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City of Boston @boston.gov · Dec 12
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Traffic Advisory: Cambridge Street westbound is closed from Staniford Street to Bowdoin Street. Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes. See below from @police.boston.gov:
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Traffic Advisory: Due to a manhole fire earlier today, motorists are strongly advised to avoid Cambridge Street, Staniford Street, Blossom Street, O’Connell Way, and the area of the Longfellow Bridge near Coolidge Square until further notice. Traffic may be impacted this evening due to the Celtics.
January 30, 2026 at 9:52 PM
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Boston saw 23 inches of snowfall this week and so far our Public Works personnel and contractors have removed more than 35,000 cubic yards of snow from city streets to our snow farms.

Please use the BOS:311 app to report areas in the city that require attention.
January 30, 2026 at 8:52 PM
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Yesterday, the Boston Licensing Board approved five applications from beer and wine licensees upgrading to non-transferable all alcoholic beverages licenses!

Read the press release: https://www.boston.gov/news/city-boston-licensing-board-approves-first-five-liquor-upgrades-beer-and-wine-licensees
January 30, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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streets.boston.gov
Last night, crews and contractors completed a second night of large-scale snow removal, working across Boston to improve visibility, safety, and accessibility.

Check out the scenes from Brighton, Dorchester, Hyde Park, and Mattapan:
A Boston Public Works crew uses a front loader to clear a large pile of snow at night A Boston Public Works crew uses a front loader to deposit snow into a waiting dump truck A Boston Public Works crew uses a front loader and dump truck to clear large amounts of snow off City streets A Boston Public Works crew uses a front loader to clear a large pile of snow at night
January 29, 2026 at 8:52 PM
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bcyf.boston.gov
Brr. #Boston is under a cold emergency Jan 29 –Jan 31, with wind chills expected as low as -11°.

#BCYF centers are open as warming centers during normal operating hours.

Need a place to warm up? You’re welcome to stop in!

Cold emergency info: boston.gov/cold
BCYF hours/locations: boston.gov/bcyf
January 29, 2026 at 9:47 PM
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planning.boston.gov
We want to hear what you value most when choosing where to live! Planning Department staff are working on a guidebook for designers and developers building housing with 6-14 units. Have your voice heard by filling out the survey:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
January 29, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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publichealth.boston.gov
We all have a role to play in caring for our community. With the extreme cold weather forecasted through Saturday, January 31, please keep your neighbors in mind.

Find more cold weather tips at boston.gov/cold.
Blue background with a photo of two people walking up a hill with white text overlaying that reads, "If you see a neighbor experiencing homelessness or someone out in the cold who appear immobile, disoriented, or underdressed, please call 911. Boston Public Health Commission partners with emergency shelters, outreach providers, and first responders to assist those in need of shelter." The Boston Public Health Commission and City of Boston logos are at the bottom along with text that reads, "boston.gov/cold". Blue background with text that reads, "Any person needing shelter should access shelter directly any time, day or night. Boston's emergency shelters are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and when temperatures are below freezing (32°F), amnesty is in place for those with nonviolent restrictions. Women’s Shelter: Woods Mullen Shelter, 794 Massachusetts Ave. Men’s Shelter: 112 Southampton Street Shelter. During extreme cold weather, street outreach teams operate with extended hours and provide mobile outreach vans on the streets in the evening and throughout the day." The Boston Public Health Commission and City of Boston logos are at the bottom along with text that reads, "boston.gov/cold".
January 29, 2026 at 2:20 PM
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housing.boston.gov
If you’re struggling with your mortgage, the @boston.gov's #BostonHomeCenter can help through the Foreclosure Prevention Program, which offers free, confidential guidance to help you avoid foreclosure in Boston. Learn more about the City's help for homeowners here: ow.ly/Sh2W50XgvwS
Boston Home Center offers free, confidential foreclosure prevention and counseling for those struggling with mortgage payments.
January 29, 2026 at 7:36 PM
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Help lowering everyday expenses is available 💛
#Boston residents age 55+ can get one-on-one help at Cost-Saving Clinics at #BCYF Paris Street Community Center in East Boston.

📅 Feb 9–10 | 10:30 AM–3 PM
📞 617-635-4366
🔗 boston.gov/cost-saving
Flyer promoting Cost-Saving Clinics for Boston residents age 55+. Clinics take place February 9–10 from 10:30 AM to 3 PM at BCYF Paris Street Community Center, 12 Paris Street, East Boston. The flyer includes a QR code linking to the program website and logos for Mayor Michelle Wu, ABCD, and the City of Boston. Volante en español que promociona Clínicas de Ahorro para residentes de Boston mayores de 55 años. Las clínicas se realizarán el 9 y 10 de febrero de 10:30 AM a 3 PM en el BCYF Paris Street Community Center, 12 Paris Street, East Boston. Incluye un código QR y los logotipos del City of Boston, la alcaldesa Michelle Wu y ABCD.
January 29, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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water.boston.gov
Emergency water shutoff. BWSC crews will be on site to repair leaks in the area of Berkeley St and Columbus Ave (223 COLUMBUS). Services will be shutoff beginning 8:00 am through 5:00 pm on 1/29. Please plan accordingly. Questions? Call us at 617-989-7900
January 28, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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water.boston.gov
Water had been restored to MISHAWUM PARK Charlestown, great work as always by BWSC crews, thanks to residents for your patience.
January 28, 2026 at 10:24 PM
boston.gov
Space savers must be removed by 8 p.m. tonight.
A graphic on a white and blue gradient reads "Space Savers: Did you use a traffic cone, beach chair, yoga mat, or some other object to save your parking space on the street? Here's what you need to know: - You have 48 hours to use a space saver after the end of a declared snow emergency. - By 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 28, you need to remove it from the street. - Space savers are never allowed in Bay Village or the South End."
January 28, 2026 at 8:10 PM
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streets.boston.gov
Due to the storm, some Boston neighborhoods (below) have a one-day delay for curbside trash/recycling collection through Saturday, Jan. 31. More info: boston.gov/trash-day

