Belmont Journal Archive
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Belmont Journal / News Now 09/24/21
BMC weekly news show about public library new building project fundraiser, flight routes above Belmont, trash can and fuel tanks, MCAS scores, mask mandate violation fine, car breakins and thefts, building without permits and more.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Easing Mental Load Parenting 09/21/21
Lisa Gibalerio, Prevention Specialist, gives some guidance on how to ease the mental load of parenting.
Belmont Journal / News Now 09/17/21
BMC weekly news show hosted by Shonool Malik with Kimberly Halley-Jackson and Adam Dash on 'Mend Belmont', Joanna Tzouvelis's report, Franklin B. Tucker's report, Naida Kafrian on Okhnooshoon, and John Carson on the Soccer Night.
Belmont Journal / News Now 09/10/21
Belmont Media Center weekly News Show hosted by Maribel Carvajal de Salazar featuring community stories about schools, advice to parents, small businesses, creative initiative in Japan and more.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Transitioning Summer School 09/07/21school
Lisa Gibalerio, Prevention Specialist, is back on News Now and offers guidance on how to smoothly transition from summer to back-to-school.
Belmont Journal / News Now 09/03/21
BMC weekly news show is back! Here today's edition hosted by Michael Crowley, with Joanna Tzouvelis, Franklin B. Tucker, Brandon Fitts, Amy Kirsch and Shana Wang.
Belmont Journal / News Now - 125 Trapelo Road 09/02/21
On August 13, the 70 tenants of the 125 Trapelo road condominium building were evacuated due to structural issues. Tomorrow they can go back in their apartments. Interview with Belmont Helps leaders who break the news.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Rally For Tennis 07/30/21
Alek Karagozyan, Belmont rising Junior and tennis varsity player, has spent his summer organizing a fundraising event for an organization close to his heart. Here is his story.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 07/29/21
Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com, reports on the strong recommendation issued by the Board of Health about masking in schools and important public forum and government meetings coming up next week.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Lone Tree Hill Invasive Plant Plan 07/28/21
The Land Management Committee for Lone Tree Hill has a plan to remove invasive plants. Miles Connors, Director of Ecological Services at Parterre Ecological explains what does that take to achieve this goal.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Amitha Knight's New Book 07/26/21
Belmont resident, Amitha Knight, has her first book out on August 3. 'Usha And The Big Digger' is a book about maths but also points of view and cultures. She explains it all to News Now host, Maribel Carvajal de Salazar.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Patrice Garvin 07/23/21
Patrice Garvin, Town Administrator, is on today's News Now and talks with Maribel Carvajal de Salazar about her new newsletter to inform residents and upcoming projects on which public may want to stay tuned.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 07/22/21
Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com shares with us his main stories : broadband coming soon, sign policy needed and the financial task force's recommendations.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Joanna Reports 07/21/21
In today's News Now, Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist, reports on rat infestation near Grove Street, new town accountant and long-time tree warden retires.
News Now - Covid Updates 07/20/21
Lisa Gibalerio, Prevention Specialist, gives updates on the Covid pandemic and how, as for today, one should keep in mind to safely enjoy the summer.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Porchfest Returns 07/19/21
Good news in today's News Now : Belmont Porchfest returns on September 11th! Mary Bradley who spearheads the organization gives us all details.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 07/16/21
Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian, reports on Belmont being on Fox News, skate park, fuel tank insurance and less federal money than expected.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Joanna Reports 07/15/21
Belmont Citizen-Herald Joanna Tzouvelis reports on Beatrice Circle 40B, a new pop-up store in Belmont Center and ongoing scams in today's News Now.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Becca Pizzi 5K Run 07/14/21
Maribel Carvajal de Salazar interviews Belmont's favorite marathoner and star, Becca Pizzi, on the 5K run she organizes for the community on August 8 and her new challenge.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Belmont Eagle Scouts 07/12/21
Nothing could stop Belmont Troop 304 from celebrating its three new Eagle Scouts. Joanna Tzouvelis went to the ceremony and brings us the story.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Rapid Recovery Program 07/07/21
The town and the Economic Development committee have got a grant to develop a rapid recovery program for Trapelo Road corridor businesses. A first step toward more action to help local businesses.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Teen Dating 07/06/21
Lisa Gibalerio is back on News Now to give some advice to parents on how to navigate the world of teen dating.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports
In today's News Now, Franklin B. Tucker, The Belmontonian.com, reports on federal money for schools, student parking on Concord Ave, a new outstanding athlete at BHS (name will sound familiar), and success for BHS furniture giveaway.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Beech Street Center Opens on July 6
Beech Street Center, Council on Aging's building, reopens to patrons on July 6. Nava Niv-Vogel, Executive Director, and Dana Bickelman, Assistant Director answer Maribel Carvajal de Salazar's questions and tell us all about it.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Community Path
What does that take to go from 25% design to completion? In today's News Now, Russ Leino, Chair of the Community Path Project Committee, explain the next steps of the community path project.
