out of town pompous-ass developer that who bought up several parcels of property on Warren Street in East Cambridge on the Somerville line has a gripe to pick with our Feast. Continue reading LETTER FROM THE EDITOR:TO THE DEVELOPER ON WARREN STREET CAMBRIDGE THAT WANTS TO BOYCOTT THE SOMERVILLE/EAST CAMBRIDGE ITALIAN FEAST
Crooked Mayor Joe Curtatone is at his tricks again and now trying to throw this lovely lady Mary Cassesso into the race as a political prop to split my votes. Continue reading Letter from the Editor:Somerville Corruption at its Best Continues
By Somerville Firefighters Local 76
After nearly 35 years of dedicated service to the Somerville Fire Department, LT John “Moose” Byrne wrapped up his final shift yesterday. John had a remarkable career, most notably on Engine 3 in Union Square as a firefighter before being assigned as a Lieutenant on Engine 2 for the majority of his years with the department. Continue reading After nearly 35 years of dedicated service to the Somerville Fire Department, LT John “Moose” Byrne Retires
Click on link below to read May 4th, 2021 The Somerville Medford News Weekly Print Edition Online
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By Bob Katzen
The House 159-0, approved a $7.3 million consolidated amendment that funds energy, environmental affairs and housing programs.
Continue reading CONSOLIDATED AMENDMENT ON ENERGY, ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND HOUSING (H 4000)
By Bob Katzen
The House 158-1, approved a $5.3 million consolidated amendment that funds public safety and judiciary programs. This is the only consolidated amendment which did not receive a unanimous vote. Continue reading CONSOLIDATED AMENDMENT ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUDICIARY (H 4000)
By Bob Katzen
The House 160-0, approved an amendment that would expand the existing Conservation Land Tax Credit by raising the annual cap for this program from $2 million to $5 million over a three-year period, beginning on January 1, 2022. Continue reading EXPAND CONSERVATION LAND TAX CREDIT (H 4000)
By Bob Katzen
Most of the decisions on which representatives’ amendments are included or not included in the budget are made “behind closed doors.” Or in the COVID-19 era, “behind closed Zoom meetings.” Of the 1,157 budget amendments proposed, most of them were bundled into consolidated “mega” amendments. Continue reading A LOOK BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE BUDGET “DEBATE”
Happy Birthday to Alexandra DeMaria, Melissa Gay, Jenny Brown, Armenia Cabral, Stephanie Colleameno, Sal Giarratani, Mikayla Oliveira, Carlito Cesar Rosa, Phil Cota, Brendan Ahern, Monica Bairos, David E Hodgdon, Dakota Thomas, Denise Synan, Jade Sperlinga Mugford, Shelley McCaughey Jareo, Anthony Fraser, Carmen Zammitti, Danny Adams, Bertha-Bea Avila, Warren Yee, Donna Rogers, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week!
On Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 8:39 P.M., Somerville Police control received a call from MGH security requesting Police officers to remove a man from their property located at 399 Revolution Drive. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Robert RICHARDS (Resisting Arrest, Receiving Stolen Property, Poss. Burglarious Instrument) (Brookline Warrant)
On April 27, 2021, at approximately 5:25 PM, I, Officer Daniel Dell’Isola, assigned to cruiser W7, responded to 177 Powder House Blvd for a motor vehicle accident. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Robert CHIASSON (OUI Liquor)
By Arthur Moore
Once again the city steps in to help us in a time of great need for the people of Somerville. People out of work struggling to get by. Many businesses not even making enough to stay alive and closing. The rest hoping they can hang on. Continue reading Somerville Mayor And City Councilors Booting & Towing Citizens During Pandemic Shutdown
Nomination papers are in! If you are a registered voter living in Somerville and would like to sign Billy Tauro’s nomination papers, you can swing by his campaign office at 149A Highland Avenue from 9:00AM-5:00PM to sign. See John Caruso, Office Manager. Continue reading *****ATTENTION REGISTERED SOMERVILLE VOTERS*****
Photo:William Tauro and wife Marisa Tauro at Somerville Election Department Pulling Papers
Greetings,
My name is Billy Tauro, and I want to talk about a few of the issues currently in Somerville.
As a member of many local service clubs for over three decades, I have dedicated my life to helping others in need. I have invested much time and money within the community and continue to do so every day. This gave me a pride that is unmatched in performing good Deeds. Continue reading William “Billy” Tauro Pulls Nomination Papers For Mayor of Somerville
Please join William “Billy” Tauro for an afternoon of entertainment and fun festivities!
Date & Time:May 26th, 2021 from 12:00 Noon-3:00PM for lunch and entertainment.
Where:Medford VFW located at 114 Mystic Ave, Medford, MA 02155
Price:Free of charge, complements of William “Billy” Tauro
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Jimmy Roderick’s last day of work at the Somerville DPW after 30 years. Happy Retirement! Wishing you all the very best for many years to come!
