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In 2027, Boston will celebrate the 150th anniversary of both the Swan Boats and the Paget family’s remarkable stewardship.
On Thursday August 13, 2026, the Fairmont Copley Plaza staff raised a glass to celebrate both 114 years of history and its new landmark designation from the City of Boston.
At its July 20, 2026, Public Hearing, the Beacon Hill Architectural Commission approved a temporary public art exhibition that will bring seven large-scale sculptures by local artists to historic...
Approved by the Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) on July 14, 2026, this handsome Renaissance Revival building is home to the oldest independent school of music in the United States.
In May, the City of Boston Archaeology team excavated at 190 Bowdoin Street in Dorchester in collaboration with property owner VietAID (Vietnamese American Initiative for Development).
Mayor Michelle Wu announced Marcus McNeill as the new neighborhood liaison for Mid-Dorchester, Isabella Carr as the new neighborhood liaison for Charlestown, and Abdullah Beckett as the new...
This month, we share national and community resources for support around suicide prevention as well as alcohol and drug addiction recovery.
First district-wide teacher cohort receives support to lead AI learning projects at their schools, advancing a major public-private initiative to make Boston the first major public school district...
The City of Boston Election Department is reminding voters that the State Primary is Tuesday, September 1, 2026. This election will determine the candidates on the ballot in the upcoming State...
Elizabeth Freeman’s pursuit of freedom became an important part of Massachusetts history and a powerful example of courage, equality, and justice. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council...
Historic alleyways are an important part of the South End’s built environment, providing access to homes, businesses, utilities, parking areas, and other properties throughout the neighborhood. During...
Programs that support children, families, and young adults can help create pathways to stability, education, and opportunity. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted resolutions...
Recovery Month provides an opportunity to recognize the progress made by those in recovery and raise awareness of substance abuse prevention and treatment. During this week’s Council meeting, the...
The Council is supporting efforts to provide residents with a way to safely dispose of deadly weapons. The Council is urging the City of Boston and Boston Police Department to implement a deadly...
Hotel employees play an important role in welcoming visitors and strengthening communities across Boston. The Council proclaimed August 26, 2026, as National Hotel Employee Day in Boston and...
Protecting Boston’s waterways requires infrastructure solutions that address combined sewer overflows and their impact on local communities. This week, the Council adopted a resolution opposing the...
Boston Public Health Commission and partners celebrate the importance of recovery and highlight resources to mark National Recovery Month in September
New residents can access services and resources through 311 and City’s free Trash Day app
Boston Public Health Commission encourages residents to take precautions as the risk of West Nile Virus in the city remains high.
Avoid contact with the water in the Charles River Lower Basin at all points downstream of the Boston University Duan Family Center for Computing and Data Sciences Building.
City of Boston celebrates MSBA decision advancing Madison Park Technical Vocational High School into feasibility study phase
New mixed-use development to bring affordable homeownership opportunities and community space to Blue Hill Avenue
Six renovated affordable new homes in the Fenway
Cultural Affairs initiative connects Boston families with neighborhood barbers and stylists ahead of the new school year.
More than 500 Boston Public Schools families will explore the City’s neighborhoods, history and cultural landmarks through free guided tours as a part of Boston 250
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the winners of the 30th annual Mayor’s Garden Contest in a ceremony celebrating the exceptional efforts of Boston’s urban gardeners. The competition recognizes residents...
McDevitt Senior Homes will transform the historic St. Augustine’s Convent into affordable, accessible housing designed to help older residents age in place.
A Unanimous SJC decision moves forward the long-overdue transformation of White Stadium into a state-of-the-art facility for BPS athletics and a year-round community hub in the heart of Franklin Park.
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Workforce Development (OWD) announced the allocation of $1.3 million of Neighborhood Jobs Trust (NJT) funding to 12 community-based organizations in Boston.
Avoid contact with the water in the Charles River Lower Basin downstream of the Massachusetts Ave. Bridge.
