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Apr 27

Children's savings account program Boston Saves awarded $150,000 grant

The funding will help support a financial incentives program that encourages families to save for their children's future.

Apr 26

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Climate Ready Boston Webinar Recap

Earlier today, Greenovate hosted a webinar about Boston’s climate preparedness initiative, Climate Ready Boston.

Apr 26

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Unlocking Boston’s budget

Until this year, three books, 860 pages, and almost three inches of data-rich Boston budget and performance information was buried in a PDF format.

Apr 25

Traffic advisory for Greek Independence Day Parade

The annual Greek Independence Day Parade will take place in the Back Bay on Sunday, April 30.

Apr 25

Mayor Walsh, City leaders launch new Neighborhood Trauma Teams

Neighborhood Trauma Teams (NTT) in Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Roxbury and East Boston will be managed by BPHC and co-led by teams consisting of a community health center and a community...

Apr 24

Proposals requested for South Boston waterfront coastal resiliency planning

The City is looking to expand climate resiliency planning to the Fort Point Channel and the South Boston Waterfront.

Apr 24

First annual Civic Engagement Week underway

The programs featured this week aim to encourage community engagement throughout Boston.

Apr 21

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Roxbury E+ Housing Project honored by American Institute of Architects

The development is part of the City of Boston's E+ Green Building Program, which is managed jointly by the BPDA, DND, and the City of Boston Environment Department.

Apr 21

Mayor Walsh, Boston Open Studios coalition announce 2017 Open Studios

Open studios encourages residents to visit art studios and meet artists in their neighborhoods.

Apr 20

Congratulations 2017 Greenovate Award Winners

Thanks to everyone who came out last night to celebrate Boston’s climate leaders, as well as those who promoted the program, nominated friends and colleagues, and voted for the finalists. We had over...

Apr 20

Imagine Boston 2030 to hold 'Forums on the Future' discussion series

Each panel discussion is free and open to the public, but registration is requested. Learn more about event details and registering.

Apr 20

Boston Public Library repatriates historical artifacts to Italy

In partnership with the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the library is returning three items to Italy.

Apr 19

Mayor Walsh announces call for artists for Finland Building

The call for artists is a joint effort between the Boston Public Health Commission, the Mayor's Office of Recovery Services, the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture, and the Boston Art Commission.

Apr 19

2017 BCYF summer grants now available for local agencies

The grants help local youth service agencies offer programs for Boston youth.

Apr 18

Mayor Walsh investing $1.4 million to improve safety and traffic conditions in Readville

The project will reduce congestion, improve bus operations, and increase safety for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Apr 17

Artist selected for Boylston Street Memorial Markers

Initial plans for installations to commemorate the victims and survivors of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings were announced.

Apr 14

Digital spring cleaning tips from the City of Boston

For many of us, it's that time of year again when we give our homes a deep cleaning. We think you should take the same approach to your digital tools.

Apr 14

Get your finances in order during Financial Literary Month

Here at the Employee Assistance Program, we care about the financial wellness of City employees and their families.

Apr 13

Web analytics: a cautionary tale

A story about how the numbers we look at lie to us all the time.

Apr 13

Imagine Boston Capital plan moving residents' priorities from idea to action

Mayor Walsh's five-year Capital Plan invests in the City’s infrastructure, supports Boston’s economy, and improves quality of life for residents.

Apr 12

$15.7 million in capital investment announced for preservation of Boston's rare books and…

The renovation and preservation project includes inventory, environmental, mechanical, and service improvements.

Apr 7

Mayor Walsh, Department of Innovation and Technology launch Analyze Boston

Analyze Boston curates more than a hundred datasets and pairs them with tools for data exploration and analysis.

Apr 7

Patriots Day weekend 2017

We have information about parking and street closures for the Boston Marathon, Patriots Day Parade, BAA 5K, Invitational Mile, and Kids Relay Races.

Apr 7

RFP to bring broadband to Boston Public Schools, strengthen public safety announced

The project will provide broadband services to Boston Public Schools, public housing and more than 100 City buildings, in addition to strengthening public safety communications.