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Apr 3

Demolition Delay application: 75 Bradfield Avenue, Roslindale

The application is to demolish a three-car garage at 75 Bradfield Avenue in Roslindale.

Apr 3

Demolition Delay application: 174 Fisher Ave, Mission Hill

The application is to demolish a two-family residence at 174 Fisher Avenue in Mission Hill.

Apr 3

19th annual Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series coming to local parks

Neighborhood Coffee Hours give residents a unique opportunity to speak directly with Mayor Walsh and staff from City departments.

Apr 3

Mural completed at Boston Community Leadership Academy

The mural features a diverse group of young people taking part in a variety of activities, including reading, skateboarding, eating lunch, and playing basketball.

Apr 3

Bringing arts opportunities to the City every day of the week

April kicks off a season full of outdoor arts and culture events that bring together people from all over Boston.

Apr 3

New investments in operating budget and capital plan to upgrade transportation infrastructure

The investments will contribute to the ongoing implementation of the 58 projects and policies identified in Go Boston 2030.

Apr 2

Fresh food program expanded at Boston Public Schools

The My Way Cafe program will fund the construction of kitchens in 30 district schools.

Mar 30

Fairy House building event at Franklin Park takes place April 19

With winter behind us, it will soon be that time of year when magical creatures reappear in New England’s fields and woods.

Mar 30

Mayor Walsh to open Swan Boats on April 14

Mayor Martin J. Walsh will host the first ride of the season on the popular Boston Swan Boats as they open at the Public Garden lagoon on Saturday, April 14, at 10 a.m.

Mar 30

City of Boston golf courses will open on April 6

Mayor Martin J. Walsh has announced that the City of Boston’s two municipal golf courses will open on April 6 for the 2018 season.

Mar 30

Community Preservation application for 2018 spring pilot program released

The application calls for projects that require less than $500,000 to begin construction by fall 2018. The deadline is April 27.

Mar 30

New investments to aid Emergency Medical Services response times

These investments include an additional ambulance dedicated to servicing residents of East Boston.

Mar 29

New playground at Rafael Hernandez School in Roxbury unveiled

Mayor Walsh joined students and faculty for a ribbon cutting celebration.

Mar 28

Demolition Delay application: 81 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton

The application is to demolish a multi-family residence at 81 Chestnut Hill Avenue in Brighton.

Mar 28

Demolition Delay application: 11 Tilesboro and 136-138 Neponset, Dorchester

The application is to demolish a single-family home at 11 Tilesboro Street and a three-story mixed-use building at 136-138 Neponset Avenue in Dorchester.

Mar 28

Uncovering Boston's past

After an inspiring visit to the City of Boston archives, we decided to launch a new video series highlighting Boston’s history.

Mar 28

#onthisday in 1895, Boston starts construction on America's first subway

On this day in 1895, construction began on the Tremont Street Subway.

Mar 27

Boston Housing Authority development renamed in honor of Doris Buntè

Buntè was honored for her advocacy for housing, legislation, and policy work for those in need.

Mar 27

Mayor Walsh announces gains towards a more equitable Boston

In his annual speech to the Boston Municipal Research Bureau, Mayor Walsh also announced both new initiatives and gains in the growth of Boston's innovative economy.

Mar 27

$3 million in gifts to aid Boston's Way Home fund

Partners Healthcare, Suffolk, and Liberty Mutual have each given $1 million to the Boston's Way Home Fund.

Mar 27

Demolition Delay application: W. Broadway, South Boston

The application is to demolish a gas station at 79-89 West Broadway, commercial buildings at 457-469A West Broadway, and commercial buildings at 476 and 480 West Broadway and 81-89 Dorchester Street...

Mar 27

Mayor Walsh's 2018 remarks to the Boston Municipal Research Bureau

Mayor Martin J. Walsh delivered his remarks at the annual meeting of the Boston Municipal Research Bureau on March 27.

Mar 27

MassWorks funding to aid South Bay expansion infrastructure project

The MassWorks Infrastructure Program provides funds to support and accelerate housing and job growth.

Mar 26

Demolition Delay application: 16 Marmion St, Jamaica Plain

The application is to demolish a single-family residence at 16 Marmion Street in Jamaica Plain.

Mar 26

Demolition Delay application: 208 Neponset Valley Pkwy, Hyde Park

The application is to demolish a single-family residence at 208 Neponset Valley Parkway in Hyde Park.

Mar 26

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Death certificates now have an online option

We’re making things a little bit easier when it comes to buying death certificates from the City of Boston.

Mar 23

April author talks and lectures at the Boston Public Library

All programs and events can be viewed via the library's online calendar.

Mar 22

Traffic advisory for 'March for Our Lives' event on Saturday

The "March for Our Lives" will take place in the City of Boston on Saturday, March 24, starting at 11 a.m.

Mar 22

Boston's efforts on sidewalk resources recognized by Bloomberg

Boston is one of 35 Champion Cities selected as finalists in the 2018 U.S. Mayors Challenge.

Mar 22

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Mayor's Mentoring Movement stories: Alray Scholars

Read the latest post from our Mayor's Mentoring Movement series of personal stories.

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