THE FLOOD: MASS HAS A RUNOFF PROBLEM. WHAT’S BEING DONE?
Thanks to stormwater pollution, Dirty Water’s more than just a theme song. It’s a way of life.
SPECIAL FEATURE: SWAMPSCOTT VS. SHIMMY
The prosecution of Ernst Jean-Jacques Jr. on the North Shore is a clear example of a Black Lives Matter activist being targeted by local law enforcement. Without national attention on the case, authorities are playing by their own rules.
SOMERVILLE WIRE: July 20, 2021 WEEKLY ROUNDUP
A new Permit Tracking System, a search for new members of the Fair Housing and Anti-Displacement Task Force, and FabVille Advisory Board calls for new applicants
BUSINESS PROFILE: ROCOCO FLORAL
The Bow Market shop brings the aesthetic of 18th century French art to flower arrangements
UNION SQUARE RALLY CALLED IN SUPPORT OF INDIAN FARMERS
July 25 event will be held in support of farmers protesting agricultural laws
AS FEARLESS AS A MANGO
Artist creates pop-up poetry in Davis Square
SOMERVILLE WIRE: July 13, 2021 WEEKLY ROUNDUP
ArtBeat brings “Pop!” to Somerville, the West Branch Library reopens, and a Police Chief Selection Committee seeks members.
THE EVICTION MORATORIUM EXPIRATION DATE APPROACHES
Community leaders and nonprofits grapple with how to prepare for loss of housing.
CITY’S FREE TAXI SERVICE SUPPORTS TRAVEL DURING THE PANDEMIC
The program was established to help residents access food and health services.
MASS SPENT MILLIONS ON COVID CONSULTANTS TO RATIONALIZE LETTING EVICTION MORATORIUM EXPIRE
Documents obtained from state show contractors misrepresented expert predictions, saw sunshine around every corner