By Sun staff Alexander Cassie, a venerable, longtime antiques dealer who operated a business in Wells, Maine, and exhibited at Brimfield, as well as a noted historian and historic preservationist, died June 8 at Sherrill House in Jamaica Plain. Born…
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Wu Announces 30+ Public Art Initiatives to Reimagine Boston’s Monuments with City’s Artists and Cultural Leaders
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office of Arts & Culture (MOAC) announced the selected artists and public art projects for year one of the City’s “Un-monument | Re-monument | De-monument: Transforming Boston” program. With this funding, artists and local…
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Virtual public meeting Northeastern University IMP and athletic facility set for July 29 The city’s Planning Department will sponsor a virtual public meeting on the Northeastern University IMP (Institutional Master Plan) and Multipurpose Athletic Facility on Monday, July 29, from…
Wu Announces Expansion of Swim Safe Program Through Grant Opportunity
Special to the times Mayor Michelle Wu, the City of Boston’s Human Services Cabinet, and Boston Centers for Youth & Families announced applications are now open for Swim Safe Boston grants to support non-profit organizations in Boston that provide free…
The Boch Center’s award-winning Summer Arts employment program returns
Special to the Sun The Boch Center, one of the nation’s leading nonprofit performing arts institutions, announced the launch of this summer’s award-winning City Spotlights Teen Leadership Program. During the paid six-week youth employment program, Boston teens will develop leadership…
‘City Splash’ Returns to the Charles
Special Council Holds Hearing on Regulations for Micro-Mobility Vehicles
Amid mounting public-safety concerns surrounding mopeds and other micro-mobility vehicles operating recklessly on Boston’s streets and sidewalks, a special City Council committee hearing was held to discuss the city’s rules and regulations for these vehicles on Tuesday, July 9, at…
Wu Announces New Disability Data Standards for Boston
Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu announced new disability-aware standards for City resources and the collection of disability data from residents throughout government processes. This Disability Data Standard will support City workers who design and operate services, programs, and…
Wu Announces Health Equity Agenda to Improve Life Expectancy
Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) announced a new long-term health equity agenda to improve life expectancy, reduce racial and ethnic disparities, and help all residents live longer and healthier lives. BPHC’s…
‘Harborwalk 2.0’ Toolkit Released to Promote Accessible, Resilient Waterfront Design
Special to the Sun Boston Harbor Now released Visualizing Harborwalk 2.0, a toolkit for designing a more resilient and equitable waterfront for Greater Boston. Intended for municipal planners, developers, and resident activists, the guide includes core principles and visual examples…