Tonight at Old Magoun Saloon from 6 to 9 is the correct night for Ward 5 Alderman Sean O’Donovan’s time. We hope he has a great time. We plan on being there. Last week we mistakenly mentioned that last Wednesday was his time. Nope it’s tonight.

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We hear that Lady J has asked for and received a 12 week leave of absence from work at the City. Too much stress, we hear , was the reason. Isn’t it amazing, the amount of stress some can give but not take? We hear that she’s not going back to COA. Looks like our papers are safe for at least 12 weeks! We hear that Ms. Cindy is going back shortly, since the city concluded its investigation into the various allegations. The city finished and we hear that the DA was looking over the paperwork from the investigation. What do you think the DA will conclude?   Cindy was put on paid leave. Some say she’s going back to COA, some say no. We’ll keep you posted – since lips are suppose to be sealed, aren’t they?

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This Sunday is Somerville Lions Annual Charity Breakfast on May 15th at the Lion’s clubhouse located at 9 New Washington Street (behind the Somerville Holiday Inn) from 8; 30p.m. to 11a.m., tickets $8.00 pp or two for great price of $15.00. Call King Lion himself, Billy Tauro, at 617 293-2016 for more information.

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The following Sunday, May 22, is Eugene C. Brune’s 27th Annual Scholarship Breakfast in Malden at Anthony’s…So two weeks in a row go out to breakfast on Sunday morning and support two great causes.

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Heard a rumor that might sound very interesting. Murray for Governor with Curtatone as Lt. Governor? We will have to wait and see properly. Not too long , though.  Too bad the terms for state officers, Senators and Representatives are not limited.  Maybe then they wouldn’t treat us like it’s a career instead of working for the people.

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Another reminder of the annual SHS foundation annual drawing, with first prize for $10,000.00. Lots of other prizes as well. Only 250 tickets sold. Send your $100.00 to SHS Raffle c/o Eugene C. Brune, PO Box 440275, Somerville 02144…Great cause helping hundreds of students at the high school go to college.

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We want to welcome back home to the Ville Ben and Marie Miele, who have recently returned from their restful Alabama trip. They are all ready to start going back and forth to the doctors for Ben because his cancer came back while they were in Alabama and he had to go through five weeks of radiation. Now he has to see the doctors up here starting Monday. Our prayers are with them both and we wish for a speedy and healthy recovery as well for Ben.

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Alderman Maryann Heuston wants to spruce up Ward 2. She’s putting in requests for improvements to Ward 2. Please let her hear from you. Be as specific as you can about requested locations for the following types of requests.   Street lights that need repair, streets that need paving, trees needed, additional trash receptacles, bike racks needed, potholes requiring repair, and many other things you can think of. Call Alderman Heuston at 617 492-5331 or email her at mheuston@hotmail.com.

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Our happy birthday greetings go out to a good guy and local Attorney Ed Smith this week as well as Mrs. Melissa Hurley – Sullivan. Michelle Bowler is also celebrating this week, and good friend to The News as well Charlie Lacombe. We wish them and all those here in the Ville a Happy Birthday and great day.

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Congratulations to Ariana Roche who is one of our sweetest Somerville News fans. Ariana won the National Guidance Councilor Scholarship. She is a bright and ambitious young lady and we wish her all the best and much success in her future.

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A very special get well soon to our good friend Kay Post who is recuperating after not feeling well last week. Kay is a wonderful woman and we wish her all the best for a speedy recovery.

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Somerville High School Class of 1961 50th Reunion is scheduled for Saturday, September 24th, at Hillview Country Club, North Reading MA. If you have not been contacted, please email   shs6150th@gmail.com

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Healey Recyclathon will take place May 18. Fun for all ages always accompanies the bargains at this giant yard sale. This year, the PTA and the 8th grade join the student newspaper, Happening at the Healey, in sponsoring the event, sure to be a Super Recyclathon. The PTA will offer a Super Bounce for kids for $1, and a chance to dunk a grownup, 3 throws for a dollar (kids and adults welcome). Help the Pets! Please bring in old, clean towels, blankets, unused pet food and other pet supplies, which our help-the-pets committee is collecting for Somerville Animal Control. Any kid who brings in a contribution toward this need will be rewarded with a prize coupon, lots more!

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Save our Homes 8th Annual Walk To Help Prevent Homelessness will take place Sunday May 15th, 2011; Registration begins at 1:30pm;the walk begins at 2:00pm.The 5k (3.1 mile) walk route begins at Somerville High School, passes affordable housing landmarks, and ends at Somerville High School. Help make this years walk a success by either donating to the walk or walking.  If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Shannon LeBlanc at 617-776-5931 x238 or Stacey Pires at 617-776-5931 x232.

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Just a reminder that the City’s annual Shape Up Somerville / Somerville Recreation Road Race, which had previously been scheduled for April 10, 2011, has been rescheduled for Sunday, June 5th as part of the City’s first SomerStreets event of the year. For a map of the race course, please visit the City’s website, www.somervillema.gov.