Menorah Lighting, December 15

On December 15, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Community members are invited to a ceremonial Menorah Lighting. Enjoy traditional songs and sing-alongs. Special gifts will be available for children and light refreshments will be served. The Menorah will be lit each night of Hanukkah.

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Apply today for creative space at Somerville’s Armory

On December 14, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

All creative disciplines encouraged to apply for open spaces now through March 11, 2026

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is announcing that the City is now accepting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from arts and creative enterprises interested in leasing space at the City-owned Armory at 191 Highland Ave.

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Somerville Police public service announcement: Package thefts

On December 13, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

As the holidays approach, package thefts are likely to rise. Over the past few months, there have been 22 package thefts reported in Somerville.

Please see the ways to prevent package thefts:

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Money Map Tip of the Week

On December 13, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
Q: Have you ever heard of Occam’s Razor—and what does it have to do with your money?

A: Occam’s Razor is the idea that the simplest solution is usually the best one
. And when it comes to personal finance, simplicity is often the fastest path to clarity, consistency, and long‑term success!

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Obituary: Dorothy ‘Dot’ Iacopucci

On December 13, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Dorothy ‘Dot’ Iacopucci, 99, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Concord Hospital in Concord, NH.

The long and rich legacy of Dorothy began on February 6, 1926, when Dorothy Marie Ross was born in Boston, MA, to her loving parents Walter J. and Mary Ellen (McCarthy) Ross.

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Jingle Bell Run & Walk, December 14, expect brief traffic delays

On December 13, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

This Sunday, December 14, the annual Jingle Bell Run & Walk will take place in and around Davis Square. Expect brief traffic delays and temporary road closures mid-morning to midday.

Beginning around 9 a.m., detours will be set up to accommodate the starting line on Elm Street in Davis Square. Please observe posted signage.

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Obituary: Carol A. (McKenna) Antonelli

On December 12, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Carol A. (McKenna) Antonelli, of Medford, passed away on December 11, 2025, surrounded by the love of her husband Richard and daughter Kara, she was just 67. Born and raised in Somerville, Carol was the youngest of eight children born to Evelyn and James McKenna. 

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Just-In-Time Initiative hosts fundraiser December 14

On December 12, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley

Silent auction to support families impacted by homicide and unexpected trauma featuring Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley

On Sunday, December 14, The Just-In-Time Initiative will bring together families, survivors, community leaders, and supporters for a deeply meaningful fundraiser and silent auction from 3 to 7 p.m. at La Fábrica Restaurant, 450 Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge.

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The Somerville Police have taken two recent reports in which elderly victims responded to alerts on their computers and were then instructed to use their bank savings to buy gold bars to “protect their assets.”

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