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Feb 15

Boston Police Department Update on Police Reform

Since our last update on police reform posted on October 4, 2021, additional progress has been made.

Feb 14

Parks Department Hosts February Vacation Week Activities

Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join the Boston Parks and Recreation Department for...

Feb 14

Pics in the Parks: Winter Challenge 1 - Weather

Our weekly photography clinic has weekly challenges to help you hone and improve your photography...

Feb 14

Executive Director of Youth Green Jobs Initiative Named

Davo Jefferson will enhance workforce development for young adults and returning citizens in fields...

Feb 11

Community Clean Air Grant Recipient Announced

This grant will support a community-based initiative to raise awareness about air pollution and...

Feb 11

Stories from Mount Hope: Victims of the 1913 Arcadia Hotel Fire

One monument on Mt Hope Avenue commemorates the victims of a tragic event in Boston history, the...

Feb 11

Boston to Offer Residents Weekend Curbside Textile Collection

The program builds on the already 30 textile dropbox locations across the City.

Feb 11

City Council supports equitable representation

As it stands, state agencies are not required to collect disaggregated data on race and ethnicity.

Feb 10

New Mayor's Youth Council Sworn In

This group of 86 high schoolers works to engage and empower Boston’s youth through civic...

Feb 10

City Reports Boston’s Most Popular Dog Names

Reminder: Boston dog licensing deadline is March 31

Feb 10

Mayor Wu Announces Budget Listening Tour

The Mayor and Budget Office are seeking community feedback on how Boston's annual budget resources...

Feb 10

Councilor Murphy Delivers Maiden Speech

Councilor Murphy is the first City Councilor to deliver a virtual maiden speech.

Feb 9

Two-Year, Fare-Free Program for MBTA Bus Routes 23, 28, and 29 launches on March 1, 2022

Mayor Michelle Wu today announced that the City of Boston is launching the two-year fare-free...

Feb 9

More Than $3.4 Million in Grants Awarded to Local Arts and Cultural Organizations

One hundred and ninety-two arts and cultural organizations received grants totaling $3,422,000 as...

Feb 8

Update to B Together Policy Announced

Mayor Michelle Wu today announced metrics that will be used to determine when to lift the City’s B...

Feb 7

In Their Own Words: Anna Cole and Reverend Richard Owens on Community Ties and Activism

In the 1970s, housing activist Anna Cole and Reverend Richard Owens, pastor of the People's Baptist...

Feb 7

Statements from Mayor Wu, School Committee Chair Jeri Robinson, and Superintendent Brenda Cassellius

The statements are related to the transition of Dr. Cassellius out of her role as Superintendent at...

Feb 4

Boston Winter Express Announced

The Winter Express will bring outdoors cold weather entertainment and activation to Boston...

Feb 3

BCYF Nazzaro Community Center to Temporarily Close February 28

Lead paint remediation project expected to take eight weeks.

Feb 3

Frank Farrow appointed Executive Director of Mayor’s Office for Black Male Advancement

Mayor Wu also announced that the Black Men and Boys Commission is accepting new member applications...

Feb 2

Over $12 Million Invested in Digital Equity and Inclusion

Mayor Michelle Wu and Senator Ed Markey today announced an investment of over $12 million to bring...

Feb 1

City of Boston Acquires Property Adjacent to Hyde Park-Roslindale Urban Wild

The City of Boston has acquired 2.8 acres to add to the footprint of the Monterey Hilltop Urban Wild...

Feb 1

In Their Own Words: Jessie Gideon Garnett, Boston's First Black Woman Dentist

In the mid 1970s, Jessie Gideon Garnett, Boston's first Black, woman dentist shared her story with...

Feb 1

February is Black History Month

This month, we link to books, local events, and virtual resources celebrating Black History Month.

Feb 1

New Online Grocery Shopping Access Available for SNAP Participants

Residents using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits can order through Daily...

Feb 1

Get in Shape with the City of Boston’s Virtual Winter Fitness Series

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) recently...

Jan 31

Mayor Wu Proposes Transfer Fee on Certain Real Estate Sales to Fund Affordable Housing

The fees will be used to generate additional funding for affordable housing in Boston and provide...

Jan 31

Sign on the gatepost of Mount Hope Cemetery

Stories from Mount Hope: A Brief History

The second entry in the Stories from Mount Hope blog is an overview and quick history about this...

Jan 30

Mayor Wu to Lift Snow Emergency and Parking Ban Monday, January 31, at 6 a.m.

Residents urged to abide by snow regulations, offer help with shoveling sidewalks, fire hydrants...

Jan 28

Affordable Connectivity Program Now Available

The Affordable Connectivity Program offers eligible households up to $30 per month for broadband...

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