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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 [...]
Breman Street Park splash pad is getting an update just in time for summer
Big news, Eastie families! Massport announced that the Breman Street Park splash pad will be getting upgraded! The splash pad will be closed from now [...]
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 [...]
Loud Wake-Up Call in Eastie After Early Morning Federal Raid with Percussion Grenades
Things got loud—really loud—on one East Boston street early this week. According to Universal Hub, residents on Lubec Street were jolted awake around 6 a.m. [...]
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 [...]
Missing Teen Alert: Jeydin C from East Boston
On Saturday, December 27th, the Condon Community Center in South Boston posted the following alert on social media: Missing Teen: [...]
Start of 2026 with a First Day Hike – it’s the 35th Anniversary of this tradition
Kick off the new year with fresh air and movement by joining a state park guided hike on Jan. 1, [...]
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 23, 2025, The City of Boston [...]
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 beginning in 2026. Make sure [...]
East Boston brothers face dangerousness hearings after narcotics bust
BOSTON, December 11, 2025 – Two East Boston brothers were arraigned Wednesday in BMC East Boston on charges of drug possession and distribution after a [...]
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 [...]
East Boston Drug Control Unit Arrested Two Suspects for Drug Trafficking
On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, officers assigned to the Drug Control Units of District A-7 (East Boston), District A-1 (Downtown) and E-18 (Hyde Park) arrested Julian [...]
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 [...]
