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May 24
Boston to host 12th annual Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color Conference
The conference will convene local leaders and educators from around the country for discussions...
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May 24
Boston Public Library announces June author talks and lectures
Events include an author panel celebrating Pride Month, talks including topics such as local...
On May 24, 1854, federal marshals arrested Anthony Burns, a fugitive from slavery, in Boston. His...
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May 23
Demolition Delay application: 40 B Street, South Boston
The application is to demolish a single-story commercial structure at 40 B Street in South Boston.
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May 23
Three-year partnership to expand reach of Boston's community gardens
The program aims to engage and enhance up to 40 community gardens in six neighborhoods in Boston.
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May 22
Demolition Delay application: 5251 and 5245 Washington Street, West Roxbury
The application is to demolish a single-family residence at 5251 Washington Street and a two-family...
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May 22
Demolition Delay application: 301-323 Border Street, East Boston
The application is to demolish commercial and industrial structures at 301, 305-307, and 315-317...
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May 22
Demolition Delay application: 946 Saratoga Street, East Boston
The application is to demolish a commercial structure at 946 Saratoga Street in East Boston.
Through the Opportunity Fund, artists and educators are provided grants of up to $1,000 for...
The graduating class was comprised of 25 engaged, diverse and enthusiastic students over the age of...
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May 18
Workforce development gains made in increasing economic mobility in City
Workforce development and financial empowerment initiatives have helped boost Boston's...
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May 18
Julie Burros to depart as chief of Arts and Culture
Kara Elliott-Ortega, Director of Planning and Policy at the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture...
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May 18
Third edition of the Open Newbury Street series announced
Newbury Street will become a pedestrian-only walkway, closing to vehicles to allow pedestrians the...
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May 17
City of Boston traffic advisory for Saturday, May 19, and Sunday, May 20
Events this weekend include the MA Fallen Heroes Dedication, Youth Pride March, Adidas Boost Track...
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May 17
Americorps VISTA members to build capacity in closing food access gaps in Boston
The effort will serve low-income communities and communities of color in Boston, Malden, Everett,...
As with all of our editorial content, we’re giving City staff guidelines for when they create...
Boston Centers for Youth & Families' outdoor pools and beach open on Saturday, June 16.
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May 15
Message from the commissioner: support for proposed changes to 521 CMR
The annual report spans over 900 pages, and is full of detailed information and statistics.
Councilors Pressley and Essaibi-George honored Joseph D. Feaster, Jr., a parent who lost his son to...
Tania will oversee and coordinate initiatives to promote equal rights and equal...
The City Council is in its fourth week of budget hearings for Fiscal Year 2019.
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May 14
Boston youth invited to vote on how to spend $1 million of City's capital budget
Youth ages 12-25 in Boston have a chance to vote on how the City of Boston will spend $1 million...
Xu will serve as the primary contact for constituents and businesses looking to connect with the...
Hires will help advance the Library's mission by ensuring the success of its philanthropic...
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May 11
Demolition Delay Application: 24 Cambridge Street, Charlestown
The application is to demolish a two-story, multi-residential building at 24 Cambridge Street in...
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May 10
Boston awarded $100,000 grant by National Endowment for the Arts
The grant is one of 60 awards totaling $4.1 million supporting projects across the nation through...
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May 10
City of Boston launches first-ever accessibility survey
The survey will help guide the City's strategic planning and policy development.
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May 10
New grant to help implement local green stormwater infrastructure project
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department was recently selected by the National Recreation and...
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May 10
Roxbury Small Business Center launched
The latest workshop series installment will feature contracting opportunities with various City of...