星期四, 3月 12, 2026

波士頓市第二屆年度鴨子船挑戰賽訂4/11舉行

 （Boston Orange編譯）波士頓公園與娛樂部（Boston Parks & Recreation Department）將於4 月 11 日（週六），上午 11:00 至下午 3:00，在波士頓公園 (Boston Common)舉辦第二屆年度鴨子船挑戰賽（Second Annual Duck Boat Challenge）。

這是個由 10 人組成的小組競賽，挑戰在規定時間內拖動一輛重達 21,000 磅的波士頓鴨子船 (Boston Duck Tours)，為波士頓的免費青少年體育與健身計畫籌措資金。

凡是年滿16 歲及以上人士，均可報名參加，報名可上網boston.gov/duck-boat-challenge，截止日期為2026年 3 月 26 日。

 

Boston Parks & Recreation to host Second Annual Duck Boat Challenge on Boston Common 

BOSTON – March 12, 2026 – The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is thrilled to announce the second annual Duck Boat Challenge, set to take place on Saturday, April 11 at 11:00 a.m. on the Boston Common. This one-of-a-kind event, hosted in partnership with Boston Duck Tours, will challenge teams of 10 to race against the clock as they pull a 21,000-pound duck boat across a designated course on Boston Common—all in support of Boston’s free youth sports and fitness programs.

“The Duck Boat Challenge is a unique Boston way to bring our community together in support of young people,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “We’re excited to bring it back for a second year and celebrate the teamwork and energy that make our city special. Thank you to our wonderful Parks and Recreation team and partners for continuing to create fun, family-friendly opportunities for residents.”

Teams of 10 participants ages 16 and up will compete to pull one of Boston’s iconic duck boats across the finish line in the fastest time. The event highlights the grit and team work of participants while showcasing the important role parks play as spaces for recreation, connection, and community pride. Boston Parks and Recreation’s free youth sports programs, including leagues, tournaments, and fitness initiatives, serve more than 20,000 young people annually, helping to foster healthy lifestyles and create positive opportunities for Boston’s youth.

“We’re thrilled to bring back the Duck Boat Challenge for a second year,” said Interim Boston Parks and Recreation Commissioner Cathy Baker-Eclipse. “It’s an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators and a great example of how our parks can host creative events that engage our community. This event also helps sustain the youth sports and recreation programming that takes place in our parks year-round, creating opportunities for Bostonians of all ages to stay healthy, active, and connected.” 

Award-winning WCVB Channel 5 sports reporter and producer Alexis Beckett will return to emcee the Challenge, bringing her enthusiasm to the day’s festivities. Residents are encouraged to form a team or join us on April 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  to cheer on competitors and enjoy the excitement on Boston Common.

To register your team, select a Team Captain and visit boston.gov/duck-boat-challenge. The registration deadline is March 26, 2026 and teams are encouraged to sign up early to guarantee their spot. 

Businesses and organizations can also get involved by sponsoring the event. For more information or sponsorship inquiries, please contact Tiffany Clark at Tiffany.Clark@boston.gov or (617) 233-2305.



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波士頓耆英局訂3/23-27舉辦省錢諮詢會

     （Boston Orange編譯）波士頓市耆英服務局（Age Strong Commission）將於3月23日（週一）至3月27日（週五）上午10點至下午3點，在波士頓市政廳舉辦本季最後一場省錢諮詢會。 

    55歲及以上的波士頓居民可能有資格申請一些項目，以幫助他們降低日常開支，例如燃油補貼、房屋維修、水費/污水處理費折扣、房產稅減免、SNAP（補充營養援助計劃）、老年人稅收抵免等。 

    耆英局的志工將在現場幫助波士頓的老年人了解他們可能符合哪些省錢計畫的資格。

    如需預約現場諮詢，請致電耆英局：617-635-4366，或造訪bit.ly/senior-cost-saving-clinics以了解更多資訊。


Age Strong will be hosting its final Cost Savings Clinics of the season at Boston City Hall from Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27, 10am to 3pm. Boston residents age 55+ may be eligible for programs that help lower everyday expenses like fuel assistance, home repair, water/sewer discounts, property tax relief, SNAP, Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Credit & more. Age Strong advocates will be on site to help Boston's older adults find out what programs they may qualify for to help them save money.

 

To make an in-person appointment, call Age Strong at 617-635-4366 or visit bit.ly/senior-cost-saving-clinics for more information. 



