District D-4 saw an 8-percent drop in Part One crime in 2022 from the previous year, according to Boston Police. Between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31 of last year, 2,505 incidents of Part One crime were reported in in the…
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Upcoming Weekend Service Changes on Orange, Green and Red Lines
The MBTA announced upcoming service changes this month on the Orange, Green, and Red lines. Because of the continued demolition of the Government Center Garage by private developer HYM Construction, Orange and Green Line service changes will take place in…
Wu Appoints Terrell As Executive Director of Office of Fair Housing and Equity
Special to the Sun Mayor Michelle Wu announced Robert Terrell as Executive Director of the City’s Office of Fair Housing and Equity. The existing office, which is within the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet, prevents discrimination and ensures equitable access to…
State Treasurer’s Office Launches Small Business Toolkit and Resource Map
Massachusetts State Treasurer, Deborah B. Goldberg, recently announced the launch of the Treasurer’s Office’s newly designed Small Business Resource Toolkit website. The toolkit provides access to comprehensive resources and materials for small business owners and future entrepreneurs in Massachusetts. Under the…
Mass Save Offers Energy Tips for This Winter Season
Special to the Sun With the increase in winter energy costs, what are some quick and affordable changes one can do to lower my energy use? Some energy-saving options that you can do yourself at home include: • Checking and…
Nearly $2.74 Million Awarded To Combat Violence Against Women
The Baker-Polito Administration announced that dozens of law enforcement, criminal justice and victim services organizations have been awarded grants through the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant program including the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office with a grant of $119,919.88.…
The Boston Sun Rewind
Looking back at ‘22 2022 has been an eventful year in Boston. A flurry of new development underway in the Fenway was accentuated with the opening of the MGM Music Hall at Fenway – a 5,000-seat indoor music venue that…
Wu celebrates 2022 graduating class of Immigrants Lead Boston
Special to the Sun Mayor Michelle Wu celebrates the 20 immigrant leaders graduating from Immigrants Lead Boston, a program by the City of Boston Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement. This year’s graduates represent eight Boston neighborhoods, come from 17 countries,…
Mayor Wu announces First Night public safety preparations
Special to the Sun Mayor Michelle Wu joined City leadership to share the City’s preparations for First Night, Boston’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration. The City is a partner of the New Year’s Eve event, which is formally run by…
Ice Sculpture of local penguins on display at New England Aquarium
Special to the Sun An ice sculpture of several Aquarium penguins, designed and carved by Don Chapelle of Brilliant Ice Sculpture of Lawrence, will take over New England Aquarium’s Central Wharf, beginning Dec. 28, weather permitting, and in time for…