(from the Somerville Public Schools)

Cooling Centers open Monday at TAB, Ralph & Jenny Center
(from the city of Somerville)

Due to the forecast of high heat and humidity indices and poor air quality forecasts on Monday, June 28th, Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone has issued the following alert: "Please note that residents are advised to avoid exposure to the extreme heat whenever possible, to drink plenty of water and restrict unnecessary outdoor activity. On behalf of the Council on Aging, the Health Department and other city agencies, I would also like to request the public's assistance in checking on the welfare of family members and neighbors – especially senior citizens, young children, or those who have physical limitations – in order to ensure their continued safety. As always, if you experience a heat-related health or safety emergency, or you see anyone who needs assistance, please dial 911. Any resident – especially seniors – needing a cool place tomorrow should visit the City's air-conditioned Cooling Centers open on Holland Street and New Washington Street."

By William Tauro

Somerville Fire Department companies were dispatched to a fire at 111 Glenwood Road early Sunday evening. The multi-family dwelling was totally engulfed in flame. Firefighters battled the blaze and searched the premises for any occupants after rescuing a women that was trapped on the third floor.

No injuries were reported and the fire is under investigation.

Sajed Kamal with a solar cooker

By Ashley Taylor

On the weekend before the summer solstice – the longest day of the year – a Boston group that promotes solar energy hosted a celebration of the sun at the Community Growing Center on Vinal Ave.

People came to discuss solar energy with members of the Boston Area Solar Energy Association (BASEA), finding ways to become less dependent on fossil fuels is a matter of global discussion. BASEA believes that solar energy could be one solution to the problem of diminishing non-renewable resources. According to Sajed Kamal, a member of BASEA's board, one hour of sunlight has enough energy to power the entire world for a year. Yet globally, he says, barely seven percent of electricity comes from renewable resources. "The potential is practically untapped," he says.