Boston's Summer Learn and Earn program celebrated its fourth cohort, where high schoolers earn college credits and receive a weekly stipend while taking courses like Business and Web Design.

Melissa Pullin has been appointed as the new Chief Human Resources Officer for the Massachusetts Human Resources Division, having served as Interim Chief prior.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey appointed Dr. Kimberly Lucas and Jennifer James Price to the Early Education and Care Board to enhance early education programs.

Mayor Wu and Superintendent Skipper open the new Josiah Quincy Upper School in Chinatown, offering advanced facilities for 650 students and aiming for LEED Platinum certification.

Federal, state, and NGO agencies are collaborating on a major cleanup of the Boston Harbor Islands, aiming to improve their ecological health and public spaces.

Boston officials, including Mayor Wu and Commissioner Cox, honored 9/11 victims at the Massachusetts State House and laid wreaths at the Public Garden's Garden of Remembrance.

Julie Wormser is appointed as Cambridge’s inaugural Chief Climate Officer, starting October 1, to advance the city's climate resilience and sustainability efforts.

Legislators visited the State Police Academy to observe officer training and discuss law enforcement's future, reflecting on community policing and recruitment diversity.

Massachusetts' EOVS announces new initiatives for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month to address veteran mental health, including expos, training, social events, and a $2 million grant for community organizations.

Massachusetts CCC Chair Shannon O'Brien has been terminated following allegations of misconduct and insensitive remarks, despite her denial of these claims.

The City of Boston celebrated the awarding of First Literacy Scholarships to 26 adult learners to support their education in the 2024-2025 academic year.

MassDEP awards over $140,000 in microgrants for sustainability projects across Massachusetts, focusing on waste reduction and benefitting many environmental justice communities.

Massachusetts receives an extra $171 million from the FHWA for 12 infrastructure projects, enhancing roads, bridges, and pathways, with officials expressing gratitude for the funds.