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Sep 22

City Council recognizes Black Joy Day

At the start of this week’s City Council meeting, Councilor Mejia recognized Black Joy Day and Thaddeus Miles, founder of the Black Joy Project.

Sep 22

MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES NEW FORESTRY DIVISION AND URBAN FOREST PLAN TO ENHANCE AND PROTECT CITY’S TREE…

Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University to donate 10 dawn redwood trees to City to be planted across the City

Sep 22

LGBTQ+ Advancement Statement to Children's Hospital Community

Read a statement from Quincey J. Roberts, Sr., the Executive Director of the Mayor's Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement, on the recent events impacting the Children's Hospital community.

Sep 21

Traffic Advisory for September 24 and 25, 2022

Events happening in the City of Boston this week will bring some parking restrictions and street closures.

Sep 20

2022 Love Your Block Mini Grant Winners Announced

Ten community organizations were awarded grants ranging from $1,000 - $3,500.

Sep 20

LinkedInsights: LaShea Johnson

In our new COB #LinkedInSights series, we introduce real City employees to provide a snapshot of who they are, what they do, and why they serve the City of Boston — so you can read, learn, connect...

Sep 20

City of Boston Announces Permanent Street Changes Following Orange Line Shutdown

Select bus lanes, bike lanes, and parking changes will remain in place in effort to improve traffic flow and public safety.

Sep 19

The City of Boston and Vietaid Celebrate the Grand Opening of 191-195 Bowdoin Street

The ribbon cutting marked the opening of 41 new units of mixed-income rental housing and retail space

Sep 19

September 2022: Latest Updates from the Mayor's Office of Housing

Read the latest updates from the Mayor's Office of Housing.

Sep 16

Mayor Wu Announces 2022 - 2023 SPARK Boston Council

Members poised to inspire civic leadership among Boston’s young adults

Sep 14

Boston Public Health Commission Hosting Back-to-School COVID-19 Vaccination Event

New Omicron-specific boosters will be offered at family-friendly event

Sep 13

Traffic Advisory for Weekend of September 17 and 18, 2022

Events happening in the City of Boston this week will bring some parking restrictions and street closures.

Sep 13

Mayor Wu Challenge 2020 US Census Count of Boston

Mayor Michelle Wu today announced that the City of Boston is challenging the United States Census Bureau’s 2020 Census Population count of Boston’s total population. Based on research by the Boston...

Sep 12

City Archaeologist Announces Archaeological Dig in Roxbury

Archaeology team seeks information on possible site of 18th century slave quarters and kitchen

Sep 12

Announcing - Hike Boston

Hike Boston is a week-day day-time hiking series where we invite you to join us for a walk in one of Boston's parks or urban wilds.

Sep 8

City of Boston Traffic Advisory for Friday, September 9, 2022

This year's Rose Garden Party, is taking place in the James P. Kelleher Rose Garden on Friday September 9, from 5 - 7:30 p.m.

Sep 6

Empower the People Who Power Our City

We’re hiring key roles in the People Operations Cabinet to help us support Boston’s greatest asset in delivering effective government: City workers.

Sep 6

Mayor Wu and The Boston Transportation Department Announce Expansion of Boston's Bike Network and…

In addition to growing the bike network almost 20 percent by next winter, the City is also expanding the public bike share program, and building more speed humps and raised crosswalks

Sep 6

Mayor Wu Announces Rebecca Grainger as the Senior Advisor for Youth and Schools

Grainger will lead the City of Boston’s Children’s Cabinet, tasked with advancing opportunities for children and teenagers

Sep 5

Mayor Wu Announces New Cabinet for Worker Empowerment to Advance Rights and Well-being of Workers

Mayor Michelle Wu today announced the creation of the Cabinet for Worker Empowerment led by Trinh Nguyen who will serve as the City’s Chief of Worker Empowerment. The Cabinet, equipped with oversight...

Sep 4

Highland Park is Boston’s newest Architectural Conservation District

After receiving approval from the Boston Landmarks Commission, Mayor Wu, and the City Council, the Highland Park neighborhood of Roxbury became Boston’s newest Architectural Conservation District on...

Sep 4

The Restoration of a Historic Beacon Hill Mailbox

Boston’s Beacon Hill neighborhood is the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' oldest historic district. Established in 1955 and expanded in 1958, 1963, and 1975, the neighborhood contains some of the finest...

Sep 4

Archeology Updates for September

Pivoting from a powerful community conversation on September 1 about the Archaeology Program’s planned CPA-funded Slavery exhibit in Faneuil Hall, the A-Team is returning to the trenches for the first...

Sep 2

Applications open for 2022-2023 Boston Cultural Council grants

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture, in collaboration with the Boston Cultural Council, today announced applications are open for the 2022-2023 Boston Cultural Council grant...

Sep 2

Boston Public Health Commission Provides Update on City’s COVID-19 Trends

BPHC Encourages Prevention and Safety During Holiday Weekend and Back-to-School Season

Sep 1

Reshape What's Possible for Boston's Streets

We're hiring more planners and engineers across the Public Works and Transportation Departments.

Sep 1

Mayor Wu Announces Search for Key Streets Cabinet Leadership Roles

The City has launched the search for Deputy Chief for Infrastructure and Design, and Deputy Chief for Transportation; New leadership team will be tasked with delivering on transformational budget and...

Sep 1

Mayor Wu and Boston Parks and Recreation Department Dedicate Walker Playground Basketball Courts in…

Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods joined members of the Dixon family and local coaches and players on August 20 for the dedication of the basketball courts at Walker...

Sep 1

September is Suicide Prevention Month and National Recovery Month

This month, we share support and resources for suicide prevention and recovery from addiction.

Sep 1

'Never Too Much, Always Enough' Temporary Art Installation Marks Frederick Law Olmsted Bicentennial

The City of Boston Mayor’s Mural Crew and the National Park Service recently unveiled their collaborative contribution to Olmsted 200, the national bicentennial celebration of Frederick Law Olmsted’s...

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