Cambridge Public Library Director's Update

The Cambridge Public Library (CPL) has recently released its Strategic Framework, which contains our updated mission, vision, and values.

Fire Prevention Week Is October 4-10, 2020. Serve Up Fire Safety In The Kitchen

According to NFPA, cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries in the United States.

New Benefit Verification Letters

Now, more information is available on your Benefit Verification letter

Cambridge Board Vote Regarding Licensing Fees

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Message From City Of Cambridge's Director

'Our CPL book groups, including those at the branches, are starting to meet virtually this fall.'

City Of Cambridge Publishes Amended Hybrid Lottery Policy

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Public Comment Period For Supplemental CARES Act Funding In Cambridge

The City expects to receive additional funding of $1,256,118 in CDBG and $2,286,869 in ESG CARES Act funding.

Cambridge Police Daily Log - September 23, 2020

A Cambridge resident came to the police station to report larceny by check as he applied for a job online and the company sent him a check.

Members Sought For Cambridge Public Art Commission

The application deadline is Friday, October, 23, 2020.

Cambridge Conservation Commission Members Sought

Cambridge City Manager Louis A. DePasquale is seeking to fill a vacancy on the Cambridge Conservation Commission.

Message From City Of Cambridge's Director

The next Virtual STEAM Story Time will be on September 23.

Take The 2020 City Of Cambridge Resident Opinion Survey

The online survey will be open from September 14 until October 5.

GIS Data Download Updates From City Of Cambridge

The download files for the following layers have been updated with the latest data edits.

Message From City Of Cambridge's Director

'You do not need to make an appointment to pick up your materials at any branch location. Pickups will take place outside the branch.'

Cambridge Residents Can Get Help To Complete 2020 US Census

The Census Bureau will offer assistance in multiple languages for those who have questions or need help completing their 2020 Census.

City Of Cambridge Releases 2020 State Primary Official Results

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Cambridge City Seizes Opportunity To Provide Testing To Residents

This strong partnership with the City, Broad Institute, and Pro EMS has continued to provide testing throughout Cambridge to this very day.

City Of Cambridge Amends Temporary Emergency Restrictions On Public Meetings And Events Until October 4

All prior approvals for events or gatherings are revoked.

Voting In Person On Primary Election Day In Cambridge

Signage will also be posted to help voters find their temporary polling sites.

Early Voting For Primary Election In City Of Cambridge Ends On August 28

Voters must go to one of the designated early voting locations listed below.

Information For September 1 Primary Election In City Of Cambridge

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Vote-By-Mail Ballots For Primary Election Deadline Is September 1 In City Of Cambridge

Remember, you can drop off your vote-by-mail ballot at 51 Inman Street using the ballot dropbox on election day until 8 p.m. sharp.

Vote-By-Mail Ballot Applications Due By 5 P.M. On August 26

Place your vote-by-mail ballot application in the dropbox located outside of 51 Inman Street.

Residents Sought For Board Vacancy On Cambridge Human Rights Commission

The Cambridge Human Rights Commission seeks Cambridge residents representing the diversity of Cambridge.

City Of Cambridge Partners Will ‘All In Energy’ To Help Renters And Owners Save Money And Energy During Coronavirus

The partnership is now expanding to engage landlords, as well renters, to help them access energy-saving services for their buildings.

Notice Of Advance Removal Of Ballots For State Primary In City Of Cambridge

Due to coronavirus, all city buildings are open to the public by appointment only.

Notice Of Advance Depositing Of Ballots For State Primary In City Of Cambridge

Due to coronavirus, all city buildings are open to the public by appointment only.

Cambridge Voters Can Register For State Primary Until August 22

Staff will be located outside to assist anyone wanting to register to vote.

Cambridge Election Commission Announces Temporary Relocation Of 14 Polling Sites In Response To Coronavirus Pandemic

If a voter’s polling site has been relocated, the new polling location will be based in the same ward and precinct or near.

Temporary Relocation Of Polling Sites In City Of Cambridge

The temporary location will be in the same ward and precinct or near the regular polling place to provide voter convenience.

Cambridge To Relocate Emergency Homeless Shelter To Spaulding

Cambridge has signed a deal to lease and fund a new temporary homeless shelter in the east wing of Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge.

Cambridge Discusses Civilians, Not Police, Making Traffic Stops

The Cambridge Police Commissioner said the city councilors' proposal contradicts the law and lacks forethought.

City Of Cambridge Updates 2 Temporary Emergency Orders

The City of Cambridge announced it has rescinded the Temporary Emergency Order closing certain businesses in the City.

Police Superintendent Cops To Profane Kennedy Tweet

A 32-year veteran of Cambridge police apologized for calling U.S. Rep. Joe Kennedy a "liberal [expletive] jerk" on the department Twitter.

Cambridge Reduces Trash By 30 Percent: City

Cambridge officials announced that a goal to reduce trash by 30 percent over 10 years was achieved a year early.

MIT Media Lab Kept Regulators In Dark, Dumped Chemicals In Excess Of Legal Limit

Documents and interviews show the Media Lab, already under fire for accepting contributions from Jeffrey Epstein, is being investigated.

Cambridge Removes 'Offensive' State Flag From Council Chambers

Cambridge residents and officials said the flag, which depicts a sword over a Native American's head, is racist and offensive.

Cambridge Considers Moving 'Painful' State Flag

The Cambridge City Council heard concerns that the flag, which depicts a sword over a Native American's head, is offensive.

Cambridge: Massachusetts Flag Offensive To Native Americans

The Cambridge City Council discussed removing the flag, which shows the arm of Myles Standish holding a sword over a Native American.

Column: The Hidden History Of Rent Control

Hidden history of rent control shows why Massachusetts should bring back rent control in Cambridge, Boston and Brookline in 2022.