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Cambridge has been recategorized as a “yellow” risk community based on new data published by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health today. A Yellow designation is given to communities where the average daily case rate over the last 14 days is 4-8 cases per 100,000 population. Cambridge is currently at 4.1 cases per 100,000 residents according to the October 22 data release by the Commonwealth.

The City of Cambridge announced the May schedule for its 7 days per week COVID-19 testing program, including walk-in and expanded appointment-based testing options. Appointment-only testing, provided through a partnership with CIC Health, is now available to people who live or work in Cambridge during any available appointment times, 7 days per week, at CIC Health’s 295 Third Street location during their regular operating hours

The Gold Star Pool is now open for swimming 7 days per week, from 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Use of the pool is free and only open to Cambridge residents.

Property owners/residents are responsible for removing all snow and ice from sidewalks and accessible ramps next to their property following a storm per City Ordinance. Here are some helpful tips to follow.

All residents 65 years of age or older who own and occupy their one, two or three family home are eligible for a 15% discount on water/sewer charges, not to exceed $90.00 per year.

Every fire company in the city is an EMS unit, staffed with Firefighter EMTs, Paramedics, and Medical 1st Responders answering more than 7,000 EMS calls per year, providing optimal medical care 24/7/365, under any conditions.

Test your knowledge with trivia questions about: Scary classics and horror movies! One bonus point per team will be awarded for: Dressing in a costume! Individuals and teams are welcome. Snacks provided. Registration is helpful but not required.

Property owners/residents are responsible for removing all snow and ice from sidewalks and accessible ramps next to their property following a storm per City Ordinance. Ice needs to be removed within 6 hours from the time it forms, and snow needs to be removed within 12 hours after snow stops falling during the day and before 1 p.m. if it snowed during the night, per City Ordinance. The fine for failing to comply with the City’s sidewalk clearance ordinances is $50/day for each day of non-compliance. Here are some helpful tips to follow.

The funding process will result in the awarding of grants of up to $6,000 per eligible applicant, which will not have to be repaid. Grant applications will only be accepted from April 14, 2021 until May 7, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. 

A Cambridge rabies vaccination clinic for dogs only will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 9:00-11:00 a.m., behind the Department of Public Works at 147 Hampshire Street. Cost is $15 per dog. Cash or checks only will be accepted.