Somerville Marks Four Years Without a Traffic Death

Somerville has gone four straight years without a single traffic fatality, a milestone highlighted this week in Boston Globe reporting picked up by the planning outlet Planetizen. The stretch stands out for a city frequently described as one of New England's most densely populated communities.

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"New England's densest city celebrates 4 years with no traffic deaths" credits Somerville with a rare run: four years with no fatal traffic crashes citywide, a notable mark given the city's tight, heavily trafficked street grid, according to Planetizen, which surfaced the Boston Globe's reporting. (read it at https://www.planetizen.com/news/2026/08/138228-new-englands-densest-city-celebrates-4-years-no-traffic-deaths)

"Popular Mexican Eatery Debuts + New Openings At Patriot Place: Food Week" rounds up new restaurant arrivals across the state, including a Mexican eatery debut, as part of a statewide dining roundup, according to Somerville Patch. (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/somerville/s/kmnzi/popular-mexican-eatery-debuts-new-openings-at-patriot-place-food-week)

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