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  City of Cambridge Recognized Nationally for Being One of the Best American Cities at Using Data and Evidence

  Nearly 200 U.S. cities have completed a What Works Cities Assessment. To date, only 24 cities have met the national standard in achieving Certification.

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  COVID-19 Emergency and Recovery Grants for Cambridge Nonprofit Organizations

  The intent of this funding is to provide COVID-19 related assistance and critical supports to the vulnerable and at-risk Cambridge families and individuals served by Cambridge nonprofit organizations. The nonprofits are a critical resource to support vulnerable residents and this is especially true during the coronavirus pandemic.

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  Detours for Motor Vehicles, Pedestrians, and Bicycles in effect this weekend in East Cambridge

  GLX will begin a series of major crane lifts this weekend at the new Lechmere Viaduct now under construction between the Gilmore Bridge and Lechmere Station along Monsignor O’Brien Highway. The work is in support of the Green Line Extension (GLX) project.

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  Cambridge Together Apart

  Covid-19 has prompted us to rethink how we can come together as a community during difficult times while maintaining a safe physical distance. Our porches, windows, sidewalks, doorways, or front yards can serve as platforms for self-expression, connection, and solidarity. During the month of July, the City of Cambridge encourages you to connect with your neighbors from afar by making use of these spaces.

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  Traffic Pattern Change Coming to Inman Square July 1

  Cambridge St will be one-way westbound for motor vehicles from Prospect St to Springfield St

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  Cambridge Basketball Courts, Playgrounds, Tot Lots, and Water Play Structures to Reopen on Monday, June 29

  The City of Cambridge announced that the City’s basketball courts, playgrounds, tot lots, and water play structures will reopen for public use on Monday, June 29. Residents should follow all applicable City and State Public Health guidance and guidelines related to the use of these facilities.

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  Healthy Eating and Active Living Mini-Grants Awarded to Cambridge Organizations

  The Cambridge Public Health Department, through its Cambridge in Motion campaign, has awarded a total of $5,000 in mini-grants to ten local organizations to develop activities that promote healthy eating and active living.