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Jul 24

City releases Performing Arts Facilities Assessment for public comment

The draft aims to understand the current and anticipated venue challenges of local performing arts organizations.

Jul 21

New pedestrian wayfinding signs coming to South Boston Waterfront

The new signs are expected to improve mobility by making walking to destinations in the area easier and more pleasurable.

Jul 21

Demolition Delay application: 202 and 206 Maverick Street

The application is to demolish a two-story commercial structure at 202 Maverick Street and a three-family house at 206 Maverick Street in East Boston.

Jul 21

Groundbreaking for the $23 million Harry and Jeanette Weinberg House

The new building will create 61 affordable apartments for seniors in Boston

Jul 21

Traffic Advisory for Sunday, July 23, 2017

Open Newbury Street, Convite Internacional Banilejo

Jul 20

Demolition Delay application: 9 Chelsea Street and 144, 146, 148 Maverick Street

The application is to demolish a funeral home at 9 Chelsea Street, a three-story mixed-use townhouse at 144 Maverick Street, a three-story mixed-use townhouse at 146 Maverick Street, and a two-story...

Jul 20

Demolition Delay application: 5201-5205 Washington Street

The application is to demolish a single-story auto repair building at 5201-5205 Washington Street in West Roxbury.

Jul 20

Happy birthday, Boston.gov

We’ve learned a lot in the past year, both from our successes and our failures.

Jul 20

Nine organizations selected for My Brother's Keeper mini grants program

This is the second round of funding to support local organizations working to provide opportunities and mentorship to young men of color.

Jul 20

Five neighborhoods join the slow streets program

The Neighborhood Slow Streets program is a community-based effort to reduce speeds and improve the quality of life on Boston’s local streets.

Jul 20

Demolition Delay application: 7 Wise Street

The application is to demolish a single-family dwelling at 7 Wise Street in Jamaica Plain.

Jul 20

Demolition Delay application: 88 Lambert Avenue

The application is to demolish five garage structures at 88 Lambert Avenue in Roxbury.

Jul 19

Housing Innovation Lab now a permanent office

The lab was created to increase housing affordability by pioneering innovative housing models and systems.

Jul 19

New housing policies to support residents with disabilities

The new accessibility policies will increase access to housing opportunities for people with disabilities in Boston.

Jul 19

City report shows progress in creating affordable housing

Boston's latest housing report highlights gains in stabilizing the housing market, accommodating housing growth, and increasing affordability.

Jul 19

Mayor Walsh Launches PSA Campaign to Support Muslim Residents, Visitors

50 posters to go up throughout the City to illustrate how bystanders can address Islamophobia.

Jul 19

New PSA campaign to support Muslim residents, visitors

Fifty posters will go up throughout the City to illustrate how bystanders can address Islamophobia.

Jul 18

City calls for submissions for Fay Chandler EMERGING Art Exhibition and award

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture today announced a call for submissions for the third annual Fay Chandler EMERGING Art Exhibition.

Jul 17

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BCYF Paris Street Community Center reopens after $12 million investment

This $12 million, two-year renovation highlights Boston's $55 million Capital Plan investments in BCYF projects since 2016.

Jul 17

Notes from the Archives: Urban Renewal and Government Center

Today’s post looks at a significant moment in Boston’s history: the heyday of urban renewal and the plan for Government Center.

Jul 14

Demolition Delay application: 807-809 River Street

The application is to demolish a three-family residence at 807-809 River Street in Hyde Park.

Jul 14

New art exhibits and murals on display at City Hall

A series of new artwork is now on display at Boston City Hall, including four new art exhibitions and three new murals. This effort is part of Mayor Walsh's commitment to creating a City Hall that is...

Jul 14

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Mayor Walsh launches final Imagine Boston 2030 plan in Upham’s Corner!

To celebrate the launch of the final document, Mayor Walsh hosted a Launch Party and Showcase in Upham’s Corner in Dorchester.

Jul 13

City releases resilience strategy focused on addressing racial equity

The comprehensive strategy outlines efforts to prepare Boston to confront challenges, ranging from climate change to acts of terrorism.

Jul 13

Priscilla Douglas appointed to Boston Public Library Board of Trustees

Douglas was sworn in on Tuesday, June 27, at City Hall, and fills the vacancy of Carol Fulp.

Jul 12

Defending net neutrality and Boston’s open Internet

A free and open Internet is vital to the success of our City and its people. We must defend it.

Jul 12

Mayoral letter to FCC Chairman on net neutrality

The letter below, addressed to FCC Chairman Ajit Pai, reinforces the nondiscrimination principles first called for in a 2014 U.S. Conference of Mayors resolution. Mayor Walsh joined 50 mayors to...