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The Cambridge Police Department continues to closely monitor the ongoing Israel/Hamas conflict overseas including the cease-fire negotiations underway now. In our initial alert last month, we relayed how we have been working with our state and federal partners. Currently, there continue to be no specific or credible threats in our area. In recent weeks, CPD has received reports of hate crime incidents. We are committed to safeguarding the state and federal civil rights of all individuals irrespective of their race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or gender, and to aggressively investigating any reported acts or threats of violence, property damage, harassment, intimidation, or other crimes that appear motivated by bias against or hatred of a particular group. If you believe you, your business or organization has been the victim of a hate crime in Cambridge, please contact the Cambridge Police Department. The Cambridge Police will fully investigate, document, and respond to all allegations of bias or hate-motivated crime. We recognize this is a time of grief, uncertainty, and increased tension. If you feel physically threatened, including online harassment or intimidation, please contact Cambridge Police at 617-349-3300. For emergencies, please call 911 immediately. Please find additional information on our website.

Advocate's Guide to Fair Housing Protections for Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence Flyer

Stop by a Halloween Open House Monday, Oct. 31, from 4-6 p.m., at your neighborhood fire house and see important Trick-or-Treat safety tips from your Cambridge Firefighters.

Is your iPhone or iPad low on storage or running slowly? Join us for a free class where you’ll learn easy ways to clear space, organize your apps, and improve your iPhone’s performance. This class will only cover how to manage your iPhone's or iPad's memory. To view and register for other Basic Tech Classes at the Library, please go to tinyurl.com/basictechclass. Laptops will be provided for the class. Registration is encouraged, but not required.

As one of the final phases of the Inman Square Intersection Improvements project, the City’s contractor Newport Construction will perform roadway milling (grinding), and final paving during the week of July 24-28, 2023. T

Food and arts vendors are invited to apply to sell their goods at the 2024 Cambridge Arts River Festival on Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Cambridge’s Memorial Drive riverfront.

The City of Cambridge has officially launched its local Massachusetts 250 campaign, a City and statewide initiative to celebrate 250 years of America’s independence and Massachusetts’ revolutionary legacy. Throughout 2025 and 2026, the City of Cambridge plans to showcase stories that highlight historic themes of revolution and independence through a series of engaging events.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is advising the public of road closures in Cambridge on Saturday, November 23, 2024, to enhance safety during the Harvard/Yale football game, which is expected to draw large crowds to the area and begin at noon.

The Economic Opportunity and Development Division is offering free one-on-one coaching and a 3-part workshop series for food businesses in April! Whether you are a food business owner looking for clarity on your strategic goals, feeling confused or overwhelmed by food business financials, or unsure how best to attract today’s customers, these workshops and 1-on-1 coaching are aimed at putting your business on the track to success.

The City of Cambridge Department of Veterans Services will host a Veterans Day Observance event on Saturday, November 11, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m., at Cambridge Common. A Veterans Appreciation Week will be held November 13-17, at the Veterans' Life and Recreation Center, 51 Inman Street, 2nd floor, Cambridge. events will provide an opportunity for veterans and their loved ones to gather and participate in health, wellness, and other fun and interactive activities. Free food and refreshments will also be available each day from 12-4 p.m.