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Feb 14

Consultant selected, tasked with creating action plan to end youth homelessness

Matthew Aronson and his team of consultants will build on the City's work to end youth homelessness in Boston.

Feb 14

Boston teens invited to summer job and resource fair on March 10

Don't miss out on this opportunity to see what jobs are available and connect with employers!

Feb 13

Find fun at BCYF During February vacation week!

Check out the many programs and activities being offered at BCYF community centers.

Feb 13

Demolition Delay application: 236-256 Dorchester Street, South Boston

The application is to demolish a single-story commercial building at 236-256 Dorchester Street in South Boston.

Feb 13

Boston Public Library announces programs for school vacation week

Dynamic children’s programming takes place across the City.

Feb 13

Diving into the Digital Team backlog

A few weeks ago, the product and engineering members of the Digital team took part in a "Debt Bash."

Feb 13

Wagging Wednesday: Meet Kiko, a Jack Russell Terrier Mix

ADOPTED: Animal Care and Control was able to find a home for Kiko. Thank you for your interest!

Feb 12

Demolition Delay application: 20 New Bedford Street, Hyde Park

The application is to demolish a one-car detached garage at 20 New Bedford Street in Hyde Park.

Feb 9

William Monroe Trotter: newspaper publisher, activist — and Hyde Park native!

William Monroe Trotter was a businessman, newspaper publisher, and civil rights activist who grew up in Boston’s Hyde Park.

Feb 9

Feline Friday: Meet Mindy, a Domestic Short Hair cat

Adopted: Animal Care and Control was able to find a home for Mindy. Thank you for your interest!

Feb 8

Our progress toward carbon neutrality

Greenhouse gas emissions inventory data for 2005-2015 has been made available to the public as part of the City’s Climate Action Plan.

Feb 8

Local organization receives $35,000 to support digital equity programs

The Castle Square Tenants Organization (CSTO) is the recipient of a $35,000 grant from the City of Boston Digital Equity Fund.

Feb 8

Boston is a City of Champions

While our beloved New England Patriots might not have prevailed last weekend, we can rest assured we are still a City of Champions, that is, Arts Champions.

Feb 8

Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) Release Health Of Boston Report

The report presents the overall health of Boston residents, providing a foundation for the City's planning and implementation of health-related services and policies

Feb 7

MBTA Youth Passes now at Boston Centers for Youth & Families administration office

The Youth Pass Program is a partnership between the City of Boston and the MBTA to provide reduced transportation fares to eligible youth ages 12-25.

Feb 7

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Forrester Blanchard Washington: South Boston High graduate and equal employment advocate

Forrester Blanchard Washington, a South Boston High graduate, advocated for African American employment and education rights during the Great Depression.

Feb 7

Wagging Wednesday: Meet Sage, a Patterdale Terrier Mix

ADOPTED: Animal Care and Control was able to find a home for Sage. Thank you for your interest!

Feb 6

City Clerk reminds unregistered businesses in Boston about fines

Starting on July 1, 2018, all businesses in the City not registered with the City Clerk will be fined $300 per month.

Feb 5

Demolition Delay application: 424 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester

The application is to demolish a single-car detached garage at 424 Gallivan Boulevard in Dorchester.

Feb 5

Demolition Delay application: Anne M. Lynch Homes at Old Colony, South Boston

The application is to demolish eight apartment buildings within the Anne M. Lynch Homes at Old Colony on 4.6 acres of land between E. 8th and Rev. Burke Streets, and between Dorchester and Mercer...

Feb 5

RFI to explore litigation against pharmaceutical companies

The Request for Information asks applicants to evaluate the financial, social, and other costs caused by the reckless dissemination of opioids.

Feb 5

Community celebrates opening of Chinatown Boston Public Library

The event marked the return of library services to the neighborhood for the first time in more than 50 years.

Feb 3

Parking restrictions for Super Bowl Sunday

You can find information below on streets where you can't park in the City of Boston on Sunday.

Feb 2

Concepts sought for co-developing City assets with housing, other mixed uses

Boston will measure interest in the mixed-use redevelopment of assets such as community centers, libraries, and fire stations.

Feb 2

Celebrating Black History Month

Some ideas for learning and celebrating together this month.

Feb 2

2018 City Scholarship applications now available to Boston residents

The City of Boston Scholarship fund is a need-based scholarship that provides up to $10,000 over four years towards tuition.

Feb 1

Boston Public Library celebrates Black History Month with 'Black Is' booklist

Copies of the booklist will be available at all library locations this week and is available in pdf format on the BPL website.

Feb 1

A warm ride home

During this Wednesday's Council meeting, Councilor Edwards recognized Captain McCormick for going above and beyond in his role as a public servant.

Feb 1

Boston turns visitor to lifelong resident and public servant

During Wednesday’s Council meeting, Clarence Cooper was honored for his dedication to public service in Boston.

Feb 1

Demolition Delay application: 268 Bremen Street, East Boston

The application is to demolish a single-family residence at 268 Bremen Street in East Boston.

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