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The official Bluesky account of the City of Boston. For non-emergency services, please call 311. Boston.gov

graphic with text: Heat Advisory declared in City of Boston for Tuesday and Wednesday this week
graphic with text declaring an excessive heat warning in the city of boston
purple graphic with text : Traffic Advisory for the England vs Ghana Match on Tuesday, June 23, at 4 p.m.
People enjoying a social district in Boston on a summer day
Graphic with text: Traffic advisory for the Scotland vs. Morocco Match on Friday, June 19 -- updated closures in effect throughout the day.
Graphic with text: updated closures in effect throughout the day
A graphic reads "Traffic Advisory: Haiti vs. Scotland Match Day, Saturday June 13 at 9 p.m.; Closures in Effect 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on June 13: Both lanes of Summer Street from Dorchester Ave to Atlantic Ave, I-93 South Exit 16A ramp, Essex Street between South St and Atlantic Ave; boston.gov/summer"
Mayor Wu shakes hands with neighbors next to a Dunkin coffee cup. Text reads "Mayor Michelle Wu's Neighborhood Coffee Hours, Mattapan, Tuesday, June 2, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Mattahunt Community Center, 100 Hebron Street, boston.gov/coffee-hours"
A pride flag waves in front of Boston City Hall. Text reads "Raise the flag and kick off Pride Month with the City of Boston at City Hall Plaza Monday, June 1; Boston.gov/pride"
Mayor Wu shakes hands with residents next to a Dunkin Donuts cup. Text advertises the Back Bay/Beacon Hill Coffee Hours at Copley Square Park on Wednesday, May 27 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Text reads "Stay cool in the heat today, Boston — it's wicked hot out; boston.gov/heat" over a photo of park go-ers sitting at the Public Gardens.
Mayor Wu swears in Commissioner Marshall. Marshall raises his right hand during the oath next to his family.
Kids run on a field. Text below them reads "Register now for Summer Sports Clinics with the Parks Department: boston.gov/parks"
Bikers ride the streets of downtown Boston. Text reads "Boston's Bike to Work Day is Thursday, May 7 — Ride with us to City Hall Plaza, boston.gov/bike-to-work-day."
Alternative service options during the work on the Red Line between Broadway and Quincy Center on May 2 - 4.
An image created by the MBTA depicting the Green Line B Branch service interruptions.
A graphic from the MBTA depicting the Worcester Line Course Map of the Commuter Rail, and the Green Line Course Map for the T.
Purple graphic reads "Enjoy April Break with free admission through Boston Family Days at these institutions: Institute of Contemporary Art The Paul Revere House JFK Presidential Library and Museum MassArt Art Museum Museum of Science USS Constitutional Museum To get your free tickets, just show your Boston Family Days pass at the ticketing desk. Not registered? Visit boston.gov/familydays"
A lacrosse player runs. Behind them, text reads "Mayor's Cup Lacrosse Tournament, May 15-17, 2026, West Roxbury Education Complex, 1205 VFW Parkway, Boston, Boys and girls Grades 1-8."
Poster with drawings of dogs reads "2026 Dog Licensing and Low-Cost Rabies Clinics," displaying dog licensing and rabies vaccine fees, and BCYF centers hosting clinics 10am - 2pm
A dog walker walks five dogs through the Boston Public Garden
Graphic reads "One Boston Day, Franklin Park Community Cleanup" in yellow and blue, with information: Saturday, April 18 9am - 11am Meet at the Franklin Park Playstead Pierpont Rd, Boston MA 02119 Sign up to volunteer at boston.gov/one-boston
A tree stands over a sunset-lit sky. Words overlaid on top read "Love Your Block: Sign Up Now! Neighborhood cleanups April 24, 25 & May 2, 2026. Register by March 30, 2026 to host or join a cleanup. Learn more at boston.gov/love-your-block."
Alternative service options during the work on the Orange Line from February 28 - March 8 include a shuttle and the Commuter Rail.
A graphic featuring an image of a plastic dog being used as a space saver. Text reads: Space Savers. Are you saving a parking space on the street with a traffic cone or this perfect plastic dog? It's time to remove it from the street — you only have 48 hours to use a space saver after we end a snow emergency. boston.gov/snow
A Public Works vehicle dumps snow into the bed of a large truck on a recently plowed road.
Snow emergency and parking ban lifted. The City of Boston's snow emergency and parking ban will be lifted at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24. Residents parked in participating discounted lots or garages have until 8 p.m. to move their cars before regular rates resume. You have 48 hours to use a space saver after the end of a declared snow emergency. Space savers are never allowed in Bay Village or the South End. Boston.gov/snow-cars
A Boston Police officer demonstrates the translated announcement using his police cruiser's broadcast system in East Boston.
Snow Emergency Due to the ongoing storm conditions, a snow emergency remains in effect in the City of Boston through Tuesday, February 24. A parking ban will be in effect at least until 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24. Boston Public Schools will remain closed on Tuesday, February 24. Boston City Hall will be open with regular hours. Boston Public Library branches, BCYF community centers, and senior centers will open on a delayed schedule at 12 p.m.
