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Apr 8

2019 Boston Marathon traffic advisory

Street closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Boston.

Apr 5

Franklin Park master plan announced by Mayor Walsh

The Boston Parks and Recreation department will launch a new master plan for Franklin Park, Boston's largest park.

Apr 5

City Council supports Medicare for All in Massachusetts

At this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution supporting Massachusetts Senate Bill No. 683, An Act Establishing Medicare for All in Massachusetts.

Apr 5

Boston teens invited to apply for Snap Shot Teen Photography program

The BCYF Snap Shot program teaches teens about photography while they explore Boston’s neighborhoods, museums, and historic sites.

Apr 5

City Council shows support for Boston School Police

During this week’s Council meeting, the Council passed a home-rule petition filed by Councilor Baker that would move Boston School Police (BSP) officers from their current retirement classification to...

Apr 5

Who is language and communications access for?

In 2016, Mayor Martin J. Walsh signed a City ordinance called “Establishing Language and Communications Access for City Services.” We are excited to share with you the progress that has been made in...

Apr 5

Major transportation initiatives announced as part of the FY20 budget

Mayor Walsh announces $4 million in Boston's Walkable Streets, $2 million in bike infrastructure, and $500,000 to create new public plazas.

Apr 5

Investments announced to address housing needs through new dedicated revenue as part of recommended…

Increased revenue will be invested into ending chronic and youth homelessness, and creating and preserving affordable housing

Apr 4

Traffic advisory for Greek parade, MS Walsh, Doyle's Road Race

The Greek Independence Day Parade, as well as the MS Walk and Doyle’s Road Race will take place in the City of Boston on Sunday, April 7, 2019.

Apr 4

Reducing stress for the spring

This month, we look at tips to reduce stress as the weather begins to warm.

Apr 4

Patriots Day Weekend 2019

We have information about parking and street closures for the Boston Marathon, Patriots Day Parade, BAA 5K, Invitational Mile, and Kids Relay Races.

Apr 4

Preparing your home for spring

Tips from the City's Inspectional Services Department for how to prepare your home for spring.

Apr 2

$15 million investment in universal pre-k to guarantee equitable access to free, high-quality pre-k…

Building on Mayor Martin J. Walsh's long standing commitment to ensuring every child in Boston has access to a high-quality education, today Mayor Walsh announced the City will invest $15 million in...

Apr 2

Haley Dillon appointed neighborhood liaison for South Boston

As the South Boston liaison, Haley will serve as the primary contact for constituents and businesses looking to connect with the Mayor's Office.

Apr 1

Community leaders and Mayor Walsh vow to make Boston count in the 2020 census

Full participation in the 2020 Census will rely on outreach in hard-to-count communities

Apr 1

Mayor Walsh asks for help in advocating for dedicated arts and culture funding

Please take a moment to read the letter from Mayor Walsh below, and help the City of Boston find new investments for arts and culture.

Apr 1

Demolition Delay application: 56 Winship Street, Brighton

The application is to demolish a residential structure at 56 Winship Street in Brighton.

Apr 1

Demolition Delay application: 9 Glencoe Street, Brighton

The application is to demolish a residential structure at 9 Glencoe Street in Brighton, MA 02135.

Mar 29

City Council approves regulations for shared mobility

This week, the Council voted to pass an ordinance to establish licensing and regulations for shared mobility businesses, such as electric scooters.

Mar 29

'Boston Ode': a poem by Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola

Read the latest poem by Porsha Olayiwola, the City of Boston Poet Laureate.

Mar 29

Fairy House Building event returns to Franklin Park April 18

Having made it through another winter, it will soon be the time of year when we see the magical creatures that reappear in New England’s fields and woods in the spring.

Mar 28

More than $800,000 in grants awarded for arts and culture projects

Ten projects have been awarded grants totaling $809,500 through the City of Boston’s Edward Ingersoll Browne Trust Fund.

Mar 27

Bethany Serota appointed Deputy Director of the Mayor’s Office of Fair Housing and Equity

Bethany Serota, with an extensive career as an advisor, human rights advocate, and a litigator in both the public and private sectors, is now the deputy director for the Mayor’s Office of Fair Housing...

Mar 27

Inspectional Services employee completes 35 years of service with City

We're saying farewell to Assistant Commissioner John Meaney.

Mar 26

BCYF SuperTeen program to return

The program offers a high-quality service-learning experience during the summer months.

Mar 26

Mayor's Office of Workforce Development releases new report exploring untapped potential among…

Study finds workers without bachelor's degrees can fill vacancies in high-demand industries.

Mar 26

Mayor Walsh releases 2018 IDP report

Over 20 percent of Boston's total IDP inventory completed in 2018.

Mar 26

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Notes from the Archives: On this day in 1931, Leonard Nimoy is born in Boston's West End

As a young person, Nimoy worked various jobs in the West End. He sold newspapers, worked at local theaters, and shined shoes. He also started his own photography business.