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  Applications Now Being Accepted for Cambridge Preschool Program 2025-2026 School Year

  The City of Cambridge and Cambridge Public Schools are delighted to announce that applications for the Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) for the 2025-2026 school year are now being accepted through Thursday, October 31, 2024. The CPP application is available on https://earlychildhoodcambridge.org/cpp/.

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  Fire Prevention Week October 6-12, 2024. This Years theme is Smoke Alarms: Make them Work for You

  During this Fire Prevention Week, October 6 – 12, 2024, Cambridge Fire reminds everyone to ensure that your Smoke Alarms are working!

• MassDOT Advisory: Cambridge Somerville Sidewalk Closures Along Route 28 (McGrath Highway)

  The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced that daytime concrete sidewalk repairs are taking place on Route 28 (McGrath Highway) northbound between Third Street and Rufo Road. Pedestrian detours started on September 30 and will remain in place at all times for approximately three weeks. During this time, the outbound bus stop opposite Twin City Plaza will be relocated to 201 Monsignor O’Brien Highway, just south of Third Street.

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  Cambridge Teens: Apply to CYP's Fall Teen Internships!

  Explore interests, connect with peers, and get paid! Fall internships run mid-October through mid-December.

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  Get Help with Winter Heating Bills: Apply to the Fuel Assistance Program

  The Fuel Assistance Program helps income-eligible Cambridge and Somerville residents pay their winter heating bills between November 1 - April 30.

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  CPD’s Harvard Square-Central Square Unit Builds Relationships as Part of Its Approach

  Harvard and Central Squares in Cambridge have their own unique personalities. Our Harvard Square/Central Square Unit has spent a long time getting to know them. Sgt. Sean Lowe and Officer Joe Grassi primarily staff the Harvard Square Unit while Officers Frank Gutoski and Billy Simmons work in the Central Square Unit. These officers, who are embedded in the squares, work closely with businesses, residents, and associations to identify and resolve potential issues. “It’s vital to have familiar faces in the business districts in the neighborhoods,” said Sgt. Lowe. “Having a level of trust so that they can get whatever they need and whatever we can provide and help them through the process,” explained Officer Grassi.

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  Cambridge Community Invited to Annual Vigil Honoring Survivors of Domestic Violence

  The City of Cambridge and Transition House will be hosting their annual Domestic Violence Vigil on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month and honor those lost to domestic violence in Massachusetts over the past year.

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  Cambridge's Rodent Control Program Offers Free Exterior Service to Residential Properties of Four or Less Units

  The City of Cambridge has contracted with a private pest control company to offer this exterior residential rodent control assistance program as part of its broader rodent control efforts.

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  Current Board Vacancies: Transit Advisory Committee, Citizens’ Committee on Civic Unity, Family Policy Council, Human Rights Commission, Veterans Advisory Committee

  Serving on a board or commission can be a rewarding experience and an excellent way to contribute to the quality of life of the community in which you live or work. Are you ready to play a critical role in shaping Cambridge’s civic landscape? Apply today at Cambridgema.gov/Apply.