DANVERS SELECT BOARD MEMBER DAN BENNETT ENDORSES DAN KOH

 DANVERS SELECT BOARD MEMBER DAN BENNETT ENDORSES DAN KOH 

 

 

 

 

“One thing remains essential — we need a strong leader who will prioritize delivering real support for communities,” says Bennett.

 

 

Andover, MA – Today, Danvers Select Board Member Dan Bennett announced his endorsement of Dan Koh in the Massachusetts 6th Congressional District primary.

 

“I have served the town of Danvers for over three decades. I’ve watched as families, businesses, and schools across my town have grown and developed. One thing remains essential — we need a strong leader who will prioritize delivering real support for communities. I’m proud to endorse Dan Koh for Congress because he will create a brighter future for Massachusetts,” Bennett said.

 

As a former Select Board Member himself, Dan understands the commitment and passion necessary to run for office in your hometown and build brighter futures for your neighbors. He respects Bennett and his career spent improving the lives of Danvers families through his public service — both as an elected official and dedicated resident. 

 

“I’m incredibly grateful for this endorsement from Select Board Member Bennett,” Koh said. “Having the trust of so many local leaders from different cities and towns across our region means a great deal to us. It takes a diverse array of opinions and backgrounds to energize and strengthen a campaign. I’m excited to continue our fight for a better Sixth District with Dan supporting us.”

 

Koh’s campaign has gained critical momentum thanks to the support of over a dozen local community leaders, over ten union locals, and Vice President Kamala Harris, while raising a record-breaking $2M+ in its first fundraising quarter, a record for an MA House campaign.

Brandeis大學1/27起展出“女性的大屠殺圖文敘事”

Ｈelmar Lerski 平面設計師之手，Lea Grunding。

Helmar Lerski (1871–1956), Hände einer Graphikerin (Lea Grundig), 

Ca. 1944. Vintage print, 11 7/8 x 9 1/2 in., [Series: 'Menschliche 

Hände' | 'Human Hands'], Courtesy of Galerie Berinson, Berlin.

        （Boston Orange 編譯）布蘭岱斯大學（Brandeis）的哈達薩-布蘭岱斯研究所（Hadassah-Brandeis Institute, 簡稱HBI）將從國際大屠殺紀念日的1月27日起，直至4月30日，在Kniznick Gallery舉辦「誰將繪寫我們的歷史？女性的大屠殺圖文敘事，1944-1949（Who Will Draw Our History? Women’s Graphic Narratives of the Holocaust, 1944-1949）」藝術展。

展覽由藝術史學家Rachel E. Perry博士策劃，首次集中展示10名猶太女性倖存者脫離被羈押環境後僅數日，就在缺乏攝影器材情況下，透過手繪圖冊、插畫日記等作品，把「不可想像的事物具象化」，也記錄了那些曾於1944至1949年間，在馬伊達內克（Majdanek）、奧斯威辛-比克瑙（Auschwitz-Birkenau）、拉文斯布魯克（Ravensbrück）集中營及華沙猶太區外，藉由“雅利安證件（Aryan paper）”艱難生存，受納粹迫害女性的特殊遭遇。

六本大屠殺圖文合集。Noam Feiner攝

Collection of Six Graphic Holocaust Books — Zofia Rozenstrauch, 

Auschwitz Death Camp, Warsaw, 1945; Regina Lichter, 1939-1945, 

Florence, 1946; Lea Grundig, In the Valley of Slaughter, Tel Aviv, 

1944; Agnes Lukacs, Auschwitz Women's Camp, Budapest, 

1946; Luba Krugman Gurdus, They Didn't Live to See, New York, 1949.Arial

策展人Rachel E. Perry博士指出，這批長期被忽視的「記憶之書」不僅是關鍵的歷史證據，更揭示了倖存者如何透過藝術重建社群並「回歸生活」。在人類社會即將進入「後證言時代」（age after testimony），親歷事件者相繼離世的轉折點，這展覽的歷史價值也愈發顯著。

