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25 ways to beat holiday stress

Let's face it — the holidays are a magical time, but they can also cause stress.

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Mayor Walsh signs cable TV license, bringing Verizon to Boston

The license covers three neighborhoods: Dorchester, the Dudley Square area in Roxbury, and West Roxbury.

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Mayor Walsh announces proposal to provide tax relief to Boston homeowners

The proposal would increases the maximum residential tax exemption in Boston.

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2016 SPARK Boston Impact Award winners announced

Mayor Walsh and SPARK Boston honored a diverse slate of young adult residents making a positive impact in Boston.

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Mayor Walsh files Jim Brooks community stabilization act

Act will protect and educate tenants and homeowners

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Troops for Fitness offers exercise in Boston parks

The Troops for Fitness program offers free, year-round exercise workshops and classes taught by US military veterans in city parks.

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Boston.gov is now the official record for public meeting information

The change makes City Hall meetings more transparent and accessible.

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Mayor Walsh announces Performance Parking pilot program

The City's one-year pilot program will study the relationship between parking price and demand.

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Expansion sought for 'Acoustic on Main' to help boost main streets districts

The proposal from Mayor Martin J. Walsh and City Council president Michelle Wu also aims to showcase local talent.

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Boston's new default speed limit 25 mph effective Jan. 9, 2017

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit on all City of Boston roadways will be 25 mph.

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Traffic advisory for Chinatown

There are temporary street closures in Chinatown today. The City is encouraging drivers to detour around the area.

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Boston Public Library's Festive December Programs

Celebrate the winter and holiday season at the Boston Public Library through a variety of performances, crafts, films, and open houses: Make a wreath for your door, or give one away as a gift, on...

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Mayor Walsh files Boston residents jobs policy update

The proposal will create more employment opportunities for Boston residents, persons of color, and women.

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City of Boston awarded $50,000 for substance use disorder assessment

It's the first step towards developing Boston's first-ever citywide strategy for prevention of Substance Use Disorders.

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Mayor Walsh announces departure of Public Works commissioner

Michael Dennehy is moving to a new position as the town administrator of Milton.

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Mayor Walsh launches '#5onMain' challenge

The Mayor is challenging consumers to support small businesses during the holiday season.

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Mayor Walsh, Chinatown community celebrate Oxford Ping On opening

The $26.7 million project created 67 affordable rental apartments for the neighborhood's low-income population.

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Results of Boston's safest driver competition announced

Release of scores show overall improvement in driver safety.

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An interview with Doug DiMartile

We recently interviewed Doug DiMartile, a member of the Chronic Workgroup. Doug had some incredibly thoughtful insights we wanted to share - most importantly, that it is the individuals we serve who...

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Imagine Boston 2030 week to engage residents on draft strategic plan

The series of events offer residents the opportunity to talk directly with City leaders and the Imagine Boston team.

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Mayor Walsh hosts community discussion about racism in Boston

The discussion was attended by over 600 residents, and served as the kick-off to a citywide conversation about racism.

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Call for artists for North Square public art project

Mayor Walsh announces a Request for Proposals with the Public Works Department and the Boston Art Commission

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City of Boston partners with nuTonomy to begin testing autonomous vehicles

The on-street testing of autonomous vehicles will begin in the Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park.

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Mayor Walsh announces GoWalkTalk will establish U.S. headquarters in Boston

North West of Ireland-based medtech company will capitalize on Boston's entrepreneurial spirit, wealth of talent and global reputation

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City of Boston, state, partners, team up to house homeless elders

Housing surge focused on housing elders while helping them obtain support services and health care

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Imagine Boston 2030 draft plan released

The Expanding Opportunity draft identifies five action areas to strengthen neighborhood vitality and bolster Boston's economy.

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Mayor Walsh announces finalists for 2016 Spark Impact awards

Mayor Walsh and SPARK Boston invite residents to choose from millennial residents making a positive impact in Boston

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Call for artists for alternative space pilot project announced

First Available Space Will Be Located at AT&T Flagship Store

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Join us for Imagine Boston 2030 Week!

Together we have reached a significant milestone in our planning process with the upcoming release of Expanding Opportunity, a draft strategic plan that identifies key actions and initiatives to...

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Traffic Advisory for Saturday, November 19, 2016

Faneuil Hall Tree Lighting and Camp Harbor View 5K will impact traffic and parking
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