We
heard from several sources that Princess Rebekah Gewirtz was in hot
pursuit of being elected Vice President of the Board of Aldermen. The
story goes she had 5 votes and needed just one more vote for a majority
and personally called the other 6 aldermen to get their support. We
were told that she was extremely upset over the fact she couldn't turn
up that sixth vote. We were told she was sort of on the nasty side, but
it didn't matter, seems as though Alderman Jack Connolly had the 6
votes all tied up ahead of time. Does this make it even for the two of
them?
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The Somerville News/ERA Norton
party was well attended by well over 100 locals Friday night. On The
Hill Tavern did a great job with the food and the way it was done. Bob
Antonelli and his staff made sure everyone enjoyed themselves.
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The
annual Somerville High School musical (Bye Bye Birdie) costs around
$12,000 to produce – all from funds generated by ad book and ticket
sales. This year, the musical will be staged on February 6 and 7 and if
you want to purchase an ad and support this wonderful production, then
you need to get your ad into Rosemary Sears (the Producer) before
December 31. You can contact Rosemary at 617-625-6600 x. 6109 or email
her at rsears@somerville.mec.edu.
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Happy
85th birthday to Former Ward 4 Alderman Vito Vaccaro – some of us have
known Vito very well for 40 plus years – and he is still going strong –
congrats Vito!
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The Police Department
held its Holiday Party/Police Officers Ball last Friday at the Holiday
Inn in Somerville. During the event, Mayor Joe Curtatone and Chief
Anthony Holloway presented commendations to the Somerville Police
Officers for their dedication, heroic actions and commitment to the
citizens of Somerville. James Slattery won officer of the year for life
saving heroics and everyday professionalism. Mario Oliveira won
investigator of the year. Robert Hickey won the department's medal of
honor for his courageous performance at a Dane Street house fire in
which he saved lives. Maryann Manfra won the community service award.
Michael Silva, Alan Monaco, James Rooney, Diogo DeOliveira and Michael
Holland each won life saving awards.
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The
Cambridge/Somerville Program's annual Christmas Party for Autistic
charities that benefit Cambridge and Somerville families is being held
Saturday, December 13th at the Somerville City Club. Doors open at 1
p.m. and the event will be hosted by the ever-popular Jimmy DelPonte.
Local merchants and dedicated families like the Nardella family keep
this dream alive for so many kids to celebrate the holiday cheers on
this day year after year. Donations of any type will be welcomed and
appreciated.
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Don't forget if you need a
Christmas Wreath or Tree this year, head to Foss Park and support the
Next Wave/Full Circle Alternative Schools – they will be there until
December 21 – wreaths cost $12 and trees range from $9 to $49,
depending on size.
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The year's Somerville
Public Schools Winter Concerts will be held on Thursday, December 11th
(the all-city elementary concert) and Thursday, December 18th (SHS
winter concert) – both starting at 7:00 pm and both at the SHS
Auditorium. These are truly special events that you should check out if
you have never been in previous years.
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Happy
Anniversary to "DC Stillson" – DC Stillson of Somerville patented the
fabulous Stillson wrench in the year 1876 – so what the heck is a
Stillson wrench you ask? Actually, it was the first wrench with the
ability to grip and turn piping with its adjustable teeth that is used
still in modern times by many plumbers. Just remember, it was made
right here in Somerville, USA.
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We wish a
get well soon to Somerville's own, former Pittsburgh Pirates baseball
player Larry Fidalgo of Fidalgo Floor Company who was laid up in the
Hospital last week – Larry is a great guy and a big part of the history
here in the 'Ville!
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The bars and
restaurants in Union Square are really getting in the Christmas spirit
this season by giving back to the community here. Sally O'Brien's is
sponsoring a Food Drive for the month of December with all proceeds
going to the Somerville Homeless Coalition. Drop off any non-perishable
food items, which began on December 1st and will continue until
December 17th at Sally O'Brien's, The Precinct and the Neighborhood
Restaurant. Foods like pasta and sauce, soup, canned vegetables and
especially proteins like tuna and peanut butter are all welcomed. Last
year over 400 cans were collected, this year with even more in need,
they are looking to double that amount. For more information, contact
Kevin Crowley at 617 666-3589, it's a great cause.
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Joe
Lynch of the Somerville Pundit TV show hosted an episode with our own
Jamie Norton as guest along with Kat Powers of the Journal last week.
Not long enough of a show, should have been more time – it could have
been interesting. Well, we hear that some at The Somerville News here
are considering a live TV show on a weekly basis – they're looking for
a co-host we hear…
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