近年來全美及麻州地區的反猶太主義事件呈上升趨勢，波士頓作為美國重要的猶太文化與學術重鎮，面臨著愈發嚴峻的仇恨言論挑戰。布蘭岱斯大學校長反猶太主義倡議（Brandeis President’s Initiative on Antisemitism）亦作為聯合贊助方參與其中，旨在透過學術研究與藝術介入，對抗當代的歧視現象。

這展覽獲得德國駐波士頓領事館、以色列駐波士頓領事館及Gladys Krieble Delmas基金會等多方支持，訂1月27日下午5:00至7:30舉辦展覽開幕酒會。

Kniznick Gallery（515 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453）的開放時間為週一至週四上午10點至下午4點，週五及週日中午至下午4點。HBI作為全球領先的研究中心，持續推動關於猶太人與性別議題的深度對話，本次展覽正是其使命的具體體現。

Healey-Driscoll Administration Honors 63 Schools of Recognition

 Healey-Driscoll Administration Honors 63 Schools of Recognition

BOSTON – Today, Massachusetts education officials honored 63 Schools of Recognition during a ceremony at the State House.

The schools that were recognized included 55 Schools of Recognition identified through the state accountability system for demonstrating high achievement, significant improvement, and/or high growth; 6 National Blue Ribbon School nominees that DESE nominated for the prestigious national award before the U.S. Education Department discontinued the program in August; and 2 National Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Distinguished Schools that DESE nominated through the National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators for their positive educational advances and academic achievement. 

“It’s important to recognize the good work happening in Massachusetts schools,” Governor Maura Healey said. “I hope the teachers, staff and school community for each School of Recognition will take pride in this honor.”

“The schools recognized today are fulfilling important roles in their communities,” Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll said. “Successful schools build a sense of belonging for students, families and staff and make it possible for students to do their best.”

“I’m so proud and grateful for the hard work, passion, and dedication coming from these schools that are being recognized today,” said Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler. “They reflect what’s possible when our educators, students, families, and communities work together with high expectations and a shared commitment to success.”

“It’s a pleasure to celebrate these 63 schools and recognize the work of the teachers, students and families within them,” said Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Pedro Martinez. “These schools are preparing students for lifelong learning.”

The Schools of Recognition are:

National Blue Ribbon School Nominees

· Community Charter School of Cambridge

· Greenlodge Elementary School (Dedham)

· Jefferson Elementary School (Franklin)

· Joseph Estabrook School (Lexington)

· Littleton Middle School 

· Hoover Elementary School (Melrose)

2025 ESEA Distinguished Schools

· Webster School (Everett)

· Lanesborough Elementary School (Mount Greylock Regional School District)

2025 Schools of Recognition

· Benjamin J. Phelps (Agawam)

· Dallin Elementary School (Arlington)

· Henry Grew Elementary School (Boston)

· Philbrick Elementary School (Boston)

· Patrick J. Kennedy Elementary School (Boston)

· New Mission High School (Boston)

· Boston Latin Academy

· Boston Latin School

· Brooke Mattapan (in Boston)

· Nessacus Regional Middle School (Central Berkshire Regional School District)

· Edgar Hooks Elementary School (Chelsea)

· Clinton Elementary School

· Conway Grammar School  

· Excel Academy East Boston

· Leroy L. Wood Elementary School (Fairhaven)

· East Falmouth Elementary School (Falmouth)

· Charles G. Taylor Elementary School (Foxborough)

· King Elementary School (Framingham)

· Cutler School (Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District)

· Hildreth Elementary School (Harvard)

· Joseph L. Mulready Elementary School (Hudson)

· Ipswich High School  

· Leverett Elementary School  

· Fiske Elementary School (Lexington)

· Littleton High School

· Moody Elementary School (Lowell)

· Washington Elementary School (Lowell)

· Stoklosa Middle School (Lowell)

