The Senate passed legislation to help older adults age in place in Massachusetts by requiring home care agencies to be licensed and meet standards for screening, training, and supervision. The bill also creates a commission to make recommendations for social insurance for long-term care.

~Photos by Bobbie Toner 

ArtBeat 2026: REVolution took place on Saturday, July 18, in Davis Square. The festival featured over 70 craft vendors, multiple food vendors, two performance stages showcasing a dynamic mix of music, dance, theater, literary readings, and interactive activities, all highlighting Somerville’s diverse and vibrant arts scene.

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

There are lots of things I did as an adventurous Somerville youth in the 1960s and 70s. As I look back now, some were very dangerous and careless. As I have said many times before, I am glad my kids don’t read my articles. Here are three stories of daring, crazy, and silly episodes in the life of a Somerville boy growing up in the era of Vietnam, hippies, and long hair.

— Photos by Christa Lee

By Christa Lee

The FIFA World Cup final was screened live at Union Square on Sunday, led by Somerville’s Chamber of Commerce and in collaboration with other businesses, including Nossa Rádio, EventThem, and local food vendors. A large crowd in high spirits was gathered in front of the outdoor TV screen to root for either Spain’s or Argentina’s national teams.

Family and friends gathered together on Saturday to celebrate and remember the life of Robert Dabenigno at Belmont Park, on the 20th anniversary of his death. Many of his friends from Somerville traveled across the country to honor his memory and to celebrate his life.

Benefit updates and increased staffing flexibility support a strong workforce

The City of Somerville is announcing a new union agreement that will raise pay and modernize benefits for Somerville School Custodians, represented by SEIU, Chapter 3 (NCFO 32BJ). The newly signed Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) covers Fiscal Years 2026 through 2028 and was ratified by the union and Mayor Wilson in June. It became effective following the Somerville City Council’s appropriation of funds for the agreement at their July 9 meeting.

A meet and greet for DA Marian Ryan was held Monday night at Sally O’Brien’s, and it was well attended. Seen here are (L to R) Registrar of Deeds Maria Curtatone, former Alderman Bob McWatters, District Attorney Marian Ryan, and Everett Firefighter Andrew Philbin in attendance at the fundraiser to help reelect Marian Ryan as District Attorney for Middlesex County.

Wood Partners has been selected by the Somerville Redevelopment Authority to serve as the developer of the 90 Washington Street property. — Rendering courtesy of Wood Partners

By Regina Arana

The Somerville Redevelopment Authority (SRA) voted Monday night to move forward with Wood Partners for 90 Washington Street. That’s the four-acre parcel near the East Somerville MBTA station that’s been up for grabs since January.

The SomerCup event at Dilboy stadium was inspired by the World Cup events this year.

By Christa Lee

If you’ve been watching the FIFA World Cup and wanting to score a goal like a pro player, you’re not alone. The SomerCup hosted three one-day tournaments at Dilboy Stadium that ended on July 17. There was a kids’ division, kindergarten to 18 years old, and an adults’ division, 18 years old and over. The tournament was preceded by a training session with the New England Revolution.