The City of Boston announced that applications for two four-year terms on the Boston School Committee are now being accepted by the Boston School Committee Nominating Panel. The Nominating Panel is a thirteen-member body composed of Boston Public Schools (BPS)…
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USS Constitution Museum to honor Admiral Lisa M. Franchetti and Rep. Daniel J. Ryan at 2026 Salute to Service
The USS Constitution Museum will bring together leaders from across Greater Boston’s civic, business, military, and philanthropic communities on Friday, November 6, for its annual Salute to Service at the Four Seasons Hotel Boston, honoring Admiral Lisa M. Franchetti, U.S.…
As Halloween creeps closer, keep fire safety in mind
Halloween is filled with spooky fun, but it also presents lurking fire hazards that can quickly turn the festive holiday into a truly scary one. According to the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), between 2020 and 2024, an estimated annual…
Healey-Driscoll Administration launches new workforce training opportunities
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the opening of applications for expanded Pathmaker workforce training programs across advanced manufacturing, AI, defense, climatetech and life sciences. The coordinated initiative will help Massachusetts businesses build skilled talent pipelines while connecting residents with career opportunities…
Amgen Massachusetts celebrates 25 years of innovation in Kendall Square
Hundreds of employees, life sciences leaders from across the state, and senior leadership gathered at Amgen Massachusetts in Kendall Square on Thursday afternoon to celebrate the site’s 25th anniversary. The occasion recognized the people, scientific innovation and partnerships that have…
MBTA releases new round of collectible CharlieCards celebrating Boston
The MBTA shared it has released five new special edition collectiable CharlieCards featuring iconic Boston landmarks including: the Massachusetts State Capital building, Bunker Hill Monument, the Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum, the Old State House, and TD Garden. The…
Wu announces Elsie Diaz as new Cape Verdean Cultural Advisor
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Elsie Dias as the City of Boston’s new Cape Verdean Cultural Advisor within the Office of Cultural Affairs. The office, within the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet, is composed of Cultural Advisors who…
Massachusetts Office of the Veteran Advocate releases first five-year strategic plan
The Massachusetts Office of the Veteran Advocate (OVA) announced the release of its first five-year Strategic Plan, establishing a roadmap to guide the independent state agency’s work from Fiscal Year 2027 through Fiscal Year 2031. The plan identifies five strategic…
BHMA Board asks why the Monument Square Landmark District Working Study report does not cite the Battle of Bunker Hill as a reason for the District
The Bunker Hill Monument Association (BHMA) board of directors has issued a public statement to the Monument Square Landmark District Study Committee and the Boston Landmarks Commission requesting an explanation as to why the Military events from 1775- 1776 which…
Orange Line speeds increased to 55 mph between Assembly Station and North Station
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announces that for the first time, Orange Line subway service will be able to operate up to 55 MPH between Assembly Station and North Station in the inbound and outbound direction. This success builds…