波士頓市 4個月100元的傳統市場消費補助券 即日起開放申請

（Boston Orange編譯）波士頓市政府宣佈，「2026年傳統市場消費券計畫」即日起開放申請，凡年滿18歲、有經濟需求的波士頓居民，在6月28日前皆可登記，中籤者可獲得100美元消費券，預計將對當地低收入家庭與在地農業帶來重大助益。

該計畫旨在擴大糧食援助並扶植麻州在地務農者。獲選居民將在7月一次性收到面額100美元的折價券，可在7月至10月之間，到18個參與計畫的波士頓傳統市場購買蔬果、肉品、海鮮、乳製品及麵包等新鮮食材，每月折抵額25美元。

波士頓市長糧食正義辦公室主任瓦瑟曼（Aliza Wasserman）指出，許多波士頓家庭面對無力負擔健康食物的困境，這計畫透過與在地組織及市場合作，不但能幫助有需求居民維持尊嚴，購買所需食材，更能直接支持麻州的農作生產者。

申請將於美東時間6月28日深夜11點59分截止，不限身份，已領取補助者也可申請。市府將以隨機抽籤方式辦理計劃，並優先錄取糧食不安全率較高社區的居民與長者。

符合資格居民可至官網（boston.gov/farmers-market-coupon）辦理線上申請，或撥打3-1-1專線，亦可親赴布萊頓(Brighton)、華埠(Chinatown)、多切斯特（Dorchester）、洛士百利(Roxbury)等指定社區服務點與波士頓公共圖書館辦理。

波士頓市府呼籲居民同時使用補充營養協助計畫（SNAP）、健康獎勵計畫（HIP）及聯邦兒童暑期糧食補助（SUN Bucks）等福利。

THE CITY OF BOSTON OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR THE BOSTON FARMERS MARKET COUPON PROGRAM

Selected recipients will receive $100 in coupons to spend at participating Boston farmers markets from July through October. 

BOSTON - The City of Boston has opened applications for the Boston Farmers Market Coupon Program, providing residents $25 per month for fresh, healthy food. This initiative expands food access to residents who need help affording groceries while supporting local farms. 

The deadline to apply for Farmers Market Coupons is June 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The program is open to Boston residents aged 18 or older who need help affording groceries, including those currently receiving SNAP and Healthy Incentive Program (HIP) benefits. Eligibility is based on self-reported age, income, and Boston residency. Residents can apply in multiple languages online at boston.gov/farmers-market-coupon, over the phone by calling 3-1-1 (interpretation services are available), or by visiting one of the designated community enrollment sites across the city. A full list of sites and corresponding enrollment hours is available below.

Selected households will receive a $100 coupon booklet upfront to cover the full season from July through October. The booklet provides a $25 allocation per month to spend on fresh fruits, vegetables, dried goods, bread, dairy, meat, eggs, and seafood from any of the 18 participating farmers markets throughout Boston. 

“Many Boston families struggle to access and afford fresh, healthy food,” said Aliza Wasserman, Director of the Mayor’s Office of Food Justice. “By partnering with local organizations and farmers markets across the city, we give our highest need residents the resources to buy food with dignity, while directly supporting Massachusetts growers and producers.” 

Once the application period closes, eligible residents will be entered into a randomized lottery, prioritizing applicants from neighborhoods with high rates of food insecurity and older adults. Selected applicants will be notified via email and/or text and assigned to a specific site to pick up their coupon booklet. All remaining eligible applicants will be placed on a waitlist, and waitlisted applicants may receive coupons later in July. This new, centralized enrollment process ensures Boston residents have fair, transparent, and equitable access to coupons.

The 2026 Farmers Market Coupon Program is funded by the Office of Food Justice’s operating dollars and FY26 Participatory Budgeting funds. Residents can also maximize their food budget using these additional programs: 

• SNAP Benefits: SNAP can be used directly at all farmers markets in the City of Boston. 

• Healthy Incentives Program (HIP): When you use SNAP at nearly any Boston farmers market, HIP will automatically put $40–$80 a month back on your EBT card for fresh fruits and vegetables. For the list of HIP-approved vendors, go to dtafinder.com. 

• Federal SUN Bucks: Provides households with a one-time $120 benefit per eligible school-aged child for groceries while school is out. While most children are automatically enrolled, families can check their status and apply at DTAConnect.com/SUNBucks or by calling (855) 425-8770.

For information about other resources about accessing affordable food, please visit: boston.gov/food-resources.

