Frank L. Di Fonzo – A lifelong resident of Somerville, passed away on November 5, 2020.

Beloved husband of Rafaella (DeBenedictis) Di Fonzo.

Frank was the longtime proprietor of Bill’s Food Shop on the corner of Conwell Ave and Hillsdale Road.

Winter, Howard T. “Howie” – Of Millbury, formerly of Somerville, passed away on November 12, 2020.

Loving husband of Ellen T. (Brogna) Winter.

Beloved son of the late William and Helen Winter.

Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 2 City Councilor J.T. Scott, and city staff invite you to a virtual public meeting to discuss the design of the Conway Field playground and renovation. City staff and consultants will discuss designs for the reconstructed multi-use sports field, new splash pad, and refurbished playground.

Family Offering $10,000 for Information Leading to Arrest and Indictment in Case

Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Cambridge Police Commissioner Branville Bard, Jr. announced that the family of Paul Wilson is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the person or persons responsible for his death, which occurred in Danehy Park, Cambridge Massachusetts, on January 2, 2019.

The City of Somerville is currently seeking applicants for 10 open positions on the Somerville Commission for Women. The Commission works to  ensure the equal status of women in educational, economic, political, health, legal, and social spheres and provides information, referrals, and guidance.

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If your effort to reduce your personal plastic use has fallen by the wayside in recent months, you’re not alone – reusable bags and containers have gotten a bad rap during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, a new report shows that they can be a safe, effective way to tackle the global plastic pollution crisis.

Doug Holder interviews poet and Boston College Media Lab Director about his new book Twenty Days by Twenty: 400 Lines in Australia

Isaiah Lombardo

On November 14, Isaiah Lombardo, a 24-year-old Somerville resident with Down syndrome, will be participating in the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 12th Annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show (“BBBY Fashion Show”).

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

Somerville people are very picky about where and what they eat. I did a Facebook survey where I asked, “If you could bring back one former Somerville restaurant what would you pick?” I was totally blown away at the number of responses I received. Here are the results along with some comments in quotes.