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June 29, 2026
106 Affordable Apartments Open at 52 New Street Near Danehy Park
Cambridge and nonprofit Just A Start cut the ribbon on 106 new affordable apartments at 52 New Street — the first project built under the City's Affordable Housing Overlay and constructed to Passive House energy standards.
City of Cambridge Community Development Department
Cambridge License Commission Revokes Food Licenses for Two Restaurants
The Cambridge License Commission is revoking the food licenses of Beyond Full in Harvard Square, which was operating without a license, and Shanghai Fresh in Central Square due to owner non-renewal.
Cambridge | Somerville Independent
Scull & Keel Fish House Opens at Royal Sonesta in East Cambridge
Scull & Keel Fish House and Spirits opened Saturday in the former ArtBar space at the Royal Sonesta, serving seafood towers, po' boys, and lobster dinners.
Boston Restaurant Talk
Just A Start Presents 100-Unit Affordable Housing Plans Near Porter Square Tomorrow
Just A Start and Rode Architects will present early designs for an all-affordable, all-electric building at 1826–1840 Massachusetts Avenue on Tuesday, June 30, 6–7 p.m. at Lesley University Hall.
Cambridge | Somerville Independent
Massachusetts Avenue Water Main Repairs Continue This Week
Crews are repairing water main trenches on Massachusetts Avenue between Linnaean Street and Waterhouse Street this week as part of the ongoing safety and cycling infrastructure project.
City of Cambridge, MA
Free FIFA World Cup Watch Party at Donnelly Field Today, 3:30–7 p.m.
The City of Cambridge hosts a free Round of 32 watch party today at Donnelly Field (York & Berkshire Streets, East Cambridge) from 3:30–7 p.m., with free food, face painting, and soccer activities.
City of Cambridge
Cambridge Under Level 3 Critical Drought; Outdoor Water Ban in Effect
Cambridge remains under a Level 3 Critical Drought designation, with a mandatory ban on all non-essential outdoor water use in effect; violations carry fines up to $300 per day.
City of Cambridge Water Department
Bow Street Closed to Traffic Near Harvard Square
Bow Street between Plympton Street and DeWolfe Street is closed to vehicle traffic; no reopening date has been announced.
City of Cambridge
Virtual Low-Impact Fitness Class for Older Adults Today at 11:45 a.m.
The Cambridge Public Library hosts a free virtual low-impact fitness class on Zoom today from 11:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m., open to older adults looking to improve strength, coordination, and heart health.
City of Cambridge
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