麻州爭取到最高200萬元聯邦低利貸款 協助2月雪災受難商家復甦

（Boston Orange編譯）美國聯邦小企業管理局（SBA）近日批准麻州州長奚莉（Maura Healey）的申請，將針對2026年2月遭受破紀錄暴風雪重創、面臨嚴重經濟損失的麻州東南部企業與私立非營利組織，全面提供低利「經濟傷害災難貸款（EIDL）」，以協助地方經濟復甦。

麻州在今年（2026）的2月22日至23日間，遭遇歷史性暴風雪襲擊，積雪高達2.5英尺，近30萬戶人家斷電。災情規模大到交通中斷，眾多商家被迫停業數日，營收驟減與營運資金周轉困難。

麻州政府強調，「經濟傷害災難貸款（EIDL）」將確保受災商家維持營運。麻州緊急事務管理局（MEMA）則指出，復原團隊已與聯邦、地方密切合作，協助社區重建。由於鄰近的羅德島州亦獲批災難宣告，麻州鄰近郡縣的適用資格也隨之擴大。

本貸款最高核貸金額200萬美元，主要用以支付受災期間的日常營運開銷與流動資金。申請期限至2027年3月12日，合格申請人可透過SBA官網（sba.gov/disaster）、客服專線（800-659-2955）或親赴即將設立的「商業復原中心」辦理。

本案適用地理範圍涵蓋巴恩斯特布爾（Barnstable）、布里斯托（Bristol,）、杜克斯（Dukes）、普利茅斯（Plymouth）等核心災區，以及鄰近的南塔克特（Nantucket）、諾福克（Norfolk）、薩福克（Suffolk，含波士頓）與伍斯特（Worcester）等郡。

Governor Healey Secures Federal Assistance for Businesses Impacted by February Blizzard 

Eligible businesses and nonprofit organizations may apply for Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans through March 12, 2027 

FRAMINGHAM – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved Governor Maura Healey’s request for federal assistance to support businesses and private nonprofit organizations that experienced economic loss as a result of the February 2026 blizzard that left as much as 2.5 feet of snow across Southeastern Massachusetts. 

The declaration makes low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans available to eligible businesses and nonprofit organizations in Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes and Plymouth counties, as well as neighboring Nantucket, Norfolk and Suffolk counties. Loans of up to $2 million can be used to help pay for working capital and operating expenses that could not be met because of the storm's economic impacts. 

“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and our communities, and many are still feeling the effects of the Blizzard of 2026," said Governor Maura Healey. "These loans will help businesses recover from lost revenue, keep their doors open and continue serving their communities, and we encourage eligible businesses to apply." 

"The February blizzard forced many businesses to close for days and disrupted economic activity across Southeastern Massachusetts," said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. "This assistance will help businesses and nonprofit organizations recover from those losses and move forward stronger."  

“Public safety is a team effort, and recovery is just as important as response,” said Public Safety and Security Secretary Gina Kwon. “Following February’s historic blizzard, MEMA worked alongside local, state, federal and private-sector partners to assess impacts and connect communities with available resources. These SBA loans will help businesses and nonprofit organizations recover from the storm, strengthen local economies, and support a safer, more resilient Commonwealth.” 

“We’re very grateful to the SBA and Healey-Driscoll administration for working to make these loans available to businesses and private nonprofits that were hit hard by February’s record-breaking blizzard,” said Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency Director Dawn Brantley. “After the storm, our recovery team worked closely with local, state and federal partners to assess impacts and explore every available form of assistance for affected communities. These loans provide an important resource to help businesses recover, rebuild and move forward from the challenges caused by this historic storm." 

The blizzard struck Massachusetts on Feb. 22-23, 2026, bringing heavy snowfall, strong winds and widespread power outages. Nearly 300,000 residents lost electricity, dangerous travel conditions persisted for days and many businesses were forced to close as employees and customers were unable to safely travel.   

Eligible applicants may apply online at sba.gov/disaster. The deadline to submit Economic Injury Disaster Loan applications is March 12, 2027. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance.  

The SBA also approved a disaster declaration for Rhode Island related to the February blizzard, expanding eligibility for Massachusetts businesses and nonprofit organizations in Bristol, Norfolk and Worcester counties. Eligible applicants may seek assistance online, by phone or at any Business Recovery Center. 

SBA, in coordination with MEMA and local governments, will hold Business Recovery Centers where applicants may obtain advice and support in person. Business Recovery Center locations, dates and times are listed below. 

