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| 前排右起，麻州眾議員黃子安和黃偉健，黃鷹立，黃兆祥，黃國威，黃光沐等 黃氏宗親幹部一起上鄉祭祖。（周菊子攝） |
黃氏宗親會婦女組也有黃周麗桃率同婦女組幹部上香、鞠躬。
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| 樓業組黃偉育（左起）和中文書記黃納斯、主席黃鷹立，黃兆祥。（周菊子攝） |
住在麻州郊區，現年35歲的黃志富，這天也特地遠道趕來，穿上印有「江夏堂」字樣的黃T恤，為宗親會當義工。
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| 黃氏婦女組上香。（周菊子攝） |
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| 黃氏宗親們一一拿香，準備祭拜。（周菊子攝） |
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| 庶務黃達榮把金箔放進香爐。（周菊子攝） |
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| 庶務黃達榮倒酒，為敬酒環節做準備。（周菊子攝） |
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| ACDC 「如家之所」公共藝術展揭幕。（周菊子攝） |
為慶祝開幕，ACDC安排了廣教學校和胡青白鶴派的醒獅表演，周美桃率領的紐英崙養生舞協會表演扇舞，演唱中英文合輯的「明天會更好」，楓葉舞蹈團等的表演。
ACDC項目主持人Rob Chao (左起）介紹藝術家陳可意，由謝婉兒翻譯。（周菊子攝）
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ACDC「乞臣街台階」項目負責人Rob Chao和藝術家陳可意，在開幕式中做了項目背景，以及這第三屆作品內容的介紹。
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這木製彩色台階，還以2026馬年，2027羊年的生肖圖騰這文化因素，來強化這是華裔居住的地方。
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在綠茵苑（One Greenway）的「如家之所」展示草坪上，ACDC青年領袖計劃高中生，還用人行道設計了有如跳九宮格的互動遊戲，為這展期2年的公共藝術創作，增添更多活潑氣息。
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米其林指南是1900 年代，法國輪胎公司創辦人安德烈與愛德華·米其林（André & Édouard Michelin）為鼓動人們開車旅遊，出版的「小紅書」，後來內容聚焦飯店和餐飲，最後發展成為世界聞名，用幾顆星來評等，人們據以作為餐館優劣的指南。
米其林密探在不同時間，以假名多次造訪餐廳，付費用餐，嚴格依據「食材品質、烹調技巧、風味和諧、主廚個性展現及品質一致性」五大標準進行評估，以維持指南一個多世紀以來的神秘感與權威性。
2006 年米其林指南正式擴展至美國，首站落腳紐約市。2016年起，出於營運經費等考量，米其林改採和政府觀光旅遊部們合作的方式經營，如今在美國已進入紐約、洛杉磯、舊金山、邁阿密、奧斯汀等17 個城市、地區。
2025年，MeetBoston聽取麻州餐飲機構建議，斥資100萬元簽下3年合同，這才有了2025年11月在費城舉行的米其林美東區頒獎典禮。
麻州共有26家餐廳入選了米其林的3種不同等級評鑒。分別有1家1顆星，6家米其林推介(Bib Gourmand)，19家米其林入圍（Selected Restaurants)。
在這26家米其林餐廳中，居然有至少5家是華人經營的餐館，讓人華裔麻州居民倍感驕傲。
其中最值得稱道的，當然是2025年度麻州唯一的一顆米其林星，竟然是由華人陳偉發在南端（South End）經營的「311 Omakase」摘了下來。這家無菜單日式料理店，由陳偉發和合夥人於2023年開張的，只有10個座位，由主廚自行決定每日提供哪18道菜，食材幾乎100% 週週由日本東京豐洲市場空運直送。（605 Tremont St, Boston）
在麻州獲得米其林推薦（Bib Gourmand）6家餐廳中，竟有2家是由華人經營。
「素描湘（Sumiao Hunan Kitchen）」，位於劍橋市，原本在生物醫藥業工作的湖南人陳素描，為精進廚藝，曾進藍帶國際學院研習，再和人合夥創辦，了這家餐廳，以酸豆角炒肉末、農家小炒肉及植物肉湘菜獲選。（270 Third St., Cambridge）
PAGU，也位於劍橋市，創辦人台裔主廚張樂蓉（Tracy Chang）也曾遠赴巴黎，進藍帶國際學院，再到西班牙三星名店Mugaritz 研修，巧妙結合了台灣刈包、日式拉麵與西班牙小吃（ Tapas）風味。她的祖父曾參與經營龍鳳酒樓系列餐館。（Central Square, 310 Mass Ave. Cambridge）
在獲得米其林入圍（Selected Restaurants）榮譽的19家餐廳中，也有2家由華人經營。
Lenox Sophia位於南波士頓，由年幼時移民來美，在南端（South End）的Lenox接長大，曾任會計師的Shi Mei 創辦。出於對飲食的愛好，Shi Mei離開了會計師這行業，進入加州米其林三顆星名店The French Laundry進修。這餐廳提供自帶酒水（BYOB）模式的高水準現代法式「品嚐套餐（Tasting Menu）」。（170 W Broadway, South Boston）
知味餐廳（Zhi Wei Café）位於皮革區。東主是溯源公所前任主席鄺滿雄等人，主打地道中國西北蘭州風味，每日現場製作手拉麵，配上濃郁牛肉湯、大盤雞與羊肉串，以扎實風味與高性價比獲得密探賞識。（104 South St, Boston）
華裔在麻州700萬人口中，佔比不過2.7%左右，但在麻州獲得米其林平等的26家餐廳中，佔比居然高達5分之一，這亮眼表現讓所有華人與有榮焉。
ParkARTS Fall Watercolor Painting Workshops Return for 2026
Open to Boston residents ages 9 and up, the Watercolor Painting Workshops welcome artists of all skill levels to create their own green space-inspired masterpieces. Materials and instruction will be provided by a local instructor. Pre-registration is required. For more information, please visit boston.gov/watercolor-
All classes are held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., weather permitting. Dates and locations for the workshops are as follows:
Roslindale Wetlands
Hazelmere Road, Roslindale
Highland Park
22-98 Fort Ave, Roxbury
Copley Square Park
560 Boylston Street, Back Bay
Chandler Pond
95 Lake Shore Drive, Brighton
Scarboro Pond
Circuit Drive, Franklin Park
Boston Public Garden Lagoon
4 Charles Street, Downtown
For more information please visit boston.gov/watercolor-
CITY OF BOSTON ELECTION DEPARTMENT ISSUES REMINDERS AHEAD OF THE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, STATE PRIMARY
