Author: The Boston Sun Staff
Boston Pride Goes Virtual for the 2020 Celebration
Boston Pride is announcing a series of virtual events to celebrate Pride 2020 and Boston Pride’s 50th anniversary. After the City of Boston announced that all large public gatherings would be halted during the spring and summer in an effort to…
For The Record
Coronavirus Update: Due to public health concerns, the hearings that nor-mally would be held on a week have been postponed or canceled due to the guidance of Mayor Martin Walsh and the order of Gov. Charlie Baker. Some meetings, however,…
Most of the Protesters Are Not Looters
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government…
Guest Op-Ed: The Boston Reopen Fund Is Helping Small Businesses Open Their Doors While Keeping Our Community Safe
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the health and safety of the people of Boston has been my top priority. As our city and our state begin a gradual reopening process, based on clear…
Letters to the Editor
Statement from United States Attorney Andrew E. Lelling Dear Editor, Loud, even disruptive, protests honor the memory of George Floyd and increase the pressure for swift, transparent accountability for those who killed him. I commend those who protested loudly, yet…
Healthy Streets program will be part of re-opening process
The City of Boston will reimagine streets in Boston to better support local businesses and restaurants, provide additional space for residents using public transportation, and accelerate the installation of bike lanes Mayor Martin J. Walsh on May 28 announced a…
Back Bay Springing to Life
Contract Awarded for Phase 2 of Muddy River Flood Risk Management Project in Boston and Brookline; Work Starts in July
Phase 2 of the Muddy River Flood Risk Management construction project in Boston and Brookline will be completed under the terms of a $36.5 million contract issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District while the non-Federal…
Mayor Walsh Announces Meal Distribution Milestones
Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced May 21 various City of Boston milestones in meal distribution, including more than one million free meals served to youth across 68 sites since the beginning of the COVID-19 public health emergency. Since expanding the…