Somerville Police Crime Log February 1 – 3

On February 8, 2016, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Jorge Furtado, of 11 MacArthur St., February 1, 9:44 a.m., arrested at Horace St. on warrant charges of abuse prevention order violation, destruction of property under $250, larceny over $250, harassment prevention order violation, and receiving stolen property over $250.

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In accordance with the city’s Snow Emergency Procedures, Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone has declared a snow emergency for the City of Somerville to go into effect at 5 a.m. on Mon., Feb. 8.  During snow emergencies, parking is allowed on the odd-numbered side of the street only (unless otherwise posted). Cars not moved by 4 a.m. Fri. morning will be subject to ticketing and towing. Residents unable to find a parking space on the odd-numbered side of the street may park in any municipal or school parking lot for the duration of the emergency. Full snow emergency and snow removal policies may be found on the City’s website at www.somervillema.gov/snow.

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Somerville teachers support mathematics achievement in classrooms

On February 7, 2016, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Seeking, Now Found!  Teachers with Great Ideas to Teach Children Math in Somerville!

Many teachers have great ideas on how to make their classrooms a better place for their students to learn math.  The teachers’ ideas frequently outrun the budget schools have for supplies and their own ability to subsidize their classroom.  The Somerville Mathematics Fund tries to fill this need through the generosity of their donors:  John Bullock, Jay Landers and Jasper Lawson, the Apple Tree Fund supported multiple grants and Ersin Dur, William Kuhlman, Winter Hill Bank and Rebecca Wood-Spagnoli each sponsored a teacher’s grant.  The following teachers won grants to encourage and support mathematics achievement in the classrooms of Somerville.

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Letter to the Editor – February 6

On February 6, 2016, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

George Dilboy Post No. 529
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States
371 Summer Street
West Somerville, MA 02144
Tel: 617-666-8794

The George Dilboy VFW Post #529 would like to thank the following businesses, organizations, and individuals that supported the 240th Marine Corps Birthday fundraiser for Toys for Tots:
Glass and Mirror Inc
Porter Square Veterinarian
Jim Hogan
George Doherty’s Funeral Services
Billy Endicott
Mike’s Food & Spirits

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City addresses plans for new high school

On February 6, 2016, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

By Sal Ghamo 

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On January 28 The Somerville Board of Alderman addressed recent developments concerning the process of potentially building and renovating a new high school. The ResiStat staff, who are responsible for engagement between city government and residents, recently met with a freshman designated by the mayor’s office to join The Somerville High School Building Committee as a voting member.

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2016 Somerville Sketchbook Show is open

On February 5, 2016, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
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By Margaux Maxwell

The far-reaching and nearby experiences of local artists are on display in pen and ink at the Somerville Sketchbook Show.

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Somerville Snow Emergency to end Friday, February 5 at 9 p.m.

On February 5, 2016, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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The City of Somerville’s snow emergency will end, and normal parking rules will go back into effect, tonight at 9 p.m., Friday, Feb. 5. Here’s some important information to help you avoid being ticketed and to be a good neighbor.

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Best bars to watch the big game

On February 5, 2016, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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‘Villens United by Chris Haskell

This Sunday kicks off the 50th NFL championship and all over the country friends and family will get together to enjoy the game. Despite the absence of the Patriots, many of you will be cheering for The Panthers to spoil Peyton Manning’s last hoorah.  House parties are the traditional way to spend this unofficial American holiday; but if you’d rather not spend the day sandwiched between six other people on the couch and wiping Cheetos crumbs off your favorite jersey, then why not hit up the local pub? Save yourself the hassle of hosting this year and head out to your favorite bar with the largest, flattest screen. This week I’m giving you my top 3 spots in Somerville to watch The Big Game this Sunday.

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Tree falls on Summer Street in Somerville

On February 5, 2016, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

During Friday’s snow storm a tree fell on Summer Street, damaging at least one parked car and a truck.

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