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Sep 28

City of Boston seeks partner to design first urban forest plan

The 20-year plan will be designed to set citywide goals for canopy protection, be responsive to climate change, and enhance the quality of life for all Bostonians

Sep 28

A rendering of the long-term vision showing Blue Hill Ave with protected bike lanes, center running bus lanes, and enhanced pedestrian safety

Blue Hill Avenue community meeting to discuss near-term improvements, long-term vision

For the past year, theTransportation Department has been leading a community process to re-imagine the future of Blue Hill Avenue.

Sep 28

Boston Racial Equity Fund Steering Committee announced

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the Steering Committee members for the Boston Racial Equity Fund , created to invest in nonprofits and initiatives that empower Boston’s Black and Brown residents...

Sep 28

Funding doubled for seniors to replace heating systems through Seniors Save

The program helps older Bostonians in replacing faulty heating systems to prepare for cold weather.

Sep 28

Demolition Delay application: 120 Kenrick Street, Brighton

The application is to demolish the house at 120 Kenrick Street in Brighton.

Sep 28

Demolition Delay application: 197 Gardner Street, West Roxbury

The application is to demolish the store at 197 Gardner Street in West Roxbury.

Sep 28

Demolition Delay application: 187 Gardner Street, West Roxbury

The application is to demolish the warehouse at 187 Gardner Street in West Roxbury.

Sep 28

Demolition Delay application: 178 Gardner Street, West Roxbury

The application is to demolish the house at 178 Gardner Street in West Roxbury.

Sep 28

George Huynh named liaison for Fields Corner, Vietnamese community

George lives in Fields Corner where he was born and raised.

Sep 25

City of Boston releases 2020 Climate Action Progress report

The Fiscal Year 2020 Climate Action report presents up-to-date information regarding the status and implementation of the City of Boston’s plans and initiatives around climate, energy, and waste.

Sep 25

City calls on neighborhood grocery stores, bodegas, and corner stores to join Double Up Food Bucks

Currently in its third year, the program is looking to expand to more stores to bring affordable fruits and vegetables to Boston's communities.

Sep 25

Mayor, Boston Fire commissioner celebrate beam raising on new firehouse

As the first firehouse built in 30 years, the City of Boston is investing $23.5 million into the new Engine 42, Rescue 2, District 9 building.

Sep 25

September is National Suicide Prevention Month

During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilors Mejia and Essaibi-George, recognizing September as Suicide Prevention Month in the City of Boston.

Sep 24

City of Boston announces preparations ahead of November 3 State Election

Boston's Board of Election Commissioners today certified the City of Boston's plan for early voting sites and ballot dropbox locations for the November 3, 2020, State Election.

Sep 24

Coming soon: Boston's first income-tiered electric vehicle car share

The City of Boston is part of a team that is piloting the City's first income-tiered electric vehicle car sharing program.

Sep 24

Plastic bag requirements set to resume in Boston

Reusable bags are an important part of reducing waste and mitigating harmful effects on the environment.

Sep 24

A message form Commissioner McCosh: The Boston Disability Commission Advisory Board

A weekly message from Commissioner McCosh in support of the local disability community.

Sep 23

Red Sox partner with City of Boston, Public Health Commission on COVID-19 testing for Boston…

To help with the return to in-person learning this fall, the Red Sox, with support from Major League Baseball (MLB), have partnered with the City of Boston and the Boston Public Health Commission to...

Sep 23

New supportive housing for veterans opens in Brighton

Development will provide 25 units of affordable housing and supportive services for veterans in need.

Sep 22

Demolition Delay application: 11 Taft Hill Terrace, Roslindale

The application is to demolish the house at 11 Taft Hill Terrace in Roslindale.

Sep 22

City appoints new Animal Care and Control director and veterinarian

Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods recently announced that Alexis Trzcinski of Dorchester has been promoted to Director of the Animal Care and Control division of the Boston Parks and Recreation...

Sep 22

Free COVID-19 testing now in Grove Hall

The mobile testing team has previously been in Roxbury, Allston, South Boston, Mattapan, and East Boston, ordering 10,874 COVID-19 tests in total.

Sep 22

Mayor Walsh, City of Boston recognize National Recovery Month

Mayor Martin J. Walsh is inviting residents to join him for a series of virtual events marking September as Recovery Month, a national observance that aims to combat the social stigma around addiction...

Sep 22

Mayor Walsh releases request for proposals for visit Boston campaign

Proposals will shape and execute a branding and marketing campaign to attract tourists

Sep 21

Demolition Delay application: 273 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester

The application is to demolish the structure at 273 Gallivan Boulevard in Dorchester.

Sep 21

Mayor Walsh, Boston EMS celebrate new EMT graduates

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined Boston EMS to celebrate the graduation of 10 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) recruits in a socially distanced, outdoor ceremony at LoPresti Park in East Boston

Sep 21

Demolition Delay application: 19 Carroll Street, West Roxbury

The application is to demolish the house at 19 Carroll Street in West Roxbury.

Sep 21

Pics in the Parks snaps parks into focus

The 2020 Pics in the Parks program encouraged residents and visitors to explore Boston’s Parks in a socially distant manner while improving their photography skills.