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Dennis Daly, among other things, is an Off-The-Shelf correspondent for The Somerville Times. He writes, “Memorious-You is one poem of a book-length series of rondels that I am presently preparing for publication. The rondel (or rondeau) originated in 14th century France. A century later, Francois Villon used a shortened variation of the form.”

Arrests:
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 Gregory Brothers, July 6, 9:30 a.m., arrested at Putnam Rd. on warrant charges of assault and battery and assault with a dangerous weapon.

Steven Hixon, July 7, 3:34 p.m., arrested at Union Sq. on a charge of larceny over $1200.

A two-alarm fire broke out at Brookings St. residence in Medford early Monday morning at approximately 2:00 a.m. The first arriving company found a heavy fire underway, with entrapment reported inside. A mother and son escaped the blaze with the aid of firefighters.

— Photo by Ron Newman

As part of the Green Line Transformation (GLT) program, work is continuing on the Lechmere Viaduct Rehabilitation project, in which the MBTA is rehabilitating and replacing track on the historic, concrete arched structure. Marine mobilization has begun and starting Wednesday, July 15, construction access will require utilization of property adjacent to Education First.

All We Have Left, by artist Liana Percoco, is a performance installation activating vacate storefronts in Somerville that wonders how our bodies have adapted expressively during months of social isolation. When allowed to engage publicly, how do we now perform what is no longer normal/socially appropriate/safe, but once was? Secured behind glass partitions of storefronts, three performers invite you to observe and engage intimately; distantly.

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All Massachusetts voters will be able to vote by mail in both the September 1 State primary and the November 3 general election this year. By July 15, the Secretary of State will mail all eligible voters (who have not already requested an absentee ballot) a vote by mail ballot application. Voters can use that application to apply for a ballot for the primary election, general election, or both. Please note that in-person voting is also an option for both elections.

Guidelines and requirements for reopening to be announced

Phase 3 Step 1 business establishments in Somerville will be allowed to reopen on Monday, July 20, assuming all safety protocols are met. New indoor and outdoor gathering guidelines will also go into effect on July 20 with additional restrictions beyond those imposed by the State. The city is currently working in collaboration with area businesses to finalize enhanced safety requirements and guidelines, which will be issued next week.

A reminder that the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) day originally scheduled for this Saturday, July 11 is canceled.

Due to COVID-19, all HHW depot days are canceled until further notice and the DPW Yard is not accepting any electronic, hazardous, or other waste for drop-off. We will provide an update when the DPW Yard reopens.

With proper planning and doing the right research, a great vacation can be had in spite of restrictions imposed by the coronavirus crisis.
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After months spent indoors at home due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s clear that many people are itching to get back out there and take a vacation. This is with good reason. Staying isolated for too long can take a substantial toll on one’s mental health and well-being, according to the American Psychological Association.

Dear Community Members,