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VOL.1 NO.329-112 SOMERVILLE/MEDFORD MASS. Tuesday May 10th, 2022
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SOMERVILLE/CAMBRIDGE REMEMBERING DENNIS D. DIPIETRO JR.
Our sincere condolences, lington formerly of Cam- Dear brother of Denise
thoughts and prayers bridge.. Beloved son of DiPietro, Dawn Marie
go out to the family and Mary (Francis) DiPietro Cunha and her husband
friends of Dennis D. DiPi- and the late Dennis D. Joey, Alex DiPietro and his
etro, Jr. on his passing. DiPietro, Sr. Loving father husband Michael, Geor-
of Candice Crewe and gie DiPietro and his life
Dennis D. DiPietro, Jr. was her husband E. James, partner Jen. Also survived
a wonderful person who Danielle Whitaker and her by many nieces and neph-
will be sadly missed here husband David, Johnny ews. Relatives and friends
in both Somerville and DiPietro and his wife are invited to visit at the
Cambridge. Michelle, Sabrina DiPi- Donovan-Aufiero Funeral
etro, Nicholas DiPietro Home, 140 Otis St., Cam-
Obituary: and grandfather of Colin bridge on Friday from 10
Avery, Liam Avery and AM to 12 Noon, followed
Dennis D. DiPietro, Jr. Sophia DiPietro. Devoted by a graveside service at
suddenly May 4, of Ar- fiance of Tina Quintiliani. Mt. Pleasant Cemetery,
SOMERVILLE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION SEEKS NEW MEMBERS
Open Positions: Seven insights with their com- ing historic resources in meets on the third Tuesday statement of interest to
Term: Three years munity. Six of the current Somerville. The Commission of each month at 6:45 p.m. historic@somervillema.gov
The City of Somerville seeks openings are for candidates reviews alterations or repairs These are volunteer posi- or to Historic Preservation,
seven members for the with specific expertise: one to properties in a Local tions. Applications will be Attn: Deana Brown, Somer-
Historic Preservation Com- architectural historian, one Historic District, administers reviewed by the Mayor’s ville City Hall, 93 Highland
mission, and all Somerville contractor, one architect, the City’s Demolition Review Appointments Advisory Ave., Somerville, MA 02143.
residents are invited to apply. one historian, and two Local Ordinance, offers pro bono Committee. New members Please contact historic@
Boards and commissions Historic District residents or professional advice about must be approved by the somervillema.gov or (617)
offer an opportunity for resi- architects. historic preservation and City Council. 625-6600 ext. 2500 with
dents with a range of experi- The Historic Preservation restoration, and sponsors Applications are due Friday, questions.
ence, skills, and perspectives Commission is charged events and activities. May 20. Interested residents
to share their talents and with protecting and enhanc- The Commission typically should send a resume and
PORCHFEST RETURNS SATURDAY, MAY 14
PorchFest 2022 is set to ring array of musical talent. place from 2 to 4 p.m., and east hosting or performing? Read
out on front stoops across the of Central St. will bring it on up on these PorchFest dos and
city on Saturday, May 14. Stroll Festivities will start west of home from 4 to 6 p.m. don’ts first, then register by
through neighborhoods city- Willow Ave. from 12 to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 12.
wide to enjoy this showcase of Performances between Willow Check out this year’s map to Prep for PorchFest
Somerville’s varied and diverse Ave. and Central St. will take see who’s playing. Interested in
MEDFORD ENCOURAGING SENIORS TO APPLY FOR SENIOR WORK-OFF
REAL ESTATE TAX ABATEMENT PROGRAM
Seniors 60 and up can re- Aging, Assessor’s Office Director Pamela Kelly 20 spots available for the be completed on or before
duce taxes by temporarily and other departments will be on hand at a Cof- program and certain posi- February 28, 2023.
working for the City is inviting seniors, age 60 fee Hour and information tions will require specific
Coffee Hour and informa- and over, to learn about session on Thursday, May skill sets. Preference will All information packets
tion session will be held how they can lower their 26th at 1 p.m. at the Med- be given to those who have must be completed and
Thursday, May 26th at Real Estate tax payments ford Council on Aging, to not already participated. returned to the Medford
1:00pm by temporarily working answer questions, receive Senior veterans are strong- Senior Center by June 24th
at the Medford Senior for the City as part of the program updates and ly encouraged to apply. at 12:00 noon. Please call
Center Senior Work-Off Abate- literature and apply to be a Only one applicant will be 781-396-6010 to reserve
ment Program. part of this money-saving selected per household. your seat.
(MEDFORD)—The City abatement program.
of Medford, in conjunc- City Assessor Ellen Bride- Please be aware that there The work program will be-
tion with the Council on au and Council on Aging are only approximately gin July 1, 2022 and must
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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR:DON’T LET OUR LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS
REPEAL THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 327 OF THE ACTS OF 2004-AN
ACT RELATIVE TO PUBLIC SAFTY IN THE CITY OF SOMERVILLE
about Somerville Residents
at the time) and here we are
now twenty years later our
current state representatives
along with the support of the
new mayor and city Council
are here to repeal it.
