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Nov 3

COVID-19 Vaccines, Boosters, and Flu Shots Now Available at Bolling Building

BPHC announced the expansion of services in addition to COVID-19 testing.

Nov 3

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City Archaeology Program to Study Enslaved History at the Loring Greenough House in Jamaica Plain

The City Archaeologist announces a new archaeological dig at the Landmark-designated Loring Greenough House beginning on Monday, November 7, 2022.

Nov 3

City Green Programs Improve Roxbury Urban Wild

A group of young Boston residents from PowerCorpsBOS, a partnership between the Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development and the Environment, Energy, and Open Space Cabinet, joined the Boston Parks and...

Nov 1

Tremont Temple Study Report

The Boston Landmarks Commission has posted a study report on the proposed designation of the Tremont Temple in Downtown Boston as a Landmark under Chapter 772 of the Acts of 1975, as amended.

Nov 1

Options To Help Save On Your Electricity and Gas Bills

The City of Boston has resources for residents and small businesses to save money on their bills and make your home more energy efficient

Nov 1

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and National Caregiver Support Month

This month, we review resources for those suffering from Alzheimer’s, as well as support networks and educational resources for caretakers.

Oct 28

Why Voting Precincts Changed in the City of Boston

Ahead of the November State Election, we wanted to explain why voting precincts changed in the City, and what that means for voters.

Oct 28

October 2022: Latest Updates from the Mayor's Office of Housing

Read the latest updates from the Mayor's Office of Housing.

Oct 27

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Boston Marriages and the Queer History of Women's Suffrage

by Anna Boyles On October 4, 1920. Sarah Stites and Helen Hodge left their Queensberry Street home in Boston to register to vote together. While transcribing women voter registers from 1920, members...

Oct 27

Traffic Advisory for Halloween Neighborhood Street Closures

This Halloween, the streets in many of the City’s neighborhoods will be closed to traffic to keep our trick-or-treaters safe while creating a fun, festive atmosphere.

Oct 27

Downtown Revitalization Report, Re-launch of BPDA's Plan: Downtown Announced

Today, Mayor Michelle Wu released a report by the City and the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) on the challenges facing Downtown Boston and presenting a set of initiatives and recommendations to...

Oct 25

City of Boston Traffic Advisory for Saturday, October 29 - Monday, October 31, 2022

Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures.

Oct 25

Pics in the Parks: Fall Challenge 4 - Filters

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

Oct 24

Boston Public Health Commission Provides Update on City’s COVID-19 Trends

BOSTON – October 24, 2022 – The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) today provided the following updates on the latest COVID-19 trends for the City of Boston: Levels of COVID-19 virus in local...

Oct 21

New Environmental Standards for City Infrastructure Announced

Internal design standards will embed environmental benefits into certain future City of Boston public infrastructure.

Oct 20

Mayor Wu Proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Mayor Wu proclaims October 2022 to be Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Boston.

Oct 20

City of Boston Provides Updates on Crises Centered at Mass. Ave. and Melnea Cass Blvd

Mayor Michelle Wu today provided updates on the City of Boston’s response to address the intersection of unsheltered homelessness and substance use crises, centered in the area surrounding...

Oct 20

Budget Office Raising Awareness for FY24 Budget

The Office of Budget Management is sharing resources with residents and holding informational workshops this November.

Oct 19

Impact of Small Business Relief Fund 2.0 Announced

More than 1,000 small, local businesses have received grant funding.

Oct 19

Traffic Advisory for October 21- 23, 2022

Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures.

Oct 18

Pics in the Parks: Fall Challenge 3 - Leading Lines

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

Oct 14

Public Health Warning Issued Related to Recent Sewage Discharge

BOSTON—October 14, 2022—The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO). State regulations require local public health...

Oct 14

Alert: Playing Fields Closed This Weekend Due to Rain

Due to the recent heavy rainfall, all City of Boston grass playing fields are closed this weekend (October 15 and 16) as of Friday, October 14, 2022.

Oct 13

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Community Meeting to Discuss New Community Center for Allston/Brighton

This is the first of several community meetings to establish the types of uses and activities the community would like to see in a new center and discuss location options.