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Davis Square Neighborhood Council is recommended for recognition as officials rue the law that allows it to exist

by Marc Levy September 16, 2026

Along with discussion of whether to recognize formally the Davis Square Neighborhood Council, city councilors approved proposed laws about rats and pets.

COMMUNITY

If you’re feline like having a day out, a Cat Tour and Meowfest comes to Cambridge in September

by Marc Levy August 19, 2026

A Cambridge Cat Tour & Meowfest, a cat-themed party, is planned for Sept. 26 in Cambridgeport, part of the Peace Commission’s Meet Your Neighbor Month.

NEWS

It’s DeRATification Week in Somerville, because rodents are springing back into action

by Marc Levy April 27, 2026

A week of rat fighting began Monday in Somerville with a display of the city’s latest weapon: BurrowRx, which pumps carbon monoxide into burrows.

NEWS

Cambridge meetings, March 30-April 6: The city is using AI and talking data centers and turning 400

by Marc Levy March 29, 2026

Take part in meetings on changes to community benefits, tech, events and tourism issues and the future of city-owned properties.

Frozen Footprints: Winter Wildlife

by Marc Levy February 12, 2026

Fresh Pond rangers lead a family friendly winter tracking expedition to see who has been where in the snow.