Esplanade Association Provides Update on Charlesbank Landing Project at Annual Meeting
By Dan Murphy The Esplanade Association’s annual meeting was held virtually on Tuesday, April 8, and included an update on the much-anticipated Charlesbank Landing, among other projects now in the works. Jen Mergel, the group’s executive director, she said the…
Mayor’s Neighborhood Coffee Hour Set to Return this Spring
By Dan Murphy Mayor Michelle Wu will join the Office of Neighborhood Services and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department for the return of her annual Neighborhood Coffee Hours, including an event for the Beacon Hill and Back Bay communities…
News in Brief
South End Library Author Series continues on April 23 with Saumya Dave The South End Library Author Series continues with Saumya Dave, author of ‘The Guilt Pill,’ Wednesday, April 23, at 6:30 p.m. at Union Church Connection Room, 485 Columbus…
Samuel Hurtado Announces Run for District 7 City Councillor
Special to the Sun Samuel Hurtado announces his campaign to represent District 7 on the Boston City Council. The District needs effective, transparent representation from someone who values and respects its rich history of organizing and political action and is…
Boston 250
Paul Revere’s Ride kicks off revolutionary celebration this Friday Special to the Sun Mayor Michelle Wu announced Boston 250, a yearlong commemoration of the city’s role in the American Revolution. The kickoff event, Paul Revere’s Ride, will take place this…
Looking at the FY26 Budget that Prioritizes Delivery of City Services and Fiscal Responsibility
Special to the Sun Last week Mayor Michelle Wu filed the Fiscal Year 2026 annual operating budget and five-year 2026-2030 Capital Plan. The FY26 budget reflects stability and constraint as the country faces uncertain economic times, with the reduction of…
Sen. Collins Reappointed to Beaches Commission
Special to the Sun Senator Nick Collins has been reappointed to the Metropolitan Beaches Commission (MBC), a special commission established by the Massachusetts Legislature to strengthen and support the region’s public beaches. “Making sure we invest in our public parks…
Spring Break Fun: Aquarium Offers More Hours, Animal Encounters
Special to the Sun The New England Aquarium is looking forward to welcoming guests during the upcoming April school vacation week with extended hours, exciting animal encounters along the exhibit path, and special educational programming on Massachusetts Right Whale Day,…
AIA Honors Boston Public Library’s Visionary, People-Centered Spaces
Special to the Sun The Boston Public Library (BPL) has been recognized with the prestigious 2025 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Collaborative Achievement Award for its visionary approach to people-centered architecture—preserving history while shaping inclusive, inspiring spaces for the future. …
Whittier Street Health Center Expands Health on Wheels Program with New Mobile Dental and Vision Service
Special to the Sun As part of its ongoing commitment to improving medical care accessibility, Whittier Street Health Center, a community health center with a mission to serve as a center of excellence that provides high quality and accessible health…
TSA Begins REAL ID Full Enforcement on May 7
Special to the Sun The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced the imminent implementation of its REAL ID enforcement measures at TSA checkpoints nationwide. “Secretary Noem and the Trump administration are enforcing the 2005 REAL ID Act and regulations on May…