波士頓市計劃局宣佈實施新的華埠分區規劃法及商業招牌法

 （Boston Orange編譯）波士頓市計劃局（The Planning Department）今（17）日發佈消息，稱波士頓分區規劃委員會（The Zoning Commission）已採行新的華埠（Chinatown）分區規劃法，以及涵蓋波士頓全市的新商業招牌分區法規，將讓小企業更容易開辦，保護社區內的歷史性排屋，並提升氣候韌性。

這50年來首次變動的全市商業招牌新分區法規，將為小企業節省時間及金錢。

波士頓計劃局表示，這次的新法規，採用「因地制宜」的差別化分區管理辦法，主要調整的內容與運作機制如下：

• 小企業與招牌區（全市性放寬）：打破過去「每件招牌皆須人工設計審查」的繁瑣制度。除具重大公眾視覺衝擊的特殊大型招牌外，多數一般招牌免經審查，可直接申請許可證，為商家免去動輒數月的漫長審查排隊。

• 華埠商業核心區（放寬限制）：降低門檻，大幅簡化小企業開業與店面翻修的行政程序，並持續容納極具需求的新型住宅。

• 歷史排屋保護區（加嚴限制）：與商業區相反，此區採取更嚴格的開發限制（包括管制樓宇高度與發展密度）以抑制過度改建，藉此對抗財團炒作，維持新移民立足空間、可負擔住宅與華人文化主體性。

• 機構專用區（全新劃定）：引進全新全市性分區，明確劃定並覆蓋塔夫茨大學（Tufts University）與塔夫茨醫療中心，將大型法人機構與一般居民社區的土地利用進行明確區隔。

波士頓市計劃長沈其樂（Kairos Shen）指出，新法能為小企業省時省錢；亞美社區發展協會（ACDC）行政主任劉安琪（Angie Liou）肯定新法歷經廣泛社區溝通，在排屋保護區和商業中心為勞工家庭與商家提供了實質屏障。

波士頓是計劃局表示，這項歷史性的分區法修訂是延續波士頓市府於2025年9月所通過的「PLAN: Downtown」市中心總體戰略規劃，深度融入了過去兩年來所收集的在地社區意見後，在「現代商業去管制化」與「歷史文化保全」之間取得關鍵平衡。

ZONING COMMISSION ADOPTS NEW ZONING FOR CHINATOWN, UPDATES TO CITY SIGN CODE

BOSTON - June 17, 2026 - The Zoning Commission today adopted new zoning for the Chinatown neighborhood, as well as comprehensive new zoning for signs in the City of Boston. The new zoning for Chinatown will make it easier for people to open small businesses, protect the historical row houses in the neighborhood, and improve the climate resilience of the neighborhood. New citywide zoning for commercial signs, the first changes to the code in 50 years, will save small businesses time and money.

“New zoning, both for Chinatown, and for commercial signage citywide, is a win for small businesses,” said Chief of Planning Kairos Shen. “Updating zoning in Chinatown will make it easier to open small businesses, and modernizing our sign regulations will save small businesses time and money by eliminating long review wait times. In addition, the new zoning in Chinatown will protect its historic row houses, while also reinforcing the need for new types of housing in other parts of the neighborhood.”

This updated zoning for Chinatown is informed by the feedback Planning staff heard over the last two years about the cultural identity of Chinatown and how best to preserve it, including Chinatown’s ability to support new immigrants, and to provide affordable housing and commercial spaces. Zoning in the commercial heart of Chinatown will make it easier for small businesses to open and to renovate, as well as continue to allow for much-needed housing in the area. 

In the area of the neighborhood with historic row houses, the zoning will be more restrictive to discourage redevelopment. The zoning also includes new citywide districts for institutional uses, mapped to cover Tufts University and Tufts Medical Center. The rezoning process for Chinatown is part of the larger comprehensive strategy for PLAN: Downtown, which was adopted in September of 2025.

“After an extensive community process, I believe the resulting Chinatown Rezoning will provide better protections for working families and small businesses, particularly in the newly created rowhouse zones and the commercial center of Chinatown,” said Executive Director of the Asian Community Development Corporation Angie Liou. “We look forward to the City implementing the new zoning amendments and holding development proposals to the new zoning.”

For the first time in more than 50 years, Planning advanced comprehensive new zoning for signs in the City of Boston. This new zoning will make the process for small businesses to put up signage more simple by setting clear rules for signs, streamlining the process, and eliminating unnecessary review wait times. Currently, every individual sign in the city must go through a design review process with Planning Department staff, which contributes to significant wait times. These proposed zoning updates will allow most signs to be permitted without review, with the exception of special, larger signs that could have large, visual impacts to the public realm. 

"As someone who is constantly pulling permits for signage all around Boston, the current process is beyond frustrating and a permit can sometimes take months to get," said Owner of CRG Graphics Craig Murphy. "I am excited about the updated zoning and look forward to using the new process. I believe it will resolve many of the issues I have been dealing with as a small business owner." 