Voice your opinion and let
By William Tauro your voices be heard and
don’t let this ridiculous and
Over twenty years ago, horrific ordinance change
around the time that a pass! Speak up to your
wheelchair bound young elected officials before it’s
girl was brutally raped at too late!
Foss Park by members of
MS13 gang members, the Review repeal request:
Massachusetts Legislature https://malegislature.gov/
passed a gang ordinance at bills/192/S1596
the request of Somerville
elected officials (Real Elected
Officials that truly cared
SOMERVILLE/MEDFORD NEWS WEEKLY SPEAKUP LINE:WHAT HAS HAPPENED IN
OUR FAILING SOCIETY HERE IN SOMERVILLE?
Dear Billy T and Somer- I think parents should
ville/Medford News know what’s going on
Weekly Speakup Line, when they send their little
ones off to school in the
This is my child’s Social morning. A lot is getting
Studies homework from swept under the rug Many
Mr. Fern’s Social Stud- parents and myself would
ies 7th Grade class at appreciate if you would
the Kennedy School in publish this.
Somerville. It’s absolutely
disgusting that they would Thank you,
even try to brainwash our Somerville Parents on the
children with this BS. Rise
SOMERVILLE/MEDFORD NEWS WEEKLY SPEAKUP LINE: THIS CITY IS DOING
EVERYTHING IN THEIR POWER TO SCREW UP THE STREETS FOR DRIVERS.
Dear Billy T and Somerville/ They are going to need a new the Bus and Bike lanes are to-
Medford News Weekly Speakup department in the city, De- tally underused, what a waste!
Line, partment Of Post Engineering Going down Broadway sitting
(DOPE) pretty soon. Go to the in traffic and the right lane is
I went down Morrison yester- planning board for someone to completely empty all the way to
day 5/3, the idiot speed bumps run it, there is no shortage of McGrath Highway. The same
are still there. Even at 10 mph DOPE Engineers. Bus and Bike coming up from McGrath. They
they are bad. This city is doing lanes are taking over the city. built a beautiful new building
everything in their power to Anyone riding a bike in the city on the corner of Temple Street
screw up the streets for drivers. should be made to Register it and the first thing the Dope
Take a look at the Historic Pow- and get a little plate like they Dept. does is take away all the
der House Circle, about 215 used to have and pay an excise parking and put in the POSTS.
white posts and about 35 yellow tax. Cars have to pay to use the Sorry for rambling on but they
posts. Dozens and dozens on streets why shouldn’t Bikes, have taken away the city I was
Shore Drive. what’s fair is fair!!! I live on born in and grew up in.
Broadway and can tell you that
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REQUIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
home. die in home fires every year “This legislation will pro-
in Massachusetts,” said vide increased fire pro-
Co-sponsor Rep. Ruth Balser. “Research indicates tection to new dwellings
Balser (D-Newton) said that the risk of dying in a across the commonwealth,”
that today’s new homes home fire is reduced by 80 said co-sponsor Rep. Paul
burn hotter and faster than percent because of sprin- Donato (D-Medford). “I
those of the past because klers which can suppress sponsored the bill as the
of modern construction and often extinguish a fire safety of our citizens is
techniques and synthetic before the fire department always my number one
furnishings. She noted that arrives, giving residents priority as a legislator.”
as a result, residents have the needed time to escape.
By Bob Katzen towns with a local option less than three minutes to Sprinklers also reduce
to require the installation flee the average home with- firefighters’ exposure to the
The House gave initial ap- of an automatic sprinkler out sprinklers. toxic products of combus-
proval to legislation that system in every newly- tion that cause cancer.”
would allow cities and constructed 1- or 2-family “Approximately 50 people
TWO ARRAIGNED ON FIREARMS CHARGES IN CONNECTION WITH FIRING A GUN,
STRIKING A VEHICLE ON MYSTIC AVENUE IN SOMERVILLE IN FEBRUARY
range. The vehicle was Massachusetts State Police
struck multiple times but assigned to the District
neither of the occupants Attorney’s Office. Belmont
was injured. The shoot- police assisted in the
ers subsequently fled the execution of the search
scene. warrant today. The prose-
cutor assigned to this case
SOMERVILLE – Middle- and discharging a firearm ons without any regard Investigators reviewed is Ceara Mahoney and the
sex District Attorney within 500 feet of a build- for public safety is putting surveillance footage, Victim Witness Advocate
Marian Ryan, Somerville ing. The juvenile was also neighbors, people’s homes examined forensic evi- is Nicole Cruz.
