Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is announcing the reopening of Somerville’s nationwide search for its next Chief of Police. The comprehensive search will be led by the city’s Racial and Social Justice and Human Resources Departments. GovHR, a national public-sector executive recruitment firm, will continue to act as the city’s external consultant to identify candidates with the requisite experience and principles to lead the Somerville Police Department. 

Assault
On 1/17/24 at approximately 8:24 p.m., Somerville Police responded to Somerville Ave. for report of an assault. Upon arrival, officer spoke with the victim who stated he and his girlfriend were riding their bikes then got into an altercation with the occupants of a vehicle attempting to pass them. During the altercation, two females exited the vehicle and one of them struck the victim in the head.

SomerViva: Celbración del Dia de los Reyes Magos. Office of Immigrant Affairs, in collaboration with Saint Benedict Church, celebrated Three Kings Day. Immerse yourself in the spirit of community, culture, and goodwill as we come together to celebrate this cherished tradition. Family and friends joined us in the festivities, fostering connections and building a stronger, more vibrant community together.

Thanks to the work of Somerville for Palestine, the Somerville City Council is to take up a ceasefire resolution at tonight’s City Council meeting. The full text of the resolution can be found here.

— Photo by Aaron Doucett/2023 Mill Cities Relay

We are incredibly grateful for John’s many years of service to SRR, especially in recognition of his time on the Mill Cities Alliance board. After many years of service to the Mill Cities Alliance, John is ending his time as president of that organization.

— Photo by Mario Quiroz.

Are you interested in hearing more about the Latino immigrant experience in Somerville? Would you like to gather at the museum to meet other neighbors for conversation and snacks?

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

It’s up to the homeowner to clear the snow from their sidewalks. The city did a great job of plowing but it’s up to the homeowner to get the snow off. When the snow isn’t shoveled it turns to ice and makes safe walking impossible.

Your Somerville High School Quiz Show team.

Cheer on the Somerville High School Quiz Show team as they compete on the High School Quiz Show®, GBH’s academic tournament for Massachusetts high school students, premiering its 15th season on Saturday, January 27  at y 3. Attend as part of the studio audience of this Jeopardy-like TV show to cheer on the team.

Food For Free is benefiting from a grant by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR).

With a new year comes an increased capacity to connect individuals and families facing food insecurity with nutrition for Food For Free, the largest food rescue and redistribution organization in Eastern Massachusetts.