Tufts Alumnus Wins Nobel Prize in Economics

What the Blogs Have Been Saying on Somerville Patch

Recent blogs on Somerville Patch talk about National Poetry Slam results, animals up for adoption, fitness advice, information about an "Obamacare" scam and 21 fun facts about dogs.

Pet of the Week: Haagen Dazs, an Adorable Dachshund-Mix

You can adopt Haagan Dazs from the Animal Rescue League of Boston in the South End.

Where to Go Apple Picking Near Somerville

Here are five places to go apple picking near Somerville.

This Week on 'Greater Somerville': East Somerville Foodie Crawl (Which is Sept. 18)

Renee Polcaro of East Somerville Main Streets talks about the Foodie Crawl on Lower Broadway, taking place Sept. 18.

PHOTOS: Eleven Years Later, Somerville Remembers September 11

The city held its annual candlelight procession to the 9/11 Memorial in Davis Square.

Would This Happen in Somerville? Refusing to Accept EBT Cards at Farmers Market

A pie vendor refuses to accept EBT cards at a farmers market in Braintree. What do you think?

Nearly 200K Herring Make First Migratory Run Up Mystic River Since Civil War

A new "fish ladder" allows herring into their favorite spawning location.

'Super Hero Farmers Market' in Union Square Aug. 25

Local cartoonist Honolulu Dogfight designed the characters, and kids are encouraged to dress as superheroes.

Watch: 'Greater Somerville's' Mid-Summer Wrap-Up of Somerville News

Hosts KyAnn Anderson and Joe Lynch discuss IKEA, Wal-Mart, the Somerville Progressive Charter School, Maxwell's Green and more.

YOUR TURN: Somerville's Worst Drivers?

If it were up to you, where would you set up Somerville's latest speed trap?

Ron and Riley: A Somerville Resident and His Greyhound

Ron Mesard adopted a former racing greyhound and said the animal is a great apartment dog.

Heat Advisory Issued for Somerville

Heat index values expected to top 100 degrees.

Photos and Video of Somerville's 2012 Fireworks

Couldn't make it to Thursday night's Independence Day fireworks in Somerville? See what you missed here.

Abandoned Dog Chained to Pole on Morrison Avenue, Information Sought

Someone chained Carter to a utility pole and left a short note written on a matchbook.

As First Church Somerville Turns 100, a Capital Campaign for Repairs

The church hopes to raise $750,000 in three years, according to an announcement. It launches its capital campaign with pledges of $400,000.

'The Davis Flea' Begins Sunday

The new Davis Square flea market will feature "the highest quality of reused, repurposed, and recycled wares for you to explore."

Carnaval in East Somerville to Feature Live Music, Food, Parade

Carnaval festivities will happen Sunday, rain or shine. The street party is from 12 to 4 p.m. There will be some road closures.

Somerville Book Sale This Weekend

Friends of the Somerville Public Library holds its spring book sale this weekend. There's a sneak-peek at the collection Thursday night for members of the organization.

Cardinal O'Malley Celebrates Saint Clement's 100th Anniversary [PHOTOS]

On Sunday, the archbishop of Boston performed mass at Saint Clement Parish, which was established in 1912 to serve the Somerville and Medford communities.

Somerville Garden Club on 'Greater Somerville'

Miss Tuesday's "Greater Somerville" about gardening in the city? Check it out here.

Tonight on 'Greater Somerville': How to Get a Community Garden Plot and More

Somerville Garden Club's President Teresa McGowan and Public Relations Director Lisa Dezmelyk are on the show Tuesday night.

Somerville Couples Featured Friday Night in 20/20s 'Strange Arrangements: The New Sex'

ABC's 20/20 follows two married couples from Somerville who have kids and open marriages.

Watch: 12-Year-Old Destiny Augustine Promotes Elizabeth Peabody House on 'Greater Somerville'

Augustine appeared on the show with Clennon King to discuss the organization's upcoming awards ceremony.

Photo: Dennis Cataldo at American Cancer Society Gala

The Somerville ambulance executive helped support the cancer society's "Hope Lodge" in Boston, which provides housing for patients and care givers

Somerville Spring Cleanup Saturday Morning

It's time for a spring cleaning. The cleanup will be followed by a BBQ at Blessing of the Bay Boat House.

The Somerville Man Behind One of Boston's Most Important Newsletters

James Campano has spent his life keeping the memory of Boston's West End, lost to "urban renewal," alive.

Photos: Patriots Day in Somerville, Paul Revere Visits Colonial Fair

Children played colonial games and met a famous historical figure.

Tom Hanks is Neutered, 7 Months Old, and He Likes Treats

This week's pet of the week is a young pit bull mix with lots of energy.

Somerville Sophomore Performs at Carnegie Hall with BC High Choir

John Dres of Somerville was one of 84 high school students to perform at the famed music hall.

Somerville to Celebrate 237th Patriots Day with Colonial Games, Refreshments

Also, Paul Revere will visit on horseback.

Somerville Youth 'Kick Butts' in Effort to End Tobacco Use

The young Somervillians pointed out that 85 percent of Somerville High School students DO NOT smoke.

Elizabeth Peabody House Seeks 'Champions' of Children and Families for Awards

The organization will give awards to people who are dedicated to helping children and immigrant families, and it's looking for nominations by April 16.

Somerville Family Chosen for HuffPo 'Greatest Person of the Day' Honors

The Brian Higgins Foundation has been supporting special needs causes, large and small, for 10 years.

Update: 34-Year-Old Somerville Chemist Wins $250K from Mega Millions Ticket

Robert Yu, 34, of Somerville, opted to take the $175,000 lump-sum payment, according to the Massachusetts State Lottery.

Last Chance: Softball Registration and Tryouts

Interested in playing softball this year? You have one last chance to register, today at 6 p.m.

Gwen Stefani Wants to Be Your Friend (and Eat Your Food)

Gwen is athletic and energetic, but she doesn't like cats.

Tufts Names New Provost

David R. Harris comes from Cornell University and previously served as a deputy assistant secretary in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Wife of Tibetan 'Prisoner of Conscience' Speaks in Davis Square Tonight

Lhamo Tso, wife of imprisoned Tibetan filmmaker Dhondup Wangchen, speaks to Amnesty International tonight.

Tonight on 'Greater Somerville': Outgoing Somerville Journal Editor Jillian Fennimore

Fennimore is moving to the American Red Cross.