And probably enough for the citizens of Boston:
Mayor Menino won’t seek sixth term
For Menino, it’s been a journey like no other
How he left you:
Menino, State of the City speech will draw scrutiny
Optimistic Menino makes return to public stage
Mayor Menino spotlights Boston’s growth
Group tries to bring Olympics to Boston in 2024
Mayor Menino pushed on school choice for Boston
Menino says it’s great to be back home in Hyde Park
Related: Bailing on the Boston Mayoral Race
I'm sorry, readers, but I won't be covering the election for a new mayor. I have too many other things to do here.
Don't worry, I'm sure the Globe will be all over it every step of the way.
NEXT DAY UPDATES:
Boston’s Mayor Menino makes 5th term his last
Boston’s urban mechanic mayor moves on
Next mayor would do well to follow Menino’s path
Many hope to be Mayor Menino’s successor
Lessons from an era
Bostonians reflect on Menino’s tenure
Blacks appreciate Menino, yearn for more
Aides reminisce on the past, let emotions flow
Mayor Menino long championed public health
Menino pushed to be the ‘education mayor’
Menino a Boston guy through and through
News sends an old friend reeling, but he understands
Mayor Menino’s exit stirs uncertainty among business leaders
What are they worried about the tax goodies? I'm sure they can buy off the next guy (or gal).