City buildings will be closed Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents’ Day. Trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one day.

Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services’ nutrition team will once again lead a series of workshops and events in March in recognition of National Nutrition Month!

Nutrition team staff members will host two Food Safety Bingo events at the Somerville and Cambridge Senior Centers to educate the community about important food safety protocols in a fun, interactive way. Participants will have the opportunity to win prizes during these “lunch & learn” events.

Assault
25006942: On 2/7/25 at approximately 12:58 a.m., Somerville Police responded to Assembly Row for a fight. Upon arrival, officers observed an unconscious male on the ground suffering from multiple injuries. Officers spoke with several witnesses who stated the victim was involved in a fight with two males and one female. During the fight, the suspects repeatedly punched and kicked the victim then fled the area.

Midnight is a 4-year-old female black cat that Black Cat Rescue has been fostering after a dog bite. She is looking forward to being adopted soon! ~ Photos courtesy of Jennifer Stott

By Harry Kane

A new law signed by Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey makes it illegal to declaw felines. That’s good news for cats and for foster operations like Black Cat Rescue, which is a Somerville based all-volunteer network dedicated to saving the lives of homeless black cats and cats with special needs.

The cat act (S.2552) prohibits inhumane feline declawing except in rare situations of medical necessity. The act was signed into law January 9 and takes effect on April 8.

City again earns highest long-term debt rating from S&P Global Ratings

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is proud to announce that for the third year in a row, the City of Somerville has received the highest possible long-term debt rating of ‘AAA’ from S&P Global Ratings. This rating reaffirms the city’s financial strength and ensures lower borrowing costs for critical infrastructure investments that benefit residents.

Vinal Bakery and Vinal General Store’s Sarah Murphy (left) and Chloe Nolan (right).  Photos by Brian Samuels (www.briansamuelsphotography.com)(❁´◡`❁)

By Jeffrey Shwom

Now, I jokingly tell friends that I have never cared much about British things since we revolted in 1775. When Prince William and Princess Kate visited Greentown Labs in 2022, I went to Market Basket that day in support of local business (plus the parking lot was empty due to heavy security and road closures).

By Carlie Lombardi

On Thursday, February 6, The School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee met virtually to discuss important issues surrounding the future of school infrastructure in the city. The meeting, which covered various topics, was focused on the process of replacing the Winter Hill Community Innovation School, the results of the community feedback survey, and the timeline for school construction.

Bring a friend, a date, a group or just bring yourself to our Valentine’s Day Mixer!

Free Valentine’s Day portraits taken by professional photographer, John Capello, while you whet your appetite for the evening with Mocktails and sweet treats, and take in our current exhibition, the “Art of the Festival” about the origins, rituals and preparations for Nepal’s largest festival!

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

I’m lucky I’m in walking distance of Davis Square if I need something down there. But what are drivers to do if they need to shop there? There are two municipal lots that are filled up quickly. There are still a handful of meters scattered around the square. My go to spots are across from Redbones on Chester St.