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On December 22, 2020, the Baker-Polito Administration announced further restrictions to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in the Commonwealth, including new capacity and gathering limits. These measures will go into effect on Saturday, December 26 and will remain in effect until noon on January 10, 2021.

The City of Cambridge and Police Department today announced they have contracted with Washington, D.C.-based Police Executive Research Forum (PERF), who will conduct an independent review of the Cambridge Police’s current training programs, policies, and protocols to make recommendations for the department and help evaluate areas of improvement.

With people gathering indoors more as the weather gets colder, COVID-19 cases are on the rise. The Cambridge Public Health Department encourages residents to protect themselves and others by staying up-to-date on COVID vaccinations, wearing masks indoors when outside their own home, and keeping spaces well-ventilated.

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

Harvard Book Store and the Cambridge Public Library welcome Fuchsia Dunlop—James Beard Award–winning author The Food of Sichuan and the IACP Award finalist Invitation to a Banquet—for a discussion of her new cookbook, Five Tastes: Delicious Recipes for Chinese Flavors. Registration is required.

On behalf of the City of Cambridge, Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui and City Manager Louis DePasquale are extremely thankful to the Biogen Foundation for its $1 million donation to the Mayor’s Disaster Relief Fund.

The rebrand, including a new website, makes it easier for Cambridge educators and families to access early childhood resources and information.

The Comedy Studio, a beloved cornerstone of the local comedy scene, is thrilled to announce its return to Harvard Square. In the spirit of community and laughter, The Comedy Studio will host two shows this June on Thursday, June 12th at 6 PM in Brattle Square and Sunday, June 15th at 5 PM in Porter Square. Each event will offer an hour of pure hilarity, featuring a lineup of seasoned comics and fresh new voices. Join The Comedy Studio in celebrating the return of laughter to the heart of Harvard Square!

As City of Cambridge buildings, departments, and services plan for a safe and limited reopening to the public, the City has created a new page with the most up-to-date information about each department and how to get in touch with them.

Come to a family STEAM night for fun STEAM activities and learning together!