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Valerie Quercia is a Massachusetts-based poet and storyteller. She is the author of In Gratitude, a chapbook published by Finishing Line Press in 2013 (written under the name Valerie Anne Prescott). Val loves literature, history, baseball, old movies, generous pots of tea, and, most of all, animals. She currently lives in Acton, MA, with four rescued pets, in a house built in 1844. Val calls their home “The Pink House”– for obvious reasons. But local historians say the color of the house is, was, and ever will be … “Chippendale Rose.”

First multi-day period of hot temperatures this year; feels-like temperatures up to 96 degrees expected

The first days of high heat this season are expected in Somerville this week. At this time, the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Tuesday and Wednesday, May 19-20, with feels-like temperatures up to 96 degrees. 

Community members are invited to submit feedback on the $1.29 billion plan between May-September 2026

The Cities of Cambridge and Somerville, together with the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA), are holding an informational meeting on their $1.29 billion Draft Updated Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control Plan, which is a legal requirement.

‘Slice of the City’ events are early evening, drop-in style meetups at green spaces in each of Somerville’s wards. The mayor, City Council, and city staff will be present to mingle with residents. Celebrate Somerville’s open spaces, engage with the city outside of formal meetings, and, of course, enjoy some pizza.

Making a move to, from, or within Somerville? Don’t wait to make a plan. The City is sharing tips and reminders to help you prepare, limit day-of moving stressors, and get settled.

Parade steps off at 11 a.m. from City Hall; Accessible parking spaces and viewing area available on first-come basis; Remembrance ceremony to follow on 5/25

This weekend, events kick off in Somerville to honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans. First, join us this Saturday, May 16, for the “Salute to Service” parade (also known as Somerville’s Memorial Day parade). Then on Monday, May 25, Somerville’s annual Memorial Day remembrance ceremony will be held at Veterans Cemetery.