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Over $1.4M for South Boston in FY27 state budget

September 21, 2026

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FY27 state budget brings significant funding to South Boston

Senator Nick Collins and Representative David Biele announced that the Fiscal Year 2027 state budget, signed into law by Governor Maura Healey, delivers over $1.4 million for South Boston. The funding supports public safety, education, healthcare, workforce development, senior services, and waterfront resilience.

South Boston Online

City Council city-services hearing at 10 a.m.

The City Council Committee on City Services hears Dockets 1085, 1395, and 1397 at Boston City Hall. Attend, testify, or watch online.

City of Boston

Government Operations committee hearing at 2 p.m.

The City Council Committee on Government Operations hears Docket 1414 at Boston City Hall. Testify in person or virtually.

City of Boston

Seaport Sweat: free outdoor fitness classes tonight

On Monday, September 21, 2026, Seaport Sweat is scheduled at Seaport Common from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with Align & Define at 5:30 p.m. and Solid Strength at 6:30 p.m. The outdoor fitness series is free.

The Boston Calendar

The Grove at Lawn on D open tonight

Lawn games, food, drinks, and live entertainment from 5 to 11 p.m.

The Boston Calendar

Free flu and COVID vaccine clinics open today

Boston Public Health Commission starts free flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics across the city, running through December 2026.

Boston.com

Colin's Joy Project 5K on Sept. 26

The annual Colin's Joy Project 5K returns to the neighborhood on Saturday, September 26. Register for a morning of running, walking, and community fun.

Caught In Southie

USS Constitution underway Friday, Sept. 25

The USS Constitution gets underway from Charlestown Navy Yard at 10 a.m., visible from the Boston Harborwalk, Castle Island, and the yard.

Caught In Southie

Report: Boston's slowest bus route averages 6 mph

A new report identifies the slowest MBTA bus route in Boston, affecting riders including routes to and from the Seaport district.

Boston.com

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