BOSTON - Friday, August 28, 2026 - The City of Boston Election Department is reminding voters that the State Primary is Tuesday, September 1, 2026. This election will determine the candidates on the ballot in the upcoming State Election on Tuesday, November 3.
There are a total of 438,367 registered voters. The Election Department has recruited and trained more than 1,872 poll workers across the 275 voting precincts in Boston. There are over 474 poll workers who will be able to provide assistance in languages that include Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean, Russian, and Portuguese.
Early Voting Totals
As of Thursday, August 27, a total of 4,558 voters had cast ballots at in-person early-voting locations across the City.
Voting On Election Day
Polling locations open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. A list of polling locations is available here. As a reminder, voters should check their registration status via the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s website. Printed ballots will be available in English and Spanish, as well as English and Chinese and English and Vietnamese where required. Language interpreters will also be available upon request. All voting locations are wheelchair accessible and are equipped with an AutoMark Voter Assist Terminal for voters with disabilities to assist with marking the ballot independently.
Polling Location Changes
No other polling locations for this election have changed.
Poll Pads Electronic Check-in
Poll Pads will be used to check-in voters at each polling location. The voting process for voters remains the same: voters will check in with a poll worker, receive a paper ballot, mark their vote, and cast it into the tabulator.
Ballot Return
The Election Department mailed out all 45,273 requested vote-by-mail and absentee ballots, and as of Thursday, August 27, 25,210 ballots have been returned to the City.
Voters who requested a ballot and have not yet returned it are encouraged to return their ballots using any of the 22 drop boxes or in person at the Election Department in City Hall to ensure their ballots are counted. Ballot packages must be received by the Election Department no later than 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Ballots cannot be returned to a polling location on Election Day.
Voters can track their ballot through the state's website here. If there is no movement indicated in the “Track My Ballot” system, voters should plan to vote in person on Election Day at their assigned precinct. Voters can check their polling location/status here.
Unofficial Results
After polls close at 8:00 p.m., the Election Department will receive and upload unofficial results of ballots counted at polling places as they are returned from each precinct. Poll workers need time to tally election results and transport materials from polling places to City Hall. Uploading of election results may not begin until 10:00 p.m. Click here for additional information on election results.
The initial results reported on the website on election night will include:
The unofficial results uploaded to www.boston.gov/election on election night will NOT include:
Initial results will display a citywide or districtwide total for each candidate. We expect to publish precinct-level unofficial results by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
Media Guidelines
Where To Stand
Members of the press must remain behind the guardrail. While many polling places are not equipped with a physical guardrail, the area within the “guardrail” encompasses the check-in table, the voting booths, and the ballot box. Only poll workers and voters should be within this area.