Belmont Journal / News Now Special - Superintendent Phelan 06/28/21
Superintendent Phelan is on News Now and talks about hate incidents, summer reading, academic losses and next school year.
News Now - Franklin Reports 06/25/21
Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com, reports on Chenery Social Studies teacher winning a national award, BHS rubgy team loses and Sarah Firth wins, Beatrice Circle 40B delayed and summer feeling in town.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Start School Later 06/24/21
Maribel Carvajal de Salazar, News Now's host, interviews Jess Hausman and Jim Propp, leadership of the group that advocates to start school later in Belmont.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Joanna Reports 06/23/21
In today's News Now, Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist reports on an upcoming change of flight pattern that will affect Belmont, Ralph Jones being recognized for his serve on the Light Board, and more.
Belmont Journal - News Now: Underwood Pool 06/22/21
The first day is tomorrow, June 23, and in today's News Now, Brandon Fitts, Belmont Recreation Assistant Director, tells us everything about it!
Belmont Journal - News Now - Internet & Video Game Addiction
In today's News Now, Sharisse Zeroonian interviews Dr. Michael Rich, "mediatrician" to raise awareness on kids' internet and video game uses and when it becomes problematic.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 06/18/21
Have a look at the new High School in today's News Now with Franklin B. Tucker, The Belmontonian.com. Also new comprehensive capital budget committee, and some concerns at the planning board regarding Residences Bel Mont.
Belmont Journal - News Now - Beekeeping in Rock Meadow 06/17/21
Phillip Thomas, Belmont resident, is a beekeeper. In today's News Now, he tells his passion for bees and his love for Rock Meadow.
Belmont Journal - News Now - Joanna Reports 06/16/21
In today's News Now, Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist, reports on remote meetings to continue, town meeting wrapped up, BPS retirees, 40 years of service for Mike Santoro and DPW ribbon-cutting.
Belmont Journal - News Now - COS Summer of Learning
In today's News Now, info on an event that happens tonight at 6:30 pm and which is launching a "summer of learning" spearheaded by Community Organized for Solidarity, Black and Brown in Belmont and the Belmont Public Library.
Belmont Journal / News Now - 2021 Payson Park Music Festival 06/14/21
Payson Park Music Festival is back for a full season of music. Shonool Malik interviews Tomi Olson founder and director of this long-time community event.
News Now - Franklin Reports
In today's News Now, Franklin B. Tucker @belmontonian reports on Town Meeting disapproves new DPW fuel tanks funding, Beatrice Circle 40B moving forward, and summer is back in Belmont.
News Now - Cosmo Macero Jr.
Cosmo Macero Jr is a man of multiple activities. Former journalist, writer, consultant, justice of the peace, he talks with us today about the FB Group he manages and being a Justice of Peace. 00:19:46
Belmont Journal - News Now - Joanna Reports 06/09/21
In today's News Now, Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist, reports on the first store eviction in Belmont due to the pandemic, and CPA projects approved at TM but two of them have been heavily debated.
Belmont Journal - News Now - Processing Hate Incidents 06/08/21
Lisa Gibalerio, Prevention Specialist, is back on the show. Today, she gives guidance to parents on how to process recent hate incidents in Belmont with kids.
