Somerville’s Risk Level Remains at Moderate Level

The Somerville Health and Human Services Department is sharing that Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) officials today announced the season’s ninth human case of West Nile virus (WNV) diagnosed in a man in his 50s with exposure in Middlesex County.

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Vote Early in Somerville’s Municipal Election

On October 27, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Make your voice heard, on your schedule. Early voting for the City of Somerville’s Municipal Election begins next week from October 28 to 30.

Early Voting Schedule: 

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Vigil will be held Tuesday, October 28, at 6 p.m. at Somernova
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, the Somerville Commission for Women, RESPOND, Inc., and the Department of Racial and Social Justice (RSJ) invite residents to attend the City’s annual Domestic Violence Vigil on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. This annual vigil is dedicated to commemorating the lives lost to domestic violence in the past year, recognizing the strength of survivors, and renewing our community’s shared commitment to eradicating domestic violence.

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Somerville Police Crime Log October 14 – 20

On October 26, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
Residential Breaking and Entering
25064383: On 10/15/25 at approximately 2:40 p.m., Somerville Police responded to a residence on Broadway for a report of a breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the residents, who stated a male party had entered their apartment and stolen numerous belongings.

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Ghost Stories of Somerville Haunts

On October 25, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times


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City Councilor at Large, Kristen Strezo speaks with Melissa Gay of The Somerville Museum about strange and curious moments at some of the city’s famous haunts.

 

SomerStreets: Monster Mash 2025

On October 25, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times


— Photos by Bobbie Toner

Somerville’s biggest spooky party returned to Union Square last Sunday with SomerStreets: Monster Mash. Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of activities, food, music, and more.

 

Money Map Tip of the Week

On October 25, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Q: Are there any tax breaks for tips under the new 2025 tax law—and what should I know about them?

A: Yes! If you work in a job where tips are common—like food service, salons, or hospitality—the new One Big Beautiful Bill tax law offers a unique opportunity: up to $25,000 of your reported tips can be deducted from your federal income taxes for tax years 2025 through 2028.

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Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward 4 Councilor Jesse Clingan, and city staff invite you to a virtual community meeting to learn more about flood relief and water quality improvement efforts planned for Winter Hill, Ten Hills, and the surrounding neighborhood.

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Somerville Food Waste Collection Pilot now accepting applications

On October 24, 2025, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Office of Sustainability (OSE) are announcing that applications are now being accepted for households in East Somerville to join Somerville’s Food Waste Collection Pilot Program.

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