Governor Healey Announces Statewide Deployment of State-of-the-Art Technology to Improve Road Safety and Prevent Wrong-Way Driving

 Governor Healey Announces Statewide Deployment of State-of-the-Art Technology to Improve Road Safety and Prevent Wrong-Way Driving 

BOSTON- Governor Maura Healey, joined by Public Safety and Security Secretary Gina Kwon, Massachusetts State Police Colonel Geoffrey Noble, Undersecretary and State Highway Administrator Jonathan Gulliver and Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr, today announced a comprehensive statewide initiative to reduce wrong-way driving incidents through a combination of advanced detection technology, enhanced roadway signage, infrastructure improvements and targeted safety upgrades. Once complete, Massachusetts will have one of the strongest wrong way prevention and detection programs in the country. 

The multi-year effort will focus on over 500 high-risk locations across Massachusetts where drivers may be more likely to enter roadways in the wrong direction due to driver confusion or roadway design. Improvements are already underway and will continue over the next several years as MassDOT expands detection systems, installs new warning technology and advances long-term infrastructure improvements designed to prevent crashes before they occur. 

“We've seen firsthand the devastating impact that wrong-way driving crashes can have on families, law enforcement and communities across Massachusetts,” said Governor Maura Healey. “People deserve to be safe on our roads, and we're taking action. By investing in new technology, stronger safety measures and targeted infrastructure improvements, we're working to prevent these crashes before they happen and help save lives. Our hearts are with every family that has lost a loved one in a wrong-way driving crash, and we are committed to doing everything we can to prevent these tragedies from happening again.” 

“Every person who gets behind the wheel should be able to get where they're going safely,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “These investments will help us prevent wrong-way driving incidents, strengthen coordination with first responders and make our transportation system safer for drivers, passengers and families across Massachusetts.” 

“Under the leadership of the Healey-Driscoll Administration, we are implementing targeted investments to improve roadway safety with measures that help prevent tragedies before they happen. Wrong-way driving remains one of the most dangerous behaviors across the nation’s roadways. As a state that chooses to lead, our goal is to reduce these incidents across the state with these safety measures so we can help identify wrong-way drivers more quickly, alert law enforcement faster and create a safer transportation network for residents and all who travel on our roadways. Every life saved is a reminder of why these investments matter, and we remain committed to using innovation and data-driven solutions to make our roads safer for everyone,” said Interim Secretary of Transportation and MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng.  

"Today's action by the Healey-Driscoll Administration will deliver several important new tools to help prevent the reckless wrong-way driving incidents that claim hundreds of lives nationally every year," said Public Safety and Security Secretary Gina Kwon. "We're committed to leading on this issue because we know how the loss of Trooper Kevin Trainor, Sergeant Jeremy Cole, and Christopher Dailey has changed the lives of their families and loved ones forever. As we continue to honor their memory, we remain committed to working alongside our transportation and law enforcement partners to implement effective safeguards, prevent future tragedies, and create a safer Massachusetts for everyone." 

“Roadway safety is MassDOT’s top priority, and through the comprehensive strategy we are announcing today, we expect to make significant progress in reducing wrong-way driving crashes, which too often result in tragic consequences,” said Undersecretary and State Highway Administrator Jonathan Gulliver. “This plan combines detection, prevention, and infrastructure improvements that are already underway and will continue over the next few years. Detection measures include technology that provides real-time alerts and warnings when wrong-way driving is identified, while enhanced signage and pavement markings will help clearly guide drivers and prevent these incidents from occurring in the first place. In the longer term, we will advance capital projects to redesign and reconstruct interchanges with a history of wrong-way driving issues, making them safer for all road users. We will also continue to work closely with the Healey-Driscoll Administration and our law enforcement partners to raise public awareness about the dangers of wrong-way driving and reinforce the importance of following traffic laws.” 

“The Massachusetts State Police continue to mourn the loss of Trooper Kevin Trainor, who gave his life while attempting to stop a wrong-way driver. His sacrifice is a solemn reminder of the dangers our Troopers confront every day in their mission to protect the public,” said Massachusetts State Police Colonel Geoffrey Noble. 

“While our men and women continue to respond courageously to dangerous driving incidents, these roadway improvements and investments in technology will provide another critical tool to help prevent tragedies and ensure that everyone makes it home safely.  Our hope is simple: that no other family will have to endure the loss and heartbreak experienced by the Trainor family." 

“Incidents of wrong way driving are far too common on Massachusetts roadways, and we have seen their lethality in the tragic loss of Chris Dailey, Sergeant Jeremy Cole, and Trooper Kevin Trainor,” said Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester) “These tragedies, and others, compel swift and comprehensive action to do everything possible to prevent harm from wrong way driving. Fortunately, there are many tools available to effectively confront this threat to roadway safety. Today our state embarks on a mission to use those tools and make our highways safer for everyone who travels on them. While we are working toward the final passage of legislation to codify a state plan in statute, the steps announced today will begin making a difference as soon as they are taken.” 

