City buildings will be closed Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents’ Day.

Trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one day.

S&P Global Ratings again affirms city’s strong financial management and stable outlook

The City of Somerville has once again earned the highest possible long-term bond rating, AAA, from S&P Global Ratings, marking the fourth consecutive year the city has received the top rating.

Patricia Callinan, age 82, a resident of Cape Neddick, Maine, passed away peacefully at her home on February 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Patrick “Butch” Callinan with whom she enjoyed 33 years of marriage.

July 23, 1955 – February 8, 2026

Patrick Barry, a lifelong resident of Somerville, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 8, 2026. He was 70 years old.

Born in Boston and raised in Somerville, Patrick was the beloved son of the late Francis J. and Frances L. (Ross) Barry.

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

You say you never heard of The Waldorf Restaurant (it was more like a cafeteria)? Well, that’s because you are either too young or you haven’t lived in this area very long, or both. By very long, I mean the last 33 years or so, because that’s at least how long The Waldorf has been gone. Today, on its former site stands Mike’s Restaurant. Because we couldn’t find any photos, I’m relying on my social media friends to try to recreate images of the old eatery. As far as we can remember, the front was stainless steel, with black and maroon accents.