Interacting With Voters and Poll Workers
Members of the press, like all other observers in the polling place, may not interact with voters while they are in the polling place. Further, observers who have questions about where they should stand and what they are allowed to do while observing should ask to speak to the warden. The warden may provide members of the press with information regarding their rights as observers.
Photography
Photography of the voting process in the polling place is permitted, though marked ballots may not be photographed. Photographers are allowed inside the polling place to photograph the area from outside the guardrail. The warden may instruct the photographer not to take photos of any marked ballots.
Video and Audio Recording
As with photography of the polling place, video recording of the polling place is allowed. Audio recording of the polling place is not permitted under state law. Anyone recording in the polling place must have the ability to record without capturing audio and should be instructed to do so by the warden. Those who are using electronic equipment may not use the electricity in the polling place to power their equipment.
Exit Polling
Exit polling and interviews of voters are permitted outside, within 150 feet of a polling place, as long as it does not interfere with a person or voter on their way to an election. Only voters leaving the polling place may be stopped. Voter access to the polling place should not be impeded in any way.
MAYOR MICHELLE WU ANNOUNCES CITY’S PREPARATIONS FOR MOVE-IN PERIOD, WELCOMES COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY STUDENTS TO BOSTON
New residents can access services and resources through 311 and City’s free Trash Day app
BOSTON - Thursday, August 27, 2026 - Mayor Michelle Wu today announced the City's preparations and highlighted services as college and university students move in across Boston. Ahead of the annual September move-in period, the City of Boston is sharing information with residents, families and visitors on how to access key services and resources, including 311, mattress pick up, inspections, Bluebikes, parking changes, proper disposal of waste and furniture to prevent rodents, and unique student perks.
“Over the next few weeks, Boston will welcome students and professionals from around the world, bringing their ideas and dreams to our community,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “Move-In Day is one of Boston’s most active and exciting traditions, and we are working with colleges, universities, community partners, and City departments to provide resources for students moving in and out, helping make this transition as smooth as possible. Welcome to all those arriving, and thank you to those who have contributed to Boston during their time here.”
New and current residents are encouraged to connect with Boston 311, the City’s 24-hour Constituent Service Center, to report non-emergency issues and get information. Boston 311 is free and available every day of the year by calling 3-1-1 (or 617-635-4500 from outside the city), visiting boston.gov/311, or downloading the BOS:311 app. The app allows users to report issues, upload photos, and track cases in real time. During student move-in, it also features a dedicated section to make reporting trash, recycling and street concerns easier.
“As students return to Boston and settle into neighborhoods across the City, our teams are ready to welcome them and make this year’s move-in as smooth and successful as possible,” said Dion Irish, Chief of Operations for the City of Boston. “City departments are working together and on the ground to make sure students have the resources and support they need to live, learn, and thrive in Boston. We encourage students to take advantage of the many resources the City has to offer, and we ask students, landlords, and property owners to do their part by following City rules and regulations and helping keep our neighborhoods safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone.”
"As thousands of new residents come to Boston for the annual move-in period, our City team is focused on delivering services quickly and thoroughly while ensuring our streets and sidewalks remain safe, clean and accessible for everyone," said Mike Brohel, Superintendent of Basic City Services. "City Departments will be deployed throughout the weekend and through the week to support residents, ensure compliance, and address any issues promptly and effectively."
“The Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services is thrilled to welcome all new residents to Boston,” said Conor Newman, Deputy Director, Office of Neighborhood Services. “Our neighborhood liaisons will be out across the city engaging our new residents and connecting everyone with services and resources. We encourage all constituents to reach out to their neighborhood liaisons to help them navigate their transition.”
The City’s Inspectional Services, Transportation, Office of Neighborhood Services, Fire, Police, and Public Works departments are conducting housing inspections upon request, trash inspections, and distributing informational brochures in neighborhoods with large student populations.
“On behalf of the City of Boston, I’m pleased to welcome new and returning students to our neighborhoods,” said Tania Del Rio, Inspectional Services Commissioner. “As members of the community, we all share a responsibility to keep our homes and neighborhoods clean, sanitary, safe, and code compliant. We encourage students to learn about Boston’s housing and sanitation requirements, properly dispose of trash, maintain their living spaces, and be considerate of their neighbors. By working together and being good neighbors, we can help keep Boston a safe, healthy, and welcoming city for everyone.”
