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A new electric refrigerated cargo van increased food recovery for Boston food programs by 40%. The City of Boston awarded $500,000 in ARPA funds to enhance cold storage and transportation for organizations tackling food insecurity. The Centre for Faith, Art & Justice, one recipient, plans to expand its food distribution efforts significantly.
Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) in 1971, assuring workers the right to a safe job. On Workers Memorial Day, Boston commemorates two workers who died from workplace incidents last year while highlighting ongoing safety initiatives. The city’s Worker Empowerment Cabinet continues to promote labor standards to ensure safe working conditions.
Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Emergency Medical Services celebrated the graduation of 35 new EMT-Recruits and 13 promotions in a ceremony at the Boston Public Library. The graduates completed the rigorous Boston EMS Recruit Academy, enhancing the city’s emergency medical response capabilities.
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Athletic Association announced the recipients of the Fastest Bostonians awards for the 129th Boston Marathon. Erik Linden, Jacqueline Gaughan, Danielle Bishop, and Jason Fowler earned the honors for their impressive finish times, with Fowler recognized as the fastest male in the wheelchair division. A reception to celebrate these athletes will be held in the coming weeks.
Boston's housing market shows resilience in Q1 2025, with median home prices rising 2.1% year-over-year to $870,000.
BCYF Draper Pool in West Roxbury reopened on April 23 after extensive repairs, including upgrades to heating and filtration systems. An Open House is scheduled for April 29 to introduce new Pool Manager Andres Ramirez and share programming details.
Mayor Michelle Wu and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley announced a $1 million investment to enhance Boston’s Digital Literacy Initiative on March 20, 2025. The initiative aims to address workforce digital skills gaps, with a panel discussion highlighting the growing demand for digital skills across various occupations. Key recommendations included expanding stipended programs and promoting non-BA pathways in job training.
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The Dorchester Health Planning Working Group presented recommendations to Mayor Michelle Wu and Governor Maura Healey regarding the future of the former Carney Hospital site and community health services. Convened after the hospital's closure, the group aims to address health access issues in Dorchester and surrounding areas. Their proposals focus on enhancing healthcare access and addressing unmet community health needs.
The Old Corner Bookstore, Boston's oldest commercial building, is recognized for its literary significance as the former home of Ticknor and Fields, a key 19th-century publisher. A public hearing on its potential landmark designation will be held on May 13, 2025, inviting community feedback.