One of Boston’s most unique celebrations of the arts returns June 7, when the Beacon Hill Art Walk takes over the quiet streets and alleys of the beautiful, cobblestoned neighborhood. The one-of-a-kind Boston tradition serves as an unofficial start to…
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Guest Op-Ed: Honk Hell
I don’t know about you but every time a driver honks near me it’s painful, explodes right into me. When I look to see what’s going on, it’s that the car in front didn’t move when the light changed a…
Sen. Edwards, housing advocates, celebrate one year of eviction sealing in the Affordable Homes Act
One year ago this week, a historic provision championed by State Senator Lydia Edwards went into effect as part of the Affordable Homes Act – fundamentally changing the trajectory of thousands of Massachusetts residents by granting the right to petition…
Sen. Collins votes to increase substance abuse treatment services in state budget
This week, Senator Nick Collins, as a member of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, voted for a Fiscal Year 2027 budget that invests nearly $1.16 billion to support public health programs, improve access to services, and promote healthier…
Green Line C Branch suspended between Kenmore and Cleveland Circle through May 17
The MBTA is reminding riders that Green Line C branch service will be suspended between Kenmore and Cleveland Circle for twelve consecutive days, May 6 – 17. MBTA will continue the installation of critical Green Line Train Protection System…
Chris Firger’s exhibit opens May 28 at Co|So
The Copley Society of Art is proud to present artist member Chris Firger’s upcoming exhibition Wandering the City, a celebration of Boston's neighborhoods, communities, architecture, and natural beauty. After years of painting New England and Massachusetts, this exhibition is Firger’s…
Standing Room Only
More than 160 artists, teaching artists, arts leaders, and representatives from arts organizations across Boston gathered last Thursday, April 30 at Boston City Hall to advocate for the restoration of the City’s FY2027 Arts and Culture budget during a nearly…
Diana Fernandez Bibeau to lead Parks and Recreation Department
Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the appointment of Diana Fernandez Bibeau as the new Commissioner of Parks and Recreation and Deputy Chief of Open Space. Fernandez Bibeau will begin serving in her new role on June 1. “I’m thrilled to…
Project Bread’s Walk for Hunger raises $1 million as food insecurity reaches crisis levels across Massachusetts
BBAC Agenda
The Back Bay Architectural Commission will hold a virtual public hearing on 5/13/2026 beginning at 5 p.m.. This meeting will be held exclusively online. Participants can join via Zoom at https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1616110852 or by calling 646-828-7666 with Meeting ID 161 611…