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Check out some of the awesome opportunities we have for youth employment at the Parks Department this summer!
Saturday, March 15, 2025 - Family members, teachers, and friends were on hand today to support 24 Boston youth from across the City competing in Boston’s 17th annual BCYF Citywide Spelling Bee...
Planning Department shares new RFP to create Planning and Design Academy for Boston residents
To ensure the roadway remains safe, accessible and well-functioning for all its users the City of Boston will be removing the dedicated bus lane on Boylston Street beginning on Tuesday, March 18, 2025...
The Council adopted a resolution declaring Boston a sanctuary city for transgender individuals and all members of the LGBTQIA2s+ community. The resolution passed, securing a 12-1 vote. The move...
In a move to recognize the critical role of social workers in Boston Public Schools, the Council has officially declared March 12, 2025, as "School Social Worker Appreciation Day." This day will honor...
Mayor Wu appoints Dr. Elsie Taveras to the role of Chair of the Boston Board of Health and appoints Stan McLaren to serve on the Board
The Worker Empowerment Cabinet is excited to announce the launch of the Learning Lab webpage.
The City of Boston and BUSP will aim to award 50% of all total contracting dollars, for the design, construction, and ongoing operations of the White Stadium renovation project, to minority- and women...
Mayor Michelle Wu, Pine Street Inn, The Community Builders celebrate the new development at 3368 Washington Street that welcomes residents and provides 202 affordable homes with essential support...
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!
We expect to make significant progress on building new curb and sidewalk on Cummins Highway, pending any unforeseen subsurface issues, periods of inclement weather or supply delays. Curb and sidewalk...
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.
