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Jul 15

Diana Fernandez Bibeau named Deputy Chief of Urban Design

Fernandez will elevate the importance of urban design at the Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA), and champion the transformative power of sustainable and walkable communities for all ages and...

Jul 14

Mayor Wu’s Movie Nights begin August 2

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program presents Mayor Wu’s Movie Nights in 11 City of Boston parks from Tuesday, August 2, through Thursday, September 1.

Jul 13

Traffic Advisory for July 16 and 17, 2022

Weekend events include Boston Little Saigon Night Market, the Festival Betances, and the Roxbury Unity Parade.

Jul 13

Michael Cox appointed 44th Commissioner of Boston Police Department

Today, Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Roxbury native and former Dorchester resident Michael Cox as the 44th Commissioner of the Boston Police Department.

Jul 12

Historic Affordability Commitments in First Phase of Harvard Enterprise Research Campus Proposal

Twenty-five percent of residential units will be income-restricted; Harvard will make a $25 million payment to establish Allston-Brighton Affordable Housing Fund

Jul 12

'Swim Safely Boston' Expands Critical Lifeguard Training and Access to Swim Lessons

To date, the program has already trained 30 lifeguards and provided free swim lessons for 700 youth and adults.

Jul 11

Conor Newman Appointed as Neighborhood Services Special Assistant; Francis Mendoza Named Liaison to…

Mayor Wu announced two staffing updates today for the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services.

Jul 8

Stories from Mount Hope: Susie King Taylor

Susie King Taylor was an utterly remarkable woman, the first African American nurse during the Civil War who went on to be the only Black female to publish a memoir of her wartime experience. And that...

Jul 8

Mayor Wu Cuts Ribbon on Newly Renovated McConnell Park

Investments include $7.1 million towards park upgrades and features to further climate resilience

Jul 8

2022 Boston Summer Eats Program and Farmers Market Season Launched

Boston Eats meals are available to youth 18 years and younger at no cost.

Jul 7

Walker Playground Reopened in Mattapan

Mayor Michelle Wu joined Mattapan residents for a Neighborhood Coffee Hour and the official reopening of Walker Playground at 550 Norfolk Street on June 30.

Jul 7

Parks Department Recognized with Preservation and Climate Change Awards

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s mission of protecting the City of Boston park system’s storied legacy while embracing sustainability for future generations has been recognized with a pair...

Jul 7

Traffic Advisory for Open Streets Boston in Jamaica Plain for July 10, 2022

The first Open Streets Boston event will take place on Sunday, July 10, 2022, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Centre Street from Jackson Square to Centre/South, where the street will be closed to vehicles and...

Jul 6

$20 Million Investment to Expand Boston's Universal Pre-K Program

Boston UPK expansion includes new funding formula, increase to 992 seats in community provider settings, and plans to serve family child care.

Jul 5

One Congress Advisory on Government Center Garage De-Construction

As work progresses at the One Congress site, crews are set to deconstruct a portion of the Government Center Garage.

Jul 5

City of Boston Announces New Polling Locations Following October Reprecincting

New precinct structure focuses on equity across voting populations in each precinct to reduce wait times and increase voter access.

Jul 5

City names Millennium Park fields and playground in honor of Tom Menino and Alice Hennessey

Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods joined members of the Menino and Hennessey families on June 18 to unveil signs at Millennium Park in West Roxbury officially naming the...

Jul 5

Why You Should Become a Lifeguard

From ample job openings to transferable life skills, lifeguarding is a job worth considering — do you have what it takes?

Jul 1

Butterflies to the right of a Visitor sign on the 3rd floor of Boston City Hall

Immigrant Heritage Month 2022: Butterfly Stories

See the butterflies on the 2nd and 3rd floors of Boston City Hall!

Jul 1

Summer Safety Tips

There is a nothing like summertime in New England. Whether you're swimming, grilling, riding a bike or enjoying other outdoor activities in the beautiful sunshine, the Boston Public Health Commission...

Jul 1

Council Adopts Resolution Affirming Full Abortion Rights

During this week’s Council meeting, the Council passed a resolution affirming full abortion rights and reproductive equity in opposition to the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade. The Council...

Jul 1

Somali Independence Day

The Somali republic was formed on July 1, 1960 as a unification of the Trust Territory of Italian Somaliland, and British Somaliland. The independence day of Somalia is a national holiday observed...

Jul 1

National PTSD Awareness Day

According to a 2020 survey, since the 9/11 attack, 83% of all US veterans, as well as men and women on active duty, have experienced some form of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a result of...

Jul 1

Council Declares Road Crash Injuries a Public Health Crisis

In the United States, motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death, killing over 100 people every day. In fact, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among US children and...

Jul 1

Dia Di Kabuverdianus Na Boston

This week, the Council adopted a resolution recognizing July 5th as Dia Di Kabuverdianus Na Boston also known as "Boston Cabo Verdean's Day.” On July 5th, 1975, after years of struggle against...

Jul 1

Parks Department hosts summer golf course concert series

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s live music offerings continue in 2022 with a series of Wednesday evening summer concerts on the patios at the City of Boston’s two golf course clubhouses.

Jun 30

$500,000 Awarded in Workforce Development Contracts for Artists and Creative Workers

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture today announced $500,000 in contracted services has been awarded to 12 individuals and organizations to provide technical assistance...

Jun 30

Boston Together Again, A Summer And Fall Downtown Event Series, Announced

Boston-based, Black, and woman-owned events firm to host weekday programming from mid-July to mid-October.

Jun 30

Paul F. Burke Named Boston Fire Commissioner

Today, Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of longtime Boston firefighter Paul F. Burke as Commissioner of the Boston Fire Department. He will officially begin in his new role tomorrow.

Jun 30

Disaster Housing Request For Information Released

The City of Boston's Office of Emergency Management is seeking input from the community.

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