OBITUARY:

CLARK, Joseph F. – Of Somerville passed away on February 13, 2023 at the age of 94. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Somerville Fire Department LIEUTENANT JOSEPH F. CLARK →

On February 5th Somerville’s bravest climbed the stairs of the Boston Garden to raise money for the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts (PFFM) cancer fund in order for members to receive the GRAIL test which detects 50 types of cancers. Continue reading Somerville Firefighters Local 76 News Updates →

You can help. On February 13, more than 50 people, including 16 children, were displaced by an apartment block fire on Highland Avenue. Fortunately, everyone got out safely, but significant challenges remain for our neighbors and students who cannot return to their homes. More than 13 City departments and a half-dozen partner agencies mobilized to set up temporary shelter, food, and other supports, but your help is needed for what comes next. Continue reading EMERGENCY DONATIONS SOUGHT FOR FIRE VICTIMS →

Trees in City parks to undergo proactive maintenance and comprehensive health assessments; park closures required during maintenance Continue reading Somerville’s Parks Tree Health Program Gets Underway This Spring →

First Public Listening Sessions for SPD Chief Search Will Be Held February 28 and March 9
Sessions Will be Conducted by Executive Recruiting Firm GovHR Continue reading Somerville Community Invited to Help Guide Police Chief Recruitment →

As part of the ongoing Armory Master Plan process, the City and Somerville Arts Council seek 20 individuals to participate in a 75-minute online focus group discussion which will guide the Armory’s future as a vibrant arts center for years to come.
Continue reading City and Somerville Arts Council seek 20 individuals to participate in a 75-minute online focus group discussion which will guide the Armory’s future →

The City of Somerville Housing Division is holding a public hearing to obtain public input on its draft Allocation Plan for more than $1.6 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Continue reading Public Hearing on Allocating Federal Funds to Reduce Homelessness & Increase Housing Stability, February 23 →

All Somerville residents should be on the lookout for the 2023 annual City of Somerville census in their mailbox. Upon receipt, please complete the brief form and return it to the City via mail, email, fax, or in person. Continue reading Return Your Completed 2023 City of Somerville Census Form →

Rigione, Yvone A. passed away on Feb. 15, 2023 at the age of 80 in Somerville, MA. Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Yvone A. Rigione →