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星期三, 3月 11, 2026

Governor Healey, 18 Other Governors Urge Congress to Block President Trump’s Illegal, Costly Tariffs

Governor Healey, 18 Other Governors Urge Congress to Block President Trump’s Illegal, Costly Tariffs 
BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey joined Colorado Governor Jared Polis, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Maine Governor Janet Mills, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, New York Governor Kathy Hochul, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, Rhode Island Governor Dan Mckee, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson and Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers in a letter to Congressional leadership urging them to reject any efforts to codify President Trump's costly and illegal tariffs. The Governors are instead calling on Congress to act to rein in the President’s power to single-handedly enact tariffs, which are increasing costs for farmers, manufacturers, small business owners and families across the country. 
The Governors write, in part:  
“Since the imposition of broad tariffs under the claimed authority of [the International Emergency Economic Powers Act], our states have seen the consequences ripple through every sector of our economy. Families and consumers are paying dramatically more for everyday goods, with independent economic analyses estimating that these tariffs have cost the average American family hundreds to over a thousand dollars per year in higher prices. Those dollars represent real sacrifices, such as fewer groceries, deferred medical care, and reduced savings. By late 2025, two-thirds of Americans had expressed concern about the impact of these tariffs on their finances.” 
Yesterday, Governor Healey sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Bessent demanding a $1,745 refund to every Massachusetts household for the financial harm caused by President Trump’s illegal tariffs. Even after the Supreme Court deemed them illegal, the President doubled down and proposed a new 10 percent tariff on global imports. 
Since the tariffs were announced, Governor Healey has spoken out against them. In an effort to curb the impact in Massachusetts, her administration launched the Massachusetts Tariff Response and Business Operations Support Initiative to align state resources to aid Massachusetts businesses, convened Massachusetts business leaders to discuss how tariffs were impacting them, and invited six Northeastern Governors and six Canadian Premiers to the State House to discuss regional collaboration.  
The full letter can be read here. 
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Governor Healey Nominates Judges to Serve on Juvenile Court and Boston Municipal Court

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:    

March 11, 2026 
  
CONTACT:   
Jacqueline Manning, jacqui.manning@mass.gov, 617-823-8307 
 
 
Governor Healey Nominates Judges to Serve on Juvenile Court and Boston Municipal Court 
 
BOSTON – Today, Governor Maura Healey nominated Michelle Licciardi to serve as an Associate Justice of the Boston Municipal Court and Kristin Michaud to serve as an Associate Justice of the Juvenile Court. Both nominees will now be considered by the Governor’s Council for confirmation. 
  
“I am proud to nominate Michelle and Kristin to serve as Associate Justices. With decades of legal experience, they bring the knowledge, judgment and steady temperament that our judicial system depends on," said Governor Maura Healey. "I am confident they will approach the bench with integrity and care, and that they will work every day to ensure that justice is administered thoughtfully and fairly for everyone who comes before them." 
  