The initiative builds on the Healey-Driscoll Administration's commitment to improving roadway safety and follows several tragic wrong-way driving crashes that have impacted families, communities and law enforcement officers across Massachusetts. The statewide initiative will be implemented through a five-phase strategy that combines immediate safety improvements with longer-term infrastructure investments. 

MassDOT will retrofit existing signalized intersections and mainline camera systems with new wrong-way detection technology at approximately 430 locations across the state. The technology will identify wrong-way movements and provide real-time alerts to transportation officials and law enforcement. New hardware will be installed within existing signal cabinets to enable data collection, detection, and notification capabilities. Following installation, the systems will be integrated with activated warning measures, including illuminated signs with flashing LEDs designed to alert drivers before they enter a highway in the wrong direction. These installations will occur throughout 2026 and 2027. 

MassDOT personnel are also implementing safety upgrades at highway ramps and interchanges statewide, including enhanced WRONG WAY and DO NOT ENTER signage, improved pavement markings, directional arrows, lighting improvements and other measures designed to reduce driver confusion. 

In addition, MassDOT is also piloting next-generation wrong-way detection technologies at locations without existing infrastructure and using data collected to identify locations that require more significant roadway improvements to reduce driver confusion, including curb and island realignment, ramp reconfiguration to clarify driving paths, and channelization enhancements.  

Much of this work is already underway, with additional installations expected to begin in the coming weeks. MassDOT will continue to evaluate roadway conditions, collect data and identify opportunities to further reduce wrong-way driving incidents across Massachusetts. Together, these efforts will help save lives and make Massachusetts roads safer for everyone. 

 

Statements of Support  

Senator Brendan Crighton, Senate Chair, Joint Committee on Transportation (D-Lynn): 

"As the Legislature continues to work on policies that make our roads safer, we are grateful to the Healey-Driscoll Administration for this multi-faceted approach to reduce wrong-way driving that will save lives and prevent future tragedies. We appreciate the Administration’s ongoing commitment to investing in safer roadways for everyone and the strong collaboration of stakeholders who have made this initiative possible.” 

  
Representative James Arciero, House Chair, Joint Committee on Transportation (D – Westford): 

"Investing in safer roads is one of the most important ways we can protect our communities. Public safety is a shared responsibility, and together, through this initiative, we will reduce risks, prevent tragedies, and help ensure that everyone gets to their destination safely." 

  

Senator Joan B. Lovely (D-Salem): 

“Our district has felt the cost of wrong-way driving in the most painful way, with the loss of Trooper Kevin Trainor and a second trooper struck on the same stretch of Route 1 weeks later. I am grateful to Governor Healey for taking real action. This plan reflects the prevention we fought for in the Senate's FY2027 budget, and I will keep pushing to bring these safety measures to corridors like Route 1 so other families are spared this grief.” 

  

Representative Sally P. Kerans (D-Danvers): 

“Horrific crashes caused by wrong-way drivers have claimed too many lives and caused too many injuries, and we in state government have a shared responsibility to act. Danvers is among those communities where new signage to prevent wrong way crashes is being installed. I applaud Governor Healey for leading a fully coordinated transportation and public safety approach to this problem. We in the House will continue to work with both our Senate colleagues and the administration to support MassDOT and Senator Tarr’s work. Together we will use every tool – and create new ones if necessary – to prevent further loss of life from wrong way crashes on our roads." 

 

Representative Andrew Tarr (D-Gloucester): 

“As our communities continue to mourn Chris Dailey, Trooper Kevin Trainor, and others lost in wrong-way driving incidents, we are reminded that a single mistake on our roadways can lead to devastating consequences. The measures announced today represent a comprehensive, data-driven approach to preventing these tragedies before they occur. I am grateful to have worked with Senator Tarr and MassDOT on this issue, and I commend MassDOT's commitment to deploying both immediate safety improvements and long-term solutions that will help protect drivers, passengers, and first responders across the Commonwealth.” 

 

Representative Hannah Bowen (D-Beverly): 

“Here on the North Shore, we have felt the impact of wrong-way drivers, and we welcome these important upgrades to prevent future tragedies statewide. This is the strategy we need to improve roadway safety – one that keeps pace with the changes we’re already seeing in the vehicles we’re using, in drivers’ behavior, and in available technology.” 

 

Mayor Paul Lundberg, City of Gloucester 

"When tragedies occur, our communities look to their leaders to do more than just mourn. I am grateful to Governor Healey, the transportation and public safety teams, and our legislative leaders for turning loss into meaningful action through this initiative to prevent wrong-way driving. Communities like Gloucester know firsthand the devastating impact these crashes can have. This initiative is a significant step toward making our roads safer for residents, visitors, and future generations." 

