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Warrant issued in Vassar Street hit-and-run
July 30, 2026
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Arrest warrant issued in Vassar Street scooter hit-and-run
Cambridge police identified a suspect Wednesday and obtained an arrest warrant in the July 9 hit-and-run on Vassar Street that seriously injured a 12-year-old girl. Investigators say the operator was riding an e-scooter and wearing a teal green t-shirt and black shorts at the time; the charges include assault and battery with a dangerous weapon causing serious bodily injury and leaving the scene of personal injury. Police say they are still trying to locate him and ask anyone with information on his whereabouts to call 617-349-3300.
Boston 25 News
Copa 71 outdoor screening set for Bow Street tonight
The City of Cambridge, Harvard Square Business Association and local businesses host a community night on Bow Street between DeWolfe and Plympton streets starting at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 30, with an outdoor screening of the documentary Copa 71 at 8 p.m.
City of Cambridge
Jon McBride's Big Easy to play Lizard Lounge with Ali McGuirk
Blues and jazz group Jon McBride's Big Easy performs at the Lizard Lounge on Mass Ave Thursday, July 30, at 8 p.m., with a special appearance by vocalist Ali McGuirk.
UNATION
Public office hours set for draft regional CSO control plan
Representatives from Cambridge, Somerville and the MWRA host public office hours Thursday, July 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Fresh Pond Apartments Community Room to answer questions about the $1.3 billion regional Combined Sewer Overflow Control Plan.
City of Cambridge
Deadline today for Cambridge Arts Open Studios applications
Applications close at 5 p.m. Thursday, July 30, for Cambridge artists wishing to take part in the citywide 2026 Cambridge Arts Open Studios event scheduled for September 19 and 20.
City of Cambridge
Cambridge Biosafety Committee meets virtually to review permits
At 4 p.m. Thursday, July 30, the Cambridge Biosafety Committee holds a virtual public meeting to review lab permit applications and discuss biological safety regulations.
City of Cambridge
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals webcasts Q2 2026 financial results
Cambridge-based Alnylam Pharmaceuticals hosts a live webcast and conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET Thursday, July 30, to discuss its second-quarter 2026 financial results.
Business Wire
Massavenairs to perform live at Remnant's Satellite
Local band Massavenairs plays a throwback live set Thursday, July 30, from 8 to 10:30 p.m. at Satellite, Remnant Brewing's East Cambridge taproom.
Remnant Brewing
'Designing for Death' workshop set for The Foundry
The Human-Centered Design Lab presents a free interactive workshop, 'Designing for Death,' at The Foundry in East Cambridge Thursday, July 30, at 6 p.m., exploring end-of-life and grief topics.
Eventbrite
Free 'Paint & Sip' night at Kendall Center roof garden
A free outdoor painting and tasting class, held in partnership with the Community Art Center, runs Thursday, July 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kendall Center Urban Park roof garden.
The Boston Calendar
South Carolina man arrested after brandishing gun on Franklin St
Cambridge Police arrested 27-year-old Josh Bruce, who allegedly displayed a loaded 9mm handgun and threatened a victim during an altercation before trying to flee.
Patch
License board to review restaurant and one-day event licenses
At 10 a.m. Thursday, July 30, the Board of License Commissioners meets online to review restaurant license changes, one-day event licenses, noise variances and disciplinary matters.
City of Cambridge
Barbershop singers to perform in Harvard Square
From 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, Cambridge Plays presents Cambridge Sings Barbershop at Brattle Square Plaza/Deguglielmo Plaza with the Greater Boston Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
City of Cambridge Community Development Department
Navigation Games teach orienteering at Riverside Press Park
From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, July 30, Cambridge Plays hosts Navigation Games at Riverside Press Park, teaching orienteering through a map-based outdoor activity for all ages and skill levels.
City of Cambridge Community Development Department
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