Snow emergency. Boston Public Schools closed Tuesday. Due to the ongoing snow emergency and continued snow removal in the City of Boston, all Boston Public Schools will remain closed through Tuesday, February 24, and school is cancelled for the day. Reminder: Parking is not pemrmitted in BPS parking lots. Boston.gov/snow
What to Know About Downed Trees and Power Lines High winds and blizzard conditions may bring down trees, branches, and power lines. Be extremely cautious near downed power lines and assume that downed lines have a live electrical current. Call 911 to report downed power lines. Call 311 to report fallen trees or branches, and 311 or your utility company to report outages.
A white square.
Snow emergency STAY OFF THE ROADS The City of Boston is experiencing blizzard conditions, heavy snow, and limited visibility through Monday. Please stay off the roads. Fewer vehicles improve safety for our equipment operators and first responders. A snow emergency and parking ban is currently in effect in the City of Boston.
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.
Snow emergency Parking Ban A snow emergency and parking ban will be in effect in the City of Boston starting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 22. Once the snow emergency goes into effect, vehicles parked on major roads and main arteries will be towed. Residents can begin parking at discounted lots and garages two hours before a declared snow emergency and parking ban. Restricted streets and discounted parking can be found on Boston.gov. boston.gov/snow-parking
A graphic featuring an image of Mayor Wu and a PowerCorps member, and the PowerCorps logo. Text reads: Applications open! The City’s green industry workforce development program pays young adults to prepare for a career in the green industry.
Red, purple, and dashed lines with a key indicate that Red Line service will be replaced by shuttle service (and Commuter Rail access) between Broadway and Ashmont.
A photo of the First Baptist Church tower taken from street level.
A collage of four photos on a cork board. One shares a notice from the City of Boston Summer Internship Program to apply and their website.
A graphic featuring an image of a snowy Boston street. Text reads: Snow shoveling. The City of Boston is expecting more snow overnight.Please be sure to clear an accessible path of travel on sidewalks and ramps so folks can get around safely in the morning. If you are able, look out for neighbors who may need help.
A flyer with the Mayor's Youth Summit Logo in red advertises "Merch, Free Food, Awards, Entertainment, Giveaways, and more!" with city scapes lining the left and right side, and the date Saturday February 21 at 3pm shown prominently.
An illustration depicting the Orange Line service interruption and alternatives from 2/14 - 2/16.
A cold weather emergency has been declared in the City of Boston from Saturday, February 7, through Monday, February 9. Wind chills are expected to reach as low as -15°F during this time. Take precautions to stay safe in the extreme cold. Call 911 if you see someone who needs assistance. Boston.gov/cold
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The Black Liberation Flag (a red, black, and green striped flag) is raised in front of Boston City Hall
A red truck dumps snow from the streets into a snow pile
A graphic on a white and blue gradient reads "Space Savers: Did you use a traffic cone, beach chair, yoga mat, or some other object to save your parking space on the street? Here's what you need to know: - You have 48 hours to use a space saver after the end of a declared snow emergency. - By 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 28, you need to remove it from the street. - Space savers are never allowed in Bay Village or the South End."
A Cold weather advisory graphic on a dark blue background reads "A cold weather advisory has been declared in the City of Boston from Tuesday, January 27, through Saturday, January 31. Wind chills are expected to reach as low as -5 degrees F during this time. Take precautions to stay safe in the extreme cold. Call 911 if you see someone who needs assistance." with the link "boston.gov/cold"
BOSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLOSED TUESDAY All Boston Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, while snow removal in the City of Boston continues. Boston City Hall, Boston Public Libraries, BCYF centers, and other municipal buildings will be open with regular hours. BOSTON.GOV/SNOW
A residential street with cars almost completely buried under heavy snow after a winter storm.
Snow emergency SNOW SHOVELING Please clear an accessible path of travel on sidewalks and ramps to be sure folks can get around safely. Don't throw that snow back into the street! If you are able, look out for neighbors who may need help. BOSTON.GOV/SNOW
Snow emergency STAY OFF THE ROADS Heavy snow is expected now through Monday morning. Please stay off the roads. Fewer vehicles improve safety for our equipment operators and first responders. A snow emergency and parking ban is currently in effect in the City of Boston. BOSTON.GOV/SNOW-CARS
View out of a Boston window with a plow driving by.
All Boston Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, and school is canceled for the day. Reminder: Parking is not permitted in BPS parking lots and vehicles may be towed if not moved prior to the start of the snow emergency.
Trash and recycling is on a delayed pickup schedule in some neighborhoods for the week of January 26 - January 31 due to the snow emergency. When putting your trash and recycling out for collection, please be sure to clear snow around the containers, and place containers at the curb as late as possible, but no later than 6 a.m. on collection day.