Our View of the Times – August 5

On August 5, 2020, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Even though the summer weather is enticing and it draws us out into the open for social and athletic activities, it is important to remember that the risk of catching the COVID-19 virus is still very real.

More than ever, it is important to follow the established safety guidelines as we continue our efforts to flatten the curve, lower infection rates and ultimately defeat the scourge that has rendered our lives heavily restricted and our patience taxed to the very limits.

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Somerville firefighters to receive federal grant

On August 5, 2020, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Somerville, MA receives $254,840 to assist fire department in latest round of grants

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today $59 million in direct assistance grants to 392 fire departments nationwide through the agency’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. Additional phases will soon be announced.

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It was a blazing hot day in July, but being the holy fool I am I walked from my apartment in Union Square to Davis Square to meet Stan Eichner. Eichner has an exhibit at the Inside/Out Gallery that is situated in Davis. The “gallery” is in a storefront window – that gets a lot of traffic – perfect for a photographer who wants exposure (pardon the pun).

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Lyrical Somerville – August 5

On August 5, 2020, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Robin Stratton is the author of four novels, including one which was a National Indie Excellence Book Award finalist (On Air, Mustang Press, 2011), two collections of poetry and short fiction, and a writing guide. A four-time Pushcart Prize nominee, she’s been published in Word Riot, 63 Channels, Antithesis Common, Poor Richard’s Almanac(k), Blink-Ink, Pig in a Poke, Chick Flicks, Up the Staircase, Shoots and Vines, and many others. Since 2004 she’s been Acquisitions Editor for Big Table Publishing Company, Senior Editor of Boston Literary Magazine since 2009, and she was Director of the Newton Writing and Publishing Center until she moved from Boston to San Francisco in 2018. Now she leads the popular “Six Feet of Poetry” and “Fiction by the Foot” series. Her latest book is Some Have Gone and Some Remain. She’d love to have you visit at robinstratton.com

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Strong winds bring down trees and power lines in Somerville

On August 4, 2020, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

 

Somerville Fire, Police, DPW workers, and Somerville Auxiliary Cert Team are busy cleaning up from the high winds of Tuesday night’s storm which is knocking down trees and tree limbs taking down power lines in Somerville.   There have been reports of falling tress and limbs throughout the city. Pictured here is  Bay State Avenue around 5:00 p.m. where  live wires have been knocked down.

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Somerville Police Crime Log July 25 – August 2

On August 4, 2020, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Arrests:
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Robert Carney, of Haverhill, July 25, 2:24 a.m., arrested at College Ave. on a charge of aggravated assault and battery.

Renan Santos, of Rutland, August 2, 2:16 a.m., arrested at Inner Belt Rd. on charges of reckless operation of a motor vehicle, unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and improper operation of a motor vehicle.

 

Thirty-fourth Middlesex District State Rep. Christine Barber.

House passes police reform bill 93-6
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Representative Christine P. Barber of Medford and Somerville voted in favor of H.4860​: An Act Relative to Justice, Equity and Accountability in Law Enforcement in the Commonwealth​, an omnibus police reform bill. This bill was a response to recent urgent calls to address racism and police brutality.

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City Council to vote August 5 on proposed polling place changes

On August 3, 2020, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

On Wednesday, August 5, the Somerville City Council will hold a special meeting at 7:00 p.m. One item on the agenda will be a vote on moving five polling places. Four of the changes are being made to allow for necessary COVID-19 safety precautions to be taken. A fifth change, which moves a polling location from the Kennedy School to the Dilboy Post, was made in response to routing concerns voiced by both pedestrians and drivers. This public meeting will be held virtually, and will also include public testimony on Tufts University’s reopening plan. Members of the public can join the meeting live online with GoToWebinar, or by tuning in to Somerville City Cable TV (RCN 613 and 13, Comcast 22).

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Summer fire safety notice: Grilling, outdoor fires, and more

On August 3, 2020, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

The Somerville Fire Department is reminding residents that charcoal, wood, electric, and propane grills are not allowed on porches, balconies, fire escapes, or roofs. Propane tanks are not allowed to be stored in or on any residential building at any time. Grills should be kept clean to prevent grease fires. Grilling should be done on ground level, ten feet away from any combustible walls or structures. Grills should not be used under any overhangs. Never leave a grill burning unattended. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, and chimeneas are prohibited in the City of Somerville.

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Public hearing on Tufts reopening plan

On August 2, 2020, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

The Somerville City Council will hold a public hearing on Tufts University’s reopening plan on Wednesday, August 5, starting at 7:00 p.m. There are two ways residents can submit testimony:

  • To attend and be heard, enter the following link into your internet browser at any time before the meeting: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6975948688038741262. You will be asked to register for the meeting, and after registering, you will receive an email with instructions to join the meeting/webinar when it starts.

  • Testimony can also be sent via email to cityclerk@somervillema.gov or mail to the City Clerk, 93 Highland Avenue, 02143. The comments must arrive no later than noon on Wednesday, August 5, in order to be sure they are conveyed to the Council.

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