Somerville Open Studios, taking place over this coming weekend, reminds us of the rich abundance of artistic talent that exists within our community. It is no wonder that Somerville is regarded as a significant cultural focal point in the region.

Instead of sporting his hockey jersey number/sticks for his annual hockey tournament haircut, Somerville Youth Hockey player, Jason Cassidy, decided to honor Boston with “B Strong.”

Poet Frances Donovan writes about the early spring. We are in May now–but this poem is definitely in the spirit of the season.

By Jim Clark

Congressman Edward J. Markey carried Somerville in the special state primary election held on Tuesday, overcoming rival Stephen F. Lynch for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by John Kerry.

Read the candidates statements previously published in The Somerville News

Democratic candidates speak to the voters

Republican candidates speak to the voters

Arrests:
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Keith Laporta, 26, of 199 Pearl St., #1, April 22, 10:17 a.m., arrested at 194 Pearl St. on warrant charges of receiving stolen property over $250 and felony daytime breaking and entering.

A juvenile, April 22, 11:22 a.m., arrested on warrant charges of receiving stolen property over $250, nighttime breaking and entering of a vehicle or boat, and threat to commit a crime.

Sponsored by Somerville City Hall and  the Somerville High School Health Career Students, Monday, May 6, 9 a.m to 2 p.m. at the Somerville High School, Field House,81 Highland Avenue.

– Photo by William Tauro

By William Tauro

Ten year old Somerville twins Lauren and Lindsay Ferraina were out raising money on Sycamore Street in Somerville to benefit the “One Fund Boston” charity with a lemonade stand outside their home Saturday Morning.