Free Parking at Boston Meters on Valentine's Day

After a hard weekend of snow and shoveling, the city of Boston decided to show its residents and businesses a little love this week.

To celebrate Valentine's Day, Mayor Thomas Menino announced on Wednesday that all parking meters in the city of Boston would be free all day on Valentine's Day.

Menino said the move is an effort to help businesses "make up for lost time" because of this past weekend's blizzard.  

“Whether you’re showering yourself, a friend or a special someone with love this Valentine’s Day, we want to make it as easy as possible for residents and visitors to spend some time and money at Boston businesses and restaurants tomorrow,” Menino said. “Get out there and share the love!”

Well, you heard him. When you're taking your sweetie out today for a nice lunch at Ironside Grill, a walk through the Navy Yard or maybe a wine and shopping spree at Olivia Browning, dedicate that extra moment when you'd usually be hunting around for quarters to your loved one. 

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