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City's First Public Parklet Opens on Somerville Ave.
CITY'S FIRST PUBLIC PARKLET OPENS ON SOMERVILLE AVE.Pilot project sets example of tactical urbanism for residents and businesses SOMERVILLE -The City's first public parklet (or mini park) is now open on Somerville Avenue thanks to a partnership with Forge Baking Company. At just the size of roughly two car-lengths, the seasonal Forge Parklet qualifies as the city's smallest park, but it packs in plenty of outdoor seating ringed by flower boxes by seasonally transforming two parking spaces into…Police Seek Help Identifying Unarmed Bank Robbery Suspect
Incident: Somerville PD is looking to identify the above pictured Suspect in relation to an Unarmed Robbery at the Davis Sq. Bank of America (406 Highland Ave) at approximately 4:30 PM on Thursday, May 28. Description: The Suspect is described as a heavyset white male (approximately 240 lbs.), approximately 5’11”, most likely early- to mid-40s, bald with a mustache and goatee. Point of Contact: Anyone with information on this incident or the pictured Suspect is asked to contact Det.…Apply for Discounted MBTA Youth T Passes by 4/30
In a new partnership with the City of Somerville, the MBTA is offering reduced fare passes to eligible 12- to 21-year-old residents via their Youth Pass pilot program. The pilot will run run for a year from July 1, 2015, to June 30, 2016, and a limited number of passes will be issued. Somerville youth in this age bracket may apply for the program, which will offer monthly passes for $26 or a 7-day pass for $7 based on availability, by filling out an application found at mbta.com/youthpass, or…SPFJr. YOUTH LEADERS PARTICPATE IN NAT. ANTI-SMOKING CAMPAIGN
SPFJr. YOUTH LEADERS PARTICPATE IN NATIONAL ANTI-SMOKING CAMPAIGN Somerville youth leaders work to prevent smoking among peers by helping them realize ‘Most Don’t Smoke’ SOMERVILLE – Somerville Positive Forces, Junior Edition (SPFJr.), a youth division of Somerville Cares About Prevention (SCAP), took to the streets this week to promote smoking prevention messages in a colorful way along sidewalks around Somerville High School as part of the national “Kick Butts” Campaign. SPFJr. is a…Citywide Parking Ban REINSTATED Sat. 2/14
Citywide Parking Ban Reinstated as of Saturday, Feb. 14, at Noon Vehicles not moved to the odd side (unless otherwise posted) by 4 p.m. Saturday will be subject to ticketing and towing Parking Ban Applies to ALL City Streets (unless otherwise posted) Video: Mayor Curtatone & SFD Chief Kevin Kelleher update Somerville on the ongoing snow emergency on Sun. 2/16 Due to heavy snowfall, the City reinstated the Citywide parking ban on the even side of all streets (unless…NEW MEMBERS SOUGHT FOR UNION SQ CIVIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE
NEW MEMBERS SOUGHT FOR UNION SQUARE CIVIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE CAC to help shape agreements over the next year that will guide Union Square development SOMERVILLE –Through some recent resignations from original members, as well as the desire to expand and broaden the committee, the City of Somerville seeks community members, local advocates and business owners with a range of skill sets and perspectives to fill vacancies on the Union Square Civic Advisory Committee (CAC) and represent the…Historic Somerville Afghans on Sale for Holidays
Looking for the perfect holiday gift to show your Somerville pride? Look no further! The City is now offering a brand new, full color, and machine washable afghan, that highlights many local historic landmarks and events, including the Raid on the Powder House; the Round House; Somerville High School, West Branch Library; Somerville Museum; and other special assets. The afghan can be seen on the Historic Preservation Commission's website (www.somervillema.gov/historicpreservation) and on…CITY TO HOST ASSEMBLY ROW GROUNDBREAKING 12/1
CITY, PARTNERS HEALTHCARE, FEDERAL REALTY INVESMENT TRUST TO HOST GROUNDBREAKING AT ASSEMBLY ROW DEC. 1 WHO: Somerville Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone Dr. Gary Gottlieb, President and CEO, Partners HealthCare Peter K. Markell, EVP Administration and Finance, CFO, Treasurer, Partners HealthCare Congressman Michael Capuano Somerville Board of Aldermen Don Briggs, President, Federal Realty Boston WHERE: Partners HealthCare site: Revolution Drive, Somerville, Massachusetts WHEN:…Feedback
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