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Somerville Firms Win Recycling-Reuse Grants

The Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded $1.1 million in Waste Reduction Innovation Grants Tuesday, including $100,000 for Hera Materials and $50,000 for Second Structure, both based in Somerville.

Aug 26 · The Somerville Times →

Somerville Climatetech Startups Win State Tax Incentives

The state announced $27.2 million in MassCEC tax incentives Monday, including funding to help Somerville companies Form Energy, Eden Geopower, and Vertical Semiconductor grow.

Aug 25 · The Somerville Times →

Somerville Hosts Virtual Small Business Office Hours Thursday

City economic development, licensing, and inspectional services staff hold virtual office hours Thursday, Aug. 27, from 4 to 5 p.m. to help entrepreneurs with permit and licensing questions.

Aug 25 · City of Somerville →

Rosebud Diner's Closure Drags On in Davis Square Under Licensing Rebuke

The historic Rosebud Diner on Summer Street remains closed indefinitely after the city cut its liquor license to zero hours pending real estate negotiations.

Aug 23 · Hoodline →

Goofs Comedy Club Searches for Larger Venue in Somerville

After rapid growth and over 400 five-star reviews in two years, Goofs Comedy Club's owners announced August 20 that they're seeking a larger space to expand.

Aug 23 · The Somerville Times →

Vinal Bakery's Tuesday Burger Night draws big crowds

A report published Monday, Aug. 17, highlights the popularity of Vinal Bakery's weekly summer Tuesday night burger specials, which draw dozens of residents.

Aug 21 · Cambridge Day →

Lyndell's Bakery Announces Move Down Broadway After 70+ Years

Lyndell's Bakery, Somerville's longest-running scratch bakery since 1882, announced Aug. 19 that it will relocate down Broadway to a new, modernized facility in the coming months.

Aug 20 · The Somerville Times →

Job Creation Trust Reviews Linkage Fees and RFPs

The Job Creation and Retention Trust meets tonight at 6:30 p.m. at 167-169 Holland St. and via Zoom to review 2026 linkage fees, its RFP schedule, and conversations with employers and the Somerville Chamber of Commerce.

Aug 20 · City of Somerville →

Curiosity Brewing Co. to open taproom and cafe in Davis Square

Curiosity Brewing Co. plans to open a craft brewery, taproom and espresso bar on Day Street in Davis Square.

Aug 18 · Boston Restaurant Talk →

HEX Ferments leads kraut-making demo at Fermentation Festival

HEX Ferments founders Meaghan and Shane Carpenter led a kraut-making demonstration and talk on scaling traditional fermentation at Arts at the Armory.

Aug 16 · Somerville Patch →

Wine tasting explores New England winemaking at Armory

A 21+ tasting at Arts at the Armory's Parma Chai Gallery featured Eliot Martin of Marzae Wines discussing grapes, fermentation, and local wine production.

Aug 16 · Somerville Patch →

Korean-inspired Kima Cafe coming to Union Square

Kima Cafe is set to open in mid-September 2026 at 75 Bow Street, the former Fortissimo Coffeehouse space in Union Square, offering Korean and other Asian-inspired dishes.

Aug 15 · Boston Restaurant Talk →

Million-dollar lottery ticket sold at Broadway market

Medford resident Nadal Blanc won a $1 million scratch-ticket prize purchased August 14 at 350 Food Mart on Broadway, earning the store a $10,000 bonus.

Aug 15 · Somerville Patch →

Small-Business Office Hours Run Virtually Today

Somerville's virtual Small Business Office Hours run Thursday, Aug. 13 from 4 to 5 p.m., giving business owners a chance to speak with Economic Development, Licensing, and ISD staff.

Aug 13 · City of Somerville →

Today: Neighborhood Meeting Set on 220-222 Broadway Hours

Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin hosts a virtual meeting tonight at 6 p.m. on proposed extended hours at 220 Broadway, with a Mission Hill Donuts/Dunkin' representative attending.

Aug 12 · City of Somerville →

Ebi Sushi and Tsurumen Partner to Open New Restaurant in Union Square

Ebi Sushi is relocating to the 10 Prospect St. development in Union Square, where its owners will also partner with Tsurumen's founder to open a ramen restaurant, Dashizen, later this year.

Aug 10 · The Boston Home Team →

Somerville Climate Tech Startups Win MassCEC Grants

Somerville-based FORGE and Greentown Labs each received $120,000 from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center's Innovation Ecosystem Program, part of over $1.3 million awarded to Cambridge and Somerville startups.

Aug 3 · Cambridge Day →

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