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…
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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…
Wu Announces Strategy for Inclusive Growth
Mayor Michelle Wu announced a set of proposals to make substantial changes to Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP) and the commercial Linkage Policy that will enable Boston to support its growing population and ensure the city is a place where families…
Baker-Polito Administration Awards $4.1 million to 11 Organizations to Improve Access to Reproductive Health Services
Special to the Sun The Baker-Polito Administration announced $4.1 million in grants to 11 community-based organizations and health care providers to improve access to reproductive health, including abortion care, across the Commonwealth. The 11 funded organizations include existing health care…
Meet the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture’s newest members
Special to the Sun Over the past few months, the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture (MOAC) has welcomed several new staff members. These new roles have allowed MOAC to build a team focused on cultural planning efforts, expand our…
BPDA delivers more than $11 million in mitigation funding to local organizations
The Boston Planning & Development Agency announced earlier this month the delivery of approximately $11 million in funding to the West End Museum, Museum of African American History, Boston Preservation Alliance, Old West Church, the Boston Transportation Department, and the…