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Boston Police Academy Class #67-26 Graduation
On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, Mayor Michelle Wu and Commissioner Michael Cox led the graduation ceremony welcoming Boston Police Academy Class #67-26 as they took the oath and began their careers in service to the City of Boston. We thank these new officers for choosing to serve our city, and we extend our gratitude to
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Traffic Advisory: East Boston Italian Heritage Parade
Italian Heritage Parade – Sunday, October 11, 2026 On Sunday, October 11, at 1:00 PM, the Italian Heritage Parade will be taking place, bringing an October parade back to East Boston. The parade will proceed from Waldemar Avenue, to Bennington Street, to Day Square, then to Maverick Square and finally to Central Square. Parking will
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The Boston Police Department Seeking RFP’s for the 2027 Shannon Community Safety Initiative Grant Program
Funded by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, the Shannon Community Safety Initiative Grant Program incorporates the key elements of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Comprehensive Gang Model. Grant funds support regional and multi-disciplinary approaches to combat gang and youth violence through coordinated prevention and intervention, law enforcement, prosecution, and
Back to School Safety Tips: Speak Up
Keeping our students safe goes beyond the trip to and from school. If you see something, say something. If there’s a problem, talk to a trusted adult, teacher, school staff member, or Boston Police Officer. If you’re being bullied, speak up, you don’t have to deal with it alone. Parents and guardians, take some time
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Back to School Safety Tips: Drivers
With students heading back to school, we’re asking everyone behind the wheel to slow down, stay alert, and watch out for our youngest commuters. 🚍 Stop for school buses when their stop signs are out. 🚶 Never block a crosswalk and watch carefully for pedestrians. 🚗 Follow posted school-zone speed limits and make sure everyone
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Back to School Safety Tips: Getting to and From School Safely
As students across Boston head back to school, we all have a role to play in keeping them safe. Whether you’re walking or biking, remember to stay alert, put the phones and headphones away, and give yourself plenty of time to get where you’re going. 🚶 Walking: Use the crosswalk, look both ways, and never
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Boston Police Department Deploys Drone as First Responder Pilot Program
The Boston Police Department (BPD) is launching a Drone as First Responder (DFR) pilot program with Motorola Solutions and BRINC that adds new capabilities to Boston’s emergency response. As part of this pilot program, an internal team of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified pilots, who are members of the BPD, will operate drones and launch
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Caribbean Festival: J’Ouvert Parade and Caribbean Parade This Weekend
Commissioner Cox briefed the public on what to expect this weekend and what is expected of those attending. Here are some highlights, including important details regarding road closures, parking restrictions, and some important dos and don’ts.
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Traffic Advisory for Dominican Parade and Festival
The following roads will be closed for the Dominican Parade and Festival. They will remain open only to emergency vehicles and MBTA buses:
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