· Manchester Essex Regional High School   

· Marblehead Community Charter Public School (in Marblehead) 

· High Rock School (Needham)

· Burr Elementary School (Newton)

· Ward Elementary School (Newton)

· Williams Elementary School (Newton)

· Fannie E. Proctor Elementary School (Northborough)

· Palmer High School  

· John E. Burke Elementary School (Peabody)

· Pioneer Charter School of Science I (in Everett)

· Pioneer Charter School of Science II (in Saugus)

· Egremont Elementary School (Pittsfield)

· Beechwood Knoll Elementary School (Quincy)

· South West Middle School (Quincy)

· Rising Tide Charter Public School (in Plymouth)

· Salem Academy Charter School (in Salem) 

· Oak Middle School (Shrewsbury)

· North Elementary School (Somerset)

· Frederick Harris Elementary School (Springfield)

· Warner School (Springfield)

· John W. Wynn Middle School (Tewksbury)

· Davis Hill Elementary School (Wachusett Regional School District)

· Plympton Elementary School (Waltham)

· Memorial Elementary School (West Springfield)

· Downey School (Westwood)

· Whately Elementary School 

Ambrose Elementary School (Winchester)

波士頓市經濟機會與包容局長Segun Idowu將於2月底卸任

波士頓市經濟機會與包容局長Segun Idowu。（檔案照片）

           （Boston Orange綜合編譯）波士頓市經濟機會與包容局長尹道烏（Segun Idowu）週一（19）日宣佈，將於2月27日卸任，以便照顧高齡98歲的祖母。

            現年37歲的尹道烏表示，他是家族中唯一留在波士頓照顧祖母的人，近來感到力不從心，難以兼顧公職與照顧責任，因而辭職。

            在吳弭（Michelle Wu）市長的內閣中，尹道烏被人認為是極具影響力的核心人物之一，過去4年來，為人樂道的政績包括在他任內，發放給少數族裔企業的合約總額翻倍，共約發放了3500萬元給1500家小企業，其中70%為有色人種經營的企業：推動SPACE補助計劃，減少了空置店面，還成功爭取到擴大發放酒牌，振興了地方上的夜生活：成功吸引了樂高集團（Lego Group）、孩之寶（Hasbro） 及 禮來製藥（Eli Lilly） 等大型企業進駐或擴張。

            由於尹道烏出身於洛士百利（Roxbury）牧師家庭，曾任麻州黑人經濟委員會（BECMA）執行長，他也是吳弭市長和波士頓黑人社群及商界之間的重要橋樑。

            然而去年5月15日，有男女朋友關係的2名波士頓市府員工發生爭執，警察介入後，牽扯出尹道烏曾涉嫌不當挑逗情節，涉案的Marwa Khudaynazar和黃姓市府員工雙雙被市府解僱，引發不小風波。

            雖然波士頓市府調查後表示，尹道烏並未失職，但Marwa Khudaynazar已於去年9月22日正式向美國聯邦地區法院提起民事訴訟（案號：1:2025cv12696），控告波士頓市政府、市長吳弭及相關官員。

波士頓市公共衛生委員會訂1/21協助民眾申辦Health Connector醫保

（Boston Orange編譯）波士頓公共衛生委員會（BPHC）旗下的「市長健康專線（Mayor’s Health Line）」將於明日（1月21日，週三）的早上10點至下午2點，在市政府大樓115室，協助民眾趕在1月23日截止日前，申辦「麻州健康連接者（Massachusetts Health Connector）」提供的醫療保險。

波士頓市政府呼籲市府呼籲尚未投保，或需更新計畫的居民把握最後機會，無需預約的親至現場辦理登記。若無法親自到場，也可在週一至週五上午 9:00 至下午 5:00 撥打市長健康專線 617-534-5050。活動現場和專線電話都有多種語言翻譯服務。