 

Mayor Dominick Pangallo, City of Salem: 

“I’m heartened by today’s announcement from the Healey-Driscoll administration about these new measures to help deter wrong-way crashes before they happen. Far too many Massachusetts families have had their lives turned upside down from losing a loved one to a wrong-way driving collision. The devastation these crashes have caused touches communities across our Commonwealth, Salem included. These safety upgrades on our roadways will, I hope, reduce the chances that any family or community will again need to experience the tragic impacts of one of these crashes.” 

 

District Attorney Marian Ryan, Middlesex County: 

  

”Massachusetts is world leader in technology and its highest use is for the protection of public safety. I applaud the Healey-Driscoll Administration, transportation leaders and legislators for making this significant investment in a comprehensive strategy to prevent wrong way crashes. By combining those  technological advances with  infrastructure improvements, and public awareness, this initiative will help save lives and give law enforcement and emergency responders better tools to protect the public. Roadway safety affects every one of us, and these proactive measures represent an important step toward making travel safer for communities across Massachusetts.” 

 

District Attorney Paul Tucker, Essex County:  

“I applaud Governor Healey’s proactive approach in targeting wrong-way drivers.  In Essex County we have unfortunately been affected by a disproportionate number of these tragedies and our office remains committed to addressing this issue through enforcement, policy, and collaboration.” 

 

Adam Chapdelaine, Executive Director & CEO, Massachusetts Municipal Association 

“The MMA and local leaders applaud this comprehensive and innovative state program to reduce dangerous wrong-way incidents on our roadways and save lives. These initiatives will reduce risks, enhance public safety responses, and update infrastructure. Local leaders welcome the opportunity to collaborate with MassDOT to make Massachusetts a national leader in wrong-way detection and prevention.” 

 

Brian Williams, President, State Police Association of MA: 

"Entering a divided highway in the wrong direction is a reckless, lethal act. We appreciate Governor Healey’s proactive leadership in launching this advanced early detection initiative. Combining this tech-driven approach with enacting an expanded Move Over law will create the comprehensive safety net needed to protect our members and everyone on Massachusetts roads.” 

 

Fraternal Order of Police Executive Director Frank Frederickson: 
“Taking actionable steps to address wrong way drivers through engineering, technology, and awareness will be very helpful in preventing tragedies, we are grateful for the concentrated efforts to improve public safety.”  

Pat Purcell, Immediate Past President and Executive Board Member Fire Chief’s Association of Massachusetts FCAM: 

“Any wrong way driver on the highways in the Commonwealth is a likely tragedy. These initiatives, supported by Governor Healey and MassDOT is exactly the proactive measures that we need to stop these dangerous incidents before they ever occur.  These initiatives will save lives, protect the public, and reduce risk to first responders. “ 

John Nelson, First Vice President of the Massachusetts Coalition of Police (MassCOP): 

 "Governor Healey and MassDOT are taking important steps to address wrong-way driving with new technology and comprehensive mapping of higher-risk locations along our roads and highways. Too often we see the devastating outcomes from wrong-way driver incidents, including loss of life among law enforcement personnel and civilian drivers. MassDOT's prevention and detection program is a crucial investment that will enhance safety and save lives in the Commonwealth." 

Rich Mackinnon President, Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts: 

“Time and time again we as Firefighters respond to the tragic results of wrong way drivers. The policies included in the Governor’s MassDOT initiative will undoubtedly help prevent these types of tragedies going forward.” 

Ret. Chief Michael Bradley Jr., Executive Director, Massachusetts Chief of Police Association: 

"Wrong-way driving incidents are among the most dangerous events on our roadways, often resulting in tragic consequences for motorists, passengers, and first responders. The Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association applauds Governor Healey, MassDOT, and our legislative partners for investing in proactive solutions that will help prevent these crashes and save lives.” 

 

Kevin Turner, Executive Director, Massachusetts Ambulance Association: 

Our members are often the first to arrive at the scene of wrong-way crashes, and what they witness is devastating. They see lives changed in an instant, families shattered, and communities left grieving. These tragedies are preventable, which makes them all the more heartbreaking. The recent loss of Trooper Kevin Trainor is a painful reminder of the human toll these crashes take. The Massachusetts Ambulance Association stands firmly behind the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s efforts to address this crisis and is committed to supporting measures that will save lives and prevent more families from experiencing this kind of loss.” 

