Report a Sexual Assault
For more information about reporting a sexual assault to the Cambridge Police call the Sexual Assault Helpline at 617-349-3381 for assistance. This helpline is monitored during business hours. Any messages left over night or on a weekend will be responded to by a detective/victim advocate on the next business day. Please note: This is not a confidential hotline or tip line.
2024 Resident Survey Results
Polity Research Consulting conducted a random telephone survey of 400 adult residents of the City of Cambridge from September 11 to September 17, 2024.
A Look at Two Federal Grants that Benefit Our Community
The City of Cambridge hosted two events this month to showcase the positive impact of federal grants such as the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership Grant (HOME) to our community. Community development activities build stronger and more resilient communities. CDBG funds can be directed toward affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, economic development, and public services that primarily serve low and moderate income residents.
Whispers of the Andes
Come to the KiOSK and discover the legends of the Andes through a storytelling session exploring the origins of the Inca Empire and the history of Machu Picchu. The session features an engaging oral narration followed by an opportunity for questions and discussion.
Information Technology
The Information Technology Department (ITD) provides centralized technology services to support municipal operations, the Cambridge Open Data Program, The Geographical Information System, and the City websites.
Block Party (O'Neill)
Celebrate the end of summer with neighbors old and new! We will have games, crafts, music and light refreshments. You may bring a picnic dinner if you choose. All neighbors of any age are welcome.
This event will happen outside. In case of rain or bad weather there will be modified activities inside the O'Neill Branch.
Short Story Reading Group
Every month we will read and discuss a short story as a group. This months story is "Uncle Robert Rides the Lightning" by Kate Hart, included in the anthology Never Whistle at Night. No preparation needed!
Copies of the story will be available for pick up at the Central Square Branch.
Registration is helpful but not required!