By Jim Clark

Somerville Police officers were dispatched to Assembly Row last Saturday evening on reports of a man threatening people with a knife.

Upon arrival, the officers were flagged down by one of the victims in front of Starbucks, who stated that the suspect, later identified as Quentin Harris, took off towards the Christmas Tree Parking lot.

Arrests:
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Mauro Spindola, of Medford, April 10, 12:41 p.m., arrested at Broadway on a warrant charge of unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.

Stephen Fusco, of Providence, RI, April 12, 4:26 p.m., arrested at Somerville Ave. on a warrant charge of shoplifting by asportation.

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

Back in the 70s I had a very friendly family who lived in the projects on Powder House Boulevard. I heard that it’s being torn down and it just uncovered a lot of memories for me. When I think of the projects I think of fun and a little bit of mischief too.

The Somerville City Council’s Legislative Matters Committee will be examining a proposed amendment to the current construction noise ordinance.

By Jim Clark

At the most recent regular meeting of the Somerville City Council on Thursday, April 13, an ordinance was put forward by Council President and Ward 3 Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen amending Section 9-116 of the Code of Ordinances, the Noise Ordinance, by prohibiting loud and disruptive construction activities on Saturdays and evenings.

A family of squirrel siblings were rescued and brought back to health by a group of generous local volunteers. — Photos courtesy of Jess Reese

By Jess Reese
Salem Wildlife Rescue

Last week, I took in two baby squirrels from Somerville. Mom was gone so the babies fell out of the nest looking for help. They were dehydrated, had bugs on them, a bit of blood on their faces, and were in obvious need of help. Many adult dead squirrels have been seen due to it being a high-traffic area.

On Monday, April 17, the City of Somerville celebrated Patriots’ Day at Foss Park on Broadway. The event featured a reenactment of Paul Revere’s famous ride from Boston to Lexington, which happened to pass right through Somerville. Attendees enjoyed period-appropriate refreshments and games. They were invited to complete their “Colonial Passports” to win a prize and shop for educational items at the Somerville Museum’s table, all while enjoying music from the Somerville High School band. Colonial clothing was encouraged and worn by many who attended. — Photos by Claudia Ferro and Bobbie Toner

The City of Somerville is participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this month, hosting two collection events for residents to safely dispose of prescription medications. Collection events will take place Saturday, April 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 220 Washington St. and 6 Newbury St. Staff from the city’s Community Outreach, Help, and Recovery (COHR) Department and the Prevention Services Division will be at both locations to collect unused or expired medications and used sharps (needles and syringes) and to provide overdose prevention information and resources. Free harm reduction materials including Narcan, fentanyl test strips, CPR face shields, and syringe disposal boxes will also be available. For more information, contact Prevention Services Manager Matthew Mitchell at mmitchell@somervillema.gov or (617) 625-6600 ext. 25.