Government & development in Charlestown, Boston

Two women hospitalized after Hyde Park shooting

Oct 18 · WHDH 7News →

Monday: 86 Pearl St. abutters meeting

Oct 18 · City of Boston →

Wednesday: Monument Square landmark-district meeting

Oct 18 · City of Boston →

Head of the Charles brings weekend traffic restrictions

Oct 17 · City of Cambridge →

Boston names six Community Clean Air Grant selectees

Oct 17 · City of Boston →

MBTA changes commuter rail service today

Oct 16 · MBTA →

Boston police report no homicides in latest 24-hour tally

Oct 15 · Boston Police Department →

BPDA board to consider Marine Park leases and redevelopment today

Oct 15 · City of Boston →

Meeting today on proposed loft conversion at 83 Warren St.

Oct 15 · City of Boston →

Boston early voting starts October 17

Oct 14 · City of Boston →

Virtual abutters meeting for 40 Auburn St.

Oct 14 · City of Boston →

City Council backs Boston Harbor coastal risk plan

Oct 14 · City of Boston →

Holiday closures may delay some trash and recycling pickups

Oct 13 · City of Boston →

BERDO board hears building-emissions hardship requests

Oct 13 · City of Boston →

Landmarks Commission to discuss petition and survey-rating policies

Oct 13 · City of Boston →

Public meeting set for proposed Merrimac Street cannabis shop

Oct 13 · City of Boston →

Boston Police tally six aggravated assaults in 24 hours

Oct 12 · Boston Police Department →

Boston prepares to launch five free Link Bus routes

Oct 12 · City of Boston →

Wednesday: Shipyard Park community meeting

Residents can share ideas for Shipyard Park’s future Wednesday, October 14, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in a virtual meeting.

Oct 11 · Boston Planning & Development Agency →

Thursday: 83 Warren St. abutters meeting

An abutters meeting on a proposal to convert an existing loft into living space is Thursday, October 15, from 6 to 7 p.m. via Zoom.

Oct 11 · City of Boston →

Boston EMS celebrates 20 EMT graduates and 12 promotions

Mayor Michelle Wu joined Boston EMS and the Boston Public Health Commission today at Faneuil Hall to celebrate 20 new EMT graduates and 12 promotions within the department.

Oct 11 · City of Boston →

Preservation Society backs proposed Monument Square district

In a letter published Friday, the Charlestown Preservation Society said the designation would not create a new tax or block routine maintenance. It would require review of significant exterior changes, new construction and demolition.

Oct 10 · Charlestown Patriot-Bridge →

Monument Association questions proposed district boundaries

In a Friday statement, the Bunker Hill Monument Association said the proposed Charlestown landmark district leaves historically significant, development-threatened areas outside its boundaries. It called for targeted protections near Medford Street, Sullivan Square and the former industrial waterfront.

Oct 10 · Charlestown Patriot-Bridge →

Draft study report issued for proposed Monument Square landmark district

The Monument Square Landmark District Study Committee and Boston Landmarks Commission staff announced a preliminary draft study report on the proposed landmark district and protection area.

Oct 9 · City of Boston →

Charlestown liaison holds library office hours Friday

Charlestown residents can meet neighborhood liaison Isabella Carr Friday, October 9, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Charlestown Branch Library.

Oct 9 · City of Boston →

Police log two robberies and 22 larcenies in 24 hours

Boston Police’s preliminary journal for 10 a.m. Oct. 6 to 10 a.m. Oct. 7 listed two robberies, one aggravated assault, three thefts from vehicles and 19 other larcenies citywide, with no homicides. The department says the tally is preliminary, not comprehensive or official crime statistics.

Oct 8 · Boston Police Department →

Police seek suspect after fatal Hyde Park gas-station shooting

A customer was shot just after 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, at the Akiki gas station on Hyde Park Avenue and later died at a hospital, CBS Boston reported. Police are searching for a suspect; investigators said early information did not indicate a random attack.

Oct 8 · CBS Boston →

Police seek help finding 17-year-old Hermoni Maisonet

Boston Police said Maisonet was last seen around 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, near 540 Commonwealth Avenue. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or B-3 detectives.

Oct 8 · Boston Police Department →

Charlestown streets on agenda for Public Improvement Commission

The commission meets Thursday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m. at Boston City Hall, with remote participation encouraged. Its agenda includes a Grant of Location petition covering Alford and Dexter streets.

