Cambridge Fire Dept and Marines run a Toys-for-Tots drive, collecting toys for needy children, with drop-offs at local fire stations until December 11, 2025.

Cambridge Police warn of a scam targeting permit applicants, involving fake emails requesting payment for permit transactions, which the city is investigating. No data breach or financial loss reported yet.

Massachusetts invests $632,000 in the Cooling Corridors program to plant trees and implement cooling strategies in urban areas, with a focus on Environmental Justice neighborhoods.

Boston Police District B-2 officers participated in the Annual Trunk-or-Treat, engaging with Roxbury kids in costume and providing a themed cruiser, supported by the Boston Police Foundation.

Boston Police visited Curtis Guild Elementary for 'Character Day,' engaging with students through storytelling and celebrating costumes, reinforcing positive police-community relations.

Boston Police District B-3 hosted the "Pink Ribbon Bowl," a flag football tournament supporting breast cancer awareness and raising funds for the Ellie Fund.

Plymouth Police Department celebrates the 50th anniversary of Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue concerts at Plymouth's Memorial Hall in 1975, reminiscing about the events and minimal security incidents at that time.

Cambridge highlights local businesses for Small Business Saturday, underlining the economic and community benefits of shopping locally during the holiday season.

Police officers in South Boston joined the Michael J. Perkins School Fun Run to strengthen community ties, ensuring participant safety and celebrating student achievements.

Boston Police Department officers visited Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care to engage with kids, read stories, discuss safety, and explore a police cruiser, fostering community relations.

Boston Police District E-5 joined Holy Name Parish School for a community movie night aimed at fostering relationships with residents in West Roxbury.

Cambridge is hosting family-friendly Halloween events, including Vampire Orienteering at Danehy Park, costume gatherings, and a movie night, with safety reminders for all participants.

Boston Police mingled with the community at Mayor Wu's Fall-O-Ween event, serving ice cream and engaging in festive activities to foster unity and trust.