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There have been many good deeds by Somerville people in these hard economic times. But the folks at Amelia's Kitchen in Teele Square deserve special recognition: they returned a lost credit card to its relieved owner, Ann, who was very pleased and thankful for the honesty.

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Election for the special Senate seat is next Tuesday, April 13. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Only Ward 1 precinct 1 and Ward 2 precinct 1 here in Somerville are in the district but there are a lot of signs down there in East Somerville for this race. Our best to Sal DiDominico who has worked very hard and of course Mike Albano who grew up in the district and lives now in Chelsea. Six candidates going for this seat with three from Cambridge.

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Speaking of elections we hear rumblings for the Governors Councilors seat presently held by Michael Callahan who is not running for re-election. This is a crazy district which is spread out over some of the most unlikely places, so expect some names coming out on this one. Last time this seat was opened quite a few candidates jumped at this job, we expect someone from Somerville to jump in as well this time.

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Still time to get some candidates for all our local state representatives' seats. Anyone choosing to run for the State Representative or Senate seat has to pull papers in town at the Secretary of States office. You have 150 signatures for state representative and 300 for senate and turned in to the local Election Department by April 27. So there is still time for someone to jump in the races, competition is great and opens up debate, remember our elected officials work for the people not for themselves, hopefully some candidates will come out. We hear that Congressman Mike Capuano might get a last minute opponent from Boston. We know one independent candidate for State representative against Carl, who is from Medford. If nothing else no matter what side of the fence you're on, the election of Scott Brown as US senator was a wake up call for all those elected officials that take for granted the majority – independent, non-partisan citizens who simply want government to work for everyone, not just the elite or well connected.

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Save the date: Register of Deeds and Former Mayor Gene Brune is having his annual Scholarship Breakfast this month…coming up May 9 Anthony's in Malden.

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Spring is here and soon summer…the way the weather changes around here… the local YMCA on Highland has a great workout room to help you slim down for those sunny beach days, and the prices are more then reasonable.

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Don't forget about the Somerville High Scholarship Foundation annual fundraiser, $100 for the chance to win $10,000 and a whole lot of other prizes as well.

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Happy Birthday to one of our biggest fans (yes contrary to the PDS crowd we have fans) Donna Casey from Cobble Hill, both her and her son John are huge fans, we wish her the best and many more happy birthdays.

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We hear through the grapevine, that the Police Department recently let go one of there own for just cause. This is something that doesn't happen that often and thank goodness. It was done very quietly which to some might be good; there were many factors that lead up to his dismissal, we heard.

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Somerville Recreation and the Highlander Athletics are running Baseball and Softball Spring Training over April school vacation. The focus of the Spring Training Program is to review the fundamentals of softball and baseball skills such as batting, fielding and throwing to prepare the kids for the upcoming Little League and Softball seasons. Children ages 6-14, April 20 to 23rd, time 9a.m. to 12p.m. and cost is $30 (includes snack and camp T-shirt), at Somerville High School Field House. Children should bring a water bottle, baseball glove, bat and batting helmet (if they have one), and sweat pants for sliding drills. For more info call 617 625-6600 Recreation Dept. or dplazzo@somervillema.gov.

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What's with the guy who recently purchased a home on Thorndike Street and feels as though he can do whatever he wants? This past weekend he was caught tearing off the asbestos siding without a permit. Not very safe. He just bought into the neighborhood but felt like he could throw up ladders in neighbor's yards and do whatever he wants. At least until the building inspector arrived many hours later when the joker was almost done. Don't you know: Tuesday morning 7:30 a.m. This guy's out there tearing it off again….

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Mayor Joe Curtatone will appear at Business Town Meeting V, Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at the Somerville Theatre, in Davis Square. The event is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and gives business owners an opportunity to hear from the mayor and ask him questions.

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The new hours and dates for the Family Anonymous (FA) meetings at the TAB building 2nd floor will be every Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. starting April 14th, any questions you can call 617 202-1070.

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The Somerville Lions Club's Eye Mobile will be at the Healey School on Meacham Street on Tuesday April 20 from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm doing free eye screening exams.

So come and get your eyes checked.

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Also don't forget about Sunday May 2. The Somerville Lion's Club's Annual Breakfast that is being held at the lion's Club House 9 New Washington Street in Somerville from 8:30am- 11:30am. Tickets are $10 per person.

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It's time for Somerville Adult Evening School. Register on April 8, 13 and 15 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Somerville High School main office between 6 and 8 p.m. The 5-week session only costs $75 with additional materials fees, starting on Tuesday, April 27 and ends May 27. Classes will meet on Tuesday or Thursday evenings and include: Jewelry Making, Pastels or Watercolor Art, Computers, Culinary, How to Manage Multi Family Homes, Casting and Moldmaking, and Furniture Making. Register in person at SHS or online. Contact: Principal Sophia Carafotes at 617-628-2594.