Oct 8 · City of Boston →

Fort Point hearing features resilience presentation and design reviews

The Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission holds an online public hearing Thursday, Oct. 8, at 6 p.m. Agenda items include window displays and signage, restoration of a Boston Wharf Co. sign, and a Fort Point Channel resilience planning presentation.

Oct 8 · City of Boston →

City Council Meets Today; BPS Transportation Hearing on Agenda

The Boston City Council meets today at noon in the Iannella Chamber at City Hall. The agenda includes a proposed hearing on BPS transportation performance, contractor accountability and corrective action at the start of the 2026–27 school year.

Oct 7 · City of Boston →

Indigenous Peoples' Day Monday: City Closures and MBTA Changes

City offices, public schools and libraries close Monday, October 12. MBTA subway, buses and The RIDE run Saturday schedules (no late-night subway service), while commuter rail and ferries run weekday schedules; check your address for trash delays.

Oct 7 · WBUR →

Conservation Commission Hears Charlestown Harborwalk Repair Plan Tonight

The Conservation Commission holds a virtual hearing today at 6 p.m. Its agenda includes proposed in-kind Harborwalk deck repairs at 1 Pier 8 on 13th Street in Charlestown.

Oct 7 · City of Boston →

Design commission reviews 25 Supertest Street tonight

The Boston Civic Design Commission meets at 5 p.m. today at City Hall and virtually. It will hold a final design review of 25 Supertest Street + Hood Green in Charlestown from 5:15 to 6 p.m.

Oct 6 · City of Boston →

Zoning Board of Appeal holds remote hearing today

The hearing begins at 9:30 a.m. on October 6 and is held remotely. The public can sign up to testify or submit written comments.

Oct 6 · City of Boston →

Council Ways and Means Committee hears dockets 1829–1838 at 10 a.m.

The committee meets virtually today, October 6, at 10 a.m. The public may watch and submit testimony.

Oct 6 · City of Boston →

Free BERDO workshop for condo and co-op associations at noon

The City of Boston and Emerald Cities Collaborative host a free virtual workshop today from noon to 1:15 p.m. It covers BERDO requirements, the new condo and co-op workbook, and city support resources.

Oct 6 · City of Boston →

Police accountability commission meets at 5 p.m.

The Office of Police Accountability and Transparency Commission meets today at 2201 Washington Street. The agenda includes Boston Police Department responses to commission requests and public comment.

Oct 6 · City of Boston →

Fire Aerial Drill Team Opens Demonstration Tour at City Hall Plaza

The Boston Fire Department Aerial Drill Team kicks off its Fire Prevention Week tour with rope and ladder maneuvers at City Hall Plaza at noon Monday.

Oct 5 · Caught In Charlestown →

Landmarks Subcommittee Reviews Mission Grammar School Design Today

The Boston Landmarks Commission Design Review Subcommittee holds a virtual public hearing at 2 p.m. Monday on the architectural design for a new school facility.

Oct 5 · City of Boston →

Boston Cultural Council Meets Virtually on Grant Priorities

The Boston Cultural Council holds a virtual public meeting from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday to review council priorities and FY27 grant planning with the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture.

Oct 5 · City of Boston →

Roxbury Master Plan Oversight Committee Meets Tonight

The virtual Roxbury Strategic Master Plan Oversight Committee meets from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday on 2085 Washington Street, 75–81 Dudley Street and Nubian Square Ascends/Blair Lot. The public meeting offers Spanish, Haitian Creole and Cape Verde Creole interpretation.

Oct 5 · Boston Planning & Development Agency →

Public Meeting Tonight on East Boston Airport Hotel Antenna Plan

The Planning Department holds a virtual public meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday on an amendment allowing rooftop and façade-mounted antennas and wireless equipment at the East Boston Airport Hotel. The meeting includes a presentation, Q&A and public comment.

Oct 5 · Boston Planning & Development Agency →

Boston Blooms Offers 15,000 Free Daffodil Bulbs to Civic Groups

Boston Parks and Recreation announced the return of 'Boston Blooms with Daffodils,' opening distribution of 15,000 free daffodil bulbs to civic groups for neighborhood planting this fall.

Oct 5 · Charlestown Patriot-Bridge →

Tue. Oct. 6: Civic Design Commission reviews 25 Supertest St.

