The Somerville Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) will be holding a public meeting and hearing on Tuesday, January 25, concerning the requested demolition of two structures on Broadway, the building where Lyndell’s Bakery is located (274 Willow Ave. / 720 Broadway) and the house next to it at 722 Broadway. This is the first of two steps in the Demolition Review Process.

Bill Galatis, the owner of Lyndell’s, recently sent an email about the future of Lyndell’s to the Ball Square District Association:

“Joe Fodera, our landlord did mention to me over a year ago that he and his family were considering (subject to all the necessary neighborhood and city approvals) re-developing the corner of Willow and Broadway into a mixed retail and residential project. Joe committed to me that if this project goes forward then Lyndell’s Bakery would occupy the major retail space. We would work collaboratively in deciding the size and design of the bakery. Lyndell’s Bakery is not for sale, is not closing and I expect to continue to be the 100% owner for a very long time. If the project goes forward, it gives us a chance to upgrade our classic look, invest in new equipment and potentially have some more indoor seating. Please disregard any comments that are on social media. These people simply don’t know the facts. We view this as positive for Lyndell’s and Ball Square. We will have to relocate somewhere in Ball Square until the new space is turned over to us.”

All the many fans of Lyndell’s are greatly pleased to get this news.