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Arrests:
Melih Ciftci, January 12, 5:28 p.m., arrested at Bow St. on a charge of disorderly conduct.
Alex Diaz, January 13, 11:18 p.m., arrested at Broadway on warrant charges of alcohol from open container, unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor, and operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs.
The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation today announced it has awarded the first grants through its new Racial Justice in Health program that will support grassroots nonprofit community organizations led by people of color. These grants were part of the Foundation’s overall grantmaking activity in 2021 that totaled nearly $4 million and continued philanthropic support for dozens of statewide initiatives involving behavioral health and health care access.
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The Somerville Arts Space Risk Assessment analyzes the impact of development pressure on arts organizations across the city and makes recommendations for how to protect art spaces and support the creative economy. Join us on January 19 to learn more about our Somerville Arts Space Risk Assessment work. Hear about policy recommendations to support Somerville arts spaces. Please spread the word and invite colleagues and fellow artists. Register now for the meeting: https://bit.ly/somerville-art-space
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Today as we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., it’s important to remember that reflecting on his legacy and quoting his powerful words is not enough.
Members of the King family have asked that rather than celebrate MLK Day we take inspiration from Dr. King and put in the work to build a more just, equitable society. In particular, they have asked Americans to stand up for voting rights. In a statement, Martin Luther King III said, “MLK Day has always been a day on, not off. When we call for ‘no celebration without legislation,’ we’re not urging Americans not to honor this day – we’re asking people to honor Dr. King through action to protect the right to vote.”
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Help local pets and shop for your Valentine
Kitty Connection, an all-volunteer non-profit dedicated to rescuing and finding safe, loving homes for local cats and dogs, will hold an Online Silent Auction from 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 28 through 9:00 p.m., Sunday, January 30 at www.myminiauction.com/kittyconnection.
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Lloyd Schwartz dropped by my humble abode to discuss his new project with the Cervena Barva Press, an anthology of poetry by Somerville High School students. Schwartz also discussed the new Ibbetson Street 50, his introduction to poetry in his early years, and read a new poem of his “Lucifer’s Labyrinth”
Click here to listen to the full interview.
Somerville Police Respond to Breaking & Entering
On 1/1/22 at approximately 4:06 a.m., Somerville Police responded to a residence on Dearborn Rd for report of a breaking and entering in progress. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victims who stated they observed a man shining a light into their basement window then attempted to step inside. The man was described as wearing a black hooded sweatshirt.
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The City of Somerville is hosting a pop-up COVID-19 testing site on Saturday, January 15, at Connexion, 149 Broadway, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
This location will offer PCR tests to Somerville residents of all ages who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or who have a known exposure to COVID-19. Testing is free, regardless of health insurance or immigration status. Appointments are required. To schedule a test, visit somervillema.gov/covidtesting or call 311 (617-666-3311).
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