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May 8

The many hats of Mayor James Michael Curley

Today's Archives' blog post is a guest post by urban historian Max Grinnell. Max visited the City Archives a few weeks ago to look at some of our artifacts and dig into their history.

May 8

City celebrates opening of Whittier Lyndhurst Washington homes

The redevelopment created 44 units of affordable rental housing and 1,000 square feet of commercial space on four sites in Dorchester's Codman Square.

May 8

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Mayor Walsh requests proposals for Zero Waste Plan

The City of Boston wants to create a plan that will reduce waste, spur job growth, and achieve cost-savings.

May 5

#onthisday in 1873, Bostonians debated baseball on the Common

On May 5, 1873, a group of Bostonians asked Boston’s Board of Aldermen to ban the game of baseball from the Boston Common.

May 4

Mayor Walsh, Commissioner Finn celebrate Firefighter Appreciation Day

The event highlighted investments in Boston Fire Department and honored Commissioner Joseph Finn as Fire Chief of the Year.

May 4

Traffic Advisory for Sunday, May 7, 2017

Walk for Hunger and 5K, Other Weekend Events

May 4

Statement from Mayor Walsh on Affordable Care Act repeal effort

Mayor Martin J. Walsh released the following statement today.

May 3

Be a BCYF SuperTeen!

Boston youth ages 13-14 can take part in a high-quality, service-learning experience during the summer months.

May 3

In memory of Kathryn White, an advocate for Boston's elderly

Kathryn White, first lady of Boston from 1968 to 1984, passed away on May 1.

May 2

Imagine Boston 2030: A waterfront for future generations

This guest blog post was written by Richard McGuinness, Deputy Director for Climate Change and Environmental Planning at the Boston Planning & Development Agency.

May 1

Cornerstone of Park Street Church laid #onthisday in 1809

On May 1, 1809, construction began on Park Street Church. Five years earlier, in 1804, a small group of Bostonians began to meet for weekly lectures and prayer.

May 1

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Jamaica Plain Library to reopen on May 20

There's nearly $14 million in planned library projects across the City for FY18, and an additional $102 million in funding for library projects slated for FY19-FY22.

May 1

Boston Public Library announces May Author Talks, literary events

May's author talks include tips for conducting genealogical research, the history of homeless medicine in Boston, and more.

May 1

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Mayor Walsh announces new citizen preservation award

Boston Landmarks Commission kicks off Preservation Month.

Apr 28

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Enrollment open for BCYF’s Snap Shot Teen Photography Program

Youth ages 16-18 can now apply for the Boston Centers for Youth & Families program.

Apr 27

Transportation Department to teach bicycle skills to women this summer

The next generation of bicyclists is also learning to ride through a partnership with Boston Public Schools.

Apr 27

Series of events to explore role of art and design at City Hall

HEROIC ENCOUNTERS: Artists Respond to Boston City Hall explores the form and design of the building through a series of artistic forms.

Apr 27

Children's savings account program Boston Saves awarded $150,000 grant

The funding will help support a financial incentives program that encourages families to save for their children's future.

Apr 26

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Climate Ready Boston Webinar Recap

Earlier today, Greenovate hosted a webinar about Boston’s climate preparedness initiative, Climate Ready Boston.

Apr 26

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Unlocking Boston’s budget

Until this year, three books, 860 pages, and almost three inches of data-rich Boston budget and performance information was buried in a PDF format.

Apr 25

Traffic advisory for Greek Independence Day Parade

The annual Greek Independence Day Parade will take place in the Back Bay on Sunday, April 30.

Apr 25

Mayor Walsh, City leaders launch new Neighborhood Trauma Teams

Neighborhood Trauma Teams (NTT) in Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Roxbury and East Boston will be managed by BPHC and co-led by teams consisting of a community health center and a community...

Apr 24

Proposals requested for South Boston waterfront coastal resiliency planning

The City is looking to expand climate resiliency planning to the Fort Point Channel and the South Boston Waterfront.

Apr 24

First annual Civic Engagement Week underway

The programs featured this week aim to encourage community engagement throughout Boston.

Apr 21

Mayor Walsh, Boston Open Studios coalition announce 2017 Open Studios

Open studios encourages residents to visit art studios and meet artists in their neighborhoods.

Apr 21

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Roxbury E+ Housing Project honored by American Institute of Architects

The development is part of the City of Boston's E+ Green Building Program, which is managed jointly by the BPDA, DND, and the City of Boston Environment Department.

Apr 20

Congratulations 2017 Greenovate Award Winners

Thanks to everyone who came out last night to celebrate Boston’s climate leaders, as well as those who promoted the program, nominated friends and colleagues, and voted for the finalists. We had over...