Applications are now open for four rent-restricted studio units at Prospect Union Square (20-50 Prospect Street) in the Union Square neighborhood through the City of Somerville’s Inclusionary Housing Program. Units are available to all households making between 81% and 110% of the Area Median Income and to households with mobile vouchers making between 0% and 110% of the Area Median Income.

Theresa Germaine Romanoff (“Terry”), age 83, of Somerville, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 12, 2026, surrounded by her family and loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer.

Historic Armory to host array of artists, educators, and organizations as city’s first public arts center  

The City of Somerville is announcing the inaugural group of artists, organizations, and creative businesses that will call the Somerville Armory home in its new formation as the city’s first publicly owned arts and culture center.  

City’s marquee festival to feature 70 craft vendors, live music all day, dance showcase, town crier, community parade, and more

Community members are invited to “ArtBeat 2026: REVolution” on Saturday, July 18, from 12 to 9 p.m. in Davis Square (rain date: Sunday, July 19). Admission is free and open to all.

Public invited to provide comment on body-worn cameras at virtual special meeting and hearing  on July 27

The public is invited to attend a virtual special meeting of the City Council and public hearing on body-worn cameras. The meeting and hearing, initiated by Mayor Jake Wilson, will take place virtually on Monday, July 27 at 6:30 p.m. All community members are invited to provide public comment during the hearing portion.  

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

“Wow! Nobody believes me when I tell them about this truck!”

A hot summer’s night, many years ago. People are sitting on their front porches. Kids with popsicles and the sound of fans in windows. A truck pulls up, and all the kids run over to it, but it’s not the ice cream man. After stopping and getting money from their parents, the kids line up for a ride on The Whip! Along with the frenzied kids, what I remember most was the sound of the motor and the smell of exhaust. But boy was it a blast!

On Saturday, July 11, Mayor Jake Wilson and Councilor Jesse Clingan hosted City Councilor Will Mbah for the launch of his State Rep. door-knocking campaign.

This month, East Somerville Main Streets is proud to recognize Mary Cassesso as their Community Hero! As an East Somerville native, Mary continues to be one of the neighborhood’s biggest champions.

MGB health care workers Shannon Viera and Karen Estey addressed the City Council at their latest meeting, discussing issues related to the recent nurses strike.

By Christa Lee

Two Mass General Brigham (MGB) health care workers, Shannon Viera and Karen Estey, spoke at the City Council meeting on July 9, bringing further attention to the negotiations between the Brigham and Women’s Hospital nurses and Mass General Brigham.