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Nov 23

Supporting Boston's arts community this holiday season

Boston’s artists and creative businesses have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic this year, and they need our support now more than ever.

Nov 23

Be Connected: Let's make a cookbook together!

We invite all of our employees to help us create a City of Boston Holiday Cookbook by submitting one or more of your favorite recipes.

Nov 23

Mayor Walsh appoints Nick Martin as Chief Communications Officer

Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced today that he is appointing Nick Martin to be the administration's new Chief Communications Officer, effective Monday, December 14.

Nov 23

Reimagine Boston Main Streets program launched

Join Mayor Walsh and the Office of Economic Development for a virtual kick-off community event on Monday, November 23.

Nov 20

Electric vehicle charging ports in a historic district?

It’s often perceived that historic districts in the city are designed to keep buildings frozen in time.

Nov 20

Adapting Boston City Hall to new climate conditions

Resilience to climate change risks is fundamental to the City of Boston’s preservation goals.

Nov 20

New Boston Riding Club. Source: http://mhc-macris.net/

Buildings we love: The New Boston Riding Club

The New Riding Club of Boston was built on a site previously occupied by a brick industrial building.

Nov 20

Featured feature: Street clocks

The era of the public clock began in cities before the Civil War.

Nov 20

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Notes from the trenches

The City's Archeology Department pushes ahead despite the pandemic.

Nov 20

Landmarks Commission welcomes new staff architect Yolanda Romero

Please join us in welcoming Yolanda Romero as the new Staff Architect for the Boston Landmarks Commission!

Nov 20

Winter weather preparations underway in Boston

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined City officials at the Public Works yard on Frontage Road to discuss winter preparations currently underway in the City of Boston, and resources available to...

Nov 20

Boston Common tree arrives; Mayor will virtually light tree on December 3

The annual celebration will happen virtually on WCVB Channel 5.

Nov 20

Mayor Walsh, Immigrant Advancement host 'We Are Boston 2020: From Resilience To Equity'

This year’s virtual program focused on honoring frontline workers and immigrant-serving nonprofits for their tireless work throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nov 20

Helping preserve Boston’s Black history

During this week’s City Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution highlighting the Boston Black Hospitality Coalition’s work to help impacted Black businesses throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nov 20

City Council celebrates National School Psychologist Week

National School Psychologist Week is a time to recognize the important work school psychologists and other educators do to help all students thrive.

Nov 20

November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month

Since 2007, November has been recognized at National Homeless Youth Awareness Month.

Nov 20

City Council supports 'Right to Recall' for Boston hotel workers

Recently, the Marriott Hotel in Copley Square permanently eliminated 231 employees, offering them little severance.

Nov 20

City Council recognizes Transgender Day of Remembrance

During this week’s City Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution recognizing Friday, November 20, as Transgender Day of Remembrance.

Nov 20

City Council resolution supports inclusion of 108 Walter Street in Roslindale Wetlands Urban Wild

On November 5, 2020, the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs announced $8.7 million in grant awards to municipalities and land trusts to support the acquisition and conservation of...

Nov 19

A green bike lane extends forward from view, with a car traveling to the left in a travel lane. Trees line the street to the right, and a person is walking on the sidewalk.

Construction completed of key Healthy Streets projects

New bus lanes, walk-friendly signal changes, and separated bike lanes have been added in Downtown, Mattapan, and Roslindale.

Nov 19

Boston recognized for leadership and transparency on climate action

The City of Boston was named one of 88 cities on the 2020 CDP Cities A- List for quick, bold, and transparent climate action.

Nov 18

Guidance offered on how to safely celebrate Thanksgiving during COVID-19

Health officials have advised that traditional Thanksgiving gatherings with family and friends can increase the chances of getting or spreading COVID-19.

Nov 17

Demolition Delay application: 1201 Saratoga Street, East Boston

The application is to demolish the house and garage at 1201 Saratoga Street in East Boston.

Nov 17

City of Boston offering expanded recycling resources for residents

City of Boston expands residential yard waste options and installs textile dropboxes in neighborhoods throughout the City.

Nov 17

A message from Commissioner McCosh: Housing stability

A weekly message from Commissioner McCosh in support of the local disability community.

Nov 17

City of Boston celebrates reopening of Dorchester Park

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Boston Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods announced this week the unveiling of recent improvements in Dorchester Park located at 2180 Dorchester Avenue.

Nov 16

Boston's zero-emission vehicle roadmap released

In tandem, the Boston Transportation Department is installing publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in its neighborhood municipal lots.