Chief of Police Charles charged with carrying a and the entire community dence and other informa-
Femino and Belmont firearm and carrying a at risk.” tion which eventually led Anyone with any infor-
Chief of Police James loaded firearm. them to allegedly identify mation about this case
MacIsaac have confirmed The preliminary inves- Amanual Beshah and the should contact Somerville
that two people have been Both defendants were tigation into this matter juvenile in connection Police at (617) 625-1600
arraigned in connection held pending 58a danger- suggests that on Sunday, with the shooting.
with allegedly firing a ousness hearings sched- February 20, 2022, at
gun multiple times at two uled for Friday, May 6, approximately 2:45 a.m., Yesterday, police executed
victims who were seat- 2022. Somerville Police re- a search warrant at a Bel-
ing inside a vehicle, at sponded to Mystic Avenue mont residence. A 9mm
the Mystic Activity Cen- “We have been seeing a in Somerville for a report handgun was located in
ter on Mystic Avenue in dangerous uptick in gun of a shooting. Upon ar- that home.
Somerville on February violence among young rival, officers located two
20, 2022. people,” said District victims, a man in his 30s Investigators believe
Attorney Ryan. “In this and a woman in her 20s. that additional individu-
Amanual Beshah, 19 of case the victims, who had The victims reported that als were involved in this
Malden, and a juvenile no known connection to they had been seated in a shooting and this remains
male were arraigned yes- the defendants, were not parked vehicle when they an active and ongoing
terday on two counts of struck, but could have allegedly observed several investigation being con-
armed assault to murder; very easily been injured or males walking towards the ducted by the Middlesex
attempted assault and bat- killed. This type of inten- vehicle. Those individuals District Attorney’s Office,
tery with a firearm tional discharge of weap then opened fire at close Somerville Police and
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INAUGURAL MEDFORD PRIDE COMMITTEE MEMBERS NAMED GROUP IS TASKED
WITH PLANNING AND ORGANIZING THE CITY’S FIRST EVER PRIDE FESTIVAL IN JUNE
(MEDFORD)—The City Joan Cyr ing during the festival. the festival was apparent in enthusiasm and spirit of all
has announced that six Myrlande Paul “The amount of interest everyone I spoke with.” who applied to be on this
Medford residents have Paul Donato Jr. from the public this event The committee will begin committee,” Mayor Breanna
joined the inaugural Pride has garnered has been truly meeting on a weekly basis Lungo-Koehn said. “With
Festival Committee and are Committee Chair and Med- inspiring and I can’t wait to evaluate shared ideas, these six members, along
now tasked with helping to ford’s Director of Diver- to get to work with this in- begin conducting outreach with an amazing group of
plan, organize and coordi- sity, Equity and Inclusion credible group to plan a his- about potential sponsorship volunteers, this festival is
nate the City’s first celebra- Frances Nwajei held a zoom toric and memorable Pride opportunities and coordi- sure to be a thriving and
tion this June. meeting on Monday April Festival on behalf of the nate event logistics with vibrant event for the entire
The City extends congratu- 11 with all the applicants City,” Director of Diversity, departments. The festival is community. I can’t wait to
lations to the following and discussed the objective Equity and Inclusion Fran- tentatively scheduled for the see what they have in store
Committee Members: of the committee, and that ces Nwajei. “Picking just six weekend of June 24-26th, for June.”
Honorary Chair Lucy Ro- those who are not selected people was extraordinarily with a specific date to be
driguez for the committee can still difficult and the breadth announced in the coming For more information on
Michael Lowe play a major part of this of experience, passion and weeks. the Pride committee and
Cyan McDermott historic event by volunteer- eagerness to be a part of “I am overwhelmed by the how you can volunteer,
DEFAULT ON STUDENT LOANS
By Bob Katzen Under existing law, the or administered by either “This is an old, misguided Sen. Jamie Eldridge has
Massachusetts Education- group. The Senate has not policy that is not cur- been a fantastic partner
Back on January 18, the al Financing Authority yet acted on the measure. rently being enforced,” on student debt issues
House approved and and the American Student said sponsor Rep. Natalie and is helping to shep-
sent to the Senate a bill Assistance can request Supporters say that Mas- Higgins (D-Leominster). herd this bill through the
that would repeal a cur- that a borrower’s state- sachusetts is one of only a “Student loan borrowers Senate.”
rent law, passed in 1990, issued professional or handful of states in which who fall behind on their
which created profession- occupational certificate, a person can lose their student loans should not
al licensure consequences registration or license be professional license if he be further penalized and
for anyone who defaults suspended, revoked or or she defaults on his or lose their ability to work
on their student loan. cancelled for default on her student loans. and continue to repay
educational loans made their student loan debt.
USE OF BREAKDOWN LANE
“While allowing travel in “Numerous accidents and speed limit. An additional
the far-right lane is es- fatalities have occurred $10 fine is added for each
sential on some highways due to excessive speed additional mile per hour
in the commonwealth in the breakdown lanes. above the first 10. The
to temporarily provide This legislation will not legislation doubles the
traffic relief during peak only further protect those total fine. For example, if
hours, many motorists who dedicate their lives to you are traveling 25 miles
use this lane as a high- our safety but will protect above the speed limit,
By Bob Katzen speeding in the far-right speed passing lane, risk- motorist safety as well.” the fine would be $250
lane, or “breakdown” ing the safety of disabled ($100 for the first ten
The House approved and lane in areas where travel motor vehicles, emergen- A speeding ticket fine im- miles above and $150 for
sent to the Senate legisla- in that lane is permitted cy personnel and them- posed on a driver is $100 the additional 15 miles
tion that would double during peak commuting selves,” said sponsor Rep. for any speed up to 10 above).