“I am excited to work with the Governor’s Council to advance these nominees and help ensure that our residents continue to have thoughtful, fair, and highly qualified judges serving on our courts,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. 
The mission of the Juvenile Court is to protect children from abuse and neglect, to promote opportunities for children to reside in safe, stable, permanent family environments, to strengthen families, to rehabilitate juveniles, and to protect the public from delinquent and criminal behavior. The Juvenile Court Department has jurisdiction over civil and criminal matters including delinquencies, youthful offender cases, care and protection matters and children requiring assistance cases. It has 42 judges, including the Chief Justice, sitting in over 40 courthouses. For more information about the Juvenile Court, visit its homepage. Governor Healey has previously nominated 13 judges to the Juvenile Court: Jamie Bennett, Jennifer Currie, Andrew Don, Tiffanie Ellis-Niles, Mary Gallant-Cote, Nibal Raheb, Andrew Hoffman, Audrey Murillo, Jeannie Rhinehart, Benjamin Mann, LaKeshia Parker Small, Fabiola White and Karin Wilinski.  
The Boston Municipal Court Department serves the City of Boston and the Town of Winthrop, handling both criminal and civil matters while maintaining a commitment to the rule of law, and protecting human dignity through respect, compassion, correction, and the fair resolution of cases. The Boston Municipal Court Department has 30 judges in 8 court divisions. For more information about the Boston Municipal Court, visit its homepage. Governor Healey has previously nominated six judges to the Boston Municipal Court: Rebeca G. Figueroa, Vanessa Vélez, Steven S. Kim, Connor Barusch, Nicholas Brandt, and Dana Pierce. 
About the Nominees: 
Michelle Licciardi is an experienced trial lawyer who has practiced law in the Commonwealth for over 27 years. For the past 22 years she has run a solo practice focused on criminal defense and a wide array of civil litigation matters. Since 2004, she has also served as a Bar Advocate representing indigent clients in criminal matters in the Juvenile, District, Boston Municipal, Superior, and Appeals Courts. From 2001-2003, she served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, where she represented the Commonwealth at all stages of criminal prosecution in the District Court. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Suffolk University and a Juris Doctor from Suffolk University Law School. 
Kristin Michaud has served as an Assistant Clerk Magistrate at the Somerville District Court since July 2021. In this role she conducts probable cause hearings, reviews and issues arrest and search warrants, and presides over small claims, civil motor vehicle infractions, and municipal ordinance matters. She also serves as Chair of the Somerville District Court Education Committee. From 2009-2021, Attorney Michaud was a private attorney and mentor on the Children and Family Law Panel, representing children and parents in care and protection, children requiring assistance, and guardianship proceedings in the Juvenile and Probate and Family Courts, and serving as a Guardian ad Litem in Juvenile Court proceedings. From 2006-2009, Attorney Michaud served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Middlesex County District Attorney's Office where she prosecuted a wide range of cases in the District and Juvenile Courts. Prior to earning her law degree, she served for four years as a Victim Witness Advocate at the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, where she assisted victims and witnesses in navigating the complexities of the court system. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Fairfield University and Juris Doctor from Northeastern University School of Law. 
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Celebrates Civic Learning Week, Highlights MA250 “Bold Stories, Bright Legacies” Student Initiative

Healey-Driscoll Administration Celebrates Civic Learning Week, Highlights MA250 “Bold Stories, Bright Legacies” Student Initiative

K-12 students invited to submit creative projects highlighting Massachusetts revolutionaries; 

top submissions to be displayed at the State House

 

BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey has declared March 9-13, 2026, as Civic Learning Week in Massachusetts, reaffirming the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s commitment to high-quality civics education and student engagement.  

 

As part of Civic Learning Week, the administration is also highlighting the “Massachusetts Revolutionaries: Bold Stories, Bright Legacies” project, a MA250 a statewide student engagement opportunity connected to Massachusetts’ commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary.  

 

“Massachusetts has always played a central role in the story of our democracy,” said Governor Healey. “Civic Learning Week is about ensuring every student has access to a high-quality education that prepares them to think critically, get involved in their communities, and make their voices heard.” 

 

“Strong civic education helps students understand not just how government works, but how they can contribute to their communities,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “As we approach America’s 250th anniversary, initiatives like MA250’s ‘Bold Stories, Bright Legacies’ invite students to connect our revolutionary history with the responsibilities of citizenship today.” 

 

Through the Massachusetts Revolutionaries: Bold Stories, Bright Legacies initiative, K–12 public school students across Massachusetts are invited to submit creative projects that tell the story of the most important revolutionary in Massachusetts history. Students are encouraged to conduct research and use their talents — from essays and poetry to artwork, video or multimedia presentations — to bring their chosen revolutionary’s story to life. Selected top submissions will be displayed at the State House. 

 

“Students across Massachusetts are taking part in hands-on civic learning experiences that challenge them to research, collaborate and propose solutions to real-world issues,” said Acting Education Secretary Amy Kershaw. “Through Civic Learning Week and the MA250 initiative, we are empowering young people to see themselves as active participants in shaping the Commonwealth’s future.” 

 

“In Massachusetts, we want students to be prepared for college, careers and civic life,” said Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Pedro Martinez. “DESE supports Massachusetts Civics Projects Showcases and Student Government Day to teach civic engagement and discourse, and I'm glad to see MA250 call attention to the importance of civic learning." 

 

In developing their projects, students are encouraged to consider questions such as:  

·       How do you define ‘revolutionary’? How does your featured revolutionary meet that definition? 

·       What are the different ways to revolutionize a society? What does a revolution look like in technology, politics and government, society, and beyond? 

·       Who are the revolutionaries whose stories haven’t been as widely told? If your revolutionary is widely known, what made them so famous? Are there any “new” parts of their story that you can tell? 

·       How does knowing about your chosen revolutionary help us understand who we are as Massachusetts today, and where we should go in the future? 

