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Avoid contact with Charles River’s water between Kendrick Street in Needham and Spring Street in West Roxbury.
Coastal infrastructure projects would help protect the over 40% of Boston residents at risk of flooding and prevent over $40 billion in economic loss by end of century
The City of Boston and Boston University today announced a major Payment-in-Lieu-of-Taxes (PILOT) agreement. The new PILOT agreement includes a commitment of more than $104.3 million in voluntary cash...
Mayor Michelle Wu, Age Strong Commission, Biogen Foundation, Urban League of Eastern MA, and Lyft Announce Expansion of Healthy Rides Program. Expanded program will connect older residents across...
Renamed library honors longtime Roxbury community leader and trailblazing Black television news reporter
US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) prepared a draft report outlining flood risk in Boston and proposed projects to protect our neighborhoods. We need you to review and comment on their work! Below...
US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) prepared a draft report outlining flood risk in Boston and proposed projects to protect our neighborhoods. We need you to review and comment on their work! Below...
Boston's Flood Protection Plan: What You Need to Know
During the FIFA World Cup™ Finals (and the entire summer of 2026) the City of Boston wants to make sure you're able to explore our neighborhoods and visit our vibrant neighborhood businesses. We hope...
The Council approved a grant that will strengthen public safety efforts by supporting regional strategies to prevent and reduce gang violence. • $1,073,239.34 — FY26 Senator Charles E. Shannon Jr...
The Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilors Pepén, FitzGerald, and Worrell, calling on Boston Public Schools (BPS) to fully enroll all 103 eligible schools in the Massachusetts Safe Routes...
The Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilors Louijeune and Pepén, denouncing the United States Supreme Court's decision allowing the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for...
Senate Bill 3112 would extend a temporary state pilot program allowing municipalities to offer expanded hours for liquor licenses and designated public consumption districts through August 2026. This...
The Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilor Breadon expressing support for a fair first contract for direct support professionals and assistant residential coordinators at Massachusetts...
Councilors Murphy and Flynn offered a resolution requesting an immediate briefing on the City’s Summer Safety Plan and calling for a collaborative review of public safety strategies across Boston. The...
The Council adopted a resolution offered by Flynn, FitzGerald, and Murphy unequivocally denouncing violence, assaults, and harassment directed toward Boston Police officers, first responders, and city...
Founded in January 2024 by Janice V. Johnson, MADMOMS (Mothers Against Drugs, Inc.) was established to honor the legacy of her son, Ja’Maar “5ive” Johnson, while raising awareness about substance-use...
Mayor Michelle Wu, Governor Maura Healey, Massport CEO Richard Davey and Meet Boston President and CEO Martha J. Sheridan celebrated the arrival of the Glasgow traffic cone to Massachusetts. Inspired...
Mayor Michelle Wu announced that all children and teens can receive free nutritious breakfast and lunch this summer through the Boston Summer Eats program. Meals are currently available to all youth...
Monday, July 13, 2026 - The City of Boston is reminding residents and visitors of hot weather safety tips as high temperatures are forecast for Tuesday, July 14 and Wednesday, July 15. The highest...
During the FIFA World Cup™ Semi-Finals (and the entire summer of 2026) the City of Boston wants to make sure you're able to explore our neighborhoods and visit our vibrant neighborhood businesses. We...
Parking restrictions and street closures will be in effect in the City of Boston during summer events this year.
Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures.
This summer, the Office of Youth Engagement will host 19 free Friday night teen events across 14 Boston neighborhoods, marking the third year of Boston After Dark
The risk remains low, but Boston Public Health Commission encourages residents to take precautions.
New partnership with Boston Common Golf expands affordable opportunities for families to learn and play golf together at George Wright and William J. Devine at Franklin Park Golf Courses
The City of Boston would like to congratulate Emy Metzger and Helen Hultin on their recent marriage!
BOSTON - Wednesday, July 8, 2026 - Mayor Michelle Wu today issued a heat advisory for the City of Boston beginning tomorrow, Thursday, July 9, through Friday, July 10 due to the current weather...
Boston’s opioid remediation funding will be used to support communities most at-risk
The following is a public health warning related to recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO).
