With several recent precipitation events in September that directly benefited Massachusetts’ hydrological systems, Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Beth Card announced that drought conditions have improved in all regions of the state, and made the following drought declarations: the…
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Wu Announces Reopening of Youth Development Fund Applications
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Human Services (OHS) announce applications are now open for the 2023 Youth Development Fund (YDF) fall grant. The YDF is a yearly competitive grant aimed at supporting non-profit organizations that work with Boston…
$26,000 Scholarships for MA High School Seniors
The Henry David Thoreau Foundation awards collegiate scholarships of up to $26K to eight to ten students graduating from public or private high schools in Massachusetts. As Henry David Thoreau Scholars, these select high school seniors may enroll in any…
USS Constitution To Go Underway With Former Crew Members for 225th Anniversary
USS Constitution is scheduled to go underway for its 225th Anniversary on Friday, October 21, at 10 a.m. Over 140 former crew members will join Old Ironsides’ current crew to celebrate the ship’s historic 225th milestone. The underway will include…
GSCA Meeting Agenda
Gove Street Citizens Association (GSCA)agenda for Monday, October 24, 6:30pm. Register for Zoom for this meeting: https://www.govestreet.org/meetings All speakers will be available to answer questions from the community. Community updates (20 min) Piers Park Phase III – An invitation to…
USPS Announces Holiday Mailing Deadlines To Service Members Abroad
As the holidays are fast approaching, so are the mailing deadlines to send presents and merriment to friends and loved ones serving away from home. Be prepared and get your letters and packages in the mail in time to ensure…
Italian American Cultural Celebration
Recognizing The Clean Water Act
First One: Expansion of Affordable Housing in East Boston
Special to the Times-Free Press Building on the City of Boston’s commitment to expanding affordable housing in Boston, Mayor Michelle Wu announced the acquisition of 36 multi-family buildings comprising a 114-unit housing portfolio by the newly created East Boston Neighborhood…
Wu Announces Results of Digital Equity Assessment and Shares Next Steps for a More Connected Boston
Special to the Times-Free Press Mayor Michelle Wu shared the results of a comprehensive digital equity assessment which will inform the development of a plan to build a more connected Boston, expand digital services, and ensure all residents thrive with…