Close to 200 innovators from across Somerville’s business communities gathered at Greentown Labs on April 29 for an evening of conversation with Mayor Jake Wilson. Hosted by Somernova and Greentown Labs in partnership with the Somerville Chamber of Commerce, the event marked one of the mayor’s first engagements of its kind and highlighted the city’s momentum as a hub for climate and energy innovation, entrepreneurship, and community-driven growth.

Ben Ewen-Campen, candidate for State Representative.

Ben Ewen-Campen’s campaign for State Representative today announced a first round of endorsements from Mayor Jake Wilson, State Representative Mike Connolly, and City Councilors from across the 27th Middlesex District.

The endorsements include Somerville Mayor Jake Wilson, State Representative Mike Connolly, City Councilors Matt McLaughlin, JT Scott, Jesse Clingan, Naima Sait, Lance Davis, Emily Hardt, Jon Link, Will Mbah, and Ben Wheeler, as well as former Councilor Mary Jo Rossetti and former Ward 3 School Committee member Sarah Phillips.

Safety improvements for the section of Broadway between Winchester Street and Central Street are currently in the designing stages. — Photo by Bobbie Toner

Project aims to improve safety on Broadway and reimagine intersection  

More than 500 community members have shared their perspectives on the segment of Broadway that runs through Somerville’s Magoun Square – among the feedback were concerns about long crossings, congestion, speeding, red light running, and more.   

Artwork by Kari Percival.

Free, family-friendly events May 2-8 highlight local sustainability efforts

Community members are invited to celebrate SustainaVille Week 2026, Somerville’s annual week-long series of free events and workshops showcasing the city’s climate progress, creativity, and goals and sharing useful tips and information.

Ronald was a loving son of the late Agnes Silva. Loving husband of 65 years to Lorraine (Dellanno) Kennelly. Devoted and cherished father of Ronald J. Kennelly of Peabody, Michael F. Kennelly of Somerville, and the late Baby Girl Mary Ellen Kennelly.

Martha Friend photos by Bobbie Toner

This year’s Somerville Open Studios will take place on Saturday and Sunday, May 2-3, from 12 to 6 p.m. each day. More than 430 local visual artists will open their doors and exhibit their work at more than 120 studio buildings and homes all over Somerville.

By Ewan Henrie

On Thursday, April 23, the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs held a virtual meeting with the Mobility Division to discuss new types of transportation features placed around the city and why they were installed.

A Department of Conservation and Recreation wildland firefighter directs a handline at an outdoor fire. Massachusetts sees more than 1,000 wildland fires each year, but simple steps can reduce the risk that one will spread to your home.

Wildland fires can extend to homes, fire service leaders say

Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is this weekend, and Massachusetts fire service leaders are providing residents with guidance on projects to protect their homes and neighborhoods while reducing the risk posed by wildland fires.