麻州高中畢業新標準 考核納入AI素養和個人理財能力

    （Boston Orange編譯）麻州州長奚莉（Maura Healey）宣佈，今（17）日正式推出，歷時18個月研擬，首度把「人工智慧（AI）素養」與「個人理財能力」列為核心門檻的全美最全面高中畢業標準政策，對全美中等教育標準勢必帶來重大的指標性影響。

    麻州政府指出，這新的畢業框架，核心是「學術與實務並重」，旨在全面提升學生接軌大學、職場與公民生活的能力。未來的麻州高中生，除了必須修習核心學術課程，還必須透過「我的生涯與學術計畫（MyCAP）」系統，完成關鍵的「學習里程碑」，包括參與企業實習或學徒制的「職場實務學習」、建立正確金錢觀的「金融理財模組」，以及理解AI工具負責任使用與科技衝擊的「AI與數位素養模組」。

    這是麻州州長奚莉的行政團隊與「K-12州立畢業委員會」攜手主導的政策。教育廳長茲里（Steve Zrike）與中小學教育局長馬丁尼茲（Pedro Martinez）強調，新制能確保畢業證書對企業與大學具備實質含金量。

    美國教師聯盟（AFT）麻州分會等教育團體提醒道，州政府必須保障雙語學生與特教生的權益，並呼籲提供基層學校充足的資源以縮短轉型落差。

    根據規劃時程，麻州政府強烈建議各學區從2027年秋季起，要求所有入學的九年級新生遵循這標準。目前麻州已有約74%的學區達到或超越該核心課程標準；為了加速推動政策，州府將於今年夏季率先撥款50萬美元（約合新台幣1600萬元）的種子基金，補助各學區充實教學設備與開設教師培訓課程。

    這一現代化畢業標準是麻州「重塑高中計畫（Reimagining High School Initiative）」的一環。由於過往作為畢業門檻的傳統標準化考試（如MCAS）長期面臨變革爭議，產業界與學界皆期盼有一套更符合現代數位經濟的客觀指標。此新制的推出，不僅回應了產學界對新型人才的需求，也試圖打破過去不同學區間的教育資源不平等。

 

 Governor Healey Releases Final Recommendations to Modernize High School Graduation Requirements 

  

Recommendations would expand access to college-ready coursework and strengthen career readiness, civics education and financial literacy 

 

BOSTON – The Healey-Driscoll Administration today released final recommendations for a statewide high school graduation framework designed to ensure every Massachusetts student graduates prepared for college, careers and civic life. 

 

The recommendations are the result of more than 18 months of work in collaboration with the K-12 Statewide Graduation Council and were informed by extensive engagement with students, families, educators, employers, community partners, advocates and subject matter experts across Massachusetts. 

 

Building on the administration’s Vision of a Massachusetts Graduate and Initial Statewide Graduation Framework, the final recommendations establish a set of expectations for all students while creating new opportunities for career exploration, civic engagement and digital learning. The recommendations include expanded access to MassCore coursework, work-based learning experiences, civics readiness, and artificial intelligence and digital literacy. If adopted, this framework would create the most comprehensive statewide graduation requirements in the nation. 

 

"Every student deserves a great education that prepares them for success after high school, whether they choose college, a career, service or another path,” said Governor Maura Healey. “We've spent the last 18 months listening to students, families, educators and employers about what young people need to succeed. These recommendations raise the bar while expanding opportunity, helping ensure every student has access to the coursework, real-world experiences and skills they need to build a successful future.” 

 

"We heard from students, educators, employers and families across Massachusetts, and the message was clear: young people need both strong academic preparation and real-world skills,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “These recommendations reflect that feedback and will help ensure every student graduates ready for whatever path they choose next." 

 

Every student should have access to the coursework needed to pursue college, career and workforce opportunities after graduation. The administration’s final recommendations include that students complete MassCore, a research-backed program of study that meets public higher education admissions requirements and is a strong predictor of postsecondary success. MassCore includes required classes in English, mathematics, lab-based science, history, world language, arts, and five additional "core" courses. 

 

The administration is strongly encouraging all school districts to fully meet MassCore for the incoming 9th grade class in the fall of 2027. MassCore is already widely used in districts, with approximately 74 percent having local graduation requirements that meet or exceed MassCore unit requirements for all core academic subjects. To support districts in meeting MassCore, the administration will be opening $500,000 in total in grants this summer.  

 

“The Graduation Council’s recommendations create a rigorous and nation leading standard that is relevant to the realities students will face after high school,” said Secretary of Education Steve Zrike. “It is critical that a Massachusetts diploma signals to employers, higher education, caregivers, students, educators and to school districts that a graduate is prepared for post-secondary success regardless of their chosen path." 

 

"These comprehensive high school graduation recommendations are a once-in-a-generation chance to better prepare Massachusetts students for success, especially the students who are furthest from opportunity," said Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Pedro Martinez. "As co-chair of the Statewide Graduation Council, I know how much research, input and care went into this work, and as a first-generation high school and college graduate, I know how important it is to help students build their path to a promising future." 

