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.

🟠 Orange Line closure: the MBTA has announced there will be no train service between Forest Hills and North Station this Saturday, September 27 through Sunday, September 28. Use shuttle buses between Forest Hills and Back Bay. Use the Green Line between Copley and North Station. mbta.com/orangeline

No matter where you live in Boston, your fare on the Commuter Rail should be the same. Join us in supporting the Fare Equity bill before the State Legislature.

🔵Blue Line closure: the MBTA has announced that there will be no service between Bowdoin and Airport beginning 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Sep. 19, through Sunday, Sep. 21. Use shuttle buses between Airport & Gov Center. The East Boston Ferry service will be fare-free during this work. mbta.com/BlueLine

Boston is adding new stations to our public bike share network in every neighborhood and we need your help! Join us for an open house this October to learn more about the expansion of @ridebluebikes.bsky.social. 🚲 boston.gov/bike-share-expansion

Speed humps are helping make streets across Boston safer for everyone. We talked with Roslindale parent Ben Bruno about infrastructure improvements the Streets Cabinet installed in his neighborhood and the difference they’ve made for him and his neighbors.

Reminder that applications are OPEN from September 15-30 for adaptive e-bike users! Check out boston.gov/ebikes to learn about our upcoming events.

The Fall & Harvest Streets Grant from @civicorganizing.boston.gov gives you $300 to bring neighbors together with festive block parties full of pumpkins, treats, and autumn fun. 🍂✨ Apply by September 22, 2025, at boston.gov/fall-grants

tired: summer is over :( wired: 🚧🚧 Construction season is still in full swing 🚧🚧

Boston honors the memories of those killed in the tragic events of September 11th, including those aboard AA Flight 11 and UA Flight 175, which had departed from Logan Airport. We hold the loved ones of those lost close and remember the courage and care shown by Americans in service of one another.

“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.

Today is Preliminary Municipal Election Day - Voters have until 8 p.m. to cast a ballot. Check your polling location at voteinma.com

Open Newbury has been cancelled today due to recent warnings of flash flooding.

Open Newbury is cancelled today. Check the schedule for upcoming dates this year at boston.gov/open-newbury

Public Works is resurfacing streets and repairing ramps in every neighborhood of Boston this construction season. Deputy Director Sean Darden explains what it takes to repair and resurface 50 miles of roadways. This helps make sure everyone has safe, efficient, accessible options to get around.

New to Boston or currently have a damaged recycling cart? Request a new one at boston.gov/311! Our carts are made with 40% recycled material, including 10% of ocean-bound plastics collected near beaches, lakes & waterways ♻️♻️♻️

Starting TOMORROW, September 3: MBTA Green Line D Branch service will be suspended between Kenmore and Riverside. Use code MBTAGREEN925 for 5 free Bluebikes unlocks during the closure. More info: boston.gov/mbta-shutdowns

Whether they: ❄️ Shovel snow for a neighbor 🎉 Organize block party events 🤝 Always show up with a helping hand ☀️ Simply brighten your day Nominate them today for a Good Neighbor Award! Let’s show appreciation for the everyday heroes living right next door. boston.gov/good-neighbor

Reminders for moving weekend in Boston! 🚧 Follow posted signs, and keep fire lanes and hydrants clear. ⚠️ Parking restrictions are in place in Allston, Fenway, Mission Hill, and Roxbury. Learn more from departments across @boston.gov: www.boston.gov/news/student...

Public Works crews were out this morning sweeping streets and picking up litter in Mattapan Square, Geneva Ave, Fields Corner, and helping get ready for the New Edition Block Party. See an issue on our neighborhood streets? Please let us know via @311.boston.gov

For the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 1: 🚫 Parking meters are free. 🛣️ Daytime street cleaning is canceled, but overnight street cleaning is on a normal schedule. 🚮 Some neighborhoods will run on a delayed trash/recycling pickup schedule. Check the list below or at boston.gov/trash-day!

Live — @mayorwu.boston.gov and city officials announce preparations and outline existing resources and services ahead of the annual Sept. 1 move-in weekend.

BPS Back to School is just EIGHT days away! Watch this video to learn more about Zum, the bus-tracking technology @bostonschools.boston.gov v is using, and more useful info from our Transportation Department. (1/2) www.youtube.com/shorts/Y_r_j...

As Boston students get ready for the new school year, we talked to Dana Skelly, principal at the Higginson-Lewis School in Roxbury, about partnering with the Safe Routes to School team.

Reminder from @massdcr.bsky.social for anyone moving in Boston this week: Don't get Storrowed!

Reminder that Family Bike Day is tomorrow in East Boston! Sign up at boston.gov/family-bike-day-2025 for a day of fun, free activities for the whole family.

