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This dish is perfect for any hot summer day and can be served either hot or cold. Not only that, it can be ready in under 30 minutes, or be made ahead and can be assembled within minutes. This salad packs great flavors and texture with a kick of heat. Certainly, a new favorite in my house. Serves 4.

Mayor Ballantyne has submitted her proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025. City officials must now work together to hammer out a final budget, one that comes as close as possible to serving the wants and needs of as many of us as is practical and doable.

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Interview with Doug Holder

I have always admired the work of Kate Snodgrass. I have attended and reviewed many of the plays she put on when she was the artistic director of the Boston Playwright’s Theatre. As a teacher myself, I can appreciate the work she has done hatching the minds and careers of many young theatre professionals.

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Howie Good’s newest book, Frowny Face, is a collection of his prose poems and handmade collages from Redhawk Publications. He co-edits the online journal UnLost, dedicated to found poetry.

Somernova is hosting mobile office hours on Tuesday, June 4, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Conway Park. This is a great opportunity to provide feedback and have conversations related to the revised zoning proposal. More information can be found at somernova.community. Additionally, those who would like to host a living room conversation regarding Somernova’s expansion can contact Somernova at community@somernova.com. This is a great opportunity to gather five or more neighbors to discuss the proposal and have your questions answered.