Mayor Curtatone discusses Somerville’s more cautious approach to Phase 3 reopening, which has been put on pause until at least Monday, August 3.

As the weather continues to heat up the next few days, remember to follow these 10 #HeatSafety tips. You can find more info at somervillema.gov/keepcool.

1. Know the signs of heat-related illness. If you are experiencing headaches, dizziness, nausea, confusion, cramps, high body temperature, or a fast pulse, seek medical help immediately and move to a cooler place.

A photography exhibit by Somerville resident, Stan Eichner, illustrates the dynamic relationship between landscape photography and climate activism. Beginning on July 27, the exhibit, entitled Fighting For Our Planet, promotes an appreciation for the profound beauty of the world and underscores the critical importance of protecting our planet from thoughtless destruction, especially the current climate crisis.

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Citing concerns over metro region case numbers, state contact tracing weaknesses, and risk of new surge, Somerville postpones Phase 3 by at least another two weeks 

Somerville’s planned Phase 3 Step 1 business reopening is now on hold until at least Monday, August 3, as local officials grow increasingly concerned about potential impacts amid rising new case averages in the metro area and growing concerns about the efficacy of the state’s contact tracing program. Prior state guidelines limiting indoor and outdoor gatherings to no more than 10 persons will also remain in effect until at least August 3 as well. In collaboration with area businesses, the city has developed provisional enhanced safety requirements and guidelines for Phase 3 businesses, but their reopening will be put on hold.  

69 Berkeley St. , Somerville

By Marian Berkowitz

Spring weather has finally arrived, so once again I can begin contacting the owners who won a 2020 award from the Somerville Historic Preservation Commission for their efforts in preserving the exterior of some of Somerville’s older buildings.

By Jim Clark

A Somerville Police officer who was assigned to investigate the theft of a bicycle conducted an interview with the victim, at which time he was told that bicycle was locked at the bike rack in the courtyard of his apartment complex.

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

Originally published on November 19, 2011

Remember how we used to roll our eyes when our parents told us how they could see five movies, buy candy, soda and popcorn, ride the trolleys all day and still come home with change of a quarter? Well, let’s congratulate ourselves because we have officially become our parents.

[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”7″ display=”basic_slideshow” gallery_height=”300″ interval=”2000″ transition_speed=”100″]~Photos by Bobbie Toner and Doug Holder

The ArtBeat festival, presented by Somerville Arts Council, is normally scheduled as a one-day event that attracts some 10,000 people, runs this year from Friday, July 10 to Saturday, July 18 and features a mix of virtual performances and real life installations around Somerville.