The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) today announced the return of its Park Passport Challenge, inviting all residents and visitors to explore the state’s parks, forests, playgrounds, watersheds and more through a free statewide scavenger hunt. Participants can…
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Wu announces Michaela Nee as new South End and Bay Village liaison
Mayor Michelle Wu has announced Michaela Nee as the new neighborhood liaison for South End and Bay Village and Zavia Dickerson as the new neighborhood liaison for Jamaica Plain within the Office of Neighborhood Services (ONS). ONS plays a vital…
Summer Eats returns to feed kids and teens across state this summer
Summer Eats, the Massachusetts Summer Food Service Program, is kicking off across the Commonwealth this summer, providing free meals to all kids and teens ages 18 and under. In 2025, nearly 3 million meals were served at more than 1,500…
Sen. Collins backs House Mass & Cass Funding Plan in FY2027 State Budget
Senator Nick Collins is backing a series of investments included in the House Fiscal Year 2027 budget aimed at improving public safety, expanding treatment and recovery services, and addressing persistent challenges in and around Mass & Cass. The funding proposals…
NeighborHealth holds Art of Health Care event
NeighborHealth held its 2026 Art of Health Care event last week. The generosity of area residents and businesses helped make the evening a meaningful celebration of health, healing, and community. President & CEO of NeighborHealth, Jamie Hazard, found the evening…
Mayor Wu launches Tour250 Interactive Map featuring 25 new markers celebrating Boston’s neighborhood history as part of Boston 250
Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the launch of Tour 250, an interactive map experience featuring 25 new historic markers across Boston’s neighborhoods that spotlight the everyday people, immigrant communities, youth, and other underrepresented groups whose contributions in education, public health,…
City Gears Up for Boston Harborfest beginning July 2
Special to the Sun Boston Harborfest has proudly announced that Citizens will serve as the new Presenting Sponsor of Boston Harborfest, one of the country’s largest and most cherished Independence Day festivals. The partnership brings together two organizations deeply rooted…
Looking for a Ride?
Catch a Boston taxi through rideshare under City’s new pilot program Special to the Sun To support Boston’s taxi drivers and expand choice for passengers, the City and the Boston Police Department today announced a one-year pilot that will, for…
The Tartan Army Leaves its Mark on the Hub following World Cup Visit
No Scotland, No Party The Tartan Army descended upon Boston as Scotland made its first Word Cup appearance in 30 years on June 14 at Boston Stadium in Foxboro, where the team went on to defeat Haiti, 1-0. Scotland played…
DCR Pools Open for the Summer, Offers Free Swim Lessons for Children Across Massachusetts
Special to the Sun The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) today announced the opening of its 24 swimming pools for the summer season, helping provide residents, visitors and families with safe places to swim and cool off during…