fines for motor vehicles hours. David Linsky (D-Natick). miles per hour above the
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BALLROOM DANCING WITH SOMERVILLE COUNCIL ON AGING – MAY 6
The Somerville Council on a.m. at the Holland St. Cen- Haase and Raul Nieves of Haase and Nieves, as well as floor. Grab-and-go lunch will
Aging is hosting a morn- ter (167 Holland St.). Dance Caliente, this event participatory lessons after be offered after this event.
ing of ballroom dancing on will showcase multiple rou- each performance. Dance Please follow the link below
Friday, May 6, from 10 to 11 Taught by Eileen Herman- tines performed by Herman- from your chair or out on the to learn more and RSVP.
REAL LIFE SOMERVILLE POLICE STORIES: (B&E MV, ATTEMPT TO COMMIT CRIME)
The following is a summary tered that party, later identified some items had to be removed yard under construction. He phones and a watch.
of the details related to this as CHRISTIAN MERCEDES, from his pockets to properly then observed him walk onto
incident. matching that description. I clear them. Pennsylvania Ave and then he At this time based upon the
immediately exited my cruiser returned to Minnesota Ave evidence and statements made,
On Tuesday, May 3, 2022, to speak with MERCEDES to I then made my way to speak heading towards Broadway. I placed MERCEDES under
I, Officer David Ruf, was in ask him where he was coming with the reporting party, later arrest for the following;
full-uniform and assigned to from. He stated that he was identified as XXXX, who stated I then spoke with the owner
marked cruiser East-1, for the walking down the street and the following; he was alerted via of the pickup truck, XXXX, M.G.L c266/ §16 B and E of a
Somerville Police Department. when asked if he was in anyo- a camera app on his phone at who stated the following; his Vehicle Night time for a Felony
At approximately 2:32 A.M., nes yard, he stated that he was approximately 2:00 A.M., that vehicle was parked in front of
Officer N. Moreira (East-4) just taking a piss. It should be there was some motion in his his house and it was unlocked. M.G.L c274/ §6 Attempt to
and I were dispatched to XX noted that MERCEDES pockets drive way. On camera you can When officers alerted him that Commit a Crime
Minnesota Ave for a person were all bulging as if items were see MERCEDES checking the his vehicle was broken into and
breaking into motor vehicles. just stuffed into them. MER- door handle to his vehicle. Mr. asked to check to see if any- He was transported by Unit
Officer P. Canty (East-3) also CEDES kept denying going into Mercedes then leaves his drive thing was missing, he realized #200, Officer Rivera, to the
responded as backup. any vehicles and kept stating way and checks another ve- that a check for $5,000 was Somerville Police Headquarters
he just wanted to go home. He hicle’s handle parked next to his missing along with some loos- where he was booked by Lt.
While en route to the area, stated that he was coming from house. Mr. XXXX at this time ing scratch tickets. Shackelford.
Somerville Dispatch informed Davis Square, but he missed is looking out his window and The check belonging to Mr.
units that the suspect was walk- the last bus so he was walking watching what MERCEDES Inside MERCEDES bulging XXXX was photographed and
ing up Minnesota Ave heading home towards Everett. During is doing. He observed MER- pockets was the loosing scratch returned to him. Also the loos-
towards Broadway. Somerville the interaction with MER- CEDES walk in the general area tickets and the check for $5,000 ing scratch tickets belonging to
Dispatch also informed units CEDES he was fidgety and kept of his house and then get into a made out to XXXX. Also in Mr. XXXX, but he wished for
that he was wearing all black moving around, because of this, black Dodge Ram pickup truck MERCEDES pockets were two them to be thrown away. All
and carrying a backpack. I placed him in handcuffs for and then exit the vehicle a short coin purses with $11 in one and other items that were in MER-
As I was arriving in the area officer safety and padded him time later. He then observed $31.54 in the other. Also loose CEDES pockets were logged
and turning onto Minnesota down for any weapons. Due MERCEDES walk down Min- bills and coins totaling $197.25 into evidence.
Ave from Broadway, I encoun- to his pockets being so bulgy, nesota Ave going into a back along with eight pairs of head-
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DADDY JONES BAR & RESTAURANT OFFERS THURSDAY NIGHT TRIVIA
Come join your friends and fun!” several establishments, served as come and enjoy a meal with friends
neighbors each Thursday evening General Manager of The Alibi Bar and neighbors.