“Boston is home to 36 colleges and universities, and over 150,000 students. Keeping these kids safe is collectively all of our number one priority,” said Colin Kelly, Fire Marshall, Boston Fire Department. “For many students, this will be their first time away from home, and they likely haven't thought much about fire safety in their new homes.
Inspectional Services
The Inspectional Services Department (ISD) will deploy over 50 inspectors to conduct walkthroughs in heavily populated areas, including but not limited to: Allston, Brighton, Back Bay, Fenway, Mission Hill, and Beacon Hill. While canvassing these areas, inspectors will distribute informational flyers, offer on the spot inspections, and answer questions related to city services. The City advises students to notify their landlord immediately in the event of suspected rodent activity. Information pertaining to rodent control can be found here and questions regarding the housing code can be found here.
Students who are concerned about environmental hazards in their homes, such as mold, asbestos, or chemicals, should contact the Boston Public Health Commission's Environmental Health Office at environment@bphc.org or by calling 311. Free home inspections are available year-round for all Boston residents.
Transportation Services
The Boston Transportation Department will be implementing on-street parking restrictions in Allston, Fenway, Mission Hill, and Roxbury to help provide parking spaces for vehicles being used by new residents and students moving into those areas.
In order to reduce traffic and parking disruptions and support public safety during this busy period, the Inspectional Services Department (ISD) will temporarily suspend the issuance of all non-emergency after hours permits beginning Friday, August 28, through Tuesday, September 1, 2026, in the following areas:
Allston-Brighton
Fenway
Mission Hill
Designated areas of Roxbury
Regular after-hours permit issuance will resume on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
In addition to the neighborhood-specific restrictions, BTD has issued over 3,000 moving truck permits across the City in the month of August with over 2,500 issued for August 29 - September 1. The City encourages residents, students, and families to pay attention to posted signs. For more information on street restrictions, visit boston.gov/moving.
“As move-in weekend brings more vehicles and activity to neighborhoods across Boston, our parking enforcement team will be out to support safe and orderly traffic flow,” said John Romano, Director of Operations for the Boston Transportation Department. “We ask residents and visitors to be mindful of posted signs and temporary parking restrictions, and to plan ahead when navigating neighborhoods with increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic.”
The City also encourages residents and visitors to maintain an accessible path of travel on sidewalks and at intersections. Additionally, the City urges residents and visitors not to block accessible parking spaces designated for people with disabilities while moving in or out.
“This is always an exciting weekend in Boston,” said Boston Disability Commissioner Kristen McCosh. ”But it’s also a busy weekend, with so many new students moving in. We ask everyone to make sure that sidewalks and curb ramps are not blocked by furniture or other items. We also ask everyone to pay attention to HP-DV parking spaces in the neighborhoods, not just this weekend, but all the time. These parking spaces are reserved for people with disabilities. Only vehicles with a valid disability license plate or placard are allowed to park in these spaces.”
Resources
The City recognizes that people choose shared living arrangements for many reasons, including building community, sharing expenses, and supporting one another. As new residents settle into Boston neighborhoods, the City encourages roommates and housemates to establish clear expectations, communicate regularly and make shared spaces work for everyone. The City’s shared living resources offer guidance to help residents navigate day-to-day living with others.
Various discounts and resources are available for students in Boston throughout the year. Students enjoy all the city has to offer with discounted tickets to institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts or the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, as well as attend the Boston Ballet and Red Sox games. More information on other participating institutions can be found here.
Bluebikes is Boston’s public bike share system. With more than 600 stations and 5,000 bikes, it's a fast and convenient way to get around the Greater Boston area. Many of Boston's colleges and universities provide discounts on annual passes for students, faculty, and staff. Students are encouraged to check with their university's transportation office to see if they are eligible. More information is available at boston.gov/discounted-bluebikes. For more information on biking safely in Boston, visit boston.gov/boston-by-bike. For more information about street safety for pedestrians with disabilities, visit boston.gov/boston-brakes.
Trash and Mattress Disposal
The Public Works Code Enforcement Division will be issuing citations for the improper storage of household trash. Residents are asked to place their trash and recycling on the curb by 6:00 a.m. on their scheduled collection day, or set it out the night before after 5:00 p.m. The City also continues to take action against rodents and keep Boston neighborhoods clean and healthy through the Boston Rodent Action Plan (BRAP), a coordinated, multi-agency initiative to mitigate the rodent population and improve the quality of life for residents and visitors. Proper storage and disposal of waste is the most impactful way to deter rodents. We encourage all residents to report signs of rodent activity to 311 or rats@boston.gov for a response within 24 to 48 hours.
