Neighbors' Guide to Housing Development
New housing construction is happening across much of Cambridge. In 2025, the City Council passed a change to the zoning ordinance that allows more housing to be built, including in neighborhoods that were zoned to restrict new housing before. The goal of this change was to address the housing shortage that has led to higher housing costs in Cambridge and the surrounding area.
Cambridge to host Safer Homes, Safer Communities Gift Cards for Guns Event
Help make Cambridge an even safer community by disposing of any unwanted guns! You'll receive a supermarket gift card for each firearm you turn in, ranging from $50-$200 in value, and help reduce the risk of suicide by accidental discharge, domestic violence and street crime. Bring firearms unloaded with the safety engaged in a bag, box, or case.
When: Saturday, June 6th, 2026 ; 10am - 12pm
Drop-off locations in Cambridge:
Reservoir Church - 170 Rindge Ave
Pentecostal Tabernacle - 77 Columbia Street
Not Available June 6th:
Schedule an appointment anytime in June to have any unwanted guns picked up in exchange for gift cards.
Questions: Call (617) 349-6009
Safe Routes to School
Webpage for the Cambridge Safe Routes to School program to support and encourage students who wish to walk or bike to school.
Get to Know Carrine Bury
Get to know Carrine Bury, Lead Outreach Coordinator and Outreach Worker at DHSP’s Community Learning Center! As the outreach worker for the Haitian community, Bury provides vital support to residents in navigating life in Cambridge. Learn more about Carrine in this article.