Proposed Charter
The City Council has proposed adopting a new City Charter, which is the law that prescribes the structure of the Cambridge government. The proposed new City Charter shall be submitted to the voters of the City of Cambridge for acceptance at the next biennial election, which will be held on November 4, 2025.
Somerville Resident Arrested on Gun & Drug Charges
Abdul Ahmed, 52, of Somerville, was placed under arrest by Cambridge Police on charges of Shoplifting by Asportation, Carrying a Firearm and Ammunition without a License to Carry, Possession of a Class A Drug (suspected heroin / fentanyl), Possession of a Class B Drug (suspected crack cocaine), and Possession of a Class E Drug (prescription pills).
Cambridge Celebrates Arbor Week May 4-8
The Cambridge Department of Public Works invites you to celebrate Arbor Week May 4-8, featuring activities, information and giveaways that promote the City's Urban Forest. Arbor Week celebrates the critical role that trees play in keeping our City healthy and resilient. Come meet staff, learn about Cambridge’s trees and get a free seedling!
Brattle Street Two-way Separated Bike Lane
The City used Participatory Budgeting funds to install a two-way separated bicycle facility on Brattle Street in July 2017, informed by historic analyses and discussions, and aligned with the Vision Zero and Complete Streets Policies and additional City policies (Climate Action Plan, Growth Policy, Vehicle Trip Reduction Ordinance, School Wellness Policy, and others).
Short Story Reading Group [Central Square]
Every month we will read and discuss a short story as a group.
This month we will be reading “The Great Silence” by Ted Chiang.
Copies of the story will be provided, and no preparation is need.
Please drop in!
Registration is helpful but not required.
Short Story Reading Group [Central Square]
Every month we will read and discuss a short story as a group. This months story is "Crossover" by Octavia Butler. No preparation needed!
Copies of the story are available for pick up at the Central Square Branch.
Registration is helpful but not required!
Short Story Reading Group (Central Square)
Every month we will read and discuss a short story as a group. For July we will be reading "Fern" by Jean Toomer. Copies of the story will be available for pick up at the Central Square Branch.
Registration is helpful but not required!