Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds - 4259 Washington Street: June 20, 2026
Prior to committing federal funding for the construction or rehabilitation of housing and community development projects, the public is afforded 18 calendar days to submitcomments on the
Social District Guidelines
Patrons are able to consume alcoholic beverages outdoors within two Social Districtsin Downtown Boston. The Social Districts at Union and Marshall Streets—located in Downtown’s Blackstone Block
Two Downtown Social Districts Announced Through July 31
Mayor Michelle Wu today announced that patrons will be able to consume alcoholic beverages outdoors within the Social Districts at Union and Marshall Streets — located in Downtown’s Blackstone Block
City of Boston Invites Residents and Visitors to Celebrate Juneteenth Across the City
Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston announced a series of Juneteenth events taking place across the city, inviting residents and visitors to commemorate Black freedom, honor the legacy of those
City of Boston Celebrates First Graduates of Planning Academy, Announces Launch of Fall Academy
The City of Boston this week celebrated the graduation of the first ever cohort of the City’sPlanning Academy. City staff developed and led the Planning Academy to equip residents from different
Traffic Advisory
Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on
The City of Boston and Madison Park Development Corporation Celebrate the Topping Off of 75 Dudley Street
The City of Boston today celebrated the topping off of the 75 Dudley Street development in Nubian Square. The project will create 15 new income-restricted homeownership opportunities in
Zoning Commission Adopts New Zoning For Chinatown, Updates to City Sign Code
The Zoning Commission adopted new zoning for the Chinatown neighborhood, as well as comprehensive new zoning for signs in the City of Boston. Thenew zoning for Chinatownwill make it easier for
Applications for the Boston Farmers Market Coupon Program Open
Selected recipients will receive $100 in coupons to spend at participating Boston farmers markets from July through October. The City of Boston has opened applications for the Boston Farmers Market
BCYF Clougherty Outdoor Pool to Open For the Summer
TheBCYF Clougherty Poolin Charlestown will open this Saturday, June 20 for the summer season. This outdoor pool, as well as several indoor pools across the City operated by Boston Centers for Youth
Boston Marks 1,000th Homebuyer Assisted Through ONE+Boston Program
The Mayor’s Office of Housing today announced that theONE+Boston Homebuyer Programhas reached a major milestone, helping its 1,000th Boston resident purchase a home. The program, offered through the
New Data Show Fewest Opioid Overdose Deaths in Boston in a Decade
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 –New preliminary data analyzed by Boston Public Health Commission show that in 2025, there were 120 opioid overdose deaths in Boston, the lowest number in a decade. This is a
Traffic Advisory for June 15, 2026
People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on thewebsiteand information on the MBTA
Traffic Advisory
Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on
Mayor Michelle Wu Announces More than 500 Free World Cup Tickets for Boston Residents
Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the City of Boston, in partnership with the Boston Host Committee for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, has worked with private partners and individuals to provide more than
Mayor Michelle Wu Announces More than 500 Free World Cup Tickets for Boston Residents
Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the City of Boston, in partnership with the Boston Host Committee for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, has worked with private partners and individuals to provide more than
Traffic Advisory
Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on
City of Boston Announces Return of ‘Color Flows’ Activations Downtown For Residents and Visitors to Enjoy This Summer
The City of Boston announced the return of ‘Color Flows’ to Winter Street in Downtown Crossing, and the expansion of the program to Liberty Tree Plaza in Chinatown. Over the next few months, these
Summer 2026 Traffic Advisory
Parking restrictions and street closures will be in effect in the City of Boston during summer events this year. This year, World Cup matches will take place onJune 13, June 16, June 19, June 23,
Mayor Michelle Wu Kicks Off Historic Summer of Global Events Across Boston
Mayor Michelle Wu joined City departments and local and state partners to kick off a historic summer of global events across Boston, including Boston 250, the FIFA World Cup™, and Sail Boston. From
Boston to Join Bloomberg Philanthropies’ National Initiative To Connect Students With High-Wage Careers In Skilled Trades
Bloomberg Philanthropies’ $12.8 million investment will strengthen direct pathway from Madison Park Technical Vocational High School into Registered Apprenticeships in building trades and water
Mayor Wu Announces Extension of Operating Hours for Bars and Restaurants During Summer 2026
Temporary extension to allow establishments in the City of Boston to stay open one hour past their regular time. BOSTON – Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – Following recent passage of state law, Mayor
$200,000 In Small Business Grants Announced Ahead of Summer Events
Mayor Wu, Boston Foundation and AirBnB announce grants for neighborhood activations, business corridor improvements, and community programming across Boston. Mayor Michelle Wu joined Airbnb and The
Mayor Michelle Wu Celebrates The Historic Transformation of the Anne M. Lynch Homes at Old Colony
The event celebrated the completion of the final phase and the 15 year redevelopment of Old Colony public housing community in South Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Congressman Stephen Lynch joined the
Mayor Michelle Wu, Secretary Phil Eng Announce Extension of Fare-Free Transit Program
Mayor Michelle Wu and MassDOT Interim Secretary and MBTA General Manager Phil Eng today announced that the City of Boston has extended its successful fare-free transit program through the end of