starting at 8 p.m. to test your trivia Owner Dimitra Murphy, a Somer- & Lounge at the Liberty Hotel, and
skills. It’s all in fun, and there are ville native with deep ties to the managed several other facilities. A Daddy Jones offers mobile online
prizes given away each week to community, invites customers to lifelong Somerville resident, she is ordering or counter ordering, as
the top competitors. There is no come for dinner prior to trivia. a former cross country coach for the restaurant does not use wait
cost to attend, but reservations are Dinner is served from 5 p.m. to 10 Somerville High School and holds staff. Through the online ordering
required and people can register p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, a Real Estate License. She launched methods, the restaurant shares tips
on the website or at the restaurant. until 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturday Daddy Jones, a 100% woman- with all Daddy Jones team and the
Thursday Night Trivia offers a dif- and to 9 p.m. on Sundays. Daddy owned business, in 2012. restaurant is proud to offer a live-
ferent theme each week. Contests Jones also offers weekend Coffee able wage to employees and support
have included about Golden Girls, Shop services and anticipates open- Daddy Jones Bar and Restaurant is the often forgotten Back Of House
Real Housewives and a range of ing their patio for outdoor dining a neighborhood restaurant offering staff when it comes to the sharing
SOMERVILLE, MA, ISSUED topics from the classic to the edgy. in the near future. And for those casual dining with specialties in of tips! Daddy Jones is known for
APRIL 11, 2022…Daddy Jones John Flaherty, a manager at Daddy who prefer take-out, they can order Greek and American cuisine. The its tzatziki, gyros and Chris Burg-
Bar and Restaurant (http://dad- Jones, is the trivia host. online. restaurant has operated with a ers! Customers are encouraged to
dyjonesbar.com), a lively restaurant “community first” focus throughout enjoy a cocktail, beer or a coffee
offering outdoor dining, casual Owner Dimitra Murphy notes that About Daddy Jones Bar and Res- its nine-year history, partnering at one of their two patios. Daddy
Greek food and burgers, and which the next trivia contest, scheduled taurant and Dimitra Murphy with many community organi- Jones offers outdoor dining on its
has served the Somerville commu- for April 14, is “Cancelled.” She Dimitra Murphy opened Daddy zations and hiring a number of backyard patio for reservations and
nity since 2012, is introducing a fun says, “We’ve all heard a lot about Jones Bar and Restaurant after hav- Somerville High School graduates walk-in, and for take-out. Daddy
activity for family and friends cancel culture. We have an actual ing worked in the hospitality and over the years. Daddy Jones began Jones also offers coffee and break-
alike: Thursday Night Trivia, right trivia contest about people who restaurant industry in the Boston as a small cocktail bar and under fast sandwiches beginning at 8 a.m.
at the restaurant at 525 Medford have been cancelled because of area for a number of years. The Dimitra Murphy’s leadership it on Saturdays and Sundays. For
Street. something they’ve done or that they Boston University graduate worked has grown into a favorite place for additional information, please visit
haven’t done. Come and join in the with The Lyons Group to open Somerville and vicinity residents to http://www.daddyjonesbar.com.
MUST POST STATE JOB OPENINGS
By Bob Katzen tions to submit job listings actually studied and are es- not only garner greater trust Jo Comerford (D-Northamp-
on a state-wide computerized sentially defeated. It is another from the public in government ton). “I’m disappointed to see
The Senate Committee on La- referral system, be shipped off way to kill a bill instead of hiring processes but will also this bill sent to a study order
bor and Workforce Develop- to a study committee. holding a vote on the bill itself. benefit state agencies which but I will continue to push for
ment has recommended that will receive applications from these much-needed improve-
a proposal that would require Most bills that are shipped off “Transparency about state more diverse and qualified ments in subsequent legislative
all state agencies and institu- to a study committee are never employment vacancies will candidates,” said sponsor Sen. sessions.”
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SOMERVILLE OFFERS FREE TAXI RIDES TO LOCAL FOOD AND HEALTH SERVICES
crisis measure during the ville, Arlington, Boston, To learn more and request tive communication (i.e.,
early days of the pan- Cambridge, Everett, and vouchers, visit tinyurl. CART, ASL), written
demic, the City of Somer- Medford. The program is com/somervillecab or call materials in alternative
ville is relaunching the administered jointly by Lisa Robinson, Director of formats, or reasonable
initiative using American the Council on Aging and the Office of Food Access modifications in policies
Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) the Office of Food Access and Healthy Communi- and procedures in order
funds. and Healthy Communi- ties, at 781-747-8502. to access the programs,
ties. Residents age 60 or older activities, and meetings
The Taxi to Health Pro- can book rides directly of the City of Somerville
gram provides residents Residents can book rides through the Council on should please contact
Somerville residents can with free cab rides to directly through the City Aging by calling Connie Adrienne Pomeroy at
once again sign up for free grocery stores, food or request vouchers to use Lorenti at 617-625-6600 617-625-6600 ext. 2059 or
cab rides to access food pantries, farmers mar- in the future. Vouchers ext. 2319. apomeroy@somervillema.
