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Heat Advisory Ends, but 90s Last the Weekend
August 8, 2026
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Heat Advisory Ends But Hot Weekend Risk Remains
The National Weather Service's Heat Advisory for Somerville covered Thursday and Friday, Aug. 6-7, with feels-like temperatures reaching 100 degrees. The advisory does not extend past Friday, but the city says feels-like temperatures are still expected above 90 through the weekend and into Monday. Officials urge residents to limit midday outdoor activity, drink plenty of water, never leave children or pets in vehicles, and cool off in air-conditioned city buildings, including public libraries during regular hours.
City of Somerville
Somerville Democratic Committee Airs Legislative Debate Videos
The Somerville Media Center posted recordings of the Aug. 1 candidate debates for the 2nd Middlesex Senate, 27th Middlesex House, and 34th Middlesex House races ahead of the Sept. 1 state primary.
The Somerville Times
Somerville Police Crime Log Reports Assaults at Assembly Row and Alewife
A police log covering July 30-Aug. 3 reported an armed shoplifter brandishing a knife at Assembly Row, a firearm display at another Assembly Row business, and an assault on Alewife Brook Parkway.
Somerville Patch
CultureHouse HQ Hosts Summer Club Fair in Union Square
CultureHouse HQ hosts a Summer Club Fair today, Aug. 8, from 2-4 p.m., connecting Union Square residents with civic groups, climbing clubs, and environmental organizations.
Eventbrite
Electronic Duo NITE Performs Live at Warehouse XI
Electronic duo NITE performs live tonight at Warehouse XI in Union Square, with doors opening at 8 p.m.
StubHub
Shrinky Dinks Craft Workshop at Somerville Public Library
The Central Branch on Highland Avenue hosts a no-registration 'Shrinky Dinks!' charm-making workshop today from 2:30-4:30 p.m., recommended for kids age 8 and older.
Somerville Public Library
Demolition Approved for Decaying Historic Properties on Medford St
The Somerville Historic Preservation Commission approved demolition of three deteriorating, 75-year-old structures at 60-64 Medford St., 9 Norwood Ave., and 282-284 McGrath Highway.
Cambridge | Somerville Independent
All She Wrote Books Hosts Drag Story Time for Kids
All She Wrote Books hosts a children's story hour today at 10 a.m., with author Eric Rosswood and drag performer Lee Le Putian reading 'A Place to Dance.'
All She Wrote Books
Organ Donation Advocates to Gather at City Hall
New England Donor Services will join local advocates and Mayor Jake Wilson at Somerville City Hall on Tuesday, Aug. 11 to share donor stories and raise organ donation awareness.
Somerville Patch
REUNION Christian Church Hosts Summer Potluck
REUNION Christian Church hosts a community potluck and backyard barbecue at a member's home today at 3:30 p.m.
REUNION Christian Church
Registration Closing for Youth Summer Ultimate League
Parents have until Monday, Aug. 10 to register children in grades 1-5 for the Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance's weekly summer pickup scrimmage program behind Somerville High School.
Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance
Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Runs This Morning
Somerville's monthly Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off runs today from 9 a.m. to noon at the DPW yard, accepting motor oil, aerosol paint, household chemicals, and rechargeable batteries.
City of Somerville
Em Wise Plays Farewell Boston Show at The Burren
Em Wise plays a farewell Boston show today from 6-9 p.m. at The Burren, with guest artists Cyan Sueño and Nala on the Moon.
City of Somerville
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