The Boston Civic Design Commission meets Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 5 p.m. at City Hall, Room 937, with a final review of 25 Supertest Street and Hood Green around 5:15 p.m.

Oct 4 · City of Boston →

Tue. Oct. 6: 75 Russell St. abutters meeting (Zoom)

The City of Boston hosts a virtual abutters meeting Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 7 to 8 p.m. via Zoom on proposed dormer additions at 75 Russell Street.

Oct 4 · City of Boston →

Boston police journal lists Saturday incident totals

Boston police's journal for 10 a.m. Friday through 10 a.m. Saturday lists zero homicides, three robberies, three aggravated assaults and one auto theft. The department says the figures are preliminary, not official crime statistics.

Oct 4 · Boston Police Department →

Traffic and Parking Restrictions Today for Open Streets, Jimmy Fund Walk, Roslindale Parade

Boston has scheduled traffic restrictions and parking impacts today for Open Streets Brighton, the Jimmy Fund Walk and the Roslindale Day Parade. The city advises walking, biking or using public transportation.

Oct 4 · City of Boston →

Boston shares Domestic Violence Awareness Month resources

On October 1, the City of Boston shared educational, safety and support resources, including services and hotlines such as Casa Myrna, BARCC and DOVE.

Oct 4 · City of Boston →

Charlestown Neighborhood Council Meets Tuesday

The council meets Tuesday, October 6, from 7 to 9 PM at the Knights of Columbus, 545 Medford Street. The agenda includes presentations by the Boston Planning Department, Hood Park development representatives and The Heritage Club.

Oct 3 · Charlestown Patriot-Bridge →

Partial Closure at Boylston and Charlesgate Through Monday

MassDOT began a partial closure at Boylston Street and Charlesgate at 8 PM Friday for roadway reconstruction. The detour stays in place until 5 AM Monday, October 5, affecting travel near Fenway and Back Bay.

Oct 3 · City of Boston →

Council Proposal Would Expand Condo Conversion Tenant Protections

A proposal filed October 2 with the Boston City Council (Docket #1711) would extend tenant displacement protections to non-owner-occupied two- and three-family buildings. It would also add a one-year cooling period between preliminary and final conversion approvals for vacated buildings.

Oct 3 · Charlestown Patriot-Bridge →

Councilors File Hearing Order on Package Theft

Councilor Sharon Durkan, with Councilors Ed Flynn and Henry Santana, filed a hearing order October 2 on delivery parcel theft. It would examine better reporting through 311 and a possible pilot of secure public lockers in dense neighborhoods.

Oct 3 · Charlestown Patriot-Bridge →

DCR Launches 2026 Interactive Fall Foliage Map

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation unveiled its 2026 Interactive Fall Foliage Map on October 2. Users can track foliage progress and find viewing spots across the state park system.

Oct 3 · Charlestown Patriot-Bridge →

City Council Recognizes October as Italian American Heritage Month

The Council is recognizing October 2026 as Italian American Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of Italian immigrants and Italian Americans to Boston.

Oct 1 · City of Boston →

Flood Barrier Walking Tour Today, Departing 64 Sleeper St.

Chief Climate Officer Brian Swett leads a walking tour and training exercise from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today, departing 64 Sleeper Street. The route covers Martin's Park, Atlantic Wharf and Harbor Towers to demonstrate deployable flood barriers.

Sep 30 · City of Boston →

Public Facilities Commission Votes Today on Ruth Batson Academy Contracts

The Public Facilities Commission meets virtually at 10 a.m. today to vote on owner project manager contracts for the Ruth Batson Academy and related municipal facility upgrades.

Sep 30 · City of Boston →

Virtual Civic Engagement Session for People With Disabilities Tonight

The City of Boston holds a Zoom session from 6 to 7:30 p.m. tonight on accessible voting, participatory budgeting, and joining municipal boards and commissions.

Sep 30 · City of Boston →

MBTA Bus Cameras Begin Catching Bus Lane Violators Oct. 1

Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, bus-mounted cameras will capture vehicles illegally blocking bus lanes and stops and issue educational warnings. Fines take effect in January.

Sep 30 · MBTA →

Six-alarm fire heavily damages historic Edison Building in Roxbury

About 200 Boston firefighters battled a six-alarm blaze at the 103-year-old Edison Building at 72 Warren Street in Nubian Square on Monday, September 28, closing nearby streets and sending heavy smoke over the area. No injuries were reported.

Sep 29 · CBS Boston →