 

"Ever since 2018 and the introduction of new state standards in Social Studies, Massachusetts has been a national leader in civic education,” said Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Democratic Knowledge Project Director Danielle Allen. “It's terrific to see the Healey-Driscoll administration elevating that leadership and tapping into the remarkable talents of our students to energize our storytelling about democracy."
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Governor Healey Highlights Recent Wave of Business Expansions Bringing Thousands of Jobs to Massachusetts

Governor Healey Highlights Recent Wave of Business Expansions Bringing Thousands of Jobs to Massachusetts 
Recent company expansions and relocations reinforce Massachusetts’ leadership in innovation and economic growth 
 
BOSTON - During her address to the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Forum on Wednesday, Governor Maura Healey will highlight a wave of recent business expansions and investments across Massachusetts that are bringing with them thousands of jobs and strengthening the state’s leadership in innovation, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and life sciences. 
Recent announcements from global firms and homegrown companies across multiple industries show continued momentum in Massachusetts’ innovation economy, with businesses choosing to expand and invest in the state’s talent, research institutions and collaborative business environment. 
“Massachusetts is where companies come to build the future,” said Governor Maura Healey. “We have the best talent in the world, unmatched research institutions and an innovation ecosystem that helps businesses grow and compete. Companies are choosing Massachusetts because they know this is the place to innovate, create jobs and lead the next generation of industries. But we know that residents and businesses alike are facing headwinds driven by high costs and President Trump’s policies, and that’s why we’re continuing to work every day to make Massachusetts more affordable and competitive.” 
“These announcements show that companies across industries continue to choose Massachusetts as the place to innovate, grow and create jobs,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “We’re proud to partner with businesses, universities and workers across our state to support economic growth and ensure Massachusetts remains a global leader in innovation – and we’re going to keep doing everything we can to maintain this positioning.” 
“These announcements show the breadth of Massachusetts’ economy, from innovative technology and life science companies to businesses that serve our communities every day,” said Economic Development Secretary Eric Paley. “Companies from across the globe are investing here because of our world-class talent, our strong business environment, and the partnerships that help businesses grow. We’re focused on making sure companies of all sizes can continue to expand and create jobs across the state.”  
Governor Healey will highlight this momentum during her remarks to the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, where she will discuss the state’s economic competitiveness, investments in innovation and workforce development, and efforts to lower costs for residents and businesses.   
While recognizing that the state faces headwinds, including high costs, Governor Healey will also highlight the many competitive strengths that Massachusetts has, starting with its world-class talent. Last year, Massachusetts students ranked number one among states on the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) — often called the Nation’s Report Card – and just recently, College Board announced that Massachusetts students earned the highest scores on Advanced Placement (AP) exams last year and broke the all-time record for the highest percentage of graduates who scored 3 or higher on an AP exam. 
Data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis also shows that Massachusetts led the nation in real Gross Domestic Product (GD) growth on a percentage basis through the first three quarters of 2025, which is the most recent data available. 
Several recent announcements represent significant new job growth in Massachusetts. Major global companies are also making substantial investments in advanced manufacturing and research in Massachusetts: 
  • P&G Gillette recently announced plans to establish its Grooming Headquarters and Technical Innovation Center in South Boston, representing a $1 billion investment. The facility will support 750 permanent jobs, while construction of the new campus is expected to generate hundreds of additional jobs for members of the building trades. 
  • GE Aerospace announced a $42 million investment in its Lynn facility to upgrade sites producing defense engines and components, strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base. 
  • Global veterinary specialty care company Dechra will relocate its global headquarters from the United Kingdom to Boston. 
  • Boston-based wearable technology company Whoop announced plans to add more than 600 new jobs, primarily in Boston, as it continues to expand its operations and workforce. 
  • Massachusetts-based grocery chain Big Y announced plans to open six new stores across the state, representing a $50 million capital investment and creating approximately 750 full and part-time jobs. 
The state continues to see strong growth in advanced manufacturing and life sciences as well: 
Massachusetts is also continuing to attract investment from companies developing the next generation of artificial intelligence technologies. Anthropic, Lovable and xAI have recently established a presence in Massachusetts and begun hiring locally, further strengthening the region’s growing AI ecosystem. 
Massachusetts companies are also receiving global recognition for their innovation. A record number of Boston-area firms were recently named to the LexisNexis Top 100 Global Innovators list, including Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Moderna, Flagship Pioneering, Orna Therapeutics and SharkNinja. 
Together, these recent announcements represent thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in private investment, reinforcing Massachusetts’ position as a global hub for innovation, advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies. Massachusetts continues to attract companies from around the country and the world that are looking to grow, innovate and access the state’s highly skilled workforce.  
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Ché Anderson Named Chair of Mass Cultural Council by Governor Healey

