Layne Staley Tribute East returns following a powerful inaugural year as a mission-driven concert honoring the legacies of Layne Staley and Mike Starr while raising awareness and support for people affected by addiction.

Tuesday, November 3, Massachusetts will hold its State Election, which is open to all registered voters in Somerville.  Offices on the ballot include Governor, Senator in Congress, Representative in Congress, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and more.

There are also nine ballot questions on various subjects. You can help keep lines at the polls shorter by reviewing sample ballots and review ballot questions in advance online at somervillema.gov/sampleballots.

Neighborhood Connect brings City-related discussions and decision-making to Somerville residents. Formerly known as City Hall Community Meetings (and ResiStat before that), this meeting series is an opportunity to learn more about City programs and initiatives, meet your neighbors, find ways to get involved, and talk with elected officials and City staff.

Last day for hazardous waste drop-off Saturday 11/14

Have a fall cleanup list you’ve been avoiding? The Somerville Department of Public Works (DPW) wishes to remind residents that the last days for hazardous and yard waste collection this season are quickly approaching. DPW collection of these materials will resume in Spring 2027 as per the usual seasonal cycle.  

The City of Somerville is seeking two new volunteer members to join the Somerville Human Rights Commission (HRC).

What is the Human Rights Commission?

Per City ordinance, Somerville’s HRC is charged with working toward mutual respect and understanding among all individuals and groups in the city by improving the quality of public discourse and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Change Smoke and CO Alarm Batteries, Replace Outdated Alarms This Weekend

State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts are reminding residents to replace the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms and replace outdated alarms when they change their clocks this weekend.

Somerville Public Schools (SPS) will host three Enrollment Information Sessions in November to help families prepare for the 2027–2028 Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten enrollment process.