Friday, July 4: Borough Hall will be closed on Independence Day. Please note garbage collection is suspended and will resume with extra pickup on Saturday.

Category: Borough News

Inclusive playground at Carol Pager Park

Exciting news for local families! Construction is officially underway on a brand-new inclusive playground at Carol Pager Park, located on 100 Green Street. Work began on Monday, June 2 and the playground is set to open this July. The playground features a poured in rubber surface and calm colored components that are designed to create … Continued

Road construction: June 9 to June 13

NJ American Water will continue installing a water main this week on Mountain Avenue, from Somerset Street to West End Avenue. Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, overnight, from 8 pm to 5 am. This work is part of the water main construction project.

Road construction updates: June 2 to June 6

UPDATE: Work hours on Mountain Avenue are overnight, from 8 pm to 5 am. NJ American Water will be installing a water main this week on Mountain Avenue, from Somerset Street to West End Avenue. Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, from 8 pm to 5 am. This work is part of the … Continued

Planning Board public hearing for affordable housing plan

The Somerville Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the draft 4th Round Housing Element and Fair Share Housing Plan at 6 pm, on May 28, 2025, at the Somerville Civic Center (24 Robeson Street, Somerville). Street parking is available on Robeson Street and Veterans Memorial Drive East. Livestream You may watch a livestream … Continued

Road construction updates: May 27 to May 30

NJ American Water is installing a water main on Veterans Memorial Drive, between Somerset Street and South Street. Expect minor traffic delays during working hours from 8 am to 4 pm. There won’t be any construction activities on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day). This work is part of the water main construction project.

2025 Memorial Day weekend

Celebrate Memorial Day weekend in downtown Somerville! Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming events, parking restrictions and road closures. Friday, May 23 6 to 9 pm Bring your own blankets and chairs and enjoy live music on Division Street! Saturday, May 24 5 to 9 pm The largest Cruise Night in the … Continued

2025 Memorial Day parade and ceremony

The Memorial Day Parade will start at 8:15 am at the corner of Culver Street and East High Street, make its way to the Fire Museum on N. Doughty Avenue, and down West Main Street to S. Bridge Street. Families participating in the Family Fun Ride may join the parade as it continues down S. … Continued

2025 Family Fun Ride

The 34th Annual Family Run Ride is your chance to ride on the famous Tour of Somerville bicycle race course! Date: Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day) Check-in time: 7:30 am Ride time: 8 to 8:30 am (before the Memorial Day parade and Tour of Somerville) Location: Starbucks (Davenport Street and Main Street) Please note, all participants must wear helmets … Continued

Road construction updates: May 19 to May 23

Please plan for road closures and traffic delays due to construction, from May 19 to May 23. NJ American Water crews will continue installing a water main on Veterans Memorial Drive West, between South Doughty Avenue and South Street. Expect minor traffic delays during working hours from 8 am to 4 pm. This work is … Continued

Road construction updates: May 12 to May 16

Please plan for road closures and traffic delays due to construction, from May 12 to May 16. NJ American Water crews will be installing a water main on Veterans Memorial Drive West, between South Doughty Avenue and South Street. Expect minor traffic delays during working hours from 8 am to 4 pm. This work is … Continued

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