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Nov 10

A message from Commissioner McCosh: Honoring and helping our veterans

A weekly message from Commissioner McCosh in support of the local disability community.

Nov 10

Applications being accepted for Boston School committee

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced that applications are being accepted by the Citizens Nominating Panel, for two open positions on the Boston School Committee, one four-year term opening in...

Nov 9

Demolition Delay application: 51 Breed Street, East Boston

The application is to demolish the structure at 51 Breed Street in East Boston.

Nov 9

Designing a seamless newsletter experience for Boston’s constituents

Thanks to some eye-opening user research, we’re re-thinking our approach to how we craft and send City newsletters.

Nov 9

Demolition Delay application: 38 Maplewood Street, West Roxbury

The application is to demolish the house at 38 Maplewood Street in West Roxbury.

Nov 9

Notes from the Archives: The Great Fire of 1872

On November 9, 1872, the Great Fire of Boston destroyed more than 1,000 businesses in Boston’s downtown area.

Nov 6

Two Hyde Park playgrounds reopened after $1 million investment

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods announced this week the unveiling of recent improvements at two playgrounds in Hyde Park, Amatucci Playground at 1460 Hyde Park Avenue...

Nov 6

Veterans, thank you for your service

This week, the City Council adopted a resolution commemorating Veterans Day and honoring all those who served in the military for our country.

Nov 6

City Council opposes MBTA service cuts

During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution opposing MBTA service cuts and urged essential public health and safety measures during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nov 5

Vendor selected to create and launch a visit Boston tourism campaign

Marketing campaign to attract tourists, market Boston as a welcoming city for diverse visitors.

Nov 5

Winners of Pumpkin Carving Contest announced!

The Boston Parks Department is excited to announce the winners of our 2020 Pumpkin Carving Contest.

Nov 4

COVID-19 mobile testing team staying in East Boston; second site in Mattapan

Since our launch in May, our mobile testing teams have administered 13,795 tests across Roxbury, Allston, South Boston, Mattapan, East Boston, and Dorchester.

Nov 3

Be Connected: Behind-the-scenes with Caitlin McLaughlin, Director of Media Relations, BPHC and…

All across the City of Boston, people are working tirelessly behind-the-scenes to make the City’s biggest and brightest ideas a reality. In our “Behind-The-Scenes” series, we sit down with them to...

Nov 3

Demolition Delay application: 36 Arborough Road, Roslindale

The application is to demolish the house at 36 Arborough Road in Roslindale.

Nov 2

Kickoff of HOME Poetry Series led by Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola

This series was made possible in part by the Academy of American Poets, with funds from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. It will culminate in the 2021 Roxbury Poetry Festival.

Nov 2

207 affordable rental units acquired in Mattapan to protect residents from displacement

Affordability made possible in part by $4 million in City funds; largest achievement to date in saving non-deeded affordable housing

Nov 2

City of Boston issues reminders ahead of state election tomorrow

Voter turnout currently at 36.5 percent; all polling locations will operate in accordance with public health guidelines

Nov 2

Demolition Delay application: 177 School Street, Jamaica Plain

The application is to demolish the garage at 177 School Street in Jamaica Plain.

Nov 2

Twenty-fourth round of Boston Resiliency Fund grants announced

Six community organizations will receive funding this round, totaling $360,000.

Oct 30

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

This month, we look at resources for those suffering from Alzheimer’s, and the families that most often care for them.

Oct 30

City Council urges state to expand access to nutrition assistance by closing SNAP gap

The Council adopted a resolution calling upon Governor Baker and his administration to act immediately to implement a streamlined process for MassHealth applicants to simultaneously file for SNAP...

Oct 29

Boston-based Simplisafe to donate 250 security systems to small businesses

Donation provides security to some of Boston's most vulnerable business owners with support from the Mayor's Office of Economic Development

Oct 29

COVID-19 testing pledge announced for City of Boston

"Get The Test Boston" to encourage individuals and businesses to commit to increasing testing

Oct 29

Five fun things that happened at our fall Drive-in Movie Series

We want to thank everyone who came out to our fall Drive-in Movie Series!

Oct 29

Getting what you pay for with oil, and not a penny less

The Inspectional Services Department's weights and measures sealers conduct random spot checks of oil delivery trucks throughout Boston’s Neighborhoods.