Casey Brown

NEIGHBORHOOD SHOVELING MEET-UPS. Bundle up, Bring a Shovel and a Friend, & Love Your Block! Join your neighborhood liaison Tuesday to help clear sidewalks and curb ramps across Boston.Swipe for a list of meet-ups. Visit Boston.gov/shovel for more information.

Neighborhood shoveling meet ups. Allston-Brighton Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. 20 Chestnut Hill Ave Brighton, MA 02135 Charlestown Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. Paul Revere Park, North Washington St. Dorchester Tuesday, February 24 11 A.M. - 12 P.M. 593 Gallivan Blvd. Beacon Hill Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. Park Street MBTA Station Chinatown Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. Kneeland St. & Washington St. East Boston Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. 2 Meridian St.

Neighborhood shoveling meet ups. Hyde Park Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. 1206 River St. Mattapan Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. 588 River St. North End Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. Intersection of Prince & Hanover St. Jamaica Plain Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. 95 Hyde Park Ave. Mid-Dorchester Tuesday, February 24 12 P.M.- 1 P.M. 118 Bowdoin St. Roxbury Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. 160 Warren St.

Neighborhood shoveling meet-ups Roslindale Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. Corinth St. and Poplar St. South End Tuesday, February 24 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. East Newton St. & Washington St. South Boston Tuesday, February 24 1:30 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. 136 H St. West Roxbury Tuesday, February 24 3 P.M. - 4 P.M. 5275 Washington St.

After the snow stops, it’s time to shovel!

City staff and each of our neighborhood liaisons will be holding Love Your Block volunteer shoveling meet-ups Tuesday to clean out some problem areas. Bring a shovel and a friend!

There's more info at boston.gov/shovel. ❄️

A snow emergency has been declared in the City of Boston beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 22. A parking ban will be in effect as of 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 22. Boston Public Schools will be closed on Monday, February 23. Boston City Hall and other municipal buildings will also be closed. Trash and recycling collection will be cancelled citywide on Monday. All neighborhoods will be on a one-day delay.

Mayor Michelle Wu has declared a snow emergency and parking ban in the City of Boston beginning at 2 p.m. today.

Boston Public Schools and municipal buildings will be closed on Monday, February 23.

Trash and recycling collection will be on a one-day delay in all neighborhoods.

This storm has the potential to be a historic nor’easter.

Snow fall in Boston will begin tonight with the heaviest accumulation Monday morning through the afternoon.

We could see snow falling at 1-3 inches per hour and 60mph winds.

Please stay off the road, stay safe, and allow our teams to work.

Social media graphic with SNAP logo and text: Boston doesn't back down. We take care of our neighbors, communities, and each other. Please visit boston.gov/snap or call 3-1-1 for
more information and resources regarding
SNAP and food assistance during the federal
government shutdown. Mayor Wu's signature and City of Boston wordmark.

Tomorrow, SNAP benefits are set to expire.

In Boston, if you need assistance with groceries or paying the bills, or if you’re looking to donate to our support fund with @bostonfdn.bsky.social, please visit boston.gov/snap or dial 311 to get help.

Today, @mayorwu.boston.gov launched the Boston Energy Saver, a free citywide service helping Boston renters, homeowners, and small businesses upgrade buildings & lower energy costs.

Visit boston.gov/save to learn more, or call 617-635-SAVE for a free 1-on-1 consultation.
@boston.gov

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The Voter Registration Deadline for the November 4, 2025 General Municipal Election is Saturday, October 25.
In Person 5 pm; Online 11:59 pm; Postmarked by October 25.
voteinma.com

We’re working every day to improve sidewalks across the city, making it safer and easier for everyone to get around.

Deputy Chief Julia Campbell walks us through the process of how sidewalks get repaired in Boston. If you see a sidewalk that needs work, let us know with @311.boston.gov.

“Now I can see the world again.”

Steven Leonard has been housebound since 2010, since a bad back surgery left him unable to walk. Then his wife, Muriel, found out about the City of Boston's E-Bike Incentive Program.

The Voter Registration Deadline for the September 9, 2025 Preliminary Municipal Election is Saturday, August 30, 2025
Online 11:59 PM;
In Person 5 PM;
Postmarked by 08/30/2025;
To register or update your registration, visit voteinma.com

Young people in Boston can get free meals all summer long. Visit boston.gov/summereats to find a Boston Summer Eats location near you.

Welcome back to summer in Boston!☀️ Visit
Boston.gov/heat for information and resources to help
you stay safe, cool and comfortable this season.

An image of a pool, with text on the graphic placed in the blue sky above the pool. Title text reads "Find pools and splashpads at boston.gov/pools." The text contains a list of all open and soon-to-be open pools in Boston. Visit Boston.gov/pools for the full list.

An image of Mayor Wu, holding baby Mira and playing with another child at the Frog Pond. Text is placed in the blue sky above the pond. The title reads "80 of Boston's 81 splash pads are open for the summer". Text lists all 13 splash pads that has opened during Mayor Wu’s administration.

Swim, splash, and play at your neighborhood pool or splash pad this summer! ⛱️👙💦

Whether you’re taking a swim class, cooling off with neighbors, or just getting in some laps, there’s a great pool or splash pad ready for you. Visit boston.gov/pools to find one in your neighborhood—link in bio.

HEAT EMERGENCY A heat emergency has been declared in the City of Boston from Sunday, June 22, through Tuesday, June 24. BOSTON.GOV/HEAT

Mayor Michelle Wu has declared a heat emergency for the City of Boston from Sunday, June 22, through Tuesday, June 24, due to weather forecast of temperatures in the 90s and heat index up to 100 degrees.

Read about the heat emergency and find cooling and safety info: www.boston.gov/news/mayor-w...

