News

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  Annual Housing Stock Update 2024

  CDD has completed its annual update to the stock of affordable housing units in the city.  There are now 8,931 affordable housing units in the city, a net increase of 340 affordable units from the 2023 total of 8,591 units. 

• City of Cambridge Closures and Service Information for Christmas and New Year’s Holiday

  Christmas Holiday closure information for the City of Cambridge

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  Help to prevent fires caused by lithium-ion batteries

  Always read and follow the manufacturer's instructions

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  Cambridge Extends Historic Renewable Energy Opportunity to Residents, Businesses

  As a result of a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA), a new solar farm is being built in Illinois and Cambridge will receive credits for making new renewable energy available to the grid.

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  Truckloads of Toys Distributed through Cambridge Fire Department's Support of the Us Marine Corps Annual Toys for Tots Drive

  Thank you to Everyone for the Continued Generosity

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  CPD’s 18th Secret Santa for Seniors Gift Drive Distributes Hundreds of Gifts to Seniors

  Our Secret Santa for Seniors Gift Drive distributes donations gifts and joy to hundreds of seniors across Cambridge on its 18th year. We expected to reach 6-7-hundred people before the holiday.

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  CLC's North Cambridge English Classes Improve Access for the Community

  The CLC offers three types of English classes in North Cambridge: Beginner conversation classes for older adults, English Class for Parents with Young Children, low to intermediate-level English classes at the CLC's North Cambridge location.

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  Get Help with Winter Heating Bills: Apply to the Fuel Assistance Program

  The Fuel Assistance Program helps income-eligible Cambridge and Somerville residents pay their winter heating bills between November 1 - April 30.

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  Current Board Vacancies: Cambridge Housing Authority, Cambridge Climate Committee, Broadway Safety Improvement Project Working Group, Avon Hill, Half Crown-Marsh, and Mid Cambridge NCDs. Historical Commission, Planning Board

  Serving on a board or commission can be a rewarding experience and an excellent way to contribute to the quality of life of the community in which you live or work. Are you ready to play a critical role in shaping Cambridge’s civic landscape? Apply today at Cambridgema.gov/Apply.