Belmont Journal - News Now - Class 2021 Graduation Ceremony 06/07/21
Courtesy of Joanna Tzouvelis, multimedia journalist for belmont.wickedlocal.com, today's News Now is celebrating BHS Class 2021.
News Now - Franklin Reports 06/04/21
Franklin Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com, reports on Town Meeting Segment B arduous first night, a finding from the Finance Task Force, Jim Davis celebrated, and Adam Dash's speech at Memorial Day.
News Now - Used BYBA Items Wanted
John Carson, former Belmont Youth Basketball Association board member and coach, is collecting used BYBA uniforms for Lakota kids of Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. He tells more to Shonool Malik, News Now host.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Belmont Public Schools Jazz Festival 06/02/21
Due to the weather, Belmont Public Schools' Jazz Festival will be held on June 10th, same time (6 pm) same place (Vet Memorial - Clay Pit Pond). Here an interview with Ken Gable, music teacher and jazz band director.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Belmont Farmers Market 06/01/21
On June 3, the Belmont Farmers' Market is kicking off its new season. Here what's new and how the market will operate with Hal Shubin, chair of the market for Belmont Food Collaborative.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 05/28/21
Franklin B. Tucker reports on Tuesday night's school committee meeting with three main stories : over for tennis courts on campus? School capital spending and vaccination rate among BHS students.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Belmont Gallery of Art New Exhibit 05/27/21
Shonool Malik hosts Rebeca Richards and Adine Storer, Belmont Gallery of Art co-Directors, to talk about the gallery new virtual exhibit " Hope is the thing with feathers".
Belmont Journal / News Now - Hate in Belmont 05/26/21
As hate incidents develop in Belmont Public Schools, a community forum is held on May 27 to talk more about how Belmont is not immune to racism. Maribel Carvajal de Salazar interview the chairs of the Diversity Task Force and HRC.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Joanna Reports 05/26/21
Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist reports on the controversies that shook Monday night Select Board, the first cannabis store coming up soon, and 2021 graduation package.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Teens & Substances 05/25/21
Lisa Gibalerio, Prevention Specialist, comes back on the show for her regular segment to talk about teens and substances.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Safe Route to Wellington School 05/24/21
Glenn Clancy, Community Development Director, explains what the safe route to school program for Wellington Elementary School brings to the community.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 05/21/21
New guidance on masks in schools, Town Administrator's knack for finding additional money, LVW warrant briefing and senior prank, Franklin B. Tucker, The Belmontonian.com, reports it all.
Belmont Journal / News Now - New Traffic Light 05/20/21-
Glenn Clancy, Director of Community Development, shares with News Now host, Shonool Malik, the nuts and bolts of the implementation of the new traffic light on Sycamore/Lexington Street by mid-June.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Joanna Reports 05/19/21
Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist, reports on COVID restrictions lifting in Mass and Belmont, town budget cuts and another donation made by the Gregor's family.
Belmont Journal / News Now - LGBTQ+ Alliance Anniversary 05/18/21
On today's News Now, know more about the LGBTQ+ Alliance with founder Fran Yuan, which is celebrating its 20 years, and their upcoming events.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 05/14/21
Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com reports on: what decision for West Harris Field, new bike lanes on Concord Ave, Jim Davis retiring, sewer and water rates staying flat but increase of the ambulance services fees.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Belmont Center Outdoors 05/13/21
Belmont Center is one way again. Gerry Dickhaut, president of the Belmont Center Association, explains how the new outdoors setting has been improved for an even more pleasant experience.
Belmont Journal / News Now 05/12/21
Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist, reports on the final budget cuts made by School Committee, Sandy Kendall passing away and "the castle on the hill" on sale.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Preparing to Launch 05/11/21
What to do/prepare your kid to leave home? Lisa Gibalerio, Prevention Specialist, has some guidance to have a smooth and happy launch to independency.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Traffic around Schools 05/10/21
With schools back in person and fewer children, traffic is back near schools. Around Chenery, in particular, traffic in the morning and dismissal time is packed. Sandi McKinley, a neighbor, and Chief MacIsaac explain.