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gram. After establishing non-emergency medical be booked at least two who need auxiliary aids
the program in 2020 as a appointments in Somer- business days in advance. and services for effec-
SOMERVILLE EVICTION MORATORIUM EXTENDED ONE LAST TIME UNTIL JUNE 30
At their meeting on April residents in their homes
21, the Somerville Board of during the pandemic, but Somerville Office of Hous-
Health voted to extend the it’s not the only one. Other ing Stability
City’s eviction moratorium forms of help are avail- (617) 625-6600, ext. 2581
another two months and able, and as the Mayor
ultimately sunset the mora- announced recently, ad- Community Action Agen-
torium on June 30. ditional housing assistance cy of Somerville
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SOMERVILLE CDC COVID-19 COMMUNITY LEVEL IS
HIGH CITY DISTRIBUTING FREE KN95 MASK Continued from front page
Masks strongly encouraged when both your nose and mouth. City Hall: 93 Highland Ave. (start- If You Test Positive: The CDC ad- May 14, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the
indoors in public ing Wednesday, May 11) vises that you isolate for at least five Somerville YMCA, 101 Highland
All urged to be sure vaccinations The CDC recommends follow- Pharmacies: All may pick up high- days. Read the full guidance. Ave. Walk-ins are welcome or pre-
are up to date ing these prevention tips when quality N95 masks provided by Get Vaccinated & Boosted: Vacci- register here. More details here.
COVID-19 community levels are the federal government for free at nations are our best defense against Register at somervillema.gov/co-
SOMERVILLE, MA–The Centers HIGH: participating pharmacies. Loca- severe illness, hospitalization, and vidvaccine (go to the City Vaccina-
for Disease Control and Prevention tions include: death from COVID-19. But protec- tion Clinics tab)
(CDC) raised the COVID-19 Com- Wear a mask indoors in public CVS Pharmacies in Somerville tion does wane over time, which is Other local sites: Go to vaxfinder.
munity Level for all of Middlesex Stay up to date with COVID-19 (while supplies last) why getting a booster is so impor- mass.gov or call 211.
County including Somerville to vaccines 532 Medford St. (617) 628-1401 tant. Keep your immune defenses Transportation Assistance: If you
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5. The majority of Massachusetts Stay home if sick or recently 1065 your vaccines, including a booster. vaccine due to transportation
counties were also at a HIGH exposed 1 Davis Square (617) 629-4156 Boosters are recommended for challenges but otherwise are able
level at this time including Suffolk Additional precautions may be Find more pharmacies offering free everyone age 12+. Learn more at to leave your home, please call 311
(which includes Boston), Norfolk, needed for people at high risk for masks with the CDC lookup tool somervillema.gov/covidvaccine. (617-666-3311) to get connected to
Worcester, Berkshire, Barnstable, severe illness If you’re having trouble finding For information on where you can transportation assistance.
and Franklin. City Locations and Pharmacies Of- high-quality masks, please contact get a vaccine visit:
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The City is strongly encouraging tance. 176 Somerville Ave. (Target shop- need auxiliary aids and services
that high-quality masks be worn Somerville Libraries and City Hall: ping plaza)Moderna and Pfizer for effective communication (i.e.,
indoors in public while the CDC Residents may pick up high-quality COVID-19 RESOURCES: boosters and initial vaccines for CART, ASL), written materials
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mains high and that all persons en- Somerville Libraries starting today Get Tested: If you’re experiencing Walk-in or pre-register here. able modifications in policies and
sure they are up to date on vaccina- (May 6) and at City Hall (starting symptoms of COVID-19 or were Please note: This clinic will perma- procedures in order to access the
tion. Free KN95 masks provided to May 11) during business hours. exposed to someone with COV- nently close May 20, 2022. programs, activities, and meetings
Somerville by the Commonwealth Central Library: 79 Highland Ave. ID-19, you should get tested. Find Pop-up Clinics: See somervillema. of the City of Somerville should
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REAL LIFE SOMERVILLE POLICE STORIES:
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The following is a summary of the details related to
this incident.
is doing. He observed MERCEDES walk in the
general area of his house and then get into a black
DAILY DINNER FOR TWO SPECIALS
Dodge Ram pickup truck and then exit the vehicle
On Tuesday, May 3, 2022, I, Officer David Ruf, was a short time later. He then observed MERCEDES
in full-uniform and assigned to marked cruiser walk down Minnesota Ave going into a back yard
East-1, for the Somerville Police Department. At under construction. He then observed him walk
approximately 2:32 A.M., Officer N. Moreira (East- onto Pennsylvania Ave and then he returned to
4) and I were dispatched to XX Minnesota Ave for Minnesota Ave heading towards Broadway.
a person breaking into motor vehicles. Officer P.
Canty (East-3) also responded as backup. I then spoke with the owner of the pickup truck,
XXXX, who stated the following; his vehicle was
While en route to the area, Somerville Dispatch in- parked in front of his house and it was unlocked.
formed units that the suspect was walking up Min- When officers alerted him that his vehicle was
nesota Ave heading towards Broadway. Somerville broken into and asked to check to see if anything
Dispatch also informed units that he was wearing was missing, he realized that a check for $5,000 was
all black and carrying a backpack. missing along with some loosing scratch tickets.