麻州政府為協助受到聯邦政府政策改變影響，可能失去醫療保險，或保費高漲的人民，日前宣佈撥款2.5億美元，提供補助，凡是年收入不超過 $62,600 的個人 或年收入不超過 $128,600 的四口之家，皆有資格申請補貼。

波士頓市公共衛生局長 Bisola Ojikutu 博士 表示：「醫療保險是確保居民獲得基礎醫療、急診及慢性病治療的最有力工具。在波士頓這樣資源豐富的城市，不應有居民缺乏保險。這筆新資金能確保更多家庭在 1 月 23 日前獲得負擔得起的保障」。

波士頓公共衛生委員會估計，大約有 30 萬波士頓居民透過私人保險獲得保險，包括雇主提供的保險、私人保險以及透過健康連接器獲得的補貼計劃。

「麻州健康連接者」是個以州為基礎，讓人們及小企業在選購可負擔醫療及牙齒保險上更容易些的醫療保險市場。人們可以比較保險計劃，使用補助來降低保費，檢視是否符合諸如麻州醫療（MassHealth），以及醫療安全網（Health Safety Net）等州政府計劃資格，管理現有的醫療保險。

BOSTON PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION HOSTS WALK-IN EVENT TO ASSIST RESIDENTS APPLYING FOR HEALTH CONNECTOR INSURANCE IN LIGHT OF NEW STATE SUBSIDIES 

Mayor’s Health Line staff will be at City Hall Wednesday, January 21 from 10am-2pm 

BOSTON – Tuesday, January 20, 2026, The Boston Public Health Commission’s Mayor’s Health Line (MHL) is hosting a health insurance enrollment event at City Hall on Wednesday, January 21, from 10:00am-2:00pm in room 115 to assist Boston residents apply for coverage through Health Connector. Thanks to $250 million in State subsidies announced earlier this month, more residents can now afford health care coverage. Those eligible for subsidized coverage include individuals earning up to $62,600 and a family of four earning up to $128,600. The deadline to sign up for Massachusetts Health Connector insurance is on January 23. At the City Hall event, no appointment is necessary, and free services will be available in English, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole, Spanish, and Portuguese. Residents who cannot make it in-person can call the Mayor’s Health Line at 617-534-5050. MHL is open Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm. Assistance is available in all languages through multilingual staff and a language line service. 

“Health insurance is the most powerful tool that we have to ensure access to primary care, emergency care, and treatment for chronic diseases,” said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, Commissioner of Public Health for the City of Boston. “We want to ensure residents know that there are new resources available to help secure affordable coverage. In a resource-rich city like Boston, no resident should go without health insurance. This new funding means more individuals and families can now secure coverage before January 23.” 

Federal policy changes have resulted in premium increases across many plans. Premium increases result in financial strain, stress, and reduced coverage for low income and working families in Boston. But earlier this month, the State announced an additional $250 million in premium subsidies to support Massachusetts residents who are unable to afford coverage due to increased costs. Those still without insurance can obtain coverage before the Open Enrollment period ends on January 23.   

The Boston Public Health Commission estimates that approximately 300,000 Boston residents are insured through private insurance, including employer-sponsored, private and subsidized plans through the Health Connector. Since​Open Enrollment began on November 1, 2025​, Boston Public Health Commission staff have been actively assisting residents with navigating the Massachusetts Health Connector system and obtaining the right health insurance coverage. 

In addition to the Mayor’s Health Line, assistance has been available for patients at their local community health centers, hospitals, community-based organizations, and walk-in Enrollment Centers. People can locate a nearby enrollment location on the Health Connector’s website.   

The Massachusetts Health Connector is a state-based health insurance Marketplace that makes shopping for affordable health and dental coverage easier for individuals, families, and small businesses. People can compare and purchase plans, apply for subsidies to lower premiums, review eligibility for State programs like MassHealth (Medicaid) and the Health Safety Net, and manage existing coverage. Individuals and families can secure coverage during the Open Enrollment period or within 60 days of a qualifying life event, such as losing job-based coverage or the birth of a child.