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The Office of Workforce Development and the Job Connector at by MIT are hosting a job fair where attendees can learn about exciting part-time and full-time opportunities to work with children, teens, and young adults this summer.

The Community Safety Department’s CARE Team launched in 2024, providing an unarmed, compassionate response to mental health crises, well-being checks, and other non-criminal emergencies. By the end of the year, they responded to nearly 200 emergency calls, assisted over 150 community members, and removed 1,600 needles from public spaces, with 94% of calls requiring no police involvement. In collaboration with local organizations and the Cambridge Police Department, the CARE Team also offers case management and referrals, helping residents access shelter, addiction treatment, housing support, and other essential services.

Cambridge promotes sustainable transportation through education, community workshops, planning, and infrastructure projects. Resident volunteers can provide input on transportation projects. The City is investing in Electric Vehicle infrastructure and adding more fully electric vehicles to its fleet.

In 2019, the City of Cambridge completed its Urban Forestry Master Plan. Since, the city has rebranded and taken action to upkeep the Urban Forestry Master Plan through programs such as Forest Friends and Water by Bike.

A Dumpster Permit allows you to reserve curb space for the purpose of temporarily placing a dumpster on a City street for moving debris or garbage from a construction site. Dumpster permits are issued for a maximum of two spaces.

Please be advised that your polling location, if you choose to vote in-person on Election Day for the upcoming State Primary, September 3, 2024, will be located at Cambridge Rindge & Latin School, 459 Broadway, Media Cafeteria Cambridge Street Entrance

The City of Cambridge will host a series of events and feature a variety of stories throughout February in celebration of Black History Month. Throughout the month, programs led by the Public Library, Veterans Services, Office of Equity and Inclusion, and more will highlight Black theater, poetry, movies, musical traditions, and cuisine to celebrate Black heritage and culture.

From everyday heroics to extraordinary moments of bravery, the Cambridge Fire Department kept our city safe throughout 2025. Take a look back at some of their most impressive and courageous acts of service from the past year.

Navigating difficult times can be scary, but you don’t have to do it alone. Meet another key community safety resource: the CARE team. Learn how they provide you with support and guidance when you need it most.

Active since 1974, Cambridge Arts is one of the most dynamic local arts agencies in the country. The Cambridge Arts Council exists to ensure that the arts remain vital for people living, working and visiting Cambridge, MA.