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🌱 How a late-night county SUV crash shook downtown Somerville

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In today's newsletter:

  • How a late-night county SUV crash shook downtown Somerville
  • Planning to bid on Somerville’s latest school HVAC project? Deadlines loom
  • How Somerville’s Revolutionary flag history shapes this summer’s patriotic display request

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Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 94 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny; hot, less humid, temps: high: 93, low: 60.
  • Sunday: Hot; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Top Somerset law enforcement official faces crash charges (nj1015.com) — A senior Somerset County law enforcement official has been criminally charged after allegedly crashing a county SUV into parked cars on South Bridge Street near East Main in downtown Somerville, injuring two people. He’s been suspended without pay while an outside prosecutor investigates the late‑night March incident, and additional assault-by-auto charges have now been filed. Residents may notice ongoing legal proceedings and scrutiny of county leadership.
   

2. Bid Notice - HVAC System Replacement at Two Classrooms at Somerville Middle School (tapinto.net) — Contractors have a new opportunity in Somerville: the school district is seeking bids to replace HVAC systems in two Somerville Middle School classrooms, with a prebid meeting on June 17 and sealed bids due June 30. The notice details required classifications, bonding, prevailing wage rules, and registration so qualified firms can compete for this local public-works project.
   

3. Somerville Encourages Residents and Businesses to Display American Flag During 250th Anniversary Celebration (tapinto.net) — Somerville officials are asking residents and businesses to proudly fly the American flag from Flag Day, June 14, through Independence Day as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Tied to the National Flag Foundation’s “Light to Unite” campaign, the effort highlights Somerville’s Revolutionary War-era flag history at Middlebrook and Wallace House while encouraging illuminated flags or red, white, and blue lighting on July 4.
   

4. Skyland Conference 2026 All-Division baseball honorees unveiled (cjsportsradio.com) — Somerville baseball fans can celebrate several local players earning 2026 Skyland Conference All‑Division honors, with Somerville athletes recognized on the first, second, and honorable mention teams. The extensive list highlights standout performers from across Somerset and neighboring counties, underscoring how competitive the conference has become. It’s a handy rundown of which names to watch on the diamond next season.
   

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