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Apr 19

Nominations open for SPARK Boston's annual Impact Awards

The awards shine a spotlight on young adults aged 20-34 doing outstanding work to improve the City.

Apr 19

Request for Proposals sought for Boston Marathon memorial

The deadline to submit proposals is June 4, 2018.

Apr 17

Demolition Delay application: 390 Dorchester Street, South Boston

The application is to demolish a commercial structure at 390 Dorchester Street in South Boston.

Apr 17

New state grant to boost foreclosure prevention programs

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the Boston Home Center (BHC) has been awarded a $190,000 grant for its work on foreclosure prevention.

Apr 13

Demolition Delay application: 2659 Centre Street, West Roxbury

The application is to demolish a dwelling and storage shed at 2659 Centre Street in West Roxbury.

Apr 13

Responses to our RFI on municipal electricity aggregation program

What we heard about how to implement a municipal electricity aggregation program in the City of Boston.

Apr 13

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

We have information on organizations devoted to education and community support focused around alcohol-related issues.

Apr 12

Investing in the success of artists

For the second year in a row, the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture has partnered with Assets for Artists to support 10 Boston-based artists' participation in the Matched Savings Program run by...

Apr 11

Demolition Delay application: 40-42, 46, 48-50 Hichborn Street, Brighton

The application is to demolish a three-family house at 40-42 Hichborn Street, a garage at 46 Hichborn Street, and a three-family house at 48-50 Hichborn Street in Brighton.

Apr 11

Parks Department awarded TD Green Streets Urban Forestry Grant

Boston was one of 10 cities that received grants of up to $20,000.

Apr 11

Enrollment open for Snap Shot Teen Photography program

The unique summer job teaches teens about photography.

Apr 11

Fiscal Year 2019 budget accelerates progress, proposes new investments

The $3.29 billion plan builds on the Walsh Administration's commitment to accelerating progress in key areas.

Apr 10

Ways to get involved for the Fourth Annual One Boston Day

Encourages the public, organizations to get involved with acts of goodwill and kindness

Apr 10

Demolition Delay application: 87 Sawyer Avenue, Dorchester

The application is to demolish a three-family residence at 87 Sawyer Avenue in Dorchester.

Apr 10

Demolition Delay application: 148 Northern Ave, 146/150 Seaport Blvd

The application is to demolish a single-story commercial structure and two-story commercial structure at 148 Northern Avenue and 146/150 Seaport Boulevard in the Seaport District.

Apr 10

Demolition Delay application: 72 West Milton Street, Hyde Park

The application is to demolish a single-family residence at 72 West Milton Street in Hyde Park.

Apr 10

Demolition Delay application: 66 Edson Street, Dorchester

The application is to demolish a single-family residence at 66 Edson Street in Dorchester.

Apr 9

Demolition Delay application: 151 Liverpool Street, East Boston

The application is to demolish a commercial structure at 151 Liverpool Street in East Boston.

Apr 9

Demolition Delay application: 19 Everett Avenue, Dorchester

The application is to demolish a three-family residence at 19 Everett Avenue in Dorchester.

Apr 9

Investments to strengthen public safety in Boston

Mayor Walsh announced a series of public safety investments included in the City's recommended Fiscal Year 2019 (FY19) operating budget and capital plan.

Apr 9

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Traffic and parking restrictions for 2018 Patriots Day weekend

Weekend events, including the Boston Marathon and Patriots Day Parade, will result in street closures and parking restrictions.

Apr 6

Mayor Walsh announces start of SuperTeen Program

Program Offers a High-Quality Service-Learning Experience During the Summer Months

Apr 6

Mayor Walsh announces Request for Ideas for the activation of 555 Columbia Road in Upham's Corner

Responses are due by 5:00 p.m. on May 4, 2018

Apr 6

New technology to aid those with blindness or low-vision on Marathon weekend

Aira's app will be available for free use during Boston Marathon weekend throughout the entire City of Boston.

Apr 4

New deputy director appointed for Office Of Housing Stability

During her time in the private sector, Domonique Williams, a Roxbury resident, worked on behalf of clients whose leases had been breached.

Apr 4

Notes from the Archives: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in Boston

On this day in 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee. Though Dr. King was most widely known for his civil rights activities in the American South, he had strong ties...

Apr 4

$2.4 million investment to support health of Boston Public Schools students

The proposed Boston Fiscal Year 2019 budget will include funding for eight additional nurses and 12 additional psychologists and social workers for students.