Snow emergency in effect, March 7 update

On March 7, 2015, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Last updated Sat., Mar. 7, 10:00 p.m.

 

  • PARKING BAN: The citywide snow emergency parking ban is still in effect, meaning all cars must park on the odd-side of the street (unless otherwise posted), or unless the ban has been lifted on your street. 
  • ROLLING LIFT OF BAN: See below for a list of streets no longer under the ban. 
  • ADDITIONAL PARKING: Parking is also available in City lots in business districts or at Dilboy Stadium. Please note that Mon.-Fri. school lots are available for overnight parking only from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m., and at all hours on weekends.
  • CLEAR SNOW OFF CARS: All cars parked on roads where the ban has ban lifted must be cleared of snow within 48 hours of the ban lifting on that street. Cars not cleared of snow by the time noted after the street will be subject to ticketing and towing because the uncleared cars are safety hazards.

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Coaching opportunities in SYSL’s in-town soccer program

On March 7, 2015, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

sysl_1_webSomerville Youth Soccer League (SYSL) is seeking community members and soccer enthusiasts to assist us with our successful in-town (intramural) program—U5/U6 and U7/U8 coaches and assistant coaches.

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Union Square Civic Advisory Committee expands

On March 7, 2015, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

somervillelogoEight new members are joining the Union Square Civic Advisory Committee (CAC), which is expanding and broadening the committee’s experience, diversity, and representation of the neighborhood, as the community planning process for the square continues this spring.

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Somerville Bike Parade

On March 7, 2015, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

(The opinions and views expressed in the commentaries of The Somerville Times belong solely to the authors of those commentaries and do not reflect the views or opinions of The Somerville Times, its staff or publishers)

I figured I’d do a story that could at least get our minds in a summer sort of mood. I’m going to talk about those great old days when our bikes were so important to us.

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What’s on Somerville Neighborhood News

On March 6, 2015, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

snn_3_4_15_webMake sure to check out some of the latest news headlines from Somerville Neighborhood News, a news production of SCATV.

Here is one featured news segment:

There’s no Business like Snow Business

By Laura Onyeneho

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Loans available for snow-impacted Somerville small businesses

On March 6, 2015, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

somervillelogoSomerville small businesses impacted by snow this winter can apply for $5,000 to $10,000 micro-loans through a new fund, Gov. Charlie Baker and the Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC) announced.

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Armory Café’s next Somerville Songwriter Session

On March 6, 2015, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
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Sam Bayer

By Rebecca Danvers

Somerville Songwriter Sessions at the Armory Cafe presents a concert with Boston singer-songwriter Sam Bayer, New York singer-songwriter Krista Baroni and Wellesley singer-songwriter Beth DeSombre on Saturday, March 7.

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mayor_webBy Joseph A. Curtatone

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The FCC took a historic and important stand last week when it voted in favor of innovation and equal access by embracing the value of net neutrality. By reclassifying Internet service providers as public utilities, the FCC has ensured that all internet traffic is treated equally and providers won’t be able to create a virtual fast lane for those with the means to pay more. The FCC’s action is a demonstration of how good government regulation can protect both private sector innovation and consumers at the same time.

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A Separation of Powers

On March 5, 2015, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

tal_baker_webBy Maya and Brien Tal-Baker

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One in a series of columns regarding Somerville’s new draft zoning ordinance.

Somerville’s current multiplicity of initiatives, including transportation infrastructure overhauls, the zoning ordinance rewrite, and large district master plans, has cast a shadow of confusion over the differences between Planning and Zoning.

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Letter from Courtney O’Keefe: Decision Made

On March 5, 2015, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

courtney 1Dear Friends & Supporters,

I hope this message finds you doing well and looking forward to the spring season. I know I am!

I wanted to take a moment and address recent published reports regarding my aspirations in 2015. After much thought, conversations with family and a weekend in Maine to think, I have decided not to pursue political office in the City of Somerville this election year. Between family obligations and a very fulfilling professional opportunity I have had since last fall, my time is being taken up by the things I love and the goals I would like to achieve.

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