Boston City Councilor Felix Arroyo held a hearing addressing how to get rid of the stigma surrounding mental illness in the Boston area.
The Boston mayor had been in the hospital and now is staying at the Spaulding Rehab Center.
The State Department of Public Health is working on coming up with statewide regulations.
The Boston City Council unanimously supported U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein's reintroduction of the national legislation.
Mass. Senate Republican Leader Bruce Tarr plans to introduce legislation in January.
The national group issued a statement about preventing future tragedies following the school shooting in Connecticut.
Instead, respondents said, the state should increase taxes on the rich and end corporate subsidies.
A special post office box has been established for those wishing to send condolences to Newtown, CT.
In January, the cabinet will have new secretaries of finance, education, health and public safety.
Residents are invited to a public hearing with Boston Public Schools and the Boston Public Health Commission on Tuesday night to address mental health issues, especially in light of the recent tragedy in Newtown, CT.
The Massachusetts Senator would replace outgoing Secretary of State Hilary Clinton.
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Pres. Obama's candidate for Secretary of State has withdrawn her bid to be top diplomat. Does that mean Mass. Sen. John Kerry is next up for consideration?
Michelle Wu, a Harvard graduate, recently worked for the Elizabeth Warren campaign and the City of Boston.
NSTAR was fined $4 million in responses to Tropical Storm Irene and the October 2011 snowstorm but already announced it plans to appeal.
The Zoning Commission will consider the BRA's proposal at a meeting on Dec. 12.
A new data-driven website and downloadable app lets Boston residents check in on the city's services performance, including transportation, crime, fire, parks and other departments.
If passed, the law would allow the public to access information about Level 1 sex offenders.
The Townies Association, CHAD, Harvest on Vine Emergency Food Pantry and several youth sports organizations were among those to receive funding this year.
The city was one of seven to receive funding for the project through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
A study finds that Bay Staters will pay more if the child and college tuition tax credits expire.
The Boston Transportation Department plans to make a decision on what to do with the Austin Street intersection within the next three months.
Boston leaders are looking to amend city ordinances and create a citywide database of rental units.
Inspired by food trucks, the vehicle will travel throughout Boston's neighborhoods allowing residents access to select city services.
The brief ceremony followed his reading of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas."
Patrick announced the budget adjustments Tuesday.
The Boston official writes, 'Show us opportunity. Sell us on progress. Tell us the truth, especially on taxes.'
The page will keep residents informed with meeting times, agendas, minutes and more.
The Boston mayor is currently at the Spaulding Rehabilitation Center recuperating.
A representative from Bunker Hill Community College in Charlestown was in attendance.
If you own a business or home in the city, you could be this year's winner.
Public bubblers, fountains and filling stations could decrease plastic bottle use and improve health—but where should they go?
Some Boston residents waited more than three hours to vote on Election Day.
The city will be updating its zoning code to permit the facilities in specific areas.
Brendan Ryan will replace William 'Mo' Cowan of Stoughton.
Trade in any Boston parking tickets you get between Nov. 29 and Dec. 1 for a toy instead of paying the fine.
Although the state is expected to fall short of projected revenue, some say the raises are justified since staff hasn't had a raise in four years.
City Councilor Rob Consalvo estimated that Boston will get about four dispensaries in 2013.
Amanda Reinfeld was elected on Nov. 18 to the Charlestown Neighborhood Council.
All state and city offices will be closed for the holiday.