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Info session at Tufts University for Medford/Somerville region resources for infrastructure projects
On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s Federal Funds and Infrastructure Office (FFIO) will host an information and listening session for local officials and organizations at Tufts University to learn about how the Healey-Driscoll Administration can support local infrastructure projects. Director of Federal Funds and Infrastructure Quentin Palfrey will provide an overview of state and federal funding opportunities, technical assistance resources, and matching funds available for municipalities, nonprofits, and other Massachusetts entities.
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Arrest
25030911: On 6/3/25 at approximately 9:35 p.m., Somerville Police responded to Elm St. for a check condition. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the male, who stated he was suffering from complications from his dialysis treatments. Officers began walking with him to the bus station and were then approached by another male party who spat on the male and the officer. Officers stopped the suspect, and he was placed under arrest.
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Temporary closures to take place June 16-17
The city is installing new lighting on unlit parts of the community path extension.
As part of this work, city contractors will need to temporarily close the path at these locations:
- Monday, June 16: Walnut Street to Cross Street
- Tuesday, June 17: East Somerville MBTA Station to Poplar Street
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Programs scheduled throughout June to honor Black voices, heritage, and resilience
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Department of Racial and Social Justice (RSJ) invite community members to celebrate Juneteenth in Somerville by joining in events happening throught the month of June that explore an array of experiences and perspectives.
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Special reading of Frederick Douglass’ famous speech at 5:30 p.m. followed by community celebration with music, food vendors, and fireworks
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Arts Council invite community members to the annual Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration at Trum Field (541 Broadway) on Wednesday, June 25, starting at 5:30 p.m. (rain date: Friday, June 27, 5:30 p.m.).
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“For the past several weeks, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials have been entering some of our communities and arresting residents. ICE has stated that they are prioritizing the removal of people who pose a threat to public safety. However, increasingly, ICE is arresting bystanders with no criminal record and removing so-called ‘collaterals’ without regard to the impact on our communities.”
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The gun buyback program coming Saturday, June 28, at the Department of Public Works.
The Somerville Police Department and the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office will partner to host the Somerville gun buy back initiative Saturday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will take place on Franey Rd. adjacent to the Somerville Department of Public Works yard, 1 Franey Rd. The regional initiative includes several communities in the Middlesex County over the past couple of years. The focus is on providing residents with a safe and secure way of removing unwanted firearms from their homes.
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For Pride month, Mayor Katjana Ballantyne checks in with LGBTQ+ Services Coordinator Izzy Starr and Somerville Public Library’s Head of Circulation Laura Morgan to discuss a variety of topics, including queer-centric happenings at the SPL and in the city of Somerville.
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