Weather permitting, beginning on Sunday, August 9 and over the next approximately one week, City contractors will be performing overnight sewer and storm drain cleaning in your neighborhood as part of the City’s Annual Sewer and Storm Drain Inspection Program.

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Scam Alert for Special Permit Applicants 

On August 8, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
Permit applicants in Somerville have recently received emails that appear to come from the City of Somerville requesting payment. Despite use of official logos, correct titles, and real staff names, these messages were fraudulent. The City is sharing information on how you can stay protected against potential scams.

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Money Map Tip of the Week

On August 8, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
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Q: Just because I received a Form 1099, does that automatically mean I owe tax on the amount reported?

A:
Not necessarily!

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Somerville to observe Overdose Awareness Day and Recovery Month

On August 7, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Purple flags are placed at City Hall to represent the lives lost due to overdoses.

Candlelight vigil and purple flag planting on 8/27 for community members lost to opioid overdoses 
Awareness and Narcan distribution events open to all in September
 
In recognition of Overdose Awareness Day and Recovery Month the City of Somerville invites community members to a candlelight vigil and flag planting on August 27, as well as to overdose prevention training events throughout September.

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Reminder: Somerville’s Yart Sale,Saturday, August 8

On August 7, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Residents are invited to this annual citywide yard sale for art

Somerville porches, driveways, and front yards will once again transform into mini galleries and pop-up markets as Yart Sale returns on Saturday, August 8, (rain date: August 9) from noon to 6 p.m.

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State House Races ‘The Debates’

On August 7, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

The Somerville Democratic City Committee recently produced candidate debates for the 2nd Middlesex Senate, 27th Middlesex House and 34th Middlesex House districts at the Somerville High School. The Somerville Media Center, in partnership with the Somerville Dems, taped the events. Watch them here. Primary day is September 1, 2026. For more information please visit the Elections page on the City web site.

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COA 250th celebration lunch event

On August 6, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

On Thursday, July 30, the Council on Aging celebrated our nation’s 250th at Dilboy Post with a delicious lunch and great music from DJ Hank. Middlesex DA Marian Ryan visited as a special guest. — Photos by Claudia Ferro

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The faker

On August 6, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

Recently, I had to go into Cambridge Health Alliance’s emergency room when a close friend was rushed there. Thankfully, they were okay, but then my mind started to go back to my early youth.

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Heat Advisory for Somerville Thursday and Friday, Aug. 6-7

On August 5, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
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The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory Thursday-Friday with feels-like temperatures up to 100 degrees. Take precautions to stay safe and cool  

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Thursday and Friday, August 6 and 7. High heat and humidity are expected with feels-like temperatures up to 100 degrees. Although the Heat Advisory does not currently extend beyond Friday, feels-like temperatures are still expected to rise above 90 degrees through the weekend and into Monday. It’s important to know how to keep yourself and loved ones cool and safe on high-heat days. The expected weather conditions can cause heat illness if precautions are not taken.

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The state legislature passed a bill to help older adults age in place in Massachusetts by requiring home care agencies to be licensed and meet standards for screening, training, and supervision. The bill also creates a commission to make recommendations for social insurance for long-term care as well as a Family Caregiver Commission.

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