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Sep 7

Demolition Delay application: 1650 Soldiers Field Road

The application is to demolish a single-story retail structure at 1650 Soldiers Field Road, Brighton.

Sep 7

Demolition Delay application: 35 Fulton Street

The application is to demolish a two-family residence at 35 Fulton Street, Hyde Park.

Sep 7

Raising awareness about suicide prevention

Suicide is often a taboo and stigmatized topic in society. Let's talk about mental health, raising awareness, and suicide prevention.

Sep 7

Traffic Advisory for Saturday and Sunday, September 9 and 10, 2017

Open Newbury Street, Emerald Society Road Race, Road to Wellness 5K, Tour de Force

Sep 6

Demolition Delay application: 115 Federal Street

The application is to demolish a parking garage at 115 Federal Street (aka 115 Winthrop Square and 240 Devonshire Street) in Downtown Boston.

Sep 6

'Boston Blooms with Daffodils' program returns this fall

The plantings will take place in approved locations along the City’s public ways on the weekends of October 28 and November 4.

Sep 5

Boston Public Library releases Local and Family History Lecture Series fall schedule

The complete September through December schedule can be viewed or downloaded online.

Sep 5

Image for umass boston research explores how women use new skills gained in city sponsored workshops to negotiate higher salaries, improve gender equity in their workplaces

Report on City-sponsored salary negotiation workshops for women released

The research explores how women use new skills to negotiate higher salaries and improve gender equity in their workplaces.

Sep 5

Image for mayor martin walsh, the boston parks and recreation department, special events and toursism and the elderly commission welcome residents to the dorothy curran wednesday night concert series held at boston city hall plaza

Mayor Walsh, Senator Forry announce Free Unity concert on Saturday

The Unity Concert will be free to the public and will open with performances by local talent at 7 p.m.

Sep 1

Boston teens invited to apply to Mayor's Youth Council

The Mayor's Youth Council is a model of youth inclusion in government and civic engagement.

Sep 1

'Help for Houston' Drive to aid those affected by Hurricane Harvey

The Help for Houston Drive has ended. Thank you for your contributions!

Sep 1

Mayor Walsh, City of Boston recognize National Recovery Month

Recovery Month is a national observance that aims to combat social stigma around addictions, celebrate recovery, and promote awareness.

Aug 31

Boston Cultural Council accepting applications for 2018 Grant Funding Cycle

Applications open on September 1, and will be accepted through October 16.

Aug 31

Demolition Delay application: 1 Leonard Place

The application is to demolish a four-family residence at 1 Leonard Place, South Boston.

Aug 31

Image for mayor martin walsh and the city of boston's public safety officials participated in a press conference in regards to the upcoming caribbean parade and festival

Boston Saves receives $35,000 National League of Cities Financial Inclusion grant

The grant will fund Boston Saves' parent engagement and community partnership efforts.

Aug 31

Parking and traffic restrictions during 2017 student move-in

We have information below about restricted streets in some of the busier parts of Boston.

Aug 31

Registration now open for Mayor’s Cup Soccer Tournament

The tournament will be held on the weekends of October 21 - 22 and October 28 - 29 at Moakley Park in South Boston.

Aug 31

#MeetBoston challenge welcomes incoming college students to Boston

The new initiative encourages students to venture beyond campus and discover the City.

Aug 30

Encouraging online civility

As kids and teens head back to school, remember to help them become good digital citizens.

Aug 30

Boston Public Library announces September author talks and lectures

The author talks and lectures take place throughout the Boston Public Library system during the month.

Aug 29

Officials, public celebrate grand opening of Upper Washington Street housing

The more than $15 million project, developed by the VietAID, created 35 affordable new units of rental housing for families earning 60 percent or less of Area Median Income.

Aug 29

Mayor's 2017-2018 SPARK Boston Council selected

The diverse, 38-member group will work to open up new lines of communication between young adults and leaders in City government.

Aug 29

Demolition Delay application: 76 Stonley Road

The application is to demolish a two-story commercial building at 76 Stonley Road in Jamaica Plain.

Aug 29

Read Your Way to Fenway winners celebrate at Red Sox game

The Boston Public Library’s annual contest concluded as winners enjoyed Sunday’s Red Sox game vs. the Orioles.

Aug 29

In memory of Captain Robert Y. Haley

Boston EMS mourns the passing of Captain Robert Y. "Sarge" Haley, one of the most respected and influential members of the department.

Aug 28

Boston Centers for Youth & Families recruiting for Youth Advisory Committee

Boston high school students are wanted to share their expertise with BCYF on youth issues and programming.

Aug 28

Image for mayor walsh spoke during a dorothy curran wednesday night concert series concert

Harold Melvin's Blue Notes play City Hall Plaza August 30

The Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concert Series comes to a rousing finale on August 30.

Aug 28

#MeetBoston Challenge

Welcome to Boston! We’re excited for you to #MeetBoston. Get off campus and explore your new home with the #MeetBoston Challenge. We know you’re going to love it here.