November 23, 1935 – June 19, 2023

Dorothy J. (DiMarzo) Montalto, of Somerville, passed away on June 19, 2023, she was 87. Born and raised in East Boston, she was the daughter of the late Catherine (Giardullo) and Romolo DiMarzo. The beloved wife of the late WWII United States Navy Veteran Peter N. Montalto, she was the devoted mother of Joseph P. Montalto and his wife Nancy of Framingham. A cherished “Auntie to All,” she was especially close to her nieces: Dorothy DiMarzo and her wife Lynne Lenoir of Somerville, Karen Chase and her partner James Forde of Billerica and her late husband Michael Chase, and Susan Haley and her husband Shon of Litchfield, New Hampshire. She is the loving “Grandmother” to Alyssa and Kayla Chase, Justin and Matthew Haley. Dorothy is survived by her sister-in-law, best friend, and devoted caregiver, Roberta DiMarzo of Somerville as well as many more nieces and nephews, who she loved dearly. She was the dear sister of the late Anna Salsgiver, Ida Storniolo, Catherine Bardaro and Nicholas DiMarzo.

— Photos courtesy of Kiwanis Club of Somerville

On Sunday, June 11, members of the Kiwanis Club of Somerville participated in the East Somerville Main Streets, Carnival celebration.  Nine Somerville Kiwanis members assisted by another six family and friends distributed nearly 250 bicycle helmets to children at the event.  

The Next Wave Jr. High School Class of 2022-2023 graduation ceremony took place at SHS Highlander Forum on Wednesday, June 14. Nine students received their diplomas while proud friends and family members witnessed and took part in the celebration.  — Photos by Claudia Ferro

Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Malden Chief of Police Glenn Cronin have announced that Mohamed Abdulaziz, 35 of Somerville, has been charged with armed assault with intent to murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, carrying a firearm without a license and possession of ammunition in connection with a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning, June 18 in Malden.

The urgent reconstruction of the Winter Hill Community Innovation School was the top concern mentioned at the Budget Public Hearing on June 5. — Photo by Maile Blume

By Maile Blume

Somerville residents highlighted three main concerns this budget season: the urgent reconstruction of Winter Hill Community Innovation School, affordable housing, and an alternative emergency response for community members experiencing mental health crises.

By Cassidy Beek

The Somerville Commission for Persons With Disabilities (SCPD) had six items to review at their monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 13. They voted to abide by the city’s Code of Conduct, discussed a variance request from Tufts University and proposed a community-wide trip to the annual Red Sox disability pride celebration game.

The Davis Square Formers Market will be offering locally grown food every Wednesday through November 22. — Photos by Beatriz Leite

By Beatriz Leite

The Annual Davis Square Farmers Market is officially active. Every Wednesday until November 22, the population of Somerville will have the opportunity to meet local vendors and sample the variety of products they offer. The market happens at 44 Day Street, from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Want to know what cuts are being made to Somerville’s budget? Tune in tonight at 6:00 p.m. for the FY24 Budget Hearing: Cut Night and then tune in Thursday night at 6:00 p.m. for the FY24 Budget Final Vote and Year-End Transfers. You can view both meetings live and find meeting materials at the following link: https://somervillema.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.

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By Will Mbah
Candidate for Somerville City Councilor at Large
willmbah.com

This week I took an hour to try out the new stretch of the Community PATH that heads through Gilman Square, East Somerville and Brickbottom to the final points at North Point Park. It was a smooth and enjoyable ride on a sunny late Friday afternoon. How satisfying to move quickly over the bridges and look down on the backed-up cars on McGrath and Washington Streets! What fun to pick up a bit of speed down the roller coaster ride from the highest point next to Brickbottom down to Lechmere!

The summer solstice has arrived, and with it the official start of summer.

What is more delicious to the young mind than that savory and unrivaled treat, summer vacation? A well-deserved reward for all the hard work and irreplaceable time invested in the previous school year.