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Oct 31

New executive order to support equitable procurement process

Mayor Walsh's Executive Order will work to ensure the full participation of all enterprises in City...

Aug 15

BosWomen Entrepreneurs: Tzurit Or

Tatte Bakery and Cafe’s irresistible menu, impeccable design, and welcoming atmosphere are...

Aug 2

Request for Information released for Upham’s Corner Arts and Innovation District

The City wants creative and feasible ideas from potential partners for the planned Arts and...

Jul 19

New dates for 2019 'Mayor on Main' trolley tour

The tour will celebrate the 23rd Annual Boston Main Streets Awards

Apr 9

Kanreki: Celebrating 60 Years of Boston-Kyoto Partnership

In 2019, the City of Boston and the City of Kyoto, Japan will mark 60 years as Sister Cities.

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Jan 16

New jazz restaurant slated for Dudley Square's Bolling Building

The JazzUrbane Cafe was selected for a street-level space that will bring family-friendly dining...

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Jan 15

Economic Development Center launched, expanding economic growth

The workshops will focus on equity, job growth, and community development in multiple languages...

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Dec 19

Natalia Urtubey, Celina Barrios-Millner appointed to Economic leadership positions

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the appointments of Natalia Urtubey as Director of Small...

Nov 27

Mayor celebrates Small Business Saturday, kicks off '#5onMain' campaign

The "#5onMain" campaign is a seasonal initiative for small businesses in Boston, encouraging...

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Oct 12

Fourth annual WE BOS Week aims to support women entrepreneurs

This year's theme, "Get Inspired, Get Connected, Get Funded", aims to address challenges in funding...

Jul 23

Midori Morikawa joins Economic Development as director of Business Strategy

The team’s approach to attracting and retaining businesses has also been strengthened with the...

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Nov 27

City of Boston kicks off annual 'Holidays on Main Streets' campaign

The "#LetsAllShopSmall" campaign and new "Main Streets Explorer" pilot encourage residents to shop...

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Oct 25

New programs to increase economic mobility for Boston residents

One of the programs, Boston Builds Credit, will help 25,000 Boston residents attain a credit score...

Oct 20

Boston submits proposal for Amazon's second headquarters

Mayor Walsh, in partnership with Revere Mayor Brian Arrigo, announced a proposal that celebrates...

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Oct 17

$197,500 in grants awarded to Charlestown community

The Charlestown Community Impact Fund grants were awarded to 38 nonprofits and organizations that...

Oct 11

Request for proposals released for City of Boston disparity study

The disparity study will serve as the foundation for future equity-based policies, building on Mayor...

Oct 6

Mayor Walsh proclaims October as Manufacturing Month

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Aug 31

#MeetBoston challenge welcomes incoming college students to Boston

The new initiative encourages students to venture beyond campus and discover the City.

Aug 28

#MeetBoston Challenge

Welcome to Boston! We’re excited for you to #MeetBoston. Get off campus and explore your new home...

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Aug 10

City announces request for proposals for Bruce C. Bolling building

The City released a request for proposals to operate and activate the 7,800 square foot street-level...

Jun 20

New Small Business Center launched in Mattapan

The center is designed to serve as a one-stop neighborhood resource for small business owners and...

May 26

Sail Boston 2017

The City will host Sail Boston 2017 from Saturday, June 17, to Thursday, June 22.

Mar 2

Mayor Walsh announces formation of business capital and finance unit

Refocused small business lending will increase economic mobility and prioritize historically...

Feb 28

Mayor Walsh announces food truck advisory committee

Working closely with the Mayor's Office of Economic Development, the Committee consists of industry...

Feb 21

City of Boston hosts 'Big Booster' entrepreneur program

Big Booster, launched in April 2015, is the first non-profit, international accelerator program...

Jan 25

Workshop series to offer support for small businesses in Boston

The winter and spring workshops will help entrepreneurs and small business owners of all types and...

Nov 28

Mayor Walsh files Boston residents jobs policy update

The proposal will create more employment opportunities for Boston residents, persons of color, and...

Nov 28

Mayor Walsh launches '#5onMain' challenge

The Mayor is challenging consumers to support small businesses during the holiday season.

Nov 18

Mayor Walsh announces GoWalkTalk will establish U.S. headquarters in Boston

North West of Ireland-based medtech company will capitalize on Boston's entrepreneurial spirit...

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Sep 30

Boston and Mass. host small business resource fair

The event included networking opportunities, workshops, and a keynote address from Roger Berkowitz...