The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced its service updates, which go into effect on Sunday, December 14.

Among these updates, 21 bus routes in total will increase frequency, with ten of those being upgraded to operate every 15 minutes or better. This is part of the larger Better Bus program aimed at improving the bus routes system wide.

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Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, and the Somerville Parks and Urban Forestry Division (PSUF), and community members celebrate the completion of an important accessibility project bringing 10 new inclusive swings to playgrounds across Somerville, increasing the percentage of city parks with inclusive swings from 39% to 83%.

’Tis the season for community cheer. Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Arts Council (SAC) invite the Somerville community to join in the City’s 2025 holiday celebrations. Once again, the City Hall concourse will be aglow with festive Christmas tree and menorah lighting events that will include snacks, refreshments, entertainment, and gifts for children.

I am so sorry to hear of Charles Coe’s death. He died in his home in Cambridge from a heart attack. I first interviewed him for a small South End magazine, and since then I have read, served on the NEPC Board with him, reviewed him, and was on a panel with him to select the Somerville Poet Laureate. Here is an interview I conducted with him years ago… Fine man, poet, teacher, performer, activist and citizen…
— Doug Holder

Q: Why do people say that “health is the greatest wealth”?

A: Because no amount of money can guarantee good health—but poor health can quietly drain your finances!

The City of Somerville is seeking four new volunteer members to join the Somerville Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC). These vacancies are for volunteer members who are passionate about local pedestrian and/or transit issues.

Host, Sarah Fishman speaks with Ward 2 councilor, Jefferson Thomas “JT” Scott.

By Alyssa Buford

On November 13th, the Somerville Commission for Women held a virtual meeting moderated by commissioner Jennifer Harrington and Racial-Social Justice Head Leonor Galindo. The commissioners, volunteers appointed by Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, work with the city staff liaison to advise the city on policy as well as coordinate projects, initiatives, and outreach on behalf of women in the community since they were established via a city ordinance in 1988.