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Community survey open until 4/3; Public hearing on 4/22
Have you strolled through Ken Kelly Park, ridden the elevator at West Branch Library, or heard about the Clarendon Hill redevelopment project? These are just a few examples of projects come to life with the help of Somerville’s Community Preservation Act (CPA) program, which provides $7 million in funding each year to support open space, recreation, historic preservation, and affordable housing projects.
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Second Chance Cars partners with Somerville High School’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) automotive program to refurbish donated vehicles, which are then provided to individuals in need for work transportation. Students gain hands-on experience repairing cars, while recipients – often single parents or veterans – receive affordable, reliable transportation.
— Photo courtesy of Somerville Police Dept.
As part of an ongoing criminal investigation, the Somerville Police Department served a search warrant in East Somerville on March 5, 2026. During the search, investigators located a .380 caliber Bersa Firestorm handgun along with two loaded magazines. Further investigation revealed that the firearm was possessed illegally and had been reported stolen in Texas.
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Somerville Media Center to present Public Service Award to former Mayor of Somerville Joe Curtatone
Please join Somerville Media Center in honoring former Mayor Joe Curtatone with our Public Service Award on Thursday, June 4, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Arts at the Armory, 119 Highland Ave, in Somerville. The celebratory evening will feature cheeses and specialty bites provided by Formaggio Kitchen and more, tasty drinks from Arts at the Armory, live music by Revolutionary Snake Ensemble, raffles, and a special presentation honoring Joe Curtatone’s long-standing advocacy for community media and Somerville Media Center. Proceeds from the event will directly support our programs and services.
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*The Growing Center is once again happy to announce that their Maple Boil will take place Saturday, March 7.
Join the Growing Center for the Maple Boil down and experience the process of sap being changed into maple syrup. Witness first-hand the boiling of sap collected from maple trees on the Tufts campus in partnership with an Environmental Field Studies class, learn the process and history of sugaring, how you can support urban trees and connect outdoors with other folks in the community. Free and open to all. Event sponsored by Barrett Tree Service East, Inc.
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Applications Now Being Accepted for One Open Position
The Somerville Fair Housing Commission is actively seeking one new member. The open seat is reserved for a tenant who is eligible on the basis of income for assisted housing in the city. We invite all tenant residents to consider applying.
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Host, Sarah Fishman speaks with Councilor at Large, Ben Wheeler.
Results-focused hires to improve core services, strengthen accountability, and deepen community partnerships
Mayor Jake Wilson today announced the full slate of Executive Office appointments, an experienced team to deliver on his results-first agenda: improving core city services, increasing efficiency, strengthening communications and transparency, delivering accessibility and accountability, advancing equity, and building regional partnerships that benefit Somerville residents.While many have been on board since inauguration, two new hires recently completed the team.
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