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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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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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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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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.
— 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.
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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The controversial issue of autonomous vehicle usage was one among many topics covered by the city’s Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee at its recent meeting.
By Jordan Pagkalinawan
On October 16, the Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee met to discuss autonomous vehicles from MassDOT’s perspective, review the updated design proposal for the Western Pearl Street project, hear an update on improvements to the Community Path, and nominate members to one-year officer terms.
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