Federal Transit Agency Ends MBTA Safety Oversight

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Federal transit agency ends MBTA safety oversight

The Federal Transit Administration has ended its years-long oversight of the MBTA, returning safety supervision to Massachusetts state regulators. The oversight began after a 2022 Red Line fatality and led to improvements including elimination of slow zones and new anti-collision technology. Governor Healey announced the change on Monday.

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City committee weighs digital-equity grants and HVAC gift

The City Council Committee on City Services considered grants for IT training and broadband access, along with a proposed donation of HVAC units for schools and police stations.

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Council hears proposed ban on synthetic kratom compounds

The City Council Committee on Government Operations heard a proposal to ban the sale and use of synthetic mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine.

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BPL finance committee reviews FY26 audit and phone contract

The Boston Public Library Trustees Finance and Audit Committee meets virtually at 8:30 a.m. to review draft FY26 financial statements, budget, and a proposed five-year telephone-system contract.

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Zoning appeals board meets virtually Tuesday morning

Boston’s Zoning Board of Appeal hears appeals at 9:30 a.m. by video conference and telephone, with remote public testimony available.

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Chinatown BPL offers ESOL conversation group at 11 a.m.

On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon, the Chinatown Branch of the Boston Public Library hosts an ESOL Conversation Group for adult English learners and new English speakers. Registration is required.

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West End Library hosts Origami Club at 11 a.m.

Learn paper-folding techniques or share projects at the West End Library's Origami Club from 11 a.m. to noon.

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North End Park hosts final 2026 Mat Pilates class

The season's final Mat Pilates with Movement with Jill takes place at North End Park on the Greenway from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy

Greenway offers Strength & Alignment at Dewey Square

Free Strength & Alignment class on Dewey Square Lawn from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. as part of the Greenway's fitness programming.

Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy

Broadway Burn brings dance fitness to Rowes Wharf

Dance-fitness class set to Broadway show tunes at Rowes Wharf Plaza from 6 to 7 p.m., led by Hannah’s Dance Community.

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MassHire Downtown holds career center seminar

Job seekers in the state's reemployment-services program can attend the Career Center Seminar at 75 Federal Street from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

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MassHire workshop focuses on successful interviews

Secrets for Successful Interviews workshop at 75 Federal Street from 1 to 2:30 p.m., covering preparation and effective responses.

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Bikini Kill and Downtown Boys play Roadrunner

Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. at Roadrunner in Boston.

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