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One of the most expensive delicacies in the world is the white truffle, at an approximate retail price of $3,424/lb., that’s a whopping $214 per oz. (https://truffle.farm/truffle_prices.html).

The white truffle is smooth and has a slight yellow tinge and is found in the Piedmont region of Italy. (https://untolditaly.com/truffles-in-italy/) Overall, the majority of truffles are found in Italy and France.

Although 21 years will have passed since the terrible and tragic events of September 11, 2001, took place, for many of us the shock and horror remain fresh in our memories. And since we, as New Englanders, were relatively close to the sites of destruction and loss of life, we can perhaps feel those sensations of sadness and even anger a little deeper than some others might, especially since our own Logan Airport played a role in the perpetrator’s deadly scheme.

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I caught up with Somerville artist Jen Fries to discuss her evocative art.

Doug Holder: How has Somerville been for you as an artist?

Jen Fries: It’s been pretty fabulous. I’ve found Somerville quite welcoming and supportive to me as an artist – especially emotionally supportive.

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Joshua Michael Stewart is the author of Break Every String and The Bastard Children of Dharma Bums. His poems have appeared in the Massachusetts Review, Salamander, Plainsongs, Brilliant Corners, and many other publications. His third poetry collection, Love Something, will be published by Main Street Rag: https://mainstreetragbookstore.com/product/love-something-joshua-michael-stewart/

Although no State Representatives for Somerville faced any opposition this year, local voters did their duty at the polls on Tuesday’s State Primary election, weighing in on their choices for other statewide offices.
Bolded names are in the lead as of 10 p.m.  

Governor
Democrat
Attorney General Maura Healey  
State Sen. Sonia Chang-Diaz – Withdrew

Arrests:
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James Wright, August 30, 1:36 p.m., arrested at Canal St. on a charge of larceny under $1200.

Ramon Ordonez, of Chelsea, August 30, 10:44 p.m., arrested at Broadway on warrant charges of operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor, marked lanes violation, motor vehicle operator failure to identify self, unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and negligent operation of a motor vehicle.

The Massachusetts State Primary election is Tuesday, September 6. This election will narrow the field for Representative in Congress, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, State Auditor, Governor’s Council, State Senator, State Representative, District Attorney, and Sheriff.  Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Dear Neighbors,

As you know, a 72-year-old Somerville resident was killed while biking in Teele Square in August. I am grieving this untimely loss, and I’m angry as we mourn a preventable death in Somerville. I ran for Mayor on a platform that included bold actions to keep our residents safe. Part of the reason that I am so upset is because we know how to prevent terrible crashes like this one.