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Susan Lilly is a writer, photographer, and jewelry maker from the New York area. She was active in the open mic poetry scene while living in the Boston area, and has continued to create new work and network with other artists through social media. During her years in the Boston poetry scene, Susan printed copies of her first book titled May December, which contained poetry, and a short story. She has been published in Boston area papers, and in online publications. The main focus of Susan’s work is time, distance, and nature, topics that strongly affect how she views and interacts with the world. Susan’s new collection of poetry with one short fiction piece is now available digitally starting at just $2. The title is Galaxies, Oceans, and Us. Please contact her at susanlilly@zoho.com to purchase.

Orange Line to begin 30 day shut down as of August 19, 2022. — Photo by Bobbie Toner

Over the weekend, the MBTA released the Rider’s Guide to Planning Ahead as the T prepares for a 30-day full closure of the Orange Line from Oak Grove to Forest Hills stations beginning at 9:00 p.m. on Friday, August 19, and the 28-day closure of the Green Line from Union Square to Government Center stations beginning Monday, August 22. 

April 16, 1950 – August 12, 2022

Stephen E. (Steve) Conley  passed away suddenly in an accident while riding his bike, August 12, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Thayne (Eastman) Conley. Son of the late Ann and Thomas A. Conley Sr. Loving father of Michelle Bache and her husband Paul of Abington, Kevin Conley, Kerri Conley and her fiancé Brandon Cunningham all of Somerville. Brother of the late Thomas A. Conley Jr. and Maureen Conley. Dear grandfather of Joshua Bache.

Updated: from the Office of Middlesex DA Marian Ryan – The preliminary investigation suggests that the cyclist, identified as Stephen Conley, 72 of Somerville, was travelling westbound in the bike lane on Broadway when the operator of a Land Rover, that was parked, opened his driver side door. 

On Friday, August 12, a 72-year-old Somerville man was fatally injured in a collision while cycling near 1055 Broadway just outside of Teele Square. Somerville Police officers responded to the report of the crash at 11:20 a.m. The operator of the vehicle involved remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. The cyclist was transported to Massachusetts General Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. 

Caregivers and adults receiving in-home care are extremely satisfied with the support they receive from Adult Family Care (AFC), according to the program’s most recent annual consumer survey.

The summer season can be an especially challenging time of year to keep your home free of bugs. Taking the following steps however can help you guard your home from invading insects:

Yart Sale is an opportunity for you to sell from the comfort of your yards, driveways and porch. Think of a yard sale but with ART. Yart Sale is a citywide event that will take place on Saturday, August 13, 12:00 to 6:00 p.m., (rain date 8/14). The schedule of each yard will be dependent of each participant, please make sure to review the location details. Expect to see a range of products and activities like live art, handmade objects, band merch, art supplies, collectible items or even plants.