Mayor Wu, MassHousing, and Pennrose Break Ground on 95 Everett Street in Allston-Brighton
The City of Boston, MassHousing, and Pennrose LLC today celebrated the groundbreaking of 95 Everett Street, a new affordable, transit-oriented housing and commercial development that will deliver 88
Proposed Demolition 5 Ashland Street, Dorchester
The Boston Landmarks Commission has received a complete Article 85 Demolition Delayapplication for5 ASHLAND STREET, DORCHESTER. This property does not have any historic protections. If invoked,
Boston City Council Approves $8.15 Million in FY2026 Community Preservation Historic Preservation Grants
The Boston City Council has officially approved a slate of Fiscal Year 2026 Community Preservation Act historic preservation grants totaling $8.15 million across 23 projects citywide. The approval
Bringing Dorchester’s “Lost” 17th- century Capen House Back to Boston
The City Archaeology Program was recently awarded a grant from the Community Preservation Commission to acquire the 1675 Capen House. The Capen House was built in Dorchester on Washington Street,
Balancing Preservation and Growth in Brighton’s Aberdeen District
At its April 9 hearing, the Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District Commission approved the construction of four new townhouses on an empty lot. For the fullest experience of the beauty and
Community Voices Inform Proposed Monument Square Landmark District
At a recent community gathering, Charlestown residents learned about the proposed district, asked questions, and shared their perspectives on preserving one of the neighborhood's most historic
City Council Honors National Preservation Month and 50 Years of the Boston Landmarks Commission
At its May 6 meeting, the Boston City Council adopteda resolutionrecognizing May as National Preservation Month and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Boston Landmarks Commission. Introduced by
Boston Acquisition Fund Preserves 43 Affordable Homes in Roslindale
Parkside on Adams acquisition will preserve income restricted transit-oriented housing and protect residents from displacement The Mayor’s Office of Housing announced today that Parkside on Adams, a
Boston Ranked #1 U.S. City for Foreign Investment by Financial Times and Nikkei
Mayor Michelle Wu today announced that Boston has been ranked the top city in the United States for foreign multinational businesses, according to the ranking compiled by the Financial Times and
Traffic Advisory
Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on
Mayor Michelle Wu Highlights City’s Readiness for Summer Events and Announces Coordinated Preparation Efforts Across Boston
City departments, public safety agencies, and regional partners prepared to support a safe and successful summer as Boston welcomes the world to our City Mayor Michelle Wu joined City leaders and
2026 Boston Parks and Recreation Summer Program Guide Now Available
Check out the Boston Parks and Recreation Department's Summer Guide, a complete schedule of free events and activities for all ages. Visit the Parks Department pageto view the Summer Guide in a PDF
Black Men's Health Activation Summit
This event will inform future Black men’s health initiatives across the city, as part of Boston’s Live Long and Well Agenda Mayor Michelle Wu, the City of Boston, and Boston Public Health Commission
The Office of Housing Announces Start of Construction for Affordable Homeownership Development in Mattapan
The City of Boston today announced the closing and start of construction for a new affordable homeownership development at 30–36 Mildred Avenue in Mattapan. Norfolk Design & Construction, in
, City of Boston Traffic Advisory
Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on
Boston Announces Grants Over $100,000 In Free Youth Swim Lessons, Kicks Off Summer Pool Season
The City of Boston’sOffice of Human ServicesandBoston Centers for Youth & Familiesannounced 11 nonprofit organizations as recipients of the Swim Safe grants. Funded through $114,892 in individual
2026 Legacy Business Award Winners Announced
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the winners of the 2026Legacy BusinessAwards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the
Spark Boston Council Applications Open
Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 SPARK Boston Council, a volunteer leadership and civic engagement council for Boston residents ages 20 to 35. Applications are due by June 30, 2026. Mayor
2026 Open Newbury Schedule Announced
During Open Newbury, Newbury Street will be car-free and open to pedestrians only from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mayor Michelle Wu today announced the 2026 Open Newbury dates. Since Open Newbury was
City of Boston and MBTA Announce Plans For Summer Street to Support World Cup Matches
The City of Boston and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority announced a plan regarding Summer Street closures around South Station to support both local and regional commuters, neighborhood
Learn-and-Earn Job Opportunities for Boston Students Expands Through Private-Public Coalition
City sets goal of 2,000 school-year learn-and-earn jobs for youth, building on Boston Public Schools college and career pathways strategy Mayor Michelle Wu announced the expansion and redesign of
Pride, Resiliency, and Recovery: Monthly Observances for June
Every year in June we take time to spotlight and celebrate Boston’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Nonbinary community and its resilience. This resiliency has unfortunately been
Traffic Advisory
Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on
Mayor Michelle Wu and Brighton Marine Announce $1 Million Partnership to Support Boston Veterans
Mayor Michelle Wu and Rosye Cloud, CEO ofBrighton Marine, announced a new $1 million public-private partnership to support Boston veterans and other communities. As part of this initiative, the City
Mayor Wu Announces 2026 Open Streets Schedule
Today, Mayor Michelle Wu announced the 2026 Open Streets Series, a car-free event series that transforms roadways into vibrant, pedestrian-only public spaces during the summer and fall. Now in its