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New development at 3368 Washington Street welcomes residents and provides 202 affordable homes with essential support services
People attending the parade are strongly encouraged to take public transit.
These condominiums, located at 120-122 Hancock Street, are available from $219,500 to $334,700.
Thomas W. Piper was a devout Baptist church-goer and became a sexton at the large, prosperous Warren Avenue Baptist Church in Boston’s South End. But he was also a convicted serial killer.
March Update
Prior to committing federal (HUD) funding for the construction or rehabilitation of housing and community development projects, the public is afforded 18 calendar days (excluding federal holidays) to...
Mayor Michelle Wu, in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), invites Boston girls aged 7 to 12 to participate in the annual All...
This historic acquisition, supported by newly launched Boston Acquisition Fund, makes all units affordable while keeping Fairlawn residents in their homes
New campaign aims to reduce stigma and separate fact from fiction on HIV treatments
The Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilor Fernandes Anderson to extend heartfelt wishes to the beloved Muslim community in Boston, Massachusetts, the United States, and around the world...
This week, Councilors Louijeune, Mejia and Coletta Zapata introduced a resolution to denounce the potential rollback of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian, Venezuelan, and other designated...
The Cabo Verdean American community has played a vital role in Boston's cultural, social, and economic landscape. Despite their resilience and significant contributions, they face ongoing challenges...
On March 5, 1770, Crispus Attucks made the ultimate sacrifice as the first person killed in the Boston Massacre, sparking the flames of the American Revolution. Born into slavery with Black and Native...
“In times like this, we need to stand together and I think [today] we showed not just the city, but the whole country that this city is not going to back down, and we’re going to stand up for our...
This week, the Council approved an order to accept and utilize a donation of a set of lockers, three bookshelves, and a desk – valued at $1,800 – donated by The Winsor School. These items will be used...
Progress Report: Mattapan, an interactive storymap, was recently updated to share progress the City has made in the neighborhood. Read about four of the projects featured in the report.
Boston's Parks and Recreations will host the first annual Duck Boat Pull, an event that benefits youth sports programming!
Week of 3/3 – 3/7 Work hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Continue installing light pole bases, conduits, and pull boxes from Hebron St. to Harvard St. Continue paving temporary sidewalks after conduit...
Boston to invest $250,000 to support free swim lessons this spring and summer, with applications now open for partner organizations.
Mayor Michelle Wu testified before Congress on Boston’s immigration policies.
This month, we take a look at organizations promoting resources for those with physical and mental disabilities.
The Age Strong Commission and the Boston Tax Help Coalition (BTHC) are collaborating to ensure that Boston's older residents can find out if they are eligible for tax-exemptions, tax deferrals, and...
Women’s History Month is an important time to honor the achievements and resilience of women throughout history, while also acknowledging the ongoing work to achieve gender equity. This week, the...
Since its launch in 2017, the Parent Mentor Program (PMP) has become a cornerstone of community engagement and student support in Boston Public Schools (BPS). By fostering strong partnerships among...
Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston’s Office of Youth Engagement (OYEA) today announced the start of Youth Lead the Change (YLC) voting for all youth ages 14-25 who live, work, or attend school...
On February 27th, the City Council commemorated the Independence Day of the Dominican Republic, marking the establishment of a sovereign nation and the beginning of a rich history of resilience...
This March, the City of Boston proudly celebrates Irish-American Heritage Month, honoring the significant contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants to our city's growth and development...
This week, Councilors Durkan, Breadon, and Fitzgerald offered a resolution to denounce funding cuts to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in both Boston and Massachusetts. The NIH plays a crucial...
This week, Councilor Flynn offered a resolution to denounce the recent layoffs to personnel and services at the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). Over the past two weeks, as part of a federal...
In 2024, the Office of Workforce Development (OWD) joined 1200 communities across the country to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The United States...
