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Oct 15

Mayor Janey and Boston Parks Department announce Ash Tree Care Plan

Emerald Ash Borer a threat to Boston’s Ash Trees.

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Oct 15

City of Boston announces Accessible Voting ahead of November 2 Election

Ballot drop boxes now open; early voting begins October 23.

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Oct 14

Grantees of Food Sovereignty and Community Grants announced

$2.2 million in funding has been awarded to increase community-led food access solutions, provide...

Oct 14

Mayor Janey, Boston Fire Commissioner Dempsey Cut Ribbon On New Firehouse

As Boston’s first new firehouse in 30 years, the City invested $23.5 million into the Engine 42...

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Oct 13

Mayor Janey announces Salsa Dance Party to be held Tomorrow

This salsa-inspired Hispanic Heritage Month celebration is free and open to all.

Oct 13

Swim Safely Partnership, an Initiative to increase Water Safety for Boston Residents, announced

The new community partnership will reduce drowning risk while addressing racial and economic...

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Oct 13

City of Boston celebrates Dia de Muertos in Copley Square

Public invited to participate in Boston’s fourth annual Day of the Dead altar and event.

Oct 12

Groundbreaking held for new affordable housing in Nubian Square

The Kenzi at Bartlett Station will create 50 units of supportive, affordable housing for older...

Oct 12

It’s in the books: Boston’s new women voters in 1920

In 1920, over 50,000 newly enfranchised women registered to vote in Boston.

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Oct 12

New development review guidelines launched to reduce traffic, congestion

The guidelines for new developments over 50,000 square feet will facilitate a more efficient and...

Oct 8

Demolition Delay application: 56 Oakridge Street, Mattapan

The application is to demolish the house at 56 Oakridge Street in Mattapan.

Oct 8

Groundbreaking event held for park honoring Justice Edward O. Gourdin, Black war veterans

Mayor Kim Janey yesterday joined veterans, park advocates, and neighborhood residents to break...

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Oct 8

New play lot opened at Medal of Honor Park in South Boston

The McGrath Family joined the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and fellow South Boston...

Oct 8

Demolition Delay application: 137 Falcon Street, East Boston

Application is to demolish the house and shed at 137 Falcon Street in East Boston.

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Oct 7

2021 Boston Marathon public safety and health preparations announced

Learn more about how the City of Boston is preparing ahead of the event.

Oct 7

Demolition Delay application: 110-114 Brookline Avenue, Fenway / Kenmore

The application is to demolish the two-story building at 110-114 Brookline Avenue in Fenway/ Kenmore...

Oct 7

Demolition Delay application: 104-106 Brookline Avenue, Fenway / Kenmore

The application is to demolish the three-story building at 104-106 Brookline Avenue in Fenway /...

Oct 7

City Council offers land acknowledgement

During this week’s Council meeting, Councilor Breadon offered a land acknowledgement to recognize...

Oct 7

City Council declares October 6 as Chaz Davis Day

In 2016, Chaz Davis represented the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts at the Rio...

Oct 7

City Council celebrates 'Co-operative Month'

During this week’s City Council meeting, the Council voted to adopt a resolution to declare the...

Oct 7

Demolition Delay application: 100-102 Brookline Avenue, Fenway / Kenmore

The application is to demolish the three-story building at 100-102 Brookline Avenue in Fenway/...

Oct 7

Demolition Delay application: 49-67 Lansdowne Street, Fenway / Kenmore

The application is to demolish the two-story parking garage building at 49-67 Lansdowne Street in...

Oct 7

Demolition Delay application: 45-47 Lansdowne Street, Fenway / Kenmore

The application is to demolish the three-story building at 45-47 Lansdowne Street in Fenway /...

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Oct 7

October 2021: Latest updates from the Department of Neighborhood Development

Welcome to the Department of Neighborhood Development’s monthly newsletter. This October update...

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Oct 6

Mayor Janey establishes Indigenous Peoples Day in Boston

Mayor Janey signed an executive order declaring the second Monday of October to be Indigenous...

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Oct 6

Grand opening of Indigo Block celebrated in Dorchester

The new development creates 89 units of affordable housing and 23,000 square feet of commercial and...

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Oct 6

Early voting locations in Boston for 2021 Municipal Election

For the Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 2, the early voting period starts on Saturday...

Oct 5

Demolition Delay application: 85 Van Ness Street, Fenway / Kenmore

The application is to demolish the two-story warehouse at 85 Van Ness Street in Fenway / Kenmore.

Oct 5

Demolition Delay application: 197 Havre Street, East Boston

The application is to demolish the three-story residential building at 197 Havre Street in East...

Oct 5

Demolition Delay application: 7 Wordsworth Street, East Boston

The application is to demolish the two-story residential building at 7 Wordsworth Street in East...

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