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Apr 27

Mayor Walsh announces support for Community Preservation Act

With state match, new revenues could exceed $20M annually for housing, open space and historic preservation in Boston.

Apr 27

Boston Public Library's May Author talks and programs

Events take place at Central Library and branches throughout the city.

Apr 26

Mayor Walsh releases quarterly housing report

Completed housing now exceeds expected population growth with 17,000 units permitted or complete, and 18,000 in pipeline.

Apr 25

Major expansion of artists for Humanity's Epicenter to double vocational programs and employment…

A new 52,000 square foot building designed to be the largest energy positive commercial facility on the East Coast.

Apr 25

Mayor Walsh calls on residents to participate in Boston Shines, a citywide effort to clean the…

Boston Shines will bring together thousands of volunteers, including businesses, community groups and residents to clean up after the winter season.

Apr 22

Boston Public Library to commemorate 400th Anniversary of Shakespeare's Death with two exhibitions…

The event is free and open to the public, and presented by Iron Mountain.

Apr 22

Mayor Walsh announces Greenovate Award winners at Earth Day celebration at Fenway Park

Boston Shines kicks off with first official clean-up in Fenway/Kenmore-area.

Apr 22

Imagine Boston 2030: Celebrating Boston’s climate action on Earth Day

One of Imagine Boston’s goals is to “promote a healthy environment and adapt to a changing climate."

Apr 22

Mayor Walsh reaffirms commitment to delivering exceptional basic City services

The Mayor responds to resident's needs identified through Boston 311 and Go Boston 2030.

Apr 21

Boston Public Library celebrates Money Smart Week April 23-30

Free programs are being offered at the Central Library in Copley Square and Codman Square Branch.

Apr 21

Mayor Walsh announces 2016 Coffee Hour Series

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced that the 18th Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series will run in local parks citywide from May 4 to June 22. "We've...

Apr 21

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Our recap of the Imagine Boston 2030 forum at Boston College

On March 30, we teamed up with Boston College to present the Imagine Boston 2030 Forum: “Making Choices for a Growing City.”

Apr 20

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Mayor Walsh Announces New Funding for Homelessness Services in FY17 Budget

BOSTON - Wednesday, April 20, 2016 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced today significant investment for homelessness services Boston to further the goals of the city's Action Plan to End Veteran and...

Apr 14

Mayor Walsh's budget proposal invests in safe travel on City of Boston streets

$3.1M investment in Vision Zero and $2M for traffic signal improvements.

Apr 14

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Mayor Walsh Announces Office for Immigrant Advancement

The Mayor's Office of New Bostonians rebrands to encompass Boston's immigrant community. Mayor Walsh also launches Immigrant Information Corners at all Boston Public Library locations.

Apr 13

Mayor Walsh announces 2016 BCYF Summer Grants for local agencies

The grants will support summer programming for youth.

Apr 13

Mayor Walsh's budget proposal builds on strong record of proactive fiscal management

The balanced budget supports education, public safety and economic growth.

Apr 12

City Archaeologist releases new book on Boston Archaeology and History

All proceeds from "A History of Boston in 50 Artifacts" will go to City Archaeology Program.

Apr 12

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Mayor Walsh Announces Partnership With Verizon to Transform City's Technology Infrastructure

Advanced Fiber-Optic Network Will Support Businesses, Bring Consumer Choice to Residents

Apr 11

City of Boston approves $100 fine for parking illegally in Fenway/Kenmore resident parking spaces…

The Boston Transportation Department today announced that vehicles parked illegally in Resident Parking Only spaces in the Fenway/Kenmore residential neighborhood when there is a Red Sox game or any...

Apr 11

Mayor Walsh issues proclamation permanently designating April 15 as One Boston Day

The City will lead moment of silence at 2:49 p.m.

Apr 11

City of Boston issues reminder for April 12 Special State Primary Election for First Suffolk and…

The City of Boston Election Department announced today that polls will be open tomorrow from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.for the Special State Primary on Tuesday, April 12. Ballots have been printed for...

Apr 11

Remember our pilot site? We have an update

We want you to see what we’re working on, but more importantly, we want you to give us feedback.

Apr 8

Registration now open for Boston Neighborhood Basketball League

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department has announced that registration is now open for the 47th annual season of Boston’s favorite summer basketball league, the Boston Neighborhood Basketball...

Apr 6

Partnership announced with Arms with Ethics at New England Regional Gun Violence Summit

The award from The Boston Foundation will fund innovative pilot program to reduce gun program.

Apr 5

Mayor Walsh asks residents to report potholes, dispatches crews to repair

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced he is dispatching 15 Public Works Department (PWD) trucks to repair potholes across the City. The combination of freezing temperatures, a thaw and precipitation...

Apr 4

Expansion of Lead replacement incentive program for Boston's Homeowners announced

The program is designed to protect the health and safety of Boston's Residents from lead.

Apr 3

Mayor Walsh Kicks-Off Free Salary Negotiation Workshop Blitz in Honor of Equal Pay Day

Workshops will train over 350 women.

Mar 31

City golf courses now open

Mayor Martin J. Walsh has announced that the City of Boston’s two municipal golf courses - the William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park in Dorchester and the George Wright Golf Course in Hyde...

Mar 29

The goals of Boston's cultural plan

Last night, we held a Boston Creates Town Hall at Bunker Hill Community College.

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