Boston EMS Welcomes 20 New EMTs at Faneuil Hall Ceremony
Boston EMS graduated 20 new EMTs and promoted 12 members at Faneuil Hall on Oct. 10, as the city’s ambulance service handles 141,000 incidents a year.
Government
Government news from The Boston Report on federal, Massachusetts and Boston agencies, budgets, transit, housing and the public policy that affects residents.
Tremont Street Bike Lane: Mission Hill Safety Work Starts
A parking-protected Tremont Street bike lane, painted curb extension and turn limits are coming to Mission Hill, with quick-build work set to start Oct. 13.
Boston Quarterly Revenue Reports: Council Weighs Ordinance
Boston quarterly revenue reports would go to the City Council within 30 days of each quarter under Docket #1099. A committee heard it Oct. 8; no vote was taken.
MGCS Tank Project in Doubt After French General’s Remarks
The MGCS tank project was thrown into doubt when France’s top general said Germany quit, before Paris and Berlin insisted the joint tank effort lives on.
Boston Small Business Minimum Wage and Sick Time Rules
Boston small business minimum wage and sick time rules explained: the $15 state minimum, tipped pay, overtime and earned sick time for large and small employers.
Open a Restaurant in Boston: Licenses, Permits, Patios
How to open a restaurant in Boston: the Common Victualler license, zoning, Licensing Board steps, 2026 outdoor dining fees and the city’s permit streamlining.
Boston Small Business Grants: Main Streets and City Help
Boston small business grants and support, from the city’s OEOI funding list to the 17 Main Streets districts and World Cup activation grants, explained from city sources.
Boston Link Bus and Street Furniture Plan Explained
The Boston Link Bus will add free shuttles in the Seaport, Allston-Brighton and Charlestown, while a street furniture RFP seeks 500 more shelters. Key dates.
Boston City Council Meeting Oct. 7: Votes and Dockets
What the Boston City Council meeting on Oct. 7 recorded: resolutions adopted 12-0, a school contract vote, mayoral requests and pending items, with sources.
Boston FY27 Budget: $4.9B Plan, Taxes and BPS Costs
The Boston FY27 budget totals $4.9 billion. See where property tax and state aid revenue come from, how BPS and health costs grow, and what officials say.