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Residents and community members can organize an event anytime between September 14 and 22, though Sunday, September 15 is the official event day. We are hoping community members will plan events (e.g. cookout, block party, service project, etc.) that can bring together neighbors — in a way that works for them! Did you know that the City of Cambridge offers $300 awards and free Play Streets kits to support neighborhood block parties?

You may register or pre-register to vote in Cambridge if you are a US citizen, a resident of Cambridge, and at least 16 years old; and not currently incarcerated by reason of a felony conviction.

The Cambridge Police Department announced the promotions of 7 members to Lieutenants and Sergeants on October 18, 2024. At a ceremony held at the Cambridge Police Department, Police Commissioner Christine Elow promoted two officers to Lieutenants and five to Sergeants.

As part of the City of Cambridge’s Shade Is Social Justice program, temporary public art structures are being installed to provide shade and seating across the community to further the city’s efforts to address our warming world.

The City of Cambridge and Police Department today announced they have contracted with Washington, D.C.-based Police Executive Research Forum (PERF), who will conduct an independent review of the Cambridge Police’s current training programs, policies, and protocols to make recommendations for the department and help evaluate areas of improvement.

Overview of the application process for LTCs and FIDs.

City to Plant Third Miyawaki Miniforest at Peabody Elementary School.

Help make Cambridge an even safer community by disposing of any unwanted guns! You'll receive a supermarket gift card for each firearm you turn in, ranging from $50-$200 in value, and help reduce the risk of suicide by accidental discharge, domestic violence and street crime. Bring firearms unloaded with the safety engaged in a bag, box, or case. When: Saturday, June 6th, 2026 ; 10am - 12pm Drop-off locations in Cambridge: Reservoir Church - 170 Rindge Ave Pentecostal Tabernacle - 77 Columbia Street Not Available June 6th: Schedule an appointment anytime in June to have any unwanted guns picked up in exchange for gift cards. Questions: Call (617) 349-6009

The City of Cambridge is partnering with the Great American Rain Barrel Program to provide discount rain barrels for Cambridge residents.

The City of Cambridge is partnering with the Great American Rain Barrel Program to provide discount rain barrels for Cambridge residents.