News - Boston Main Streets

Age-Friendly Benches

November 26, 2019

Tags: Age-Friendly, Age-Strong

This program aims to improve public spaces and address the lack of benches in Boston.

Age-Friendly Businesses in Boston

November 26, 2019

Tags: Age-Friendly, Age-Strong

Learn about age-friendly and dementia-friendly businesses, and how to certify your company.

The Ashmont Farmers Market Update

August 7, 2019

Tags: Greater Ashmont Main Street, Update

We’ve had a number of community members ask “Where are the farmers and what’s happening with the farmers market?” We want to share a bit more of what’s been going on behind the scenes this year.

Roslindale Village Main Street awarded a $30,000 grant

August 2, 2019

Tags: Business Support, Donations, Roslindale Village Main Streets

The George B. Henderson Foundation generously awarded Roslindale Village Main Street a $30,000 grant for the installation of a window within the Substation's monumental door opening.

Mayor boosts Boston business districts

August 1, 2019

By: India Glenn

Tags: Business Support, Greater Grove Hall Main Streets

Local businesses recognized for contributions to neighborhoods

Clang, clang, clang goes the trolley

July 17, 2019

Tags: Business Support, four corners main street, Greater Ashmont Main Street, Greater Grove Hall Main Streets, Trolley Tour, Upham's Corner Main Street

3 days, 9 stops, 40 small businesses celebrated. Mayor Martin J. Walsh is returning for the “Mayor on Main” trolley tour, a three-day event that will highlight Boston’s Main Streets districts.

Brighton Main Streets Business of the Year

July 15, 2019

Tags: Brighton Main Streets, Business Support

Business of the Year: John J Ryan Insurance Agency

Share the #ROSlove: July 15th Appeal Extension

July 5, 2019

Tags: Business Support, Roslindale Village Main Streets

Our goal for the Spring Appeal is $20,000 and we'd still like to reach that goal -- so we are extending our campaign until Monday, July 15th to raise an additional $3,000.

Center Cuts Hiring

July 2, 2019

Tags: Business Support, Shopping

Centre Cuts Salon & Spa is now hiring desk help and a Massage Therapist. Centre Cuts strives to provide our guests with quality products, great technical work and better customer service.

Here’s Your Chance to Invest in a Brighton Brewpub

December 12, 2018

By: Scott Kearnan, Boston Magazine

Tags: Brighton Main Streets, Business Support

Brato Brewhouse + Kitchen shares a timeline for opening, a menu sneak peek, and a unique revenue-sharing opportunity.

MAYOR CELEBRATES SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, KICKS OFF ‘#5ONMAIN’ CAMPAIGN

November 27, 2018

By: The Mayor’s Office of Economic Development

Tags: Business Support, Holidays, Shopping

Mayor Martin J. Walsh celebrated Small Business Saturday and launched the "#5onMain" campaign, encouraging residents to shop local this holiday season.

Boston Main Streets districts help local businesses like these find their footing

September 19, 2018

By: Devra First

Tags: dorchester, food, four corners main street, vegan

Oasis Vegan Veggie Parlor is the coziest corner of Four Corners in Dorchester, an island of calm at the busy intersection where Washington meets three other streets.