As I was arriving in the area and turning onto Inside MERCEDES bulging pockets was the loos-
Minnesota Ave from Broadway, I encountered that ing scratch tickets and the check for $5,000 made
party, later identified as CHRISTIAN MERCEDES, out to XXXX. Also in MERCEDES pockets were
matching that description. I immediately exited two coin purses with $11 in one and $31.54 in the
my cruiser to speak with MERCEDES to ask him other. Also loose bills and coins totaling $197.25
where he was coming from. He stated that he was along with eight pairs of headphones and a watch.
walking down the street and when asked if he was
in anyones yard, he stated that he was just taking a At this time based upon the evidence and state-
piss. It should be noted that MERCEDES pockets ments made, I placed MERCEDES under arrest for
were all bulging as if items were just stuffed into the following;
them. MERCEDES kept denying going into any
vehicles and kept stating he just wanted to go M.G.L c266/ §16 B and E of a Vehicle Night time
home. He stated that he was coming from Davis for a Felony
Square, but he missed the last bus so he was walk-
ing home towards Everett. During the interaction M.G.L c274/ §6 Attempt to Commit a Crime
with MERCEDES he was fidgety and kept moving
around, because of this, I placed him in handcuffs He was transported by Unit #200, Officer Rivera, to
for officer safety and padded him down for any the Somerville Police Headquarters where he was
weapons. Due to his pockets being so bulgy, some booked by Lt. Shackelford.
items had to be removed from his pockets to prop- The check belonging to Mr. XXXX was photo-
erly clear them. graphed and returned to him. Also the loosing
scratch tickets belonging to Mr. XXXX, but he
I then made my way to speak with the reporting wished for them to be thrown away. All other items
party, later identified as XXXX, who stated the that were in MERCEDES pockets were logged into
following; he was alerted via a camera app on his evidence.
phone at approximately 2:00 A.M., that there was
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REQUIRE RMV TO PROVIDE INFORMATION TO CITY AND TOWN CLERKS
By Bob Katzen using a Massachusetts license to an undocumented citizen using add strength to the security of are many non-citizens, such as
vote or to register to vote. their driver’s license to register this process by ensuring that green card recipients, who have
The Senate 10-29, rejected an to vote,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman Massachusetts is in compliance earned a license but are not
amendment that would require Amendment supporters said (R-Sutton). “This poses a chal- with the law that enables U.S. eligible to vote.
the RMV to provide informa- this would ensure that anyone lenge to the integrity of the pro- citizens to vote.”
tion on the holder of a Massa- who receives a Massachusetts cess to register to vote, because (A “Yes” vote is for the amend-
chusetts driver’s license to any license who is not eligible to city and town clerks will not be Amendment opponents said ment. A “No” vote is against it).
city or town clerk requesting in- vote is not accidentally reg- able to determine whether or getting a driver’s license has
formation to verify the identity istered to vote. “The bill does not an individual is eligible to nothing to do with a person’s Sen. Patricia Jehlen No
and eligibility of any individual very little to prevent the issue of register. My amendment would ability to vote. They noted there
MUST HAVE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES
By Bob Katzen of local police chiefs in the not need a distinctive license ment that would require that Amendment opponents said
district I represent who I con- to identify a driver. They said the license include the words the amendment is unnecessary
The Senate 8-31, rejected an sulted with prior to yesterday’s the amendment could create be “Not valid for identification” and will only lead to and open
amendment that would require vote,” said Sen. Marc Pacheco an opportunity for stigma and prominently in bold text.” up opportunities to discrimi-
the license to have a back- (D-Taunton). “Based on the allow someone to discriminate nate.
ground color and other features input I received, the possible against its holder. Amendment supporters said
which will distinguish it from corruption of our state licens- that the license is meant to (A “Yes” vote is for the amend-
all other licenses issued by the ing process was flagged as a (A “Yes” vote is for the amend- operate a motor vehicle and ment. A “No” vote is against it).
RMV. significant concern.” ment. A “No” vote is against it). it should be made clear that it
is not valid for identification Sen. Patricia Jehlen No
“[This] would have helped ad- Amendment opponents said NOT VALID FOR ID (S 2851) purposes.
dress issues raised by a number law enforcement officers do Senate 7-32, rejected an amend-
SOMERVILLE/MEDFORD REMEMBERING VITO VACCAR
Rose Nazzaro predeceased day longer than his beloved try and community. He was Home, 855 Broadway (Pow-
him. He will be missed by Josephine, so that he could in the US Navy Submarine der House Square) Somer-
his children Vivian Nelson take care of her til the end. Service during World War ville on Monday, May 16th
and her husband Bill, Phil Sadly that is one goal he II, stationed in Key West, at 9AM followed by a Fu-
Vaccaro and his wife Dot- did not accomplish. He and FL. He served his commu- neral Mass celebrated in St.
tye, Nick Vaccaro and his Josephine were role models nity as a little league coach, Catherine of Genoa Church,
wife Tonna and Joanne as parents, an opinion often Boy Scout leader and mem- 185 Summer Street, Somer-
Vaccaro and his devoted shared by their nieces. Into ber of St. Polycarp’s Men’s ville at 10AM. Relatives and
grandchildren, Eric Nelson their 90s, they were the best Club. friends invited to attend.
and Marie Maffei, Scott and dancers on the floor, for all Vito was elected to the Calling Hours in the funeral
Vito Vaccaro of Somerville, Rashmi Nelson, Karen and to admire. Vito created awe- Somerville School Commit- home, Sunday, May 15th
quietly passed away on April Tom Morrissey, Philip and some, loving memories for tee, Board of Alderman and from 3PM – 6PM.