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10th Annual Brick Jungle Street Hockey Game
With Covid 19 delaying the 10TH Annual Brick Jungle in 2020 the friends and family of the Mystic Projects were able to get back to business on Saturday afternoon. Continue reading 10th Annual Somerville Brick Jungle Street Hockey Game
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of James Cabana on his passing. Continue reading Somerville Remembering James J. Cabana
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Here’s another one! The author listed is a famous socialist, I bet comrade Scott won’t even recognize the name. I hope you enjoy. – Em Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:JT Scott: You can’t be a socialist if you’re a capitalist endorses Will Mbah for Mayor?
The City of Somerville will be joining the State in relaxing outdoor face covering guidelines. Starting Friday, April 30, residents will not have to wear a face covering when outdoors if they can socially distance. Continue reading Outdoor Face Covering Rules Relaxed Starting April 30
The City of Somerville will resume booting and towing vehicles with five or more overdue, unpaid parking tickets starting Monday, May 3. Booting and towing operations were suspended last year at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading Vehicle Booting and Towing Resumes May 3 in Somerville
SOMERVILLE AUXILIARY
FIRE DEPARTMENT
C/O Fire Headquarters
266 Broadway Somerville MA, 02145
Ray Pitcher Charles Breen
Captain Chief Engineer
To: Chief Breen
Fr: Captain Raymond Pitcher
Re: 2020 Hours and Responses
Da: March 1st, 2021 Continue reading SOMERVILLE AUXILIARY FIRE DEPARTMENT (Something simple about how volunteering is important we need more members)
With more residents and employees able to be vaccinated and a recent decrease in COVID-19 cases, Somerville will move into a modified Phase 4, Step 1 of the State’s reopening plan starting on Friday, May 7. Continue reading Somerville to Move into Modified Phase 4, Step 1 Reopening on May 7
By Joe Viglione Continue reading Hotline to the Underground
This seemingly friendly cat towards humans has been frequenting Cutter St for about a year. Please contact us with any information at 617-625-6600 ext 2190. Thank you!
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Funny a letter to you states city falling behind on maintenance of their affordable housing properties Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line:City Councilors Spending Our Taxpayer Dollars on Whatever?
By Bob Katzen
A bill filed by Sen. Cindy Creem (D-Newton) would prohibit the in-state manufacturing of assault weapons that are banned in Massachusetts except for sales to the military or law enforcement. Continue reading BAN MANUFACTURE OF ASSAULT WEAPONS IN BAY STATE
By Bob Katzen
Governor Charlie Baker signed an executive order, named “Leading by Example: Decarbonizing and Minimizing Environmental Impacts of State Government.” The order sets goals and requirements to accelerate the state’s decarbonization efforts in state agencies and public institutions of higher education with a focus on the electrification of buildings and transportation. Continue reading REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS AT STATE FACILITIES
By Bob Katzen
Sen. Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett) filed a bill that would repeal the current archaic law that provides that “petite treason” be prosecuted and punished as murder. Continue reading PETITE TREASON
By Bob Katzen
Sen. Will Brownsberger (D-Belmont) has filed legislation that would add sex to the list of categories in the hate crime statute which currently includes race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability. Continue reading HATE CRIME BASED ON THE SEX OF THE VICTIM
Happy Birthday to Anita Lynn, Kaitlyn Cargill (kait), Alyssa Alyssa, Robert Finos, Princess Bree, Herbie Vargas, Shayne Nunes, Phyllis Gondolfe, Patrick O’Connell, Joseph Cirinna, Tiffany Rae, Rocco, Chris Grainger, Kristi-Lee Moschella, Felecia Scolley, Jenn Ardolino Jones, Eric Etienne, Gary Messina Sr., Joann Cetrullo, Frank Donato, Continue reading The Somerville/Medford News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week!
Thank you for your support of law enforcement officers Bill. I have a deep fear that the current anti-police climate fueled by the national media coverage of anything that can be used to enhance their narrative will deter many good men and women of all races, genders and backgrounds from seeking careers in law enforcement. Continue reading Top Comment of the Week:Support of Law Enforcement Officers
Issues Guidance to Prevent Rat Activity
The City of Somerville has expanded eligibility requirements for its Residential Rodent Control Assistance Program, nearly doubling the number of residences that qualify and extending access to free rodent control services to more than 90% of residential properties in the city.
Continue reading Somerville Expands Free Rodent Control Assistance Program
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Good evening,
I recently became aware that the City of Somerville is not able to keep up on the maintenance of the affordable housing units that they oversee and that the tenants are complaining. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: City of Somerville behind in maintaining affordable housing properties
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Athena Eleftherakis on her passing.
Athena Eleftherakis was truly an amazing and wonderful person who will be sadly missed here in Somerville. Continue reading Somerville Remembering Athena Eleftherakis 1926-2021
The City of Somerville is seeking applicants to serve on the newly formed Vision Zero Working Group to help advance the City’s Vision Zero commitment of eliminating vehicle crashes that result in death or serious injury. Continue reading City of Somerville Seeks Members for Vision Zero Working Group
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