West Nile virus found in Cambridge mosquitoes

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West Nile virus detected in Cambridge mosquitoes

State health officials announced Aug. 13 that West Nile virus was detected in mosquitoes collected in Cambridge, and the city's risk level is now rated "Moderate" — meaning infection is likely or has already occurred. No human cases have been reported in Massachusetts this summer. The Cambridge Public Health Department urges residents to use insect repellent, cover up at dusk and dawn, drain standing water and check window screens; people over 60 and those with certain chronic conditions face higher risk of severe illness.

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Two-alarm fire on Roberts Road displaces nine residents

A two-alarm fire early Thursday, Aug. 13, displaced nine people and two dogs on Roberts Road. Firefighters brought the blaze under control within about an hour; no injuries were reported and the cause remains under investigation.

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Harvard academic workers vote to authorize strike

The union representing Harvard's non-tenured academic workers announced Friday, Aug. 14, that 94% of voting members approved strike authorization after nearly two years of contract negotiations.

Cambridge Day

Harvard Square Vintage Block Party fills Brattle Street today

Select Markets' outdoor vintage market runs Saturday, Aug. 15, from noon to 6 p.m. on Brattle Street with vintage clothing, crafts and other vendors.

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Kids' BioDesign workshop explores animal habitats at library today

The Rhode Island Computer Museum guides children in building nature-inspired structures at the Main Library Saturday, Aug. 15, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

City of Cambridge

Pups + Pints event at CanalSide today

Pups + Pints at CanalSide Food + Drink runs Saturday, Aug. 15, from 2 to 5 p.m. at CambridgeSide, featuring Sweet Paws Rescue dogs, pet vendors, live music and lawn games.

Cambridge Patch

Cambridge to celebrate National Massachusetts Day Monday

The Cambridge Office for Tourism marks National Massachusetts Day Monday, Aug. 17, at the Visitor Information Center in Harvard Square with free coffee, donuts and history activities.

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Four Ball Championship kicks off at Fresh Pond Golf Course today

Local golfers compete in the annual Four Ball Championship Saturday, Aug. 15, from 7 to 11:30 a.m. at Fresh Pond Golf Course on Huron Avenue.

Fresh Pond Golf Course

The Sinclair hosts Robyn tribute dance party tonight

The Sinclair in Harvard Square hosts 'This Party Is Killing You: The Robyn Party,' an 18+ pop and dance tribute, Saturday, Aug. 15, with doors at 8:30 p.m.

therobynparty.com

Recycling committee to host free store Aug. 22

The Cambridge Recycling Advisory Committee will hold a 'Free Store' Saturday, Aug. 22, at Reservoir Church to help reduce landfill waste from seasonal move-outs.

City of Cambridge