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Photo of BCYF Vine Street ribbon cutting

Dec 23

Artists selected to carry out three permanent public art projects in Roxbury

These three projects are funded through the City of Boston's Percent for Art program, which...

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Dec 21

Mayor Walsh Announces New Action Plan on Evictions in Boston

Eviction executions decline 10.1 percent over 3 year period; new goals set to further reduce...

Dec 20

Call for art! Tell us what the 19th Amendment means to you today

We're seeking original posters inspired by the Women's Suffrage and Equal Rights movements for our...

Dec 20

It's time for the 'L Street Brownies' annual New Year’s Day Swim!

All are welcome to start off 2020 with a refreshing swim!

Dec 20

Martin's Park honored for resiliency, accessibility, and innovation

On November 18, Boston Harbor Now presented Martin’s Park with an Onboard Award, an annual award...

Dec 20

Franklin Park wins Boston Preservation Alliance Stewardship Award

Franklin Park, owned and maintained by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, was recognized...

Dec 19

Signing of Trust Act amendments into law

Updated ordinance further clarifies the role of local law enforcement officials in relation to...

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Dec 19

26th annual Mayor's Cup Youth Hockey Tournament now underway

Boston’s top youth hockey teams are now meeting for the 2019 Mayor’s Cup Hockey Tournament that...

Dec 19

Students at the Kenny explore the garden

Green City Growers, an organization that installs raised garden beds in schools and leads garden...

Dec 19

Demolition Delay application: 14 Eldora Street, Mission Hill

The application is to demolish the residence at 14 Eldora Street in Mission Hill.

Dec 18

City of Boston gives electric vehicle program a jolt

The City of Boston is supporting the growth of electric vehicles. To do this, we're installing...

Dec 17

Testimony given in support of strengthening Boston's ability to create affordable housing, workforce training

Legislation will strengthen Boston's Linkage, Inclusionary Development Policy

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Dec 17

Snow preparations announced

Residents encouraged to take caution and abide by snow regulations; municipal offices, BCYF and...

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Dec 17

Wreaths for veterans placed in Boston cemeteries and burying grounds

The Boston Parks and Recreation Cemeteries Division is participating in Wreaths Across America for...

Dec 16

Demolition Delay Application: 50-56 Leo Birmingham Parkway

The application is to demolish the commercial structure at 50-56 Leo Birmingham Parkway in Brighton.

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Dec 16

Petition signed for a transfer fee on real estate sales to generate additional funding for affordable housing

Following months of collaboration with the Boston City Council, Mayor Martin J. Walsh today signed a...

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Dec 13

Mayor Walsh and Commissioner Gross issue public safety guidelines for nightclubs and licensed establishments

Dec 13

Organizations selected to conduct 2020 U.S. Census outreach

The 13 nonprofits selected have each been granted $5,000 to $10,000 to reach "hard-to-count"...

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Dec 13

Santa Speedo Run and North End Christmas Parade

Traffic Advisory for Saturday and Sunday, December 14 and 15, 2019

A Memorial of Phillips Brooks from the City of Boston, 1893, Collection 0100.006

Dec 13

On this day in 1835, Phillips Brooks, author of "O Little Town of Bethlehem," is born in Boston

On this day in 1835, Phillips Brooks was born in Boston. Brooks served as the rector of Boston’s...

Dec 13

The City Council says 'farewell' to four of their own

Four Councilors, Councilors Ciommo, Garrison, McCarthy, and Zakim, closed their books on years of...

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Dec 11

Mayor Walsh signals support of transfer fee on real estate sales to generate additional funding for affordable housing

Mayor Martin J. Walsh signaled his formal support of a proposal to implement a transfer fee up to 2...

MAYOR WALSH SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER REQUIRING NEW MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS TO TARGET CARBON NEUTRALITY

Dec 11

Executive order requires new municipal buildings to target carbon neutrality

New municipal building construction will have to be low-energy and fossil fuel-free, while meeting...

Dec 10

Demolition Delay Application: 197-207 Maverick Street, East Boston

The application is to demolish the commercial structure at 197-207 Maverick Street in East Boston.

Dec 9

Demolition Delay application: 19 Blueview Circle, West Roxbury

The application is to demolish the residence at 19 Blueview Circle in West Roxbury.

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Dec 9

Revised Boston Trust Act amendments submitted to Boston City Council

City ordinance delineates the work of local law enforcement officials in relation to federal...

Dec 9

Demolition Delay Application: 4 Payne Street, Dorchester

The application is to demolish the residence at 4 Payne Street in Dorchester.

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Dec 7

Boston receives 139 housing vouchers for residents with disabilities, homeless individuals and families

Boston Housing Authority (BHA) has been awarded $1.8 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and...

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Dec 6

City of Boston traffic advisory for December 7 and 8

The Jolly Jaunt, South Boston Catholic Academy Road Race, Hill House Tree and Wreath Sale, and...

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Dec 2

Boston Public schools closed Tuesday as City continues to prepare for snow

Municipal offices and Boston Public Library locations will be open during regular hours. Residents...