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Jan 10

City of Boston achieves energy efficiency gains with capital improvements to its iconic buildings

Recent capital improvements at the Central Library in Copley Square, City Hall, and 26 Court Street yield savings and eliminate greenhouse gas emissions.

Jan 10

Imagine Boston 2030 book review: Glenna Lang on 'The Death and Life of Great American Cities'

When Jane Jacobs’s impassioned, groundbreaking book, "The Death and Life of Great American Cities," first appeared in 1961, more than half a century ago, it defied and shocked city planners, urban...

Jan 7

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Mayor Walsh announces preparations for weekend winter storm

The Mayor is urging residents to use caution and follow the City's safety tips.

Jan 6

New funds for new works, new spaces, new jobs in the new year

About a year ago, The Boston Foundation (TBF) released a study about funding for the arts in Boston.

Jan 5

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First-of-its-kind report on Greater Boston gender wage gap released

The report found a 23 cent wage gap, meaning women make on average 77 cents for every dollar a man earns in Greater Boston.

Jan 4

Boston Creates six-month update

As 2016 ends, it is a natural time to reflect on milestones and accomplishments of the past year.

Jan 4

We all CANshare!

BCYF is supporting the Mayor's Office of Food Initiatives' CANshare to benefit Bounty Bucks.

Jan 2

Michael O'Neill reappointed as school committee member

O'Neill was appointed to a third, four-year term on the Boston School Committee.

Dec 30

Mayor Walsh announces expansion of tuition-free college

With the addition of MassBay, three options are now available for BPS graduates.

Dec 30

Mayor Walsh announces expansion of tuition free community college

With the addition of MassBay, three options are now available for Boston Public Schools graduates.

Dec 29

Shawn Williams hired as director of public records

Mayor Walsh established first-ever Director of Public Records for the City of Boston.

Dec 28

Traffic Advisory for First Night celebration

We're asking people coming into Boston to enjoy the festivities to leave their vehicles at home and take the MBTA.

Dec 28

Boston receives Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation

Boston’s youth participatory budgeting process was recognized as a top civic engagement practice.

Dec 23

$24 Million HUD grant to help the homeless announced

The HUD Continuum of Care Grant has been awarded to help Boston increase access to permanent supportive housing.

Dec 23

Mayor Walsh announces $24 million HUD grant to help the homeless

The Continuum of Care Grant will support Boston's continued work to end chronic homelessness.

Dec 22

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Acoustic ordinance gives more opportunities to small businesses, musicians

Neighborhood businesses can now host acoustic performances without having to get a live entertainment license or a change of occupancy.

Dec 21

$400,000 state grant to help fund Harambee Park improvements

Harambee Park at 930 Blue Hill Avenue in Mattapan will receive $400,000 as part of $7,259,512 in grant funding recently announced by the Baker-Polito Administration for park and recreation...

Dec 21

Boston University scholarship program expanded for Boston Public Schools students

The scholarship expansion builds on the City's commitment to create higher education opportunities for Boston students.

Dec 21

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Imagine Boston 2030: 1,400 participants joined in imagining growth in the City

Before Imagine Boston 2030 Week in late November, our Engagement Team spent 6 weeks out in full force, gathering input for the first draft of Imagine Boston 2030’s Expanding Opportunity plan.

Dec 16

New art exhibitions open at Boston City Hall in December

The exhibitions are Art in Giving and the 4th Annual Massachusetts College of Art and Design Exhibition.

Dec 16

BCYF December Vacation Week activities offer something for everyone!

The December school vacation week is fast approaching. Make plans today to attend one of the many programs and activities being offered at BCYF centers.

Dec 16

Join the 'L Street Brownies' for the annual New Year’s Day Plunge

One of Boston's oldest traditions will continue with an estimated 600 people plunging into Boston Harbor for the plunge.

Dec 15

City announces advisory committee for housing innovation competition

Advisory Committee, featuring community members, city officials, and renowned innovative architects and developers, to help decide compact living competition

Dec 14

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Mayor Walsh issues tips ahead of bitterly cold weather

Forecasters are predicting an Arctic plunge on Thursday night into Friday, with wind chills reaching 16 degrees below zero.

Dec 14

Boston Public Library Announces Top Borrowed Titles of 2016

The ten most frequently borrowed books from Boston Public Library locations in 2016 took patrons from a modern day train in England to early twentieth-century Boston and to many places in between.