The Somerville Public Library has started closing its main branch for a couple of hours after school as concerns rose around the safety of staff and visitors, a development the city says “reflects broader systemic issues.”


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Originally Published: <time datetime="2024-08-29 17:07:19">August 29, 2024 at 5:07 p.m.</time>

The Somerville Public Library has started closing its main branch for a couple of hours after school as concerns rose around the safety of staff and visitors, a development the city says “reflects …{ai:summary}<p>The Somerville Public Library's main branch will now close for a few hours after school due to safety concerns for staff and visitors. City officials indicate this decision reflects larger systemic issues.  </p><p>#society</p>

Massachusetts cities, businesses adjusting after-school operations due to student misbehavior

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