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Be a part of the City of Boston’s First-Ever Planning Academy
Have you ever wondered why your neighborhood looks and feels the way it does? If you join the Planning Academy, you will learn about Boston’s [...]
Good Will Dunkin: We all could use a free coffee today – Find out how to get one.
“I gotta go see about a coffee.” Oooofff. That was not an easy Super Bowl to watch, but we Patriots fans can hold our heads [...]
Wu executive order condemns ICE actions in Minnesota, outlines Boston’s response to any local operations
Mayor Michelle Wu signed an executive order Thursday condemning Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) egregious acts of violence in Minneapolis, including the fatal shootings of [...]
Fire on Rutherford Ave in Charlestown on Wednesday
BFD responded to a call for a fire at 1:15pm on Wednesday in Charlestown. A small fire was located on the roof of 570 Rutherford [...]
City of Boston and Public Health Commission Warn Residents of a Significant Increase in Flu Cases
Now is the time to get vaccinated to protect yourself and your loved ones from respiratory illness BOSTON – December [...]
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The City of Boston’s Planning Department will be sharing updates and engagement opportunities with the public online and via email [...]
Celtics Star Jaylen Brown Stops by Charlestown High — Surprise Visit Brings Big Smiles and Sneaker Love
Early this week, Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown made an unannounced stop at Charlestown High School, turning an ordinary school [...]
Christmas Tree Safety Tips from BFD
Here are some Christmas Tree Safety Tips below for important guidance on tree care, lighting, and extension cords from the [...]
Holiday and Package Delivery Safety Tips from the Boston Police Department
Holiday Safety Tips from the Boston Police Department In an effort to make this holiday season as safe as possible, [...]
Looks like a new supermarket is coming to the neighborhood
The Boston Business Journal reports that Trademark, the developer behind Hood Park, is planning to add a supermarket to the [...]
BPDA Awards Tentative Designation to Courageous Sailing for Transformative Pier 5 Redevelopment Project
Boston, MA (December 12, 2025) - Courageous Sailing, a leader in youth sailing education and community waterfront access, today announced that the Boston Planning & Development [...]
Winter is coming: Mayor Michelle Wu Shares Boston’s Winter Weather Preparations
BOSTON – Monday, December 8, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu and City officials today announced winter weather preparations currently underway in the City of Boston [...]
Mayor’s Enchanted Trolley Tour Kicks Off Christmas Time in Charlestown
For 29 years, the Mayor’s Enchanted Trolley Tour has ushered in the holiday season with treats, music, and an opportunity to meet the jolly old [...]
One Year Later, Charlestown Is Still Searching for Answers in Anchor Boston Vandalism Case
Do you recognize this guy? It’s been a year since a vandal smashed through the doors of The Anchor Boston. According to CBS News, the [...]
Councilors Flynn & Coletta Zapata Passed Resolution in Support of Expanding Prevention of Drink Spiking
BOSTON – This week, Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn and Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata passed a unanimous resolution in support of prevention and public awareness [...]
We Did It, Charlestown— Street Cleaning Season Is Over!
Love it or hate it, Street cleaning ends November 30th. Give yourselves a round of applause and pat on the back, Charlestown — we officially [...]