Ché Anderson Named Chair of Mass Cultural Council by Governor Healey

Worcester leader will guide the state arts agency's governing Council and oversee search for next Executive Director

BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey has designated Worcester resident Ché Anderson as Chair of Mass Cultural Council, the Commonwealth’s independent state arts agency. In this role, Anderson will lead the Agency’s governing Council and help guide the organization as it strives to bolster the Massachusetts cultural sector.
 
“I’m grateful to the Governor and Lieutenant Governor for the opportunity to serve,” said Chair Anderson. “The Commonwealth’s cultural assets, from the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston and Old Sturbridge Village to Elevated Thought and MASS MoCA, are among the strongest in the nation. I look forward to helping amplify our core belief that culture is essential to the health and vitality of Massachusetts, and to advancing transformational change across our creative ecosystem that strengthens the livability of every Commonwealth community.”

Anderson has served with distinction on the Council as both the Worcester County representative for more than four years, as well as co-chair of the Advancement Committee over the last eighteen months. First appointed by former Governor Charlie Baker on May 17, 2021, he was reappointed to a second term by Healey on February 29, 2024.

"Arts and culture are central to what makes Massachusetts such a vibrant place to live, work and visit,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Ché Anderson understands the power of culture to bring people together and strengthen communities. I’m excited to see him lead Mass Cultural Council as it continues supporting artists and cultural organizations across Massachusetts."
 
Mass Cultural Council, the Commonwealth’s independent state arts agency, is governed by a 19-member board of citizens known as the governing Council.
 
As directed by state law, governing Council members are appointed by the Governor to staggered three-year terms. They are private citizens who demonstrate scholarship or creativity in the arts, humanities, interpretive sciences, or local arts, and who represent communities across every county in Massachusetts. The Governor also appoints a Council Chair and Vice Chair, who serve at the Governor’s pleasure.

The Chair serves as Mass Cultural Council’s Chief Executive Officer, with the responsibility of appointing the Executive Director, subject to the approval of the full Council. The Executive Director, in turn, leads the day-to-day operations of the Agency with support from the Senior Leadership staff team. While these roles provide essential leadership, the structure ensures that Mass Cultural Council’s mission, programs, and services continue without interruption, even as individuals rotate on and off the Council or new staff is hired.

As Chair, Anderson will work closely with Council Vice Chair Jo-Ann Davis and Acting Executive Director David T. Slatery. Together, their first responsibility will be conducting a successful search for the Agency’s next Executive Director.

"It was an honor and pleasure for me to have the opportunity to work so closely with our former Chair, Marc Carroll, and I look forward to forging a positive partnership with Ché," said Council Vice-Chair Jo-Ann Davis. "As we move through this transition, his perspective, commitment, and collaborative spirit will be invaluable as the Council continues to support the cultural sector and we begin the search for the Agency's next Executive Director."
    
“Ché Anderson has been an engaged and thoughtful member of the Council, and I’m pleased to welcome him into this leadership role,” said Acting Executive Director David T. Slatery. “Mass Cultural Council’s work is rooted in the idea that creativity strengthens communities and our economy alike. I look forward to partnering with Chair Anderson and Vice Chair Davis as we continue delivering the essential services and critical public investments of the Agency.”
 
Anderson succeeds Marc Carroll, whose exemplary leadership and service guided the Council as Vice Chair, Acting Chair and Chair for seven years.
 
About Chair Ché Anderson:
Ché Anderson is the Assistant Vice Chancellor for City and Community Relations at the University of Massachusetts Medical School where he serves as a human bridge between the institution and external stakeholders. In his former role as Deputy Cultural Development Officer for the City of Worcester, he focused on public art, special events, and cultural equity. An avid lover of street art, Ché has led efforts to increase Worcester’s public art, most notably serving as co-founding Director of POW! WOW! Worcester, an annual placemaking festival that brings internationally acclaimed muralists, illustrators, and installation artists to Central Massachusetts to activate vacant and underused spaces, promote diversity, and stimulate dialogue in the City of Worcester. His recent endeavors include serving on the boards of the Greater Worcester Community Foundation, United Way of Central Massachusetts, and the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce.

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