Obituary: Leonard J Rigione

On May 15, 2024, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
Leonard J. Rigione  passed away at home on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the age of 82. Affectionately known as Lenny, or Papa to his grandkids, he proudly served in the Massachusetts Army National Guard. He retired after 20 years with veteran status.

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Somerville through the eyes of Denise

On May 15, 2024, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Features floor walls roof yard. Only $950. A month!…
— Photo by Denise Provost

 

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So, I taught Ginsberg’s poem Howl the other day. Out of 36 students in two classes, only one knew who he was. So, I was glad to talk a bit about Ginsberg and the Beat Generation, and my experience with him in Buffalo, NY, in 1975 (I tried to get him on my campus radio show Idea Exchange, to no avail).

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Lyrical Somerville – May 15

On May 15, 2024, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Ron A. Kalman is a poet who lives in the Boston area and has published widely. His poetry has been translated into multiple languages and has appeared in 10 countries. The poem below was first published in Canto Planetario, a global anthology out of Costa Rica about the state of our planet. It had participants from 110 countries, and Ron A. Kalman was one of five poets representing the United States. His chapbook, Appearance of the Sun, is available from Main Street Rag Publishing.

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Arts at the Armory’s Spotlight Series: The Soul Rebels

On May 14, 2024, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Join the Arts at the Armory’s Spotlight Series for an electrifying performance by The Soul Rebels. This eight-member collective is set to bring their unique blend of funk, soul, hip hop, jazz, and rock to the stage with vibrant style. 

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Somerville,

I’m worried about how the water and sewer bills are affecting you, too. That’s why I put forward a City Council order calling for a Public Hearing in the Equity Committee.

Please come to City Hall on Wednesday May 15th, 6:30pm, in the City Council Chambers.

There is also a virtual option on zoom.

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Final city-led Armory Master Plan Meeting

On May 14, 2024, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

The final Armory Master Plan meeting will focus on “Future Governance” and is scheduled for Wednesday, May 15 at 6 p.m. at the Community Baptist Church on College Avenue, Somerville. 

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Big Papi visiting Somerville Cannabis Dispensary on Wednesday, May 15th. David Ortiz, also known as Big Papi, is making an appearance at Revolutionary Clinics in Somerville tomorrow to promote his premium cannabis brand, “Papi Cannabis”. 

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Somerville Police Crime Log April 30 – May 6

On May 13, 2024, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
Robbery
On 5/4/24 at approximately 8:23 p.m., Somerville Police responded to a business in Assembly Row for report of a shoplifting. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated a male and female party entered the store and began to shoplift several items. When he approached the suspects, the male suspect brandished a knife at him.

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— Photo by Bobbie Toner

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is announcing the members of the School Building Committee (SBC) who will provide oversight of the city’s construction plans for a new school to meet the needs of the Winter Hill Community Innovation School and potentially the Benjamin G. Brown School. 

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