The tools make the gardener, according to the experts.

If you are like most homeowners, you need to prune trees, shrubs, bushes and other plants in your yard from time to time. But do you know which tool is best suited for each particular job? Experts say that choosing tools wisely is key to maximizing beauty, and minimizing damage to plants.

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Mayor Curtatone stresses that #SocialDistancing is vital if we want to #Coronavirus under control.

The School St. bridge closure currently in effect will be extended by one week to advance Green Line Extension (GLX) construction. The bridge is now expected to reopen to vehicular traffic Sunday, April 5. The next closure is planned for April 17 – 26. The School St. pedestrian bridge between Medford St. and Highland Ave. will remain open for pedestrians and cyclists during these short-term closures.

Dear Friends of Arts at the Armory,

Like many non-profit and arts organizations, small businesses and individuals, the Center for Arts at the Armory will bear a significant financial impact due to COVID-19 and does not have a contingency budget for emergencies like this one. The Center for Arts at the Armory relies almost exclusively on revenue generated from hosting events and running our Café. In response to COVID-19, we have had to cancel events indefinitely, close our Café, and lay off staff. We have a streamlined core of administrative staff working to lay the groundwork for Arts at the Armory’s future, which will only possible with your support.

~Photo by Doug Holder

Normally there is an editorial from Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone in this space, but this week the city is instead sharing important information and updates about COVID-19.

On Monday, March 23, Gov. Charlie Baker and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health issued a stay-at-home advisory, effective through Tuesday, April 7, outlining social distancing and public health safety protocols like stopping unnecessary travel and staying home except for necessary errands. Public health experts have said that minimizing contact with others is the best way to slow the spread of COVID-19. Non-essential businesses were also ordered to stop in-person business through April 7.

Dear Community Members,

Update: Emma has been located and is home with her family.

Somerville Police Department is currently searching for a missing 15 year old girl, Emma Fraser who was last seen on Lowell Street in Somerville. She is described as a White female, approximately 4 feet 9 inches tall last seen wearing a black and white zippered hoodie, black stretch pants and black sneakers. Police believe she voluntarily left the Lowell Street area, family have not been able to locate her.

Anyone with information should contact Somerville Police 617-625-1212 Thank you for your assistance.

By Jim Clark

Somerville Police officers were dispatched to the intersection of Holland St. and Irving Rd. last week on reports of a motor vehicle accident.

Upon arrival, a group of people standing at the intersection flagged down the officers and stated that the vehicle was on Irving Rd.

Support local business and enjoy the best of Somerville’s culinary scene by ordering takeout or delivery during this difficult time. Check out https://www.somervilledelivers.com/ for a list of restaurants accepting orders now.

Don’t see your restaurant listed? Add it here! Somervillema.gov/covidbizhelp

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Update: The Somerville Construction Advisory issued on Monday, March 23rd, remains in full force. The City of Somerville had previously issued Construction COVID-19 Safety Guidelines to allow construction to move forward with site-specific safety plans ensuring social distancing and following state and federal safety guidelines for COVID-19.