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Susan Isla Tepper has been a writer for twenty-plus years and is the author of twelve published books of fiction and poetry, and seven stage plays. She writes in all genres, with stories, poems, interviews, essays, and opinion columns published extensively worldwide. Her new novel, titled Hair Of A Fallen Angel, was released by Spuyten Duyvil Publishing, NYC.

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The MBTA will continue work to install Green Line Train Protection System (GLTPS) infrastructure. When complete, GLTPS will add an extra level of safety as we install vehicle and wayside equipment that provides alerts, controls speeds, and prevents train-on-train collisions.   

UPDATE: RETURNED HOME SAFELY

Kylee ALMEIDA/LEBLANC, 12, has been missing since the morning of August 29, 2025. Last known location, Somerville MA. Lylee was last seen wearing white tank shirt, green and black camouflage flare jeans, black backpack, and a purse. Possible destination is Cambridge.

If Kylee is found, please contact the Somerville Police Department at 617-615-1212

Apply by September 24

Are you passionate about supporting the well-being of seniors in Somerville? The Somerville Council on Aging Board of Directors is actively seeking three new members, two of which must be age 60 or older, and we invite all eligible residents to consider applying.   

Assault
25051033: On 8/20/25 at approximately 4:44 p.m., Somerville Police responded to a business on Mystic Ave for report of juveniles comin

Assault
25050849: On 8/19/25 at approximately 8:44 p.m., Somerville Police responded to Broadway for report of an assault. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated while walking on Alewife Brook Pkwy, he was approached by a male party who punched him in the face.

Mayor Ballantyne and Rec Department invite community to annual fall celebration

Welcome the fall season with a day of fun for the whole family. Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and Somerville’s Parks and Recreation Department invite community members to the Fall Festival on Saturday, September 13, at Founders Memorial Rink (8 Garden Ct.) from 1 to 4 p.m. Fall Festival activities will be held indoors

Q: Are there any outside-of-the-box options for making a bit of extra money?
A: Yes—and some of them pay more than you’d expect. While part-time gigs are common, there are creative and legitimate ways to earn money that many people never consider!

City buildings will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day.

There will be no street sweeping on Monday September 1, 2025 and all trash, recycling, and yard waste collection services will be delayed by one day.

Visit www.somervillema.gov/trash-and-recycling for all pickup information