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Jun 14

First major milestone completed for Climate Ready Boston

A team of scientists from across the state released updated climate projections for the City of Boston.

Jun 13

June 1, 2016 - Boston expands bike share to East Boston

Ten new Balance Hubway Stations will be created in the neighborhood this year.

Jun 13

Mayor Walsh Announces Nearly $5M in Additional Funding for BPS Budget

$1.032B BPS budget represents $18.2M increase from FY16

Jun 10

Dorothy Curran Wednesday night concerts return July 13

The Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concert Series returns from July 13 through August 24 for another great season of outdoor music to entertain music fans of all ages on City Hall Plaza with funk and...

Jun 10

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Mayor Walsh Announces Winning Projects of Youth-Focused Participatory Budget Vote

Third Year of Youth Participation Serves as a National Model

Jun 9

Mayor Walsh announces Huntington Theatre Company Partnership

The agreement will allow Huntington to stay in BU Theatre and expand programming, partnerships and opportunities for Boston's young people.

Jun 7

Frog Pond spray pool reopens June 24

Boston Parks Commissioner Chris Cook and The Skating Club of Boston president Joe Blount are pleased to welcome children and guests to kick off the 2016 summer season as the Boston Common Frog Pond...

Jun 7

Mayor Walsh, Secretary Kerry Announce Boston Will Host 2017 US-China Climate Leaders Summit

BEIJING, CHINA - Tuesday, June 7, 2016 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry to announce that Boston will host the 2017 U.S. - China Climate Leaders Summit. The Mayor...

Jun 2

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Imagine Boston 2030: Residents share ways to invest in infrastructure, open space, and culture

We're examining some of the ideas Bostonians have shared that address our fourth goal: invest in infrastructure, open space and culture.

Jun 2

Donna Summer Roller Disco Party returns to City Hall Plaza on June 17

The third annual celebration of summer is free and open to the public.

Jun 2

Mayor Walsh to speak in China on Climate Change

Mayor Walsh will join a delegation of 20 U.S. cities that will attend the Summit.

Jun 1

Read Your Way to Fenway summer essay contest begins at Boston Public Library

Youth ages 5-17 are eligible to win tickets to a Red Sox game.

Jun 1

Mayor Walsh announces three new carbon cup participants

AvalonBay Communities, Sheraton Boston Hotel and Vertex Pharmaceuticals join Greenovate Boston's Mayor's Carbon Cup.

Jun 1

Boston.gov... so hot right now

It may be obvious to anyone who’s visited CityofBoston.gov over the past 20 years, but the City’s digital platforms lack a style guide.

May 27

City of Boston in partnership with Mass Poetry unveils "Raining Poetry"

The new public art installations reveal invisible poetry when it rains.

May 26

Boston Public Library's Concerts in the Courtyard return to Central Library in Copley Square

Boston Public Library’s free Concerts in the Courtyard ( www.bpl.org/concerts) series returns June 1 and runs through August 31, featuring a variety of artists and musical genres in the library’s...

May 26

City of Boston launches Cyber Security Awareness and Training program for all city employees

The City of Boston's Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) today announced its Cyber Security Awareness and Training program for all City employees. The new program cements Boston's...

May 26

Give your input on Hubway sites

Help us pick the final sites for 10 new Hubway stations in Roxbury and northern Dorchester

May 25

Smith Family Foundation donates $3M to create park honoring Martin W. Richard

Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced this week that the Richard and Susan Smith Family Foundation will make a $3 million gift for the park being constructed along Fort Point Channel in honor of Martin W...

May 25

Boston Public Library reaches 100,000 items digitized and accessible at DigitalCommonwealth.org

Collections in Digital Commonwealth.org include thousands of images, documents, and sound recordings from member institutions which are openly accessible to researchers, students, and the...

May 25

Mayor Walsh asks for feedback on future of transportation in Boston

Residents and consumers asked to help prioritize among popular community ideas.

May 25

Mayor Walsh appoints Boston's First Chief Data Officer

Andrew Therriault to lead Boston's Citywide Analytics Team and advance Boston's role as a data-driven city.

May 24

Boston Public Library June Literary Events at locations across the city

Boston Public Library offers a wealth of author talks and book sales throughout the month of June; visit www.bpl.org/ calendarfor a complete list. The Brighton Branch, located at 40 Academy Hill Road...

May 24

Mayor Walsh commits $7.5 million to create and preserve affordable housing for all Boston residents

The first RFP for pilot Acquisition Opportunity Program released.

May 24

Mayor Walsh discusses importance of executive action and working collaboratively, urges congress to…

Mayor Walsh today offered the following remarks at the White House State and Local Gun Violence Prevention Convening in Washington D.C.

May 24

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Imagine Boston 2030: Your ideas to help the City promote a healthy environment

Much of the feedback we’ve heard from the Boston community has reflected the need to prepare the City for climate change.

May 23

Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series begins June 1

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) will launch the 2016 Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield on Wednesday, June 1...

May 23

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Mayor Walsh to Speak at White House Gun Violence Prevention Convening

BOSTON - Monday, May 23, 2016 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced he has been invited to the White House State and Local Gun Violence Prevention Convening on Tuesday, May 24 in Washington, D.C...