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Jul 5

Ryan Woods named Parks and Recreation Commissioner

A veteran of the department, Woods has served in the department since 2007.

Jul 3

Notes from the Archives: July 4, 1861

On July 4, 1861, Bostonians celebrated Independence Day as they grappled with the reality of civil war.

Jul 2

Resolution calling for elected officials to support the Equal Rights Amendment

Tuesday, July 2, 2019 - During the annual U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) convening, Mayor Martin J. Walsh led a coalition of mayors in proposing a resolution that called for support for the Equal...

Jul 2

BU's dean of students named orator for 2019 Independence Day celebration

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced Boston University's Associate Provost and Dean of Students, Kenneth Elmore, will be this year's orator for Boston's Independence Day Celebration, which will take...

Jul 2

Traffic advisory for Chinatown Main Street Festival, concerts at Fenway

Special events taking place on Friday, and Saturday, July 5 and 6, will require street closings and parking restrictions in Boston.

Jul 2

Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concerts return July 17

The Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concert Series returns from July 17 to August 14 for another great season of outdoor music to entertain music fans of all ages on City Hall Plaza. Acts include a...

Jul 1

Demolition Delay application: 3850 Washington Street, Roslindale

The application is to demolish a residential structure at 3850 Washington Street in Roslindale.

Jul 1

Demolition Delay application: 7 Ethel Street, Roslindale

The application is to demolish a residential structure at 7 Ethel Street in Roslindale.

Jul 1

Demolition Delay application: 173 Magnolia Street, Dorchester

The application is to demolish a residential structure and garage at 173 Magnolia Street in Dorchester.

Jul 1

Demolition Delay application: 20 Whittier Street, Roxbury

The application is to demolish an institutional structure at 20 Whittier Street in Roxbury.

Jul 1

Demolition Delay application: 3368 Washington Street, Jamaica Plain

The application is to demolish a commercial structure at 3368 Washington Street in Jamaica Plain.

Jul 1

Artists sought for transformative public art projects

We're commissioning at least four projects with budgets ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 that celebrate the diversity of the City.

Jul 1

City of Boston kicks-off 38th annual Harborfest

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the City of Boston will kick-off the 38th annual Boston Harborfest at Faneuil Hall Marketplace on Tuesday, July 2 at 11:00 a.m.

Jul 1

Get fit in July!

This month, we look at guides and resources in the community to help you start or change up your fitness routine.

Jul 1

Summer safety tips: Keep your food safe

To protect yourself, your family, and friends from foodborne illness during warm-weather months, safe food handling when eating outdoors is critical.

Jun 28

BCYF Fun Stops return for the summer

BCYF Fun Stops are free, daily, drop-in activities at four locations in Boston this summer.

Jun 28

Demolition Delay application: 225 Foster Street, Brighton

The application is to demolish a residential structure at 225 Foster Street, Brighton.

Jun 28

BCYF Girls Nights start July 11

Boston girls can register now to attend one or all Girls Nights, a series of free girls-only events throughout the summer.

Jun 28

Traffic advisory for 2019 July Fourth celebration

Special events taking place as part of the City of Boston’s annual July Fourth celebration will require street closings and parking restrictions at select locations in Boston.

Jun 26

Traffic advisory for Saturday, June 29, through Sunday, June 30, 2019

Street closings and parking restrictions will be in effect at select locations in Boston on Saturday, June 29, and Sunday, June 30.

Jun 26

Mayor Walsh's fiscal year 2020 budget passes city council

Investments prioritize high-quality and equitable services for residents

Jun 26

City of Boston launches search for UX partner

This week, we launched a Request for Proposal (RFP) looking for a partner to help us improve the user experience of our digital tools and applications.

Jun 25

Updates coming to parking meter rates starting on Monday, July 1

The increase will more closely align parking meter fees with other U.S. cities and expand on-street parking availability in high traffic areas of Boston. The City of Boston's rates continue to remain...

Jun 25

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Boston City Insider: A career networking event

More than 130 students, alumni, and community members from all walks of life and educational background attended this career networking event.

Jun 25

Six recipients awarded $30,000 total through City of Boston Project Partnership Grants

The Project Partnership Grant Program is intended to support recurring events and programs that create opportunities for artists in Boston.

Jun 25

Demolition Delay application: 54 Waverly St., Brighton

The application is to demolish a residential structure at 54 Waverly Street in Brighton.

Jun 25

Summer safety tips: Rodent and pest control

The warm weather has a tendency to cause a rise in the amount of rodents in the area.

Jun 21

Demolition Delay application: 32R Perkins Street, Jamaica Plain

The application is to demolish a carriage house at 32R Perkins Street in Jamaica Plain.

Jun 21

Yusufi Vali appointed as director of the Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement

Vali will lead Mayor Walsh's vision for uplifting all of Boston's immigrant communities on multiple fronts.

Jun 20

City announces RFP for Copley Square winter activities

With an eye toward turning Copley Square into a four-season hub of family-friendly activity, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department has announced that a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Copley...

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