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Cambridge Launches $2.5 Million Small Business Relief Program
The City of Cambridge announced a $2.5 million restaurant and nightlife relief grant program for businesses impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic earlier this month.
Advocates Call for New Cambridge City Manager to Prioritize Lowering Housing Costs
Local affordable housing advocates are calling for Cambridge to select a city manager who will prioritize lowering the city’s high cost of living as the search to replace Louis A. DePasquale begins.
Cambridge’s First Cannabis Dispensary Blazes into Central Square
Yamba Market, Cambridge’s first recreational marijuana dispensary, will open in Central Square by the beginning of next month.
New Cambridge Police Commissioner Pledges Greater Transparency and Accountability
Cambridge Police Department Commissioner Christine A. Elow vowed to prioritize transparency and accountability within the department in a Wednesday interview.
Cambridge City Officials Discuss Universal Pre-K
Members of the Cambridge City Council and the Cambridge School Committee discussed the long road to implementing universal pre-school during a joint roundtable discussion Monday afternoon.
City Councilors Bemoan Lack of Budget Input in Finance Committee Meeting
Members of the Cambridge City Council and city officials discussed their plans for the 2023 fiscal year budget Wednesday afternoon in a virtual meeting.
PILOT Action Group Hosts Forum to Call on Tax-Exempt Institutions to Invest in Cities
The Massachusetts “Payment in Lieu of Taxes” Action Group hosted a virtual statewide forum Tuesday to discuss the group’s commitment to calling on tax-exempt institutions to invest in city development.
Harvard Professor Danielle Allen Suspends Campaign for Governor
Harvard Professor Danielle S. Allen announced the end of her campaign for governor of Massachusetts on Tuesday.
Developer to Finance Brighton-Based Sound Museum’s Relocation
The Sound Museum, a music rehearsal space and recording studio in Brighton, will move to a new location after life science developer IQHQ offered to finance its relocation.
Cambridge Planning Board Approves Special Permit for the Garage Renovation
The City of Cambridge’s Planning Board approved a special permit application for the Garage's renovation process Tuesday, clearing the path for the next step in the historic landmark’s redevelopment.
Serious Crime Dropped by 22 Percent to Begin 2022, CPD Report says
Serious crime in Cambridge dropped by 22 percent this January, according to a monthly crime report released Monday by the Cambridge Police Department, which showed 47 fewer violent and property crimes than January 2021’s total.
Harvard Shuttle Crashes into Tasty Burger on JFK Street; No Injuries Reported
An electric Harvard shuttle crashed onto the sidewalk in front of Tasty Burger and the Garage on John F. Kennedy Street at approximately 6:43 p.m. Wednesday.
Seasonings Change: Spyce to Close Harvard Square Location
Spyce, a robotic kitchen startup founded by MIT graduates, announced last Thursday it will close its Harvard Square location.
Cambridge Police Search for Suspect in Brattle Square Bank Robbery
The Cambridge Police Department, Massachusetts State Police, and FBI are investigating a Brattle Square bank robbery reported at 1:06 p.m. Wednesday.
Harvard-Allston Partnership Fund Awards $100,000 to Local Non-Profits
Harvard announced the grant recipients of the 14th Annual Harvard-Allston Partnership Fund, which awards a total of $100,000 to local nonprofits, on Monday.
City Officials Advocate for More Affordable MBTA Fares
MBTA officials and municipal policymakers are considering changing fare structures to increase access to public transportation services.
Harvard Presents 25th Annual ‘Town Gown’ Report to Cambridge City Officials
Harvard representatives presented the 25th annual Town Gown report, detailing the University’s sustainability, diversity, and infrastructure goals in Cambridge, to city officials during a virtual Planning Board meeting Tuesday evening.
Cambridge City Council Approves Contentious Golf Course Policy Order
The Cambridge City Council unanimously passed an amended policy order on Monday to study alternative uses for the Fresh Pond Golf Course, in response to concerns from Cambridge residents regarding the original proposed policy.
Rail Service Halted at Harvard T Station Due to 'Person Under Train'
Rail service along the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority’s Red Line was suspended for over five hours Sunday following a “medical emergency” at the Harvard T station involving “a person under a train,” the MBTA said.
Boston Residents Voice Opposition to New Allston Residential Project at BPDA Meeting
Boston residents expressed opposition to construction plans for a new residential project in Allston that will replace an existing decades-old building at a Thursday Boston Planning and Development Agency meeting.
Brattle Square Florist Returns to its Roots Under Ownership of Original Family
Days away from its scheduled Jan. 31 closure, Brattle Square Florist announced it will remain open with longtime store manager Stephen Zedros — a member of the Gomatos family who founded the shop — as the new owner.
Harvard is Cambridge’s Top Employer for 22nd Consecutive Year
Harvard has been named the largest employer in the City of Cambridge for the twenty-second consecutive year.
Cambridge Weighs Non-Police Public Safety Alternatives
The Cambridge government is considering two public safety alternatives to traditional policing, which now await action from the city manager before a vote by the City Council.