29, 2022, he was 98. Born Michele Vaccaro, Craig and his family, organizing camp- was appointed to the Liquor Services will conclude with
in Boston, he was the son Amber Vaccaro, Tara and ing trips, touring national Licensing Board where he Military Honors and Burial
of Annie (Palmieri) and Hal Gudmundsen, Tonna sites and simply spending was an active participant un- at Holy Cross Cemetery,
Filippo Vaccaro. Vaccaro, Nicholas and Hope time at the ball park. til the age of 92. For all of his Malden.
Vaccaro. Vito is survived by Vito worked many 2nd and service and commitment, In lieu of flowers, donations
Vito is survived by the many loving great grand- 3rd jobs to provide for his the corner of Fremont and in Mr. Vaccaro’s name can
love of his life and wife of children, nieces and neph- young family and retired Main Streets in Somerville is be made to All Care Hos-
77 years, Josephine (Della ews. from General Electric after named Vito Vaccaro Square. pice, 210 Maple Street, Lynn,
Piana) Vaccaro and his sister Vito was devoted to his fam- 45 years. Funeral Procession from the MA 01901 or to a charity of
Frances Marotta. His sister ily. His goal was to live one He proudly served his coun- George L. Doherty Funeral one’s choice.
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SOMERVILLE WAGE THEFT ADVISORY COMMITTEE SEEKS ONE MEMBER
ville residents are invited to nance. This is a volunteer posi- The City of Somerville is an charge, upon request.
apply. Boards and commis- tion appointed by the Mayor. affirmative action/equal op-
sions offer an opportunity portunity employer and does Persons with disabilities who
for residents with a range of Applications are due Friday, not discriminate on the basis need auxiliary aids and services
experience, skills, expertise, May 13. Interested candidates of race, color, sex, religion, age, for effective communication
and perspectives to share their should submit a statement of national origin, disability or (i.e., CART, ASL), written
talents and insights with their interest to Hannah Carrillo, any other protected category. materials in alternative formats,
community. Legislative Liaison, at hcar- Women, minorities, veterans, or reasonable modifications
rillo@somervillema.gov or to and persons with disabilities are in policies and procedures in
The Wage Theft Advisory Com- the Mayor’s Office, City Hall, encouraged to apply. Auxil- order to access the programs,
mittee meets at least once every 93 Highland Avenue, Somer- iary aids and services, written activities, and meetings of
Open Positions: One two months to review wage ville, MA 02143. Please contact materials in alternative formats, the City of Somerville should
Term: Three years theft complaints and advise the Hannah with any questions at and reasonable modifications in please contact Adrienne Pome-
The Somerville Wage Theft City Council on the implemen- the previously listed email or policies and procedures will be roy at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or
Advisory Committee seeks one tation and effectiveness of the 617-625-6600 ext. 2100. provided to qualified indi- apomeroy@somervillema.gov
new member, and all Somer- Somerville Wage Theft Ordi- viduals with disabilities free of
SOMERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES SEEKS NEW MEMBER
Open Positions: One Somerville Public Library. volunteer capacity. Trustees opportunity employer and
Term: Three years The Board works with are appointed by the Mayor. does not discriminate on Persons with disabilities
The Somerville Public the Library Director to Applications are due the basis of race, color, sex, who need auxiliary aids and
Library Board of Trustees oversee the operating and Friday, May 20. Interested religion, age, national ori- services for effective com-
seeks one new member, and administrative policies for candidates should submit gin, disability or any other munication (i.e., CART,
all Somerville residents are the Library. The Trustees a statement of interest to protected category. Women, ASL), written materials
invited to apply. Boards and also support the libraries Cathy Piantigini, Director minorities, veterans, and in alternative formats, or
commissions offer an op- through long-range stra- of Libraries, at cpiantigini@ persons with disabilities reasonable modifications
portunity for residents with tegic planning, advocacy, somervillema.gov or 79 are encouraged to apply. in policies and procedures
a range of experience, skills, public relations, and out- Highland Avenue, Somer- Auxiliary aids and services, in order to access the
expertise, and perspectives reach efforts. ville, MA 02143. Please written materials in alterna- programs, activities, and
to share their talents and email Cathy or call her at tive formats, and reasonable meetings of the City of
insights with their com- The Board of Trustees 617-623-5000 ext. 2910 modifications in policies Somerville should please
munity. typically meets the second with questions. and procedures will be pro- contact Adrienne Pomeroy
Wednesday of each month vided to qualified individu- at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or
The Board of Trustees is from 6 to 8 p.m. Trustees The City of Somerville is als with disabilities free of apomeroy@somervillema.
the governing body of the serve three-year terms in a an affirmative action/equal charge, upon request. gov.
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after: Tuesday, September 7, 2021.
Sealed bids will be received at the
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