Red Line returns Friday after 10-day shutdown

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Red Line service resumes Friday after 10-day shutdown

Free shuttle buses replace Red Line trains between Alewife and Park Street through today, July 30, the final day of a 10-day suspension that also affected Kendall/MIT, Central, Harvard, Porter, Davis and Charles/MGH. The MBTA used the closure to complete track work, signal improvements and other repairs. Regular subway service resumes Friday, July 31; riders can check mbta.com/RedLine and camb.ma/redline for updates.

City of Cambridge

CSO control plan office hours held tonight at Fresh Pond

The Draft Updated Combined Sewer Overflow Control Plan team holds in-person office hours Thursday, July 30, from 5-7 p.m. at Fresh Pond Apartments, 366 Rindge Ave.

City of Cambridge

Free 'Copa 71' documentary screening on Bow Street tonight

The City of Cambridge, Harvard Square Business Association and local businesses host family-friendly activities on Bow Street starting at 6 p.m. Thursday, followed by an 8 p.m. outdoor screening of the women's soccer documentary 'Copa 71.'

City of Cambridge

Tom Hopcroft withdraws from contested 2nd Middlesex Senate race

School committee member Tom Hopcroft withdrew his state Senate bid Wednesday, narrowing the competitive primary field to four candidates.

Cambridge Day

Cambridgeport church minister ousted, served no-trespass order

Charles Eccles was removed from leadership at St. Augustine's African Orthodox Church following serious allegations of minor abuse, reports revealed Wednesday.

Cambridge Day

South Carolina man arrested after gun threat on Franklin Street

Police announced Wednesday the arrest of Josh Bruce, 27, who allegedly brandished a loaded 9mm handgun during an argument before trying to flee officers.

Cambridge Patch

Application deadline today for 2026 Cambridge Arts Open Studios

Local artists have until 5 p.m. today, July 30, to submit free applications for the city-wide open studios event.

City of Cambridge

Weekly free trivia night returns to CanalSide Food + Drink

Neighbors and colleagues can form teams for free, multi-category trivia Thursday, July 30, from 6-8 p.m. at CambridgeSide's food hall.

Kendall Square Association

Midweek Italian aperitivo promotion at Catalyst Restaurant

Catalyst in Kendall Square hosts its Aperitivo O'Clock event from 2 p.m. to close Thursday, July 30, offering discounted cocktails and complimentary arancini.

BostonChefs

Temporary alcohol-to-go pilot and 3 a.m. bar hours end Friday

Cambridge's seasonal pilot allowing alcohol-to-go sales and extended 3 a.m. hours in designated public consumption districts concludes Friday, July 31.

City of Cambridge

Magazine Beach hosts adaptive kayaking on the Charles River

DCR's Universal Access Program and Waypoint Adventure host adaptive kayaking at Magazine Beach Thursday, July 30, from 1-3 p.m., with specialized equipment for paddlers of all abilities.

Mass.gov

Burlington lawyer fights off disqualification in Lee Street condo case

A Massachusetts Land Court judge denied a motion Thursday to disqualify the attorney representing first-floor condo owners in a property damage dispute on Lee Street.

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

The Comedy Studio hosts a special curated showcase tonight

Comedian Brian Longwell hosts a curated lineup of original performers at The Comedy Studio Thursday, July 30, at 7:30 p.m.

The Boston Calendar

'Paint Your Truth' workshop explores grief through art tonight

The Cambridge Kiosk, in partnership with CultureHouse, hosts a free workshop exploring grief and healing through painting Thursday, July 30, from 5-7:30 p.m.

The Boston Calendar

Cambridge Biosafety Committee holds monthly public meeting

The Cambridge Biosafety Committee meets virtually Thursday, July 30, at 4 p.m. to review local biotechnology lab permits, safety regulations and reappointments.

City of Cambridge