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Dorchester Native Rodney Marshall Named Boston Fire Commissioner
Big news for Boston’s bravest: a familiar face is stepping into a major leadership role. According to the Boston Globe, Mayor Michelle Wu has named Rodney [...]
Mayor Michelle Wu Files FY27 Budget that Protects Core City Services, Invests in Boston’s Future
BOSTON – Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – Mayor Michelle Wu today filed her Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget and five-year 2027-2031 Capital Plan. The FY27 [...]
BPS parents speak out on chronically late school buses at emergency hearing
Boston has one of the largest and most complex school transportation systems in the country. Every day, twenty thousand BPS students depend on school buses [...]
CANCEL – BPD Missing Person Alert: 15-Year-Old Hayden Fletcher, of Charlestown has been safely located.
CANCEL - BPD Missing Person Alert: 15-Year-Old Hayden Fletcher, of Charlestown, has been safely located. BPD Missing Person Alert: The Boston Police Department is seeking the [...]
BPD Community Alert: New Year’s Eve Safety Reminder, Be Aware of Drink Spiking and Report Suspicious Activity
The Boston Police Department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable New Year’s Eve. As New Year’s celebrations and First Night [...]
Mayor Michelle Wu Announces Four-Year Contract with Boston Firefighters IAFF Local 718
BOSTON – Tuesday, December 30, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu today announced a new four-year contract has been ratified by [...]
Wind + Trash Day = a big mess in the neighborhood
If Tuesday is your trash day, you most likely woke up to garbage strewn about the streets. Yikes. A Wind [...]
FYI: South Station Commuter Rail Fare Gates in Operation Starting December 30
Commuter Rail fare gates at South Station will be introduced to passengers incrementally beginning tomorrow with more fare gates expected [...]
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 [...]
Be informed. Get involved: Sign Up for Boston Planning Department’s newsletter
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 day into something unforgettable for [...]
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 Boston Fire Department! Feel free [...]
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, BPD has created a list [...]
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 project. This new grocery store [...]
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 [...]