Somerville breweries Portico Brewing and Remnant Brewing have been recognized as “green beverage producers” by the recently launched BetterBev Recognition program. The distinctions are being awarded by the UMass Boston Green Brewery Project as part of a coalition of New England states receiving support from Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pollution Prevention (P2) Grants. Just 50 or so of the region’s more than 600 breweries have earned recognition so far.

Jewish-themed restaurant Lehrhaus is open for dining, drinks, and culture at 425 Washington Street in Somerville.

By Joei Chan

Step into a brand-new restaurant, Lehrhaus. Located on 425 Washington Street in Somerville, this is not just a place to enjoy some Jewish delights; classes will also be available to teach anyone more about the Jewish culture of food, music, and even some history.

The City of Somerville and the SOIA celebrated the Nepali New Year by raising the National Flag of Nepal at the City Hall on April 12.

MBTA General Manager and CEO Phillip Eng welcomed Autism Transit Project Founder Jonathan Trichter, local children with autism spectrum disorder, and their families before an exclusive tour of the MBTA’s Operations Control Center today. Complimentary photo by the MBTA Customer and Employee Experience Department.

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is pleased to announce its first-ever involvement in the Autism Transit Project, an initiative that empowers children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to create public service announcements for transit systems across the country. In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month during April, starting today and through mid-May, the MBTA will play public announcements created by local children with ASD in stations across the system. The MBTA joins other transit agencies in this meaningful project organized by the Autism Transit Project, a 501c3 non-profit organization. 

On Monday, April 15, the City of Somerville celebrated Patriots’ Day outdoors and in person at Foss Park. The celebration featured a reenactment of Paul Revere’s famous ride from Boston to Lexington, which happened to pass right through Somerville! Attendees enjoyed period-appropriate refreshments and colonial games. — Photos by Claudia Ferro

L to R:  Assistant Chief Sean Tierney, John Tivinis, Sergio Rodriguez, Nicholas Cantone, Derek Doane, William Deeks, Jack Haigis and Chief Charles Breen. ~ Photos courtesy of Somerville FD

Six new Firefighters were appointed to the Somerville Fire Department at the April 11th City Council Meeting. The new Firefighters are: Derek Doane, Jack Haigis, John Tivinis, Nicholas Cantone, William Deeks and Sergio Rodriguez. In addition, District Chief Kenneth Silva was promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief.

Thursday, April 18 , 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. by  Zoom

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

Recreational marijuana stores are popping up all over the city. Ball Square, Davis Square and East Somerville to name a few. I surveyed people from around the city on their feelings toward this. Each new comment is in quotes.

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, and the City of Somerville Municipal Scholarship Committee are reminding Somerville residents graduating high school in 2024 to apply now for five municipal scholarship opportunities. Selected applicants will receive $1,000 to help with post-secondary education expenses.