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It has come to the attention of the Election Commission that some pre-made vote-by-mail ballot packets from the Commonwealth may have contained two page one ballots, rather than page one and page two. If you are one of those recipients, please contact the Election Commission at 617-349-4361 or elections@cambridgema.gov, and a staff member will be available to provide support.

Library Card Design Contest, Understanding Deaf Culture, Crafternoon, and More!

The City of Cambridge is seeking community feedback on the Central Square Safety Improvement Project, including separated bike lanes, pedestrian safety improvements, and changes to Mass Ave. Learn more and share your input.

Beginning next week (week of October 19th), drivers traveling northbound on Vassar Street must turn right onto Main Street from the right lane or continue north onto Galileo Galilei Way from the left lane.

Design the Library's next library card!

Thousands of Cambridge residents are losing or at risk of losing their SNAP (formerly food stamps) benefits and MassHealth insurance because of federal policy changes that introduce new immigration and work requirements. The City of Cambridge, Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee (CEOC), the Cambridge Community Foundation, and more than 30 other community-based organizations created a coordinated system to help Cambridge residents understand these changes, re-enroll in benefits if they are still eligible, and access important resources.

Please be advised of traffic impacts this Saturday and Sunday, October 17-18, due to the annual Head of the Charles.

Your next career opportunity starts here! Learn about exciting opportunities with state and municipal employers.

An overview of the Cambridge Police Department's calls for service on October 8, 2026

An overview of the Cambridge Police Department's calls for service on October 7, 2026