NEASC submits Collaborative Conference Report to SHS

On September 12, 2023, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

SHS and NEASC launched the re-accreditation process in Fall 2022; the report is the next step in the multi-year process to attain re-accreditation by the NEASC regional review board.

Somerville High School Principal Alicia Kersten announced that Somerville High School received the NEASC Collaborative Conference visit report. The report includes the findings from the high school’s self-reflection period as well as the findings from the Collaborative Conference visiting team, which included administrators and teachers from other districts in New England. SHS faculty, administrators, and other officials will use the report as a blueprint to improve the quality of programs and services for the students of the school.

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Somerville commemorates the anniversary of 9/11

On September 11, 2023, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Earlier today, September 11,  the city held a procession and memorial ceremony to recognize the 22nd anniversary of 9/11. Residents were invited to join a procession that started at the Cedar St entrance of the Community Path and ended at the 9/11 memorial in Davis Square.  City officials took part in a speaking program followed by a wreath laying ceremony with the presentation and retiring of the colors by the Somerville Police and Somerville Fire Honor Guards. ~Photos by Claudia Ferro

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Marion Davies gets ready to fire the ultimate comic ammunition in ‘Show People’ (1928), a classic silent comedy to be screened with live music on Sunday, September 24 at 2:00 p.m. at the Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville.

 
She was among Hollywood’s top box office stars of the 1920s. But for many fans, her best-known role was longtime companion of media tycoon William Randolph Hearst.

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East Somerville Main Streets block party moved indoors

On September 9, 2023, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Due to weather, there will be a smaller version of Sunday’s block party at La Brasa and Gauchao Brazilian Cuisine. Stop by from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. for live music from A Trike Called Funk and all the best food and drinks.

 

The Jimmy Fund Walk raises money for Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, helping patients in their battles with cancer and funding research to improve their chances of winning the fight.

Tom Helming, Jocelyn Siegel, and Luke Sciarappa will join thousands in the iconic fundraising walk for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support all forms of cancer research and care

36 residents from Somerville will participate in the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on Sunday, October 1.

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Mayor’s Senior Picnic, Thursday, September 14

On September 9, 2023, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Council on Aging warmly invite the Somerville community to attend the rescheduled Mayor’s Senior Picnic on Thursday, September 14.

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Somerville’s Waste Wizard now available

On September 8, 2023, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
Somerville’s Waste Wizard is now available as an app for Android and Apple devices.
 
Not familiar with Waste Wizard? This resource informs Somerville residents how to properly dispose of items. Simply enter the name of an item and get instructions on how to recycle or dispose of it. You can also enter your home address and Waste Wizard will provide push notification reminders for recycling, trash, hazardous waste, and yard waste pick-up, and street cleaning.

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Rock and Roll Yard Sale Postponed to Sept. 17

On September 8, 2023, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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The Somerville Rock + Roll Yard Sale returns with locally sourced indie vendors selling a fun and eclectic mix of vinyl records, vintage + DIY handmade goods. This is the perfect way to support independent small businesses.

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Obituary: Howard E. Horton

On September 7, 2023, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

March 3, 1954 — September 5, 2023

Howard E. Horton passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. He is 69 years of age.

Born on Wednesday, March 3, 1954 in New York, New York, Howard is the loving son of the late Samuel Horton and Vivienne (Eldridge) Horton. Howard is a warm, generous, and gentle son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed.

 

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