Richard J. (67) Hoey of Braintree, MA (formerly of Somerville, MA), passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Devoted father of Margaret “Maggie” Hoey of La Jolla, CA and Richard “Ricky” B. Hoey of Providence, RI (both formerly of Braintree). Loving brother of William Hoey of Lynnfield, MA, Marie Cimetti of Scituate, MA, Judith Chisholm of Plymouth, MA, Carol Anderson and Teresa Kupris, both of Braintree, MA, Noreen Farrar of Brookline, MA, Gail Garda of Hampton Falls, NH, Elaine Kelly of West Point, VA, and Robert Hoey of Somerville, MA. Predeceased by his parents, William Hoey of Bourne, MA and Hazel Hoey of Somerville, MA, and siblings, Ruth Perry of Tewksbury, MA and Charles Hoey of Brighton, MA. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

The winning design is “Option 3,” featuring a green and dark gray paint scheme along the body of the vehicle, green doors, and a white and navy blue lower running strip.

Riders were invited to select one of three exterior paint designs for the new cars through an online survey that was available from October 2 to October 13. MBTA employees were also asked to provide their feedback.

The MBTA today announced the exterior paint design of the new Green Line Type 10 “supercars,” which was selected by a majority of respondents to an online survey hosted by the MBTA. Riders were invited to select one of three exterior paint designs for the new cars through the survey, which was available from October 2 to October 13, 2023. MBTA employees were also asked to provide their feedback. More than 16,300 responses were received with the winning design receiving 9,566 votes.

Historic Preservation Commission leads a tour throughout the City with the mission of making Fluffernutter sandwiches.

Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) proudly marks half a century of championing independence and dignity. In this spirit, we’re thrilled to present The Future of Aging Forum on October 19.

“This forum serves as a spotlight on the evolving landscape of aging in Massachusetts,” said SCES CEO Marta Corvelo. “It’s a platform for dynamic conversations on the role of technology, social connectivity, and innovative collaborations in enhancing health, equity, and self-reliance. We envision this assembly as the ignition spark for a broader, continuous dialogue on co-creating a more enriching future for aging.”

On Saturday afternoon, a vehicle drove into the front door of Walgreens at 343 Broadway.  The store will be closed until the damage is repaired. No injuries were reported.

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward 7 City Councilor Judy Pineda Neufeld, and City staff invite you to a virtual community meeting about transportation safety improvements on Broadway between Clarendon Avenue and Alewife Brook Parkway (West Broadway). The meeting will take place Monday, October 23, at 6:00 p.m. on Zoom.

The 14th Annual Somerville Winter Farmers Market will be hosted at the Center for Arts at the Armory, beginning on November 4.

The Center for Arts at the Armory (CAA) announces that it will host and manage the 14th Annual Somerville Winter Farmers Market (SWFM) every Saturday beginning November 4 through April 6.

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Candidate Benjamin Murphy is interviewed for the position of Chief for the Somerville Police Department.