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Happy Pride, Boston 🌈 Join us in celebrating at the Boston Pride Parade this Saturday, June 14.

📅 Get the details: boston.gov/pride

Learning to ride a bike is for anyone, at any age, and Bike Towns are the perfect place to start!

Boston's first Bike Town is in Moakley Park, and we're getting ready to build more with @newurbanmechanics.boston.gov. Check out boston.gov/ride-a-bike for the full story.

♻️🗑️ Boston wants to know: How are waste services working for YOU?

We want to hear how residents manage trash, recycling, and food waste at home.

Your insights = better city services.

📲 Take the 5-minute survey now (link in bio): boston.gov/trash-survey

#BostonZeroWaste #NewUrbanMechanics

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June is #NationalHomeownershipMonth! Start your #homebuying journey with the @housing.boston.gov First-Time Homebuyer (HB101) class. HB101 covers everything from assembling your #homebuying team to mortgage rates, closing costs, and payment assistance. ow.ly/ajLW50W2voK

Boston is restoring the Mattahunt Woods Urban Wild—a forested haven in the heart of Mattapan. 🌳💚

💦☀️Splash pads are back and cooling off in Boston’s parks has never been easier with our new LIVE MAP:

⛲Explore dozens of locations
🗺️ Updated hourly
♿ View accessibility info

➡️ boston.gov/pools

#BostonParks #SplashPads #SummerInBoston #BostonParents

Happy Pride Month Boston! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

Mayor Michelle Wu speaking at the press conference announcing Boston earned a AAA bond rating from S&P and Moody’s for the 12th consecutive year.

For the 12th year in a row, @boston.gov has earned a triple-A bond rating from both Moody’s and S&P Global.

This is the highest rating a city can receive, and a testament that our economic fundamentals, leadership, and local economy are strong and continue to grow.

☔️ Today’s Back Bay/Beacon Hill Coffee Hour will take place at the @bpl.boston.gov Commonwealth Salon ☕️

boston.gov/coffee-hours

We’re building a stronger future for Boston’s families by making childcare easier and more accessible.

In the last 3 years, we’ve helped nearly 60 new facilities open, supported more than 140 centers across our city, helped 700 early educators get started, and expanded Boston Pre-K by 1000 seats.

Are you a young person in Boston looking to get more involved in your community?

Visit boston.gov/oyea to explore opportunities — including voting on how to spend $1 million, and applying to join the Mayor's Youth Council. Link in bio!

A graphic provided by the MBTA. It depicts the Orange Line route between North Station and Oak Grove, with stops at Community College, Sullivan Square, Assembly, Wellington and Malden Center. It features illustrations detailing shuttle service, express shuttle service, regular service, and free alternative service via commuter rail. It notes on the bottom that accessible vans are available on weekdays only.

The MBTA has announced that from 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 9 through the end of service on Sunday, May 18, shuttle buses will replace Orange Line trains between Oak Grove and North Station due to MassDOT bridge work.

For details and updates, visit MBTA.com/OrangeLine.

Mayor Wu and event attendees in front of the Fields Corner BPL branch.

Mayor Wu and Fields corner Boston Public Library Branch opening attendees.

Mayor Wu and Fields corner Boston Public Library Branch opening attendees.

Outside of the Fields corner Boston Public Library Branch.

We broke ground on the new @bpl.boston.gov Fields Corner Branch yesterday! This all-electric, fossil fuel-free library will have study spaces, meeting rooms, a story area and terrace. Thank you to all who helped bring this vision to life! Your support helps make Boston a better home for everyone

Very happy to join this conversation!

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🏳️‍🌈 Big news from @mayorwu.boston.gov and @boslgbtq.bsky.social: $200K in new funding to support LGBTQ+ Bostonians, including 45 grassroots grants and expanded emergency aid.

📖 Read the full announcement: boston.gov/news/lgbtq-grants-2025

#LGBTQBoston #BeyondPride #EquityInAction #mayorwu

Graphic with photo of the Boston Marathon finish line, overlaid with text: "Get ready for Marathon Monday. Swipe to read about road closures, prohibited items, City services, and more."

Marathon Road Closures & Transit Vehicle traffic will be prohibited and parking will be restricted on many streets in the days leading up to and including Marathon Monday. Newbury Street and Huntington Avenue outbound will be closed to vehicle traffic. Go to boston.gov/marathon to see the full map of affected streets. Visitors are encouraged to take public transit. More information is available at mbta.com/marathon.

Prohibited Items at the Marathon Bags. Backpacks, or any other similar items carried over-the-shoulder, including handbags. Fireworks. Or flammable liquids, fuels, or explosives. Packages. Or bulky items larger than 12 x 12 x 6 inches. Props. Includes sporting equipment, flagpoles, hard objects, and military or fire/gear. Certain containers. Includes glass, cans, or any container capable of carrying more than 1 liter of liquid. Large blankets. Includes comforters, duvets, and sleeping bags. Costumes. Includes those covering the face or any non-form-fitting, bulky outfits extending beyond the perimeter of the body. Coolers, suitcases, and weapons of any kind.

Marathon Impacts on City Services Parking meters are free across Boston. Daytime street sweeping is cancelled. Trash and recycling pickup is delayed in most neighborhoods. City offices, Boston Public Libraries, and BCYF Community Centers are closed due to the Patriots’ Day holiday. Restrooms can be located at boston.gov/restrooms. Visit boston.gov/public-works to check trash and street sweeping schedules. Call 311 or 617-635-4500 if you have any City-related non-emergencies. Dial 911 for all emergencies.

Marathon Monday is almost here! Be prepared with information about road closures, prohibited items, and impacts on City services in your neighborhood.

To learn more and view the Boston Marathon route, visit boston.gov/marathon.