By William Tauro
Wednesday’s meeting at the West Branch Library was about more than the agenda. It was about whether City Hall treats a legally created commission as a partner — or an afterthought.
SOMERVILLE — The Somerville Commission for Persons with Disabilities met on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the West Somerville Branch Library, 40 College Avenue. The public can attend in person or by Zoom.
Continue reading Is Somerville Snubbing Its Own Disability Commission?
Survey open through October 25; Input will help inform event management and future planning
SOMERVILLE—While the crisp fall air has arrived, Somerville’s Arts and Culture division is looking ahead to spring and one of its biggest annual events, PorchFest. As planning for 2027 gets underway, community members are invited to complete the PorchFest survey to give input on what’s working and identify areas for improvement as the event continues to evolve.
Continue reading Somerville PorchFest Feedback Sought via Community Survey
Heaven has gained an angel! 🙏
Obituary
Beloved angel of Jonathan Burgos and Alexandra Colon. 
Free, all-ages celebration with music, food, art, and more to celebrate Somerville’s Arabic community
SOMERVILLE—The Center for Arabic Culture (CAC) and Somerville’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA) invite all community members to the CAC’s 12th annual festival and book fair on Saturday, October 10, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Somerville High School (81 Highland Ave.).
Continue reading Somerville Community Invited to Arabic Heritage Celebration on Saturday, October 10
By Bob Katzen
“Today’s ruling confirms what we have argued from the beginning: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) cannot erase a $7 billion program that Congress created and funded. For more than a year, families and communities have seen higher energy bills while billions of dollars intended to lower electricity costs sat out of reach. Today’s decision makes clear that EPA unlawfully terminated the Solar for All Program.”
Continue reading THIS WEEK’S QUOTABLE QUOTES ON BEACON HILL
By Bob Katzen
The Bay State’s Supreme Judicial Court upheld the decision of a lower court which ruled that the town of Marshfield’s claim that the current law, known as the MBTA Communities Act, is an unfunded state mandate, is invalid.
By Bob Katzen
Gov. Healey announced the granting of $7 million in Live Theater Tax Credits for 23 live stage productions across Massachusetts. Eligible theater companies may receive non-refundable tax credits equal to 35 percent of qualifying payroll costs, 25 percent of production and performance expenditures and 25 percent of transportation expenditures. Credits may be transferred or carried forward for up to five years.
Continue reading $7 MILLION FOR LIVE THEATER PRODUCTIONS
By Bob Katzen
On July 6, the Revenue Committee gave a favorable report to and recommended passage of a measure that would give Massachusetts residents the option, on their Massachusetts income tax form, to contribute to a special United Nations Fund — the Least Developed Countries Fund — to help developing countries cope with the effects of global warming. The Senate then sent the measure to the Ways and Means Committee where it has languished.
Continue reading CONTRIBUTE VIA A MASSACHUSETTS TAX RETURN TO COUNTRIES COPING WITH GLOBAL WARMING (S 1922)
By Bob Katzen
Gov. Healey announced that her administration is making $1.8 million in grants available to local fire departments to support fire and life safety efforts that protect Massachusetts’ most vulnerable residents.
Continue reading $1.8 MILLION FOR FIRE SAFETY
By Bob Katzen
Following House passage of the bill to designate September 25 as “9 to 5 Day” across the state, the Senate referred the bill to the State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Committee. The measure recognizes “Dolly Parton’s emblematic cultural impact on the United States, her steadfast dedication to charitable causes and her unwavering support of women, workers, LGBTQ+ people and children.”
Continue reading CREATE “DOLLY PARTON 9 TO 5 DAY” (SD 4203)
By Bob Katzen
QUESTION 1: MAKE RECORDS OF THE LEGISLATURE AND THE GOVERNOR PUBLIC RECORDS
This question asks voters if they approve of a proposed law that would make most records held by the Legislature and the governor’s office public records and available to the public under the Massachusetts Public Records Law. Exemptions include communications between legislators and their constituents, if they are a request by the constituent for assistance in obtaining government-provided benefits or services.
WHAT SUPPORTERS SAY:
Continue reading BALLOT QUESTION 1 – Here is a look at Question 1:
City sharing deadlines for voter registration and vote-by-mail applications, early voting dates, and more
SOMERVILLE–On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Massachusetts will hold its State Election. Offices and items on the ballot include Governor, Senator in Congress, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, District Attorney, Secretary of State, Treasurer, Auditor, Councillor, Senator in General Court, Representative in General Court, Representative in Congress, and Register of Probate – and nine ballot questions.
Continue reading Make Your Voting Plan: MA State Election on Nov. 3
Lucille “Lucy” (Auterio) DeVescovi was returned home to God on September 11, 2026 with her daughter Lisa Marie and Son-in-law Todd by her side.
Lucy was born March 22, 1944 a few minutes before her twin brother Michael.
Continue reading Somerville/Medford Remembering Lucille “Lucy” (Auterio) DeVescovi
CAMBRIDGE – Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Cambridge Police Commissioner Pauline Wells have confirmed that Giovani Arroyo, 22 of Boston and Moises Pimentel, 23 of Boston, have been charged in connection with the murder of Xavier Bautista. Arroyo is charged with murder, carrying a firearm without a license and conspiracy to commit a crime. Pimentel is charged with murder, carrying a firearm without a license, conspiracy to commit a crime and evidence tampering.
Continue reading Two Men Charged for Their Roles in July 4th Fatal Shooting in Cambridge
Community invited to ribbon cutting on Saturday, October 17, from 4 to 6 p.m.
SOMERVILLE – Latte art is being reimagined in Somerville. This October, the former Starbucks storefront in Davis Square is transforming into Diamond Factory—a pop-up art gallery exploring how artists create beauty in response to the pressures and upheavals of the world.
Continue reading Diamond Factory Pop-Up Gallery Brings Art to Former Davis Square Starbucks
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