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Somerville organizations awarded funding from MassCEC

On August 24, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

— Photo courtesy of Mass Clean Energy Center

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced $27.2 million in tax incentives through the Mass Clean Ene rgy Center‘s Climatetech Tax Incentives Program (CTIP). The funding will help 18 Massachusetts-based climatetech companies grow, create jobs, and accelerate the development and deployment of technologies that strengthen the state’s position as a global leader in clean energy solutions that lower costs, reduce pollution, and protect public health.

Somerville School Committee Meeting of the Whole – August 17, 2026

On August 23, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Somerville Annual Senior Picnic September 10

On August 23, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Reserve your ticket by September 4

Savor the final days of summer during a festive afternoon of food, music, and community. Somerville seniors are invited to the City’s annual Senior Picnic on Thursday, September 10, at Trum Field (541 Broadway) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Somerville City Hall swings open its doors for Civic Day

On August 22, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Family-friendly event kicks off at 5 p.m. with free pizza and activities on City Hall Concourse. — Photos courtesy of City of Somerville

All invited to City Council Meeting at 7 p.m.

Community members are invited to attend Somerville’s fourth Civic Day event on Thursday, September 10, from 5 to 7:30 p.m., with activities taking place inside City Hall (93 Highland Ave.) and on the City Hall concourse.

Money Map Tip of the Week

On August 22, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Q: I need help with my taxes — but who should I actually call?

A: It depends on what you need. Tax preparers, Enrolled Agents and CPAs who specialize in tax can provide many of the same services, but there are important differences in their credentials and areas of expertise.

Somerville inclusionary homeownership opportunity at One Inman Square

On August 21, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Apply by Monday, September 14

Applications are now open for the sale of six deed-restricted condominiums at One Inman Square (121 Prospect St.) to eligible, first-time homebuyers. Units will be sold at below market price through the City of Somerville’s Inclusionary Housing Program.

Somerville’s Davis Square gets a ‘Glow Up’ this Summer

On August 21, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

New public art, seating, lighting, plantings, and gathering space bring more color and comfort to one of Somerville’s busiest neighborhood centers.
— Photos courtesy of City of Somerville.

Reminder: On Friday, August 21, the City of Somerville will celebrate Davis Square’s “summer glow up” with a ribbon cutting from 4:30 to 5 p.m., directly before the Down in Davis: Alive at Five performance at Statue Park.

This summer, you may have noticed that Davis Square has more color, a few more places to sit, and a lot more reason to stop and enjoy.

Somerville sharing voting information for State Primary Election

On August 21, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, the State of Massachusetts will hold its Primary Election, which will narrow the candidate pool before the November Election on Tuesday, November 3.

People’s Primary Pledge to stop dark money broken in 34th Middlesex Race

On August 21, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

On June 1, the Somerville Democrats celebrated the historic agreement by all 7 candidates running in all three Somerville-based State Representative districts in the State House to discourage spending by unlimited dark money super PACs. In these races, $0 was spent by super PACs until the beginning of August. Conversely, nearly $200,000 has been spent so far by super PACs in the 2nd Middlesex State Senate race, where no pledge was in effect because only Matthew McLaughlin and Christine Barber agreed to sign on.

Goofs Comedy Club looking to expand

On August 20, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

After 2 years and 400+ five-star reviews, husband-and-wife owners Isabel Thurston and Ryan Howe look to bring their mom-and-pop comedy club to the next level.

Goofs Comedy Club, the family-owned Somerville venue that has become the highest-rated comedy club in the country announced today that they have begun searching for a bigger location.