Boston commission approves two $100 land sales to developers
Boston Public Facilities Commission approves $100 sales of two long-vacant city parcels.
Mayor Wu Addresses Public Safety Concerns Amid Violence Uptick
Boston Mayor Wu addressed growing public safety concerns Saturday amid a reported uptick in citywide violence. WCVB reported the mayor's response to residents' worries in "Mayor Wu addresses public safety concerns in Boston amid uptick in violence," though the station's excerpt did not …
Boston Facilities Commission Appoints Carrie Griffin as Director
Boston Public Facilities Commission unanimously appoints Carrie Griffin as department director. Commissioners Larry Mamoli and Dion Irish approved the appointment at a special meeting July 31, then voted again to add Griffin as an authorized signatory on the department's certificate of authority.
Northeastern-Led Effort Restores Back Bay Fens
Northeastern park steward Jonathan Bacdayan is leading a three-year Back Bay Fens restoration to clear invasive plants. Co-op student Natalie Curtis helped remove purple loosestrife and porcelain berry vine from the Fens on July 27 as part of a partnership among Northeastern, the Boston…
Boston Council hears animal control staffing shortfalls at leash law hearing
Boston Council hears animal control is stretched thin as leash law complaints mount. Chaired by City Councilor Edward M.