Arrests:
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 Sean Everson, January 24, 8:14 p.m., arrested at Middlesex Ave. on charges of shoplifting by asportation and possession of a class B drug, and on warrant charges of trespassing, felony nighttime breaking and entering, and larceny under $1200.

Daniel Cunha, January 25, 4:38 p.m., arrested at Assembly Row on charges of shoplifting by asportation and assault with a dangerous weapon.

Somerville believes it is important to highlight and support local minority and women-owned businesses, as it displays the beautiful mix of people and cultures that make Somerville such a vibrant city. Diversity is strength, and by supporting our diverse businesses, we are strengthening our community. Somerville cares about supporting its businesses, as well as its immigrant and minority communities.

Move cars from city lots by 8:00 a.m. Monday
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The City of Somerville’s snow emergency will end Monday, January 31, at 6:00 a.m., and normal parking rules will resume at that time. Vehicles can be parked on the even side of the street starting at 6:00 a.m. Monday. Crews will continue plowing and shoveling Sunday and Monday to remove additional snow from this historic storm. So that you do not impede snow removal, and to avoid ticketing and towing, do not move to the even side before 6:00 a.m. Monday. The information below offers tips to avoid ticketing and towing as well as strategies for being a good neighbor and staying safe.

The Somerville Fire Department would like to remind residents to please shovel in front of and around the fire hydrant closest to your home so that firefighters can see and access it. If possible, please clear the snow a few feet in all directions and clear the access from the street to make it possible for firefighters to attach hoselines to the hydrant.

Since December, the SFLC (with the invaluable support of two phenomenal volunteers), has provided over 260 emergency winter clothing packages to SPS students and younger siblings. Requests for emergency coats, footwear and warm clothing can be made through the school liaisons and the packages are delivered directly to schools for pick up. The efficiency of our system attracted the attention of Cradles to Crayons who, following a hands-on visit in January, are hoping to make recommendations to other communities based on Somerville’s operations.

• Move vehicles by 8:00 p.m. Friday to odd-numbered side of street (unless otherwise posted) to avoid ticketing and towing

• Parking is also allowed in municipal lots (but not in school lots)

Based on current weather forecasts, the city is declaring a snow emergency to go into effect at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 28. Beginning at 4:00 p.m., cars will have four hours (until 8:00 p.m.) to move to the ODD side of the street (unless signage on your streets says otherwise). Any exceptions will be noted by nearby signs. Moving cars to one side makes room for plows and emergency vehicles, so thank you for doing your part. Residents may begin moving their cars to the odd-numbered side as early as they like, but please move your car by 8:00 p.m. to avoid ticketing and towing.