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Oct 6

Demolition Delay application: 101 Carolina Avenue, Jamaica Plain

The application is to demolish the house at 101 Carolina Avenue in Jamaica Plain.

Oct 5

CORI-friendly virtual job fair, career development workshop series announced

The job fair is hosted in partnership with MassHire Downtown Boston Career Center and the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department.

Oct 5

Mayor files ordinance to equip residents with information on eviction rights, resources

The new ordinance will require constables to provide information on eviction help.

Oct 3

Resources for tenants at risk of eviction available ahead of lift on statewide eviction moratorium

Massachusetts statewide eviction moratorium is slated to end October 17

Oct 3

Flyer for 2021 Boston Cultural Council grants

Applications open for 2021 Boston Cultural Council organizational grants

Update: The deadline to apply for Boston Cultural Council organizational grants has been extended to December 14, 2020.

Oct 2

City of Boston Tree Canopy Assessment released

The report shows Boston's tree canopy remained stable from 2014 to 2019. Investments in trees on City property balanced the canopy loss on private property.

Oct 2

October 2021: Cybersecurity Awareness Month

We're encouraging residents to ensure their information is secure.

Oct 2

October 2020: Cybersecurity Awareness Month

We're encouraging residents to ensure their information is secure.

Oct 2

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month

The Council adopted a resolution, offered by Councilors Mejia and Essaibi-George, recognizing October as Dyslexia Awareness Month.

Oct 2

City Council recognizes Deaf Awareness Week

During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution, offered by Councilors Flynn and Edwards, recognizing International Week of the Deaf.

Oct 1

Boston Seniority magazine: Mayor's letter

From the Mayor's desk: Keeping Boston safe and strong.

Oct 1

Boston Seniority magazine: Mosquito bite prevention

The West Nile Virus risk level was raised from low to moderate in the City of Boston. We have information below on how to protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses.

Oct 1

Boston Seniority magazine: Important numbers

Here are some important numbers to keep in mind if you're looking for help.

Oct 1

Parks Department unveils improvements to multiple playgrounds

The Parks Department invites you to explore four newly renovated playgrounds in Roxbury and Dorchester.

Sep 30

Orange Wall adjacent to plaza at Grove Hall municipal parking lot

Artists sought for Blue Hill Avenue (Grove Hall) mural

The Transportation Department is seeking artists for mural proposals for the wall at 457 Blue Hill Avenue, adjacent to the Grove Hall Plaza.

Sep 30

Next round of Boston Resiliency Fund grants announced

This round of funding represents $472,984 to 10 community organizations.

Sep 30

New fall and winter support available to restaurants

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the expansion of the Reopen Boston Fund to ensure restaurants in Boston are able to purchase necessary equipment for outdoor dining this fall and winter.

Sep 30

Next round of applications for Community Preservation Act funds announced

$25 million available to distribute to projects that build affordable housing, preserve historic sites or create open space and recreation

Sep 30

October is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Awareness Month

This month, we look at resources for kids and adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Sep 30

Celebrating Fire Prevention Week in Boston

Fire Prevention Week will be observed in the City of Boston this year from October 4 to October 10.

Sep 29

Mayor Walsh delivers remarks to Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today delivered remarks to the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce during their virtual Government Affairs Forum, laying out how his administration continues responding to the...

Sep 29

Message from Commissioner McCosh: Staying safe in flu season

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

Sep 29

Mayor Walsh's 2020 remarks to Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Read the Mayor's remarks during the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Virtual Government Affairs Forum held on September 29, 2020.

Sep 29

Phase II of mounted training begins for six Park Rangers

Expect to see more Mounted Park Rangers patrolling Boston's Parks in the near future.

Sep 28

City of Boston seeks partner to design first urban forest plan

The 20-year plan will be designed to set citywide goals for canopy protection, be responsive to climate change, and enhance the quality of life for all Bostonians

Sep 28

A rendering of the long-term vision showing Blue Hill Ave with protected bike lanes, center running bus lanes, and enhanced pedestrian safety

Blue Hill Avenue community meeting to discuss near-term improvements, long-term vision

For the past year, theTransportation Department has been leading a community process to re-imagine the future of Blue Hill Avenue.

Sep 28

Boston Racial Equity Fund Steering Committee announced

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the Steering Committee members for the Boston Racial Equity Fund , created to invest in nonprofits and initiatives that empower Boston’s Black and Brown residents...