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MassDOT’s Name of Snowplow Winner Announced and “Flake Maye” might be our favorite
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced the winners of the fourth annual “Name A Snowplow” contest for elementary and middle school students [...]
Mayor Michelle Wu Talks Trump, BPS and Improving City Services in Second Inaugural Address
Mayor Michelle Wu was sworn in for her second term on Monday at Symphony Hall. She spent much of 2025 on the campaign trail defending [...]
In a City Hall Twist, Councilor Breadon Elected President after Last Minute Withdrawal of Coletta Zapata
Allston-Brighton’s Liz Breadon will serve as president for Boston’s 58th City Council, beating District 4’s Brian Worrell seven to six. “I came to the role [...]
After 100 years of restrictions, shellfish can be harvested in Boston Harbor.
Big news, all those who had “start clamming and shellfishing” on their 2026 new things to try list. For the first time in more than [...]
Water Main Break in Charlestown on Wednesday
Yikes! This is no way to start the day! Early on Wednesday morning, a water main break flooded First Ave [...]
Councilors Breadon, Louijenne, and Coletta Zapata exploring city-run grocery stores to keep food on the table
The City Council approved a hearing for Wednesday to examine the feasibility of publicly owned grocery stores to strengthen Boston’s [...]
Boston Housing Authority to Deploy Extrasense AI-Enhanced Cameras In Ongoing War on Rats
Over the next six months, the Boston Housing Authority (BHA) and Extrasense Technology Incorporated will pilot AI-enhanced rodent monitoring cameras [...]
BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek Public’s Help in Larceny Investigation in Charlestown
The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured in connection with an ongoing larceny [...]
Taylor Swift/The Official Release Party of a Showgirl Movie Party at Alamo Drafthouse
Alamo Drafthouse hosts the ultimate Taylor Swift fan experience for the one-weekend-only big screen release of TAYLOR SWIFT/ THE OFFICIAL RELEASE [...]
Federal Government Shutdown – Here’s what you need to know
Well, here we go… At 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, October 1st, the federal government officially shut down after Congress couldn’t [...]
MCCA Awards $115,000 in Community Partnership Grants to 23 Boston Nonprofits
Boston – The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) today announced it has distributed $115,000 in Community Partnership Grants to 23 Boston-based nonprofits during its annual awards luncheon [...]
Boston Planning Department Public Meeting to Discuss Austin Street Lots Redevelopment
The Boston Planning Department will host a virtual community meeting to discuss the Austin Streets Lots Redevelopment on Wednesday, September 24th from 6pm-8pm. Description: The [...]
USS Constitution is Underway on Friday
History in Motion USS Constitution is scheduled to get underway on Friday, September 19th, from Charlestown Navy Yard at 10:00 A.M. The cruise will be [...]
Mayor Michelle Wu Officially Launches Annual Legacy Business Award Nominations
Residents are encouraged to nominate iconic, long-standing businesses located within the city by October 31, 2025 BOSTON – Tuesday, September 16, 2025 – Today, Mayor [...]
City Councilors, fellow candidates, and local influencers respond to Josh Kraft’s suspended mayoral campaign.
It has been a rough few weeks for now former mayoral candidate and philanthropist Josh Kraft. In August, he parted ways with top campaign advisers. [...]
City of Boston Announces Spooky Streets Grant Program
BOSTON — Friday, September 5, 2025 — Today, Mayor Michelle Wu and the Community Engagement Cabinet’s Office of Civic Organizing announced applications are now open for the Spooky [...]