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Somerville High School students in the Graphic Communications program collaborated with members of the Student Services Department to create an exciting new anti-bullying poster campaign. There are two poster designs, both of which are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole. The poster provides clear guidelines for reporting an incident of bullying and a QR code to the anonymous reporting form on the SPS Student Services website.

— Photo courtesy of Corona Tools

By Melinda Myers

It’s never too early to prepare for the garden season ahead. Having the right tool for the job saves time, reduces the frustration of trying to make the wrong tool work, and allows you to garden longer with less muscle fatigue.

Take an inventory of all your tools. Be sure to check the shed, garage, or tool caddy. Make a list of those that need to be replaced or need an update. This is also a good time to clean and sharpen those tools you plan to use in the coming growing season.

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— Photos and speech video courtesy of Somerville city workers ceasefire coalition

Fifty-five employees, staff, and other public servants of the City of Somerville and Somerville Public Schools, have formally asked for Mayor Ballantyne and Superintendent Carmona to join them in calling for a sustained ceasefire across Palestine and Israel, the release of all hostages, and the provision of all life-saving humanitarian aid. 

By Dennis Fischman

Mystery novels have thrived in the cold ground of Greater Boston. For example, I think of Linda Barnes and her taxi-driving detective Carlotta Carlyle; Robert B. Parker and the Spenser series (turned into the popular Spenser for Hire TV series in the 1980’s); Dennis Lehane; Tess Gerritsen; and even Matthew Pearl and his surprise hit The Dante Club.

Applications now being accepted for three positions
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Are you passionate about supporting the well-being of seniors in Somerville? The Somerville Council on Aging Board of Directors is actively seeking three new members, and we invite all residents to consider applying.