The new Pier 10 ferry is helping commuters get around faster than ever before! ⛴️

Noise caused by military vehicles can be extremely loud. Weds., Aug. 20 Helicopters will land in the Boston Common in the early evening. Thurs., Aug. 21 Military flyover around 10:45 a.m. Sun., Aug. 24 Helicopters will take off from the Boston Common in the early evening.

Please be aware that as part of this week’s events commemorating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps, military vehicles, including humvees, light armored vehicles, and helicopters will be present in the City of Boston. Find more info at www.marines.mil/Marines250/.

Marine Week Boston will hold multiple events from Weds. August 20-Sun. August 24 to mark the 250th birthday of the USMC. As part of the schedule of events, helicopter landings will take place on Boston Common in the early evening on Wednesday and Sunday. @police.boston.gov has the full schedule ⬇️

Family Bike Day is coming up THIS WEEKEND in East Boston! We have a fun day on two wheels planned for all ages: 🚲 Adult learn-to-bike workshop 🚲 On-bike activities for kids 🔧 Bike tune-ups 🍕 Free pizza and slushees Register here for this free event: boston.gov/family-bike-...

Today, we launched the latest version of our ParkBoston app for Apple/iOS devices. This update will be coming soon to Android devices. If you have auto updates turned on, you're all set. If not, you'll need to manually update to the latest version. Get all the info at boston.gov/parkboston

@mayorwu.boston.gov has declared a heat emergency from Monday, August 11, through Wednesday, August 13, due to the current weather forecasts. Visit boston.gov/heat to learn how to stay safe and cool while the heat emergency is active.

Hyde Park Open Streets is almost here! Join friends and neighbors at Open Streets Hyde Park this Sunday, August 10th for car-free, family fun. Visit boston.gov/open-streets for more information!

🟠Orange Line Reminder: this weekend (Saturday, August 9 through Sunday, August 10) there will be no train service between Wellington and Back Bay. Use Buses between Wellington and North Station. Use the Green Line between North Station and Copley. Visit mbta.com/orangeline for more information.

🚨 Heads up, Blue Line riders! The Blue Line will be shut down from Aug. 9–17 between Airport & Wonderland. ➡️ During this shutdown, the T will perform regular maintenance—upgrading infrastructure & renewing track. Learn more here: boston.gov/mbta-shutdowns

311 isn’t just for complaints, it’s for building a better block, one report at a time. Tell us what needs attention in your neighborhood and we’ll take it from there. Use the App or Call 3-1-1.

Open Streets returns to Hyde Park on Sunday, August 10! Follow along with City of Boston Open Streets Program Manager Pilar Delgado as she gives us a tour of the Open Streets Hyde Park event route. ⬇️ youtu.be/rwIS1ILF1qQ

The first draft of Boston’s 2030 Climate Action Plan is here! It's our roadmap for a greener, cleaner, and more resilient future for Bostonians. Read the plan & share your feedback with us: boston.gov/climate-action-plan. @boston.gov #climateactionplan #boston

Join the Office of Green Infrastructure! We're hiring a Director of Green Infrastructure. Visit boston.gov/jobs and apply today!

We finished School Street last week! Check out those fresh lane markings:

🟠 Orange Line Reminder: the MBTA has announced that there will be no train service July 26-27 between Wellington and Back Bay due to signal work. Use buses between Wellington and North Station, and the Green Line between North Station and Copley. Visit mbta.com/orangeline for more information.

In Boston, your neighborhood liaison is here to help! @roxbury.boston.gov supported her neighbor Mr. Miles as he worked with the City to get brick sidewalks on his street repaired. 🧱👷

Boston will experience extreme heat today, Thursday, July 24, through tomorrow, Friday, July 25. Rest often, drink water, swim safe, and don’t leave children or pets in cars. You can visit boston.gov/heat for more heat resources and cooling tips.

🎉 Block party season is in full swing! Tonight’s party in Roslindale is already underway, but there’s plenty more fun happening across the city the rest of this week 🎈 Check out the full calendar and find one near you! #Boston #BlockParties #Summer

Open Newbury is cancelled this Sunday, July 20 due to weather. We’ll see you at the next Open Newbury!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Open Streets Roxbury on Saturday along Blue Hill Ave, from Warren Street to Quincy Street!

Be prepared for this week’s hot weather, Boston! 🌡️ Learn the signs of heat illness — confusion, dizziness, excess sweating 🪟 Cover windows to keep the sun and heat out 🫂 Make a plan to check on vulnerable loved ones and neighbors 🚨 Sign up for heat emergency alerts at boston.gov/alert

What'd you do over the weekend? Public Works began resurfacing the street in front of the Chipotle where Thomas Paine wrote Common Sense

During the MBTA Red Line diversion through July 13, shuttle buses will replace service between Kendall/MIT and JFK/UMass. Free Bluebikes unlocks are also available with promo code MBTAREDJUL10. boston.gov/bluebikes