Belmont Journal / News Now 05/07/21
Franklin B. Tucker, The Belmontonian.com, reports on People Indigenous Day being adopted by Town Meeting, schools budget cut still to be decided, and Town Meeting Segment B discussion ahead.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Music For Food
Margot Reavey, BPS Orchestra Director, spearheaded a fundraising project, Music for Food, benefiting Belmont Food Pantry, that involved orchestra 6 to 12 graders. She explains it all to Roger Colton.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Joanna Reports 050521
Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist, reports on dirt jump activity put to an end, Town Meeting votes for new Belmont Light governance and Toyota Prius Catalytic Converters being stolen.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Memorial Day 05/05/21
Bob Upton, Belmont Veteran's Services Officer, explains how Memorial Day will be held this year in remembrance of all who fell for the freedom and the United States.
Belmont Journal / News Now 05/04/21
Vartan Gregorian recently passed away. Sharisse Zeroonian, BMC staff member, and Alin Gregorian, editor of Armenian Mirror-Spectator, remember him and talk about his legacy.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Crowdsourced Poem
A crowdsourced poem? What is it? Belmont Media Center, Meredith Holch, and Belmont Public Library, Lauren Pfendner answer that question and tell you how to participate in today's News Now.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 04/29/21
Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com reports on more transparency for town government, and no override aftermaths for school : will 9 grade athletics be cut and can schools rely on state and federal funds?
Belmont Journal / News Now - Housing Equity 04/28/21
What is the road to housing equity in Belmont MA? That's the question that a panel will discuss on Thursday April 29 at 7 pm online. Belmont Housing Trust co-chairs, Rachel Heller & Betsy Lipson explain in today's News Now.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Joanna Reports 04/28/21
Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist, reports on three topics from April 26 Select Board: open meeting law complaints, Fire Chief finds new revenues, and amendment to Indigenous People Day resolution.
Belmont Journal / News Now 04/27/21
Lisa Gibalerio, Prevention Specialist and Coordinator of Belmont Wellness Coalition gives some guidance to parents on how to build resiliency. 00:08:59
Belmont Journal / News Now - Boston Area Gleaners
Food insecurity has increased with the pandemic in Massachusetts. Among the non-profit organizations that organize help, Boston Area Gleaners has found a creative way to get vegetables on the table. Komako Akai Whitelaw has more.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Special Autism Awareness Month 04/19/21
April is Autism Awareness Month. BMC Volunteer Parul Aneja interviews the artist John Williams and his mother to talk about the strengths and particular perspective autism brings into his art. 00:18:50
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 04/16/21
Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the belmontonian.com, reports on April 13 School Committee.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Meet With Fire Chief 04/16/21
David DeStefano is Belmont Fire Chief since March 15, 2021. He answers Roger Colton's questions about his first month on the job and his goals for Belmont Fire Department.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Cooking for People on Methadone Mile
Benny Wilson is a Belmont resident. Two days a week, he drives to methadone mile to feed people there. Here is the story.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Joanna Reports
Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist, reports on Coach Q resigning, no parade for Memorial Day, Belmont Light governance change discussed at TM as well as fossile free new construction, and a fun project for an eagle scout badge.
Belmont Journal / News Now - BHS Unicef Club 04/13/21
On News Now, we like to highlight the work of Belmont youth. Today, spotlight on BHS Unicef Club, which holds a virtual family fun night on Friday, April 16. In the video, all the info you need to know to participate.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Good Look Optical 04/12/21
A new optical store is in town, at 415 Concord Ave. Belmont Journal meets his owner, Audrey Azzoto, to know more.
Belmont Journal / News Now - New Permit Parking Program 04/09/21
In today's News Now, Roger Colton interviews Nava Niv-Vogel, Council on Aging Director, and Lieutenant Kristin Daley about the new Permit Parking Program for seniors 65 and +.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 04/08/21
Franklin B. Tucker, The Belmontonian.com, reports on the implication of the no vote to the overrride. First to be discussed : the impact on schools.Also, news about homebound vaccinations.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Art Heals 04/07/21
Today, Mike Crowley hosts the conversation with Rebecca Richard, Belmont Gallery of Art co-director and Elaine Hawkes, curator or the new exhibit "Art Heals - Transforming Ourselves + Our World".
Belmont Journal / News Now - How to Help Kids Who Are Struggling 04/06/21
Lisa Gibalerio, Prevention Specialist, gives guidance on how to help kids who are struggling.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Town Election Night 04/06/21
Belmont Journal's Roger Colton hosts the Election Night, interviewing people involved in campaign or candidates before Ellen O'Brien Cushman, Town Clerk, gives the unofficial but final results. 01:21:41
Belmont Journal / News Now - Belmont Public Library 04/05/21
Belmont Public Library is open to the public. Starting today, April 5, 2021, the patrons can go back inside the building. Peter Struzziero, the director, tells how, and explain the impact of the override on the library services and projects.
Belmont Journal / News Now 04/05/21
Belmont Public Library is open to the public. Starting today, April 5, 2021, the patrons can go back inside the building. Peter Struzziero, the director, tells how, and explain the impact of the override on the library services and projects.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 04/02/21
Franklin B. Tucker, The Belmontonian.com, reports on federal money coming to Belmont, no in-person government meeting for now and update on Wellington graffiti incident.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Election Special - School Committee - Meghan Moriarty 04/01/21
Roger Colton, Belmont Journal host, and Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com interview Meghan Moriarty, candidate to the School Committee.
News Now - Election Special - School Committee - Tim Flood 03/31/21
Roger Colton, Belmont Journal host, and Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com interview Tim Flood, candidate to the School Committee.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Joanna Reports 03/31/21
Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist reports on offensive graffiti at Wellington, new Facilities Director, Leonard Street Reconfiguration starts May 3d and new logo for the Human Rights Commission.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Election Special - School Committee - Tara Donner 03/30/21
Roger Colton, Belmont Journal host, and Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com interview Tara Donner, incumbent candidate to the School Committee.
News Now - Summer With Belmont Rec 03/30/21
In today's News Now, Brandon Fitts, Belmont Recreation Assistant Director, shares with us what summer will look like with Belmont Recreation, between the Underwood pool opening and the summer camps.
Belmont Journal/News Now - Belmont Pan Asian Coalition 03/29/21
Julie Wu, Priya Licht and Tamy Tiongson are part of the new Belmont Pan Asian Coalition. They explain to Roger Colton why it's important to represent the Asian minority in Belmont, and beyond.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Belmont Against Asian Hate 03/25/21
Belmont stands united in a vigil against Asian racism.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Special Election - Board of Health 03/24/21
Roger Colton, Belmont Journal host, and Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com, interview Stephen Fiore, chair of the Board of Health, and candidate to his re-election.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Special Election - Housing Authority 03/23/21
Roger Colton, Belmont Journal host, and Franklin B. Tucker, The Belmontonian.com, interview Anne Mahon, incumbent candidate for re-election on the Housing Authority.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Special Election - School Committee 03/22/21
Roger Colton, Belmont Journal host, and Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com interview Evelyn Gomez, candidate to the School Committee.
News Now - Replanting Trees
Over ,000 have been donated to replant trees in the field on Orchard Street across Wellington School. Roger Colton interviews Emily Peterson who spearheaded the effort. 00:12:25
Belmont Journal / News Now - Franklin Reports 03/19/21
Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com, reports on the school building committee meeting and an article about indigenous people day going to town meeting.
Belmont Journal / News Now - Special Election - Board of Health 03/18/21
Roger Colton, Belmont Journal host, and Franklin B. Tucker, editor of the Belmontonian.com interview Adrienne Allen, candidate to the Board of Health.
News Now - Joanna Reports
Joanna Tzouvelis, Belmont Citizen-Herald journalist, reports on Monday, March 15 Select Board and the first estimation of federal covid relief fund Belmont will get, new design for the West of Harris Field, and new fire chief sworn in.