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Memorial Day honors U.S. Armed Forces members who died in service, with tributes planned throughout Boston. The city will host ceremonies, including wreath-laying at memorials and the annual flag garden on Boston Common, where tens of thousands of flags commemorate fallen soldiers. The Council expresses solidarity with Gold Star Families as they remember their loved ones.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced the groundbreaking of a new $16 million EMS station on the South Boston Waterfront. The facility aims to enhance public safety and emergency medical response in a rapidly growing neighborhood, featuring modern amenities to support EMS personnel.
Boston will impose parking restrictions and street closures for several events on June 1, 2025, including the Beacon Hill Arts Walk and the Dorchester Day Parade. Residents are encouraged to use public transit, walk, or bike to attend these events. Parking will be restricted on multiple streets throughout the city during the events.
Boston public health officials issued a warning regarding sewage discharges impacting local water bodies due to recent heavy rains. Residents must avoid contact with affected waters for at least 48 hours following the discharges, which occurred on May 22 and 23. The advisory covers several locations, including the Fort Point Channel and the Inner Harbor.
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the opening of applications for the third year of block party grants, offering up to $750 for residents to host community gatherings. The initiative aims to foster connections and enhance community spirit across Boston this summer. Applications are accepted until July 11, 2025.
Thirteen condominiums at 405 Washington Street in Dorchester are available for income-eligible buyers, priced from $219,500 to $378,000. A virtual information session is scheduled for June 12, with lottery applications due by June 25, 2025. Buyers must meet income and asset limitations to qualify.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced the allocation of $750,250 from the Equitable Emissions Investment Fund to three community development corporations for building decarbonization projects. The funding will support initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality in affordable housing.
Mayor Michelle Wu joined local officials and residents to celebrate the $2.4 million renovation of Titus Sparrow Park in the South End. The project introduced new play equipment, updated sports courts, and sustainable drainage systems to enhance community access and climate readiness.
Boston commemorated the 1965 Freedom Rally with the unveiling of the Freedom March Square marker, celebrating the city's legacy in the civil rights movement. Mayor Michelle Wu emphasized Boston's historical role in promoting justice, while Martin Luther King III called for continued efforts towards equality.
Thousands celebrated Boston's 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's Ride with lanterns and a drone show. The event featured reenactments and speeches from local leaders, emphasizing Boston's ongoing role in American civic activism.