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Oct 1

Demolition Delay application: 20-22 Danube Street, Dorchester

The application is to demolish the garage at 20-22 Danube Street in Dorchester.

Oct 1

Demolition Delay application: 11 Faneuil Street, Brighton

The application is to demolish the one-story retail building at 11 Faneuil Street in Brighton.

Oct 1

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

This month, we share community resources for survivors of domestic violence and their families.

Oct 1

Kevin Tran named liaison for Fields Corner, Vietnamese community

In this role, Kevin will serve as the primary contact for constituents and businesses looking to connect with the Mayor's Office.

Oct 1

City Council supports amending Downtown Municipal Harbor Plan

The plan outlines planning for the City’s 42-acre downtown waterfront.

Oct 1

City Council recognizes long-time Boston reporter Chris Lovett

Lovett was honored by the council and presented with a resolution recognizing his 34 years of dedication to reporting.

Oct 1

City Council recognizes achievements of former Mayor Thomas M. Menino

The former mayor's dedication and commitment to the residents of Boston was shown constantly throughout his work and his personal life.

Sep 30

Civilian Review Board members appointed for Office of Police Accountability and Transparency

The OPAT Commission also announced its first public meeting.

Sep 30

2021 COVID Recovery Violence Intervention Grant awardees announced

This grant is a one-time funding opportunity that will be awarded to community-based violence intervention programs.

Sep 30

New commission focused on Boston’s Black men and boys

During the City Council meeting that took place on September 15, 2021, the Council voted unanimously to create a commission to study and address issues facing Boston’s Black men and boys.

Sep 30

City Council passes BERDO 2.0 ordinance

In May 2013, the Council passed CBC Chapter VII, Section 7-2.2 Building Energy Reporting and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) proposed by Mayor Thomas M. Menino.

Sep 30

September is Suicide Prevention Month

Each September, Suicide Prevention Month is recognized globally and serves as a way to raise the visibility of the mental health resources and suicide prevention services available to our community.

Sep 30

Protecting women's health

The Council adopted a resolution calling on Congress to affirm reproductive freedom and pass the Women’s Health Protection Act.

Sep 29

Demolition Delay application: 53H Harvard Street, Dorchester

The application is to demolish the structure at 53H Harvard Street in Dorchester .

Sep 28

Upham’s Corner Arts and Innovation District moves forward with release of first RFP

The District will be anchored by Upham’s Corner branch library and Strand Theatre.

Sep 28

A tour of the new murals in City Hall

You might have heard of the galleries in City Hall, but did you know that there are murals here too?

Sep 28

Peter holding Chicharrón, a Boston Animal Shelter alum who was adopted by Peter's neighbors last year.

Animal Care and Control worker running Boston Marathon for stray pets

We want to give a huge thank you to Boston Animal Care and Control staff member Peter Gray, who is running the Boston Marathon to raise money for the stray pets in Boston!

Sep 27

2021 Boston Marathon traffic advisory

Street closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Boston in the week leading up to the October 11 Boston Marathon.

Sep 27

Election Department to conduct Ballot Position Drawing for Municipal Election

Today, the Board of Elections Commissioners will hold a ballot position drawing for the November 2 Municipal Election at 2:30 p.m. in the Christopher A. Iannella Chamber on the 5th floor of Boston...