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Boston voters will participate in the General Municipal Election on November 4, 2025, to elect the Mayor and 13 City Councilors. The Election Department is actively recruiting poll workers, offering stipends of $160-200 along with training compensation. Voter registration closes on October 25, and early voting is scheduled from October 25 to October 31.
Boston will host several events on October 25, 2025, including the Welles Remy Crowther Red Bandanna 5K and the Boston Book Festival, prompting street closures and parking restrictions. Residents are encouraged to use alternative transportation methods, such as walking, biking, or public transit. Early voting for the municipal election will also impact parking in various neighborhoods on October 25 and 26.
The Boston Licensing Board approved four new liquor licenses for restaurants in East Boston, Roxbury, and the South End. Mayor Michelle Wu emphasized that these licenses will enhance local businesses and community vibrancy. This approval follows a significant legislative change that added 225 new liquor licenses to the city, the largest increase since Prohibition.
The Boston Zoning Commission approved new zoning regulations for Downtown Boston, enhancing protections for historic sites and promoting residential development. Mayor Michelle Wu stated the updates aim to revitalize the area post-pandemic by addressing housing shortages and eliminating barriers for businesses.
Mayor Michelle Wu announced improvements to Moakley Park, appointing Weston & Sampson as technical lead and Stoss Landscape Urbanism as design lead. The project, funded by the City’s Capital Plan, aims to enhance community facilities and implement coastal resilience measures to protect South Boston from flooding.
The Quaker Lane Study Report highlights the historical significance of Quaker Lane, one of the earliest walkways connecting the first Town House to Water Street, established around 1632. The street evolved over four phases from the mid-17th to early 19th centuries, covering sites of multiple former buildings with potential archaeological traces.
Massachusetts issued a $155 million tax-exempt bond to Mount Holyoke College for campus renewal as President Danielle Holley criticized President Trump for his attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Holley emphasized that dismantling DEI efforts threatens decades of progress for marginalized communities. The bond will fund geothermal energy upgrades and renovations to residence halls and academic buildings.
Boston Centers for Youth and Families (BCYF) plans various Halloween events across its community centers from October 24 to October 31, 2025. Events include skate parties, Halloween parties, and arts and crafts, many of which require pre-registration. Residents can find more details by visiting the BCYF website.
Ferdinand’s Blue Store played a crucial role in developing Roxbury’s Dudley Square from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century. Although only the facade remains, it symbolizes the area's historical significance as a commercial and transportation hub. The building was repurposed as the Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building, which opened in 2015.
Boston Public Schools’ Food and Nutrition Services earned Silver status from the Center for Good Food Purchasing, reflecting its commitment to providing fresh, nutritious, and locally sourced meals. The designation emphasizes the district's goal of ensuring every student has access to healthy food, serving over 8 million meals annually. This recognition highlights BPS's transformation in food sourcing and preparation since the COVID-19 pandemic.