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Democratic Sen. Ed Markey and Gov. Maura Healey win reelection

On November 3, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

A historic election took place on Tuesday, as Democrats regained control of the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives.

Just as impressively, all Democratic candidates in Massachusetts made a clean sweep of their races in the State Election, with Sen. Ed Markey and Gov. Maura Healey both winning reelection.

The preliminary results of the State races are as follows:

U.S. Senator: Democrat Ed Markey wins reelection to the U.S. Senate, continuing the seat he has held since 2013.

Governor: Democrat Maura Healey wins reelection and will serve a second term as Massachusetts governor.

America’s Moral Obligation to Afghan Allies

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Sasha Chanoff. — Photo courtesy of Welcome.US

By Sasha Chanoff

A young mother named Mariam was on the Taliban’s hit list when they took control of Afghanistan during the U.S. withdrawal five years ago. (I’m using a pseudonym out of concern for the safety of her family members overseas). She had worked with the U.S. government promoting women’s rights. “I knew the Taliban would kill me and my family,” she said. “I had to escape to save myself and my three children and husband.”

Newstalk – November 4

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

The city is hosting its second citywide cleanup as part of the Year of the Neighbor initiative. Somerville community members are invited to spend a couple of hours outside, meet people nearby, and leave your street a little better than you found it. Join in on Saturday, November 7, between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Cleanup events have been scheduled in all seven wards. Learn more and find your ward’s meeting point here. https://www.somervillema.gov/news/somerville-invites-neighbors-join-fall-neighborhood-cleanups-november-7.

City of Somerville hosts Domestic Violence Vigil to honor victims

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

A vigil was held last week in support of victims of domestic violence.

By Eliot Josti

Last Wednesday, Somerville’s Department of Equity and Belonging hosted a Domestic Violence Vigil at Somernova in order to support and connect with those affected.

Somerville celebrates 30 Years of the Mystic Ave. Mural

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

To celebrate the latest installation, Somerville Arts and Culture (SAC) invited community members to a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, October 27, on the corner of Temple St. and Mystic Ave. Initiated in 1996 by former SAC Director Cecily Miller, the Mystic Mural Program creates a space where students from all backgrounds can create, learn, and contribute to the vibrancy of their community. During the ceremony, attendees viewed the 2026 mural and heard from Mayor Jake Wilson and Muralist David Fichter.

City Council Should Vote to Enact the Ethical Procurement Ordinance

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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As we’ve witnessed Israel’s live-streamed genocide of Palestinians over the last three years, thousands of residents have called on Somerville to cut our support for Israel’s crimes. What began as a grassroots campaign to boycott and divest from companies complicit in the oppression of Palestinians is now a week away from becoming City law.

Our View of the Times – November 4

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

The State Election has come and gone, and those who fought long and hard – candidates and their supporters alike – are to be congratulated for once again participating in our democratic process in these difficult times. Alternatives were presented, and the voters made their choices. That’s what it’s all about.

Zucchini – Gold Bar Squash

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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This is my take on a dish I had while visiting the café at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City. The combination of flavors, sweet and tangy and a mixture of textures go very well together. It makes for a beautiful presentation if you’re having a dinner party. You can place these on an individual dish or on a platter for a buffet. Either way, your guests will be impressed with the presentation.

Somerville through the eyes of Denise

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Here to stay…Hooray!… ~ Photo by Denise Provost

A Handpicked Poem presented by Michael Steffen

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

A Handpicked Poem presented by Off the Shelf Correspondent Michael Steffen.

By Lloyd Schwartz, from the book Artur Schnabel and Joseph Szigeti Play Mozart at the Frick Collection (April 4, 1948) and Other Poems, published by Arrowsmith, 2026

Lyrical Somerville – November 4

On November 4, 2026, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Keith Tornheim has six books of poetry, Fireflies: Poems of Love and Family; I Am Lilith, Dancer on the Wind; Spoiled Fruit: Adam and Eve in Eden and Beyond; Spirit Boat: Poems of Crossing Over; Can You Say Kaddish for the Living?; The Sacrifice of Isaac. His poems have appeared in Ibbetson Street, The Somerville Times, Boston Literary Magazine, Muddy River Poetry Review and Poetica.