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Pet waste has bacteria that is harmful to our water and makes our ponds and rivers unsafe for swimming and other recreational activities.

The Cambridge Public Library (CPL) is a dynamic, community-oriented system providing excellent services, collections and programs to all members of the community.

The mission of Safety Net is to foster positive youth development, promote mental health, support safe school and community environments, and limit youth involvement in the juvenile justice system through coordinated prevention, intervention, and diversion services for Cambridge youth and families.

Nearly 1.3 billion pounds of pumpkins end up in landfills each year. Methane from pumpkins in the trash is spooky and contributes to climate change!

Expect traffic impacts and road closures in Harvard Square and along Massachusetts Avenue on Sunday, October 8 due to the Harvard Square Oktoberfest and HONK! Parade.

In the 2-day period of Friday & Saturday, February 3rd and 4th, 2023, fire companies across the city responded to numerous emergency calls for service.

This year, National Public Health Week is April 3-9. The observance serves to promote awareness and celebrate the work of public health. But what exactly is public health work? You may be aware of public health’s role with COVID-19, but did you know that the work is much more extensive? Public health is about protecting the health of an entire population. For the Cambridge Public Health Department, that means all people who live, learn, work, play, or spend time in Cambridge. Read more about the variety of work we do to support the health and well-being of the Cambridge community.

Explore options to stay cool this summer by visiting a local pool such as Gold Star Mothers Pool, War Memorial Recreation Center Pool, Veterans Memorial Pool, or enjoying one of 27 waterplay features located in parks around the city.

On Friday, September 11 at 9:50 a.m., every open Cambridge firehouse will hold a brief 10-minute, synchronized ceremony open to the public.

Learn about absentee voting in the City including eligibility and deadlines for registration.