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May 8

Demolition Delay application: 892 Metropolitan Avenue, Hyde Park

The application is to demolish a single-family residence at 892 Metropolitan Avenue in Hyde Park, MA.

May 8

Applications open for 2018-2019 SPARK Boston Council

Council members serve as leaders who empower and support Boston's young adults.

May 8

Artists sought for public art at Dudley Branch of the Boston Public Library

The deadline to submit proposals is Friday, June 8, 2018, by 12 p.m. EST.

May 7

Demolition Delay application: 321 West Broadway, South Boston

The application is to demolish a mixed-use structure at 321 West Broadway in South Boston.

May 7

2018 BCYF Summer Grants released for local organizations

Grants will support fun, safe, and enriching youth programming this summer.

May 7

Jabari Asim, Linda Dorcena Forry appointed to Boston Public Library Board of Trustees

Journalist Ben Bradlee has also been re-appointed as a Trustee.

May 7

Boston maintains perfect AAA bond rating

Under Mayor Walsh's leadership, Boston continues its strong fiscal track record

May 7

Message from the commissioner: summit to focus on accessible transportation

Kristen McCosh, the Commissioner of the Mayor's Commission for Persons with Disabilities, provides a weekly update on the work happening in her office.

May 4

Demolition Delay application: 10 O Street, South Boston

The application is to demolish a single-family residence at 10 O Street in South Boston.

May 4

Mayor Walsh, Boston Main Streets Foundation launch grant to increase connectivity and enrich…

Connected Communities Grant will support new transportation options, programs for residents to visit City of Boston's 20 Main Streets Districts

May 4

Mayor Walsh and Commissioner Evans share summer safety strategy

Mayor Walsh, Commissioner Evans continue commitment to community policing, access to services, and prevention initiatives through summer months

May 3

New team to help modernize City shelter system

The new partnership will result in a modernized emergency shelter system that is designed to help people experiencing homelessness successfully exit shelter as quickly as possible.

May 3

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We’re helping celebrate City Hall’s 50th anniversary

The Digital Team is doing its part to honor this pending Boston landmark.

May 3

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

The Employee Assistance Program encourages workers and their families to practice self-care and make use of individual and community resources. Read below for further information.

May 3

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Notes from the Archives: #onthisday in 1962, design for Boston City Hall chosen

On this day in 1962, a panel of judges announced the winning design for Boston’s New City Hall.

May 2

Traffic advisory for weekend of May 5 and 6, 2018

The annual Walk for Hunger and 5K Run is taking place, among other events.

May 2

Lori Nelson hired as new City of Boston chief resilience officer

Nelson will lead city-wide resilience building efforts to help Boston implement long-term strategies for protecting the City from the effects of persistent racial and economic inequality.

May 2

Many exhibits on display this May at City Hall galleries

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture today announced several exhibits that will be on display throughout the month of May in the galleries at Boston City Hall.

May 2

Next steps taken to rebuild Long Island bridge

The City of Boston filed a notice of intent with the Boston Conservation Commission with plans to rebuild Long Island bridge.

May 1

Four-week, dedicated bus lane pilot to begin Monday, May 7, in Roslindale

The Boston Transportation Department announced today that, in partnership with the MBTA, the City of Boston will implement a four-week pilot program beginning Monday, May 7, to comprehensively test...