Boston celebrated the 60th anniversary of the 1965 Freedom Rally, remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s work and emphasizing the ongoing civil rights struggle.

The Boston Police Department hosted a close basketball game with local youth, fostering community relations at the Roche Community Center, with officers engaging off-duty in sport and conversation.

Boston Police held a "Teach Me to Fish" cooking session in South Boston, fostering community relations through culinary skills, with attendees receiving recipe books, aprons, and utensils.

Boston Police participated in a Community Welcoming Day at Saint John Paul II Catholic Academy in South Boston, engaging with locals and the BPD Comfort Dog to strengthen police-community ties.

Boston Police hosted a community event, Coffee with a Cop, at Sip of Joy Café to improve communication with residents.

Boston Archbishop Richard Henning led a mass for Pope Francis, who passed away, and is set to attend the funeral in Rome. The Boston Archdiocese holds masses to honor the late pontiff.

The Boston Police and DEA host National Drug Take Back Day on April 26, 2025, urging residents to properly dispose of unused medications at police stations.

Boston Police officers from District E-5 participated in the Parkway In Motion Easter Egg Hunt, engaging with the community and aiding in the event's success.

Boston Police assisted at the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Castle Island, promoting community relations by helping kids find eggs and ensuring safety at the event.

Boston Police District E-13 officers joined Jamaica Plain's Easter celebrations, engaging with the community in egg hunts and activities aimed at fostering trust and understanding.

Boston will host its Annual Disability Community Forum on May 8, 2025, at Suffolk University Law School, with in-person and online attendance options.

Boston Police joined over 400 families for the East Boston Easter Egg Hunt, featuring activities like face painting and an appearance by the Easter Bunny.

Boston celebrated the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's ride with reenactments and local engagement, with safety provided by Boston Police Department's District A-1 officers.