Somerville Coronavirus Update: Cases Rise To 158

SOMERVILLE, MA — The number of positive cases of the coronavirus in Somerville continues to rise. As of Tuesday, April 7, there were 158 confirmed cases in the city, according to health officials' latest numbers.

Fifty-eight coronavirus patients in Somerville have recovered, and one person has died.

On Tuesday, city officials canceled all Somerville-sponsored or permitted events and large public gatherings through June. This includes the city's annual Fourth of July fireworks, PorchFest and early SomerStreets festivals.

Somerville also extended the deadline on property and excise taxes and water bills. Property tax bills, which were originally due May 1, may now be paid by June 29 without interest or penalty. For excise tax and water bills, the Treasury Department will not charge any interest or penalties for bills with a due date of March 10 or later, as long as they are paid by June 29.

However, because taxes and water and sewer fees fund essential services, residents and homeowners who are able to pay on time are encouraged to do so.