Curbside compost pickup for ALL neighborhoods will be delayed by one day through Friday, Jan. 30. More info: bostoncomposts.com
Winter Storm Trash & Recycling Collection Schedule Week of January 26-31 Neighborhoods on a Regular pickup schedule: Back Bay Bay Village Beacon Hill Charlestown Chinatown Downtown Fenway-Kenmore Mission Hill North End Roxbury South Boston South End West End Wharf District Neighborhoods on a Delayed pickup schedule include: Allston Brighton Dorchester East Boston Hyde Park Jamaica Plain Mattapan Roslindale West Roxbury Go to boston.gov/snow-trash for more information
January 28, 2026 at 3:42 PM
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🗑️♻️ When we experience winter weather, curbside trash and recycling collection can be challenging.

To help, please clear snow around barrels/bins and set them out in an accessible location to keep crews safe and avoid missed pickups. For more winter trash tips: boston.gov/snow-trash
A clear space has been shoveled out from deep snow in Boston, and a trash bin and recycling cart are shown in the cleared area to make collection happen safely and efficiently
January 28, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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water.boston.gov
Water service is disrupted to the MISHAWUM PARK property in Charlestown while BWSC crews excavate and perform repairs on a nearby broken water main. Area affected includes Tibbetts Town Way and Dunstable St. Updates to follow.
January 28, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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bostonschools.boston.gov
Please join us in celebrating and thanking our @bostonschools.boston.gov custodian teams and our @boston.gov partners, who have been working tirelessly to clear as much snow as possible in preparation for students, staff and families to return this week. (1/3)
Person using a snowblower to clear a snowy pathway in front of a BPS building with large columns and brown doors during snowfall. Two people clearing snow from a sidewalk next to a large BPS building on a cloudy winter day. Person dressed in black clearing snow from a sidewalk bordered by a black metal fence and parked cars in a residential neighborhood. Person shoveling snow on a sidewalk near a fire hydrant in a snowy near a BPS building during winter.
January 28, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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mayorwu.boston.gov
The best way to report snow issues and other problems that need the City's attention to @311.boston.gov is with the BOS:311 app.
Boston 311
The 311 Constituent Service Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year. You can call 3-1-1 or 617-635-4500, download the 311 app, or submit an online request. Track your cas...
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January 28, 2026 at 4:26 PM
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More than 2500 tons of snow have been removed from roadways, crosswalks, & ramps across Boston.

Snow removal continues today with large-scale work happening overnight for public safety. Use 311 to report areas that need attention.

Thank you to our Public Works teams working 24/7 to clear the snow!
A snow plow plows snow on a street near a school. A construction vehicle scoops snow into a dump truck. Construction vehicles dump snow from the street into dump trucks .
January 28, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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environment.boston.gov
Have a broken household item? Instead of tossing it, reduce waste, save money, and learn new skills by coming to a free Fixit Clinic🛠️🧵

📅 Sat, Jan 31
🕐 2 - 4 p.m.
📍Mattapan Public Library @bpl.boston.gov

boston.gov/calendar/fixit-clinic-junior-mattapan @boston.gov
January 28, 2026 at 2:25 PM
boston.gov
@mayorwu.boston.gov has declared a cold weather advisory in the City of Boston for Tuesday, January 27, through Saturday, January 31.

Wind chills will reach as low as -5 degrees tonight into Saturday.

Learn more: boston.gov/news/mayor-wu-urges-caution-bitter-cold-weather-remains-through-saturday
A Cold weather advisory graphic on a dark blue background reads "A cold weather advisory has been declared in the City of Boston from Tuesday, January 27, through Saturday, January 31. Wind chills are expected to reach as low as -5 degrees F during this time. Take precautions to stay safe in the extreme cold. Call 911 if you see someone who needs assistance." with the link "boston.gov/cold"
January 27, 2026 at 9:21 PM
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After the eighth-largest Boston snowfall on record (23 inches!), the work hasn't stopped for our dedicated Public Works team.

Crews are back at it today using equipment to clear intersections and curb ramps and widen streets. When cleaning off your car, please don’t leave snow on the street.
A Public Works crew uses a Bobcat to clear snow on a street in Boston
January 27, 2026 at 8:40 PM
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@boston.gov announced the end of the snow emergency as of 8:00 p.m. on January 26. While municipal buildings reopen tomorrow, residents must take immediate action regarding parking, space savers, and sidewalks to ensure city-wide safety.
January 26, 2026 at 11:34 PM
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Shoutout to Will from West Roxbury for responsible post-storm snow removal:

✅ Clearing space so wheelchairs and strollers can safely pass.
✅ It's his neighbor's property - helping out a friend in need.
✅ Not throwing snow back into the street.

Let's all be like Will.
Will from West Roxbury uses a snow blower to clear a sidewalk to make it safe for his neighbors to pass by after a heavy snowstorm
January 26, 2026 at 10:15 PM
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bostonschools.boston.gov
All BPS schools will be CLOSED Tuesday, January 27, due to snow. School and district sports and activities also will be CANCELED Tuesday, January 27.

All central offices will be OPEN Tuesday, January 27. Please visit boston.gov for more information.
January 26, 2026 at 9:40 PM