“Move-in is one of the busiest times of the year in Boston, and we’re excited to welcome new residents across the city,” said Dennis Roache, Superintendent of the Waste Reduction Division. “Our crews are prepared for the increased volume of trash, but we need everyone’s help to keep Boston clean. Know your collection day, place trash and recycling properly at the curb, keep sidewalks accessible, and schedule special item pick-ups before putting them out. Working together will help keep our neighborhoods clean, safe and welcoming.”
Due to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) ban, mattresses and box springs are no longer collected curbside as part of routine trash collection. Residents are required to make an appointment for a free curbside pick-up at: Boston.gov/mattress. The residential mattress program does not service buildings with seven units or more. Those residents should consult with their property manager to learn the proper protocol to recycle their mattress. Roughly 75 percent of all mattresses and box springs components can be disassembled and recycled. The recovered materials are used to manufacture a variety of new products including foam padding, fabric, steel springs and wooden frames.
Curbside Pickup
While household furniture can be left curbside on your scheduled pick-up day, we strongly encourage residents to donate the items to a charity or organization that can pass them along to others in need. Items such as televisions, air conditioners and refrigerators require a special pick-up. To schedule an appointment, contact 311. Residents are reminded not to block sidewalks with trash or household furniture set out for pick up. Items should be placed along the curb, leaving room for pedestrians, including people with disabilities or those pushing strollers, to get by. New residents are strongly encouraged to download the City’s free Trash Day app at: boston.gov/trash-day, available on Google Play or the IOS app store. Residents can view their collection schedules, set reminders, and search a directory of hundreds of household items to find out the right way to dispose of them.
As students settle into their new homes, they will have access to various resources, programs and partnerships that allow students and professionals to live, learn, and explore the city and engage in Boston’s extensive art and cultural services. For more information on resources and opportunities to explore Boston, please visit this link.
Students are encouraged to visit boston.gov/moving for more information regarding parking restrictions and permits, trash removal and restrictions, and rental requirements. For more information on discounts and resources for students in Boston, visit boston.gov/news/discounts-and-resources-students-boston.
BOSTON PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION ANNOUNCES FIRST CASE Of WEST NILE VIRUS DETECTED IN THE CITY THIS YEAR
Boston Public Health Commission encourages residents to take precautions as thea risk of West Nile Virus in the city remains high.
BOSTON – Thursday, August 27– Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) today announced that a Boston resident has tested positive for West Nile Virus. The impacted resident is a man in his 60s and is the first human case of West Nile Virus in Boston this year. It is the third case of West Nile Virus in a Massachusetts resident so far this year. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health currently considers the West Nile Virus risk level in Boston “high” based on ongoing evidence of mosquitoes carrying the virus in the city. Over the last two months positive West Nile Virus mosquito test samples were found in several Boston neighborhoods. West Nile Virus is carried by mosquitoes and can be spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito.
You can reduce your risk of contracting West Nile Virus by using the following strategies to avoid mosquito bites.
People age 50 and older and those who are immunocompromised should adjust outdoor activity to avoid peak mosquito hours (from dusk to dawn).
Empty out and clean bird baths, unused flowerpots, and other vessels containing standing water at least twice per week to prevent mosquitoes from breeding regularly.
Flip over unused kiddie pools and dispose of old tires, which are also known to collect rainwater that attracts mosquitoes for breeding.
Clean out gutters and remove any debris or blockages regularly.
Wear long sleeve clothing and high socks to keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
Use EPA-approved insect repellents like DEET, oil of lemon eucalyptus, picaridin, or IR3535.
Make sure screens in windows and doors fit properly and do not have any holes.
“West Nile Virus can result in very serious illness and may pose serious danger to older and more vulnerable members of our communities,” said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, Commissioner of Public Health for the City of Boston. “BPHC will continue to closely monitor this situation with our partners at the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. We encourage everyone to take precautions against mosquito borne illnesses, like using insect repellent, especially between dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active.”
Most people who are infected with West Nile Virus do not experience any signs or symptoms of illness. In some cases, however, people will experience a headache, fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, and body aches which can last for a few days or several weeks. In most cases, individuals with mild symptoms recover on their own without needing medical assistance.
People who are older than 50 years of age or immunocompromised are at higher risk of developing severe illness as a result of West Nile Virus infection and may experience high fever and neurologic symptoms, like severe headache, confusion, lack of coordination, and muscle paralysis or weakness. If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, contact a health care provider immediately. More information on WNV and other mosquito-borne illnesses is available on BPHC’s website.
