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Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui and City Manager Louis A. DePasquale announced today that the City of Cambridge Relief and Recovery Programs, the Mayor’s Disaster Relief Fund for small businesses, and the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority (CRA) Zero-Interest Loan program is distributing nearly $3.6 Million to Cambridge small businesses financially impacted by the COVID-19 public health crisis.

Cambridge Police, Cambridge Fire, Cambridge Emergency Communications, Pro EMS, Massachusetts State Police, and CambridgeSide Public Safety will conduct an active shooter training exercise at CambridgeSide to practice communication and coordination among First Responders regarding emergency preparedness and response.

Just A Start (JAS) is hosting their first AHO community meeting on September 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss plans for the proposed redevelopment at 12-14 Laurel Street as 100% affordable housing. You may attend this meeting either in-person or online. In-person: 55 Norfolk Street, Cambridge, MA Online: via Zoom. Please register here to attend the meeting online. For more information about the project, please contact Connor Ring at ConnorRing@justastart.org.

The City of Cambridge has announced the opening of the new Triangle Park in East Cambridge, located on Binney Street between First Street and Edwin H. Land Boulevard.

This self-guided Walking Tour highlights the dynamic history of feminist-owned businesses and organizations that emerged and thrived in Cambridge from the 1970s to the 1990s as the women’s movement sparked across the United States. Learn more about the enormous contributions women made locally to the vibrancy of the city and the movement for women’s liberation.

The Cambridge Community Learning Center (CLC) provides free classes and programs to adult learners. We help our students reach their potential through education, skills development, and community participation.

Join Conservation Coordinator Alison Cariens for a closer look at pigments in the Harvard Art Museums' famed Forbes Pigment Collection. In this illustrated talk, Alison will discuss the history of the collection, the function of the materials within the conservation labs, and the significance of the collection as a “library of color.” Together, we will also delve into the story behind each featured pigment and discuss how each lends a unique window into the history of human creativity.

Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want help using an online resource? Need someone to read your resume and support navigating online job applications? Join us for our drop-in help hours between 3:15p.m. and 4:45p.m. No registration required.

The Outstanding Employee Awards program recognizes City employees nominated for superior performance, positive attitude, hard work, and dedication to public service. The Brian Murphy Award for Leadership in the Workplace and Public Service is a distinguished recognition given to leaders who display extraordinary qualities in the workplace and dedication to community service. Recipients were honored at a special ceremony on May 17.

Report an issue with a traffic signal or traffic sign to the city using our online portal or mobile app, SeeClickFix