RSJ department and Ballantyne Administration seek members for Youth Justice League and Ambassadors for reimagining policing efforts

The City of Somerville will observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day this year with reflection, a call to support voting rights, and the announcement of two opportunities for residents to help advance and inform the city’s ongoing racial and social justice work.

By Jim Clark

Somerville Police officers were dispatched to The Burren bar on Elm St. last Wednesday at approximately 1:00 a.m. on reports of a man hitting the door of The Burren with a chair.

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

Honor and progress is the city of Somerville’s motto/slogan. We certainly have lots of progress. I’d like to think that the honor part is our love and dedication to family, city and friends.

My family moved three streets from Davis Square in 1960. I was seven years old. The train still rumbled through Davis Square, which was filled with every kind of specialty store you could think of and two five and tens. The cars were big and clunky, and there were two bowling alleys, tons of bar rooms, and two Chinese restaurants.

From COVID response and recovery to affordability for all, from racial and social justice to transparency, 100-day agenda released

In her inaugural address on Monday, January 3, newly elected Mayor Katjana Ballantyne laid out her vision for an administration that is inclusive and transparent, examines every issue through an equity lens, and strives to ensure progress made in the city positively affects all residents and businesses. She also promised to announce her 100-day work plan, and today she delivers on that promise with the release of the 100 Day Somerville ‘Progress for All’ Agenda. The agenda can be viewed at somervillema.gov/100days or below. 

Dennis Morales and Jacey Morales receive Somerville Business History award on behalf of Taco Loco.

The Somerville Museum presented its annual awards at a small in-person ceremony. The Museum’s awards program honors organizations and individuals that have served the City of Somerville or the Museum, making a powerful contribution to the community.

— Photo by Wayne Lake, courtesy of Jean Appolon Expressions.

By Ryan DiLello

In the heart of Somerville there is a 120-year-old armory building that stores resources for local artists to defend cultural spaces within the community.

Stephanie Scherpf is the Director of the Center for the Arts at the Armory. For 12 years the organization has served as a cultural hub for growing artists to experiment, perform, and connect with the Somerville community.

COVID-19 vaccine booster clinics will be held January 12, 19, and 26 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the City Hall Annex, 50 Evergreen Ave. The Moderna booster will be offered. Registration is required. Please register at tinyurl.com/SomervilleVax or call 311. The clinic is free, and open to all people 18 years or older, regardless of immigration status or health insurance. Identification is not required. Please bring your vaccine card with you to your appointment, and arrive at the time of your appointment to avoid overcrowding in the building.

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Red snapper is a sweet, mild, and meaty fish. By roasting the fish whole, it keeps the meat really moist. I usually cook cod or haddock fillets, but wanted something different. By purchasing a whole fish you have the advantage of seeing how fresh the fish it. For instance, you can see the freshness a few different ways.

As we get into the snowy months of winter it’s good for all of us to make sure we understand what the odd-even rules are and where we stand this season.

Here is a reminder of what the city’s snow parking rules and guidelines are for the 21/22 winter season: