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Somerville Aldermen Support Off-leash Recreation at the Middlesex Fells

2009-12-23T04:04:03Z

via the Somerville Dog Owners Group website:
This evening the Somerville Board of Aldermen approved a resolution
supporting off leash dog areas in the Middlesex Fells and requesting
that the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
designate such areas.
Alderman Bob Trane, who represents the western-most neighborhoods of

Re: Parking lots closed at Sheepfold last Sunday?

2009-12-15T18:31:55Z

Hi Pat,

In my experience this happens every once in a while, if the rangers
don't get there to open it up. I have the rangers' number in my cell
phone (it's posted on that bulletin board in the park), so I ask
around if anybody's called the rangers yet and call them myself if
nobody has. The last time it was locked, the rangers explicitly told

Support of Off-Leash Recreation at Sheepfold and the Middlesex Fells

2009-12-11T16:57:35Z

Dear Fells dog owners,

Join me today in writing a letter in support of safe and legal options
for off-leash recreation in the Middlesex Fells:

Middlesex Fells Trail Plan
136 Damon Rd
Northampton, MA 01060
Paul.jahn...@state.ma.us

This is an opportunity for dog owners to make a strong case for the

Parking lots closed at Sheepfold last Sunday?

2009-12-09T18:38:40Z

I was wondering if anyone knew why the parking lots at the Sheepfold
meadow were closed to cars last Sunday, and if that is going to happen
again? I haven't been back to the Fells since then; has anyone seen
if the gate is still closed?

Pat F. & Rocky

DCR is soliciting comments for its Middlesex Fells Trail System Plan

2009-12-02T05:06:40Z

Please check out the information on the FellsDOG homepage about how to
send comments to the DCR as they consider a new Middlesex Fells Trail
System Plan. We all know how wonderful the Sheepfold is for dog
owners and their dogs-- the friends we have made there, and the
opportunity it provides for us and for our families to enjoy the

Re: [FellsDOG] FW: [Medford] FERRET FOUND! SALEM STREET/FRANKLIN ST AREA

2009-11-27T01:46:30Z

MSPCA in methuen is a great facility and they take ferrets. Good luck!

FW: [Medford] FERRET FOUND! SALEM STREET/FRANKLIN ST AREA

2009-11-26T16:07:49Z

Not quite a dog, but a lost animal nonetheless...

-----Original Message-----
Behalf Of angimmoor76
Sent: Thursday, November 26, 2009 11:00 AM
To: medfordm...@yahoogroups.com

Happy thanksgiving, Medfordites. My daughter found a ferret in our garage
last night. It is obviously someone's pet. If any of you know somebody

Re: [FellsDOG] Re: Man pulls gun on my dogs at Foss Park

2009-10-21T00:03:27Z

Hey there Justin,
I have not been contacted since I talked to the Somerville Police Dept. in which they strongly urged the revocation of this mans gun permit. I understand that a letter was to be sent to the Melrose Police Dept. doing just this. But I used to have a license to carry a concealed weapon some years ago due to the job I had at the time. It's my understanding that it's a state issued license, issued by the State Police, but you have to apply through the town/city you reside in. Since it is a state issued license, city's and towns have to honor it. The City of Somerville or any city for that matter cannot prohibit a state license to carry a concealed weapon. Unfortunately this gentlemens actions will taint a lawful, responsible persons right to carry.

Re: Man pulls gun on my dogs at Foss Park

2009-10-20T15:54:19Z

Have there been any developments since your last post? I'm curious if
you are still getting support from the Somerville city officials and
how the Melrose officials have responded (if you know).

It also really shocks me that Massachusetts State Law devolves gun
regulation like this to the towns of residence and not to the town in

Re: Melrose Green Dog Program - Public Meeting

2009-10-16T04:20:36Z

Thanks for letting us know about the meeting, Michele.
It would be great if someone could report on how the meeting went.

On Oct 14, 10:24 am, somervilledog <canisfamilia...@somervilledog .com>
wrote:

Melrose Green Dog Program - Public Meeting

2009-10-14T14:24:06Z

If you live in Melrose, or if you know anyone who lives in Melrose,
please (encourage them to) attend a public meeting about proposed off-
leash hours. The meeting is tomorrow evening, Thursday, October 15,
2009, from 7:0o to 9:00 p.m. at Melrose City Hall, Aldermanic Chamber,
main floor, 562 Main St.

Re: Man pulls gun on my dogs at Foss Park

2009-10-08T02:48:26Z

I don't post here often anymore but I do keep an eye on the messages -
thank you for posting this incident and I must say it gives me
nightmares. I know I am guilty of sometimes letting my guys off leash
in non-designated areas due to a lack of possibilities (and that is
for another discussion) and as my guys are huge I can just see

Re: Dog Cleanup

2009-10-01T23:06:49Z

We hope to organize a clean-up day for before the snows come. I hope
you will join us!

Re: [FellsDOG] Re: Man pulls gun on my dogs at Foss Park

2009-10-01T22:42:37Z

Hey there Michele,

I just got your email and I appreciate your comments and understanding. I received a call today from a sgt. in the Somerville police dept. concerning this matter. He wanted to hear my side of events that happened that day and needless to say they were very different from the other gentleman's. He was very concerned about what I had to say and he told me that he was sending out a letter to the Melrose police dept. (the city this man's gun permit was issued) recommending that his permit be revoked. The officer read to me this man's statement and there were many parts that were totally fabricated. I hope people understand that for the safety of you, your family and your pets, you should not have your dogs off leash in areas that are not designated. I believe your phone call to the chief was very helpful in prompting action is this matter. Thank You.

Dog Cleanup

2009-10-01T18:56:59Z

Will there be a Sheep Fold Clean up Day any time soon?