NEW DATA SHOW FEWEST OPIOID OVERDOSE DEATHS IN BOSTON IN A DECADE

NEW DATA SHOW FEWEST OPIOID OVERDOSE DEATHS IN BOSTON IN A DECADE

Boston Public Health Commission finds 29% decline in opioid overdose deaths in 2025 compared to 2024 

BOSTON – Tuesday, June 16, 2026 – New preliminary data analyzed by Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) show that in 2025, there were 120 opioid overdose deaths in Boston, the lowest number in a decade. This is a 29% drop compared to 2024 and a 56% drop compared to 2023 when fatal opioid overdoses peaked at 272 deaths. This two-year decline reflects the effectiveness of Boston’s comprehensive approach to prevention and harm reduction. 

According to BPHC’s Live Long and Well population health equity agenda, unintentional drug overdose is one of the leading causes of early death in Boston, and it disproportionately impacts Black and Latinx communities. Black and Latinx residents account for nearly 37% of Boston’s total population, but they accounted for approximately 48% of all overdose deaths in 2025. Among Black residents, fatal overdoses on average declined by 65% in 2024 and 2025 as compared to 2023. Among Latinx residents there was an average decline of 52% across those two years compared to 2023. While the continued downward trend is promising, these data also underscore the need for additional community-informed interventions tailored to meet the needs of Boston's Black and Latinx communities. 

“We are pleased to see a continued decline in opioid-related overdose deaths in Boston. These data reflect the commitment and dedication of providers who work day in and day out to offer the full spectrum of harm reduction and recovery services to people living with substance use disorder throughout our city,” said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, Commissioner of Public Health for the City of Boston. “We must continue to ensure that all residents have equitable access to these services in order to sustain this progress.” 

Boston’s overdose prevention strategies involve offering a full continuum of care, including harm reduction, housing, workforce development, clinical care, and evidence-based treatment to those living with substance use disorder. The success of these strategies is fueled by strong, collaborative partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers and service agencies that are deeply dedicated to advancing health outcomes for Boston residents.

In 2025, Boston distributed nearly 35,000 doses of the overdose-reversing drug naloxone, the most in a single year in city history. Naloxone was distributed through BPHC programming like AHOPE, street outreach work, and new interventions including public health vending machines and naloxone kiosks.

In late 2024 BPHC also awarded $1 million in grants to five community organizations in neighborhoods with the highest overdose rates to expand prevention efforts and connect more individuals to treatment. Over the course of 2025, these grants connected nearly 2,000 people to substance use treatment and other services, trained 760 people in overdose prevention, and distributed 5,100 doses of naloxone. 

Harm reduction and walk-in treatment referrals are available through BPHC’s AHOPE and PAATHS programs. AHOPE offers lifesaving harm reduction services, including syringe exchange, drug checking to identify the presence of fentanyl and xylazine, naloxone distribution, and screening for HIV, hepatitis, and other bloodborne illnesses that can be spread through intravenous drug use. The PAATHS program connects people to a variety of treatment services, including Withdrawal Management Services (“detox”), medication for opioid use disorder, and outpatient treatment programs. Individuals can visit both programs at 774 Albany Street during business hours and walk-ins are welcome. For support with substance use disorders, contact the PAATHS program at 1-855-494-4057 or 3-1-1. For more information, visit boston.gov/recovery.  

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $4.5M in Annual Grants for Community-Based Behavioral Health Programs

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $4.5M in Annual Grants for Community-Based Behavioral Health Programs 

Funding will help local organizations expand mental health promotion, prevention and early intervention services across Massachusetts 

BOSTON – The Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced $4.5 million in annual funding for 23 organizations through the new Behavioral Health Promotion and Prevention Grant Program. Managed by the Office of Behavioral Health Promotion and Prevention (OBHPP), this multi-year initiative supports community-based organizations that are developing, expanding and sustaining programs that strengthen mental health and well-being across Massachusetts. 

The selected organizations represent communities across the state and will focus on improving behavioral health outcomes for historically underserved populations through locally driven prevention, early intervention and wellness initiatives. 

“Strong mental well-being is essential to healthy families and communities,” said Governor Maura Healey. “We want people to be able to get help before they reach a crisis point, and these grants will help trusted local organizations expand programs that strengthen well-being, reduce isolation and support healthier communities across Massachusetts." 

"Nobody understands the needs of a community better than the people who live and work there," said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. "By directly supporting community-based mental health initiatives, we're building strong local partnerships that expand opportunities for prevention, early intervention, and long-term well-being at the grassroots level." 

 "True health equity means meeting people where they are and equipping them with the resources they need in their own communities,” said Health and Human Services Secretary Kiame Mahaniah, MD. “These grants enable 23 community-based organizations to design and implement behavioral health promotion and prevention programs that respond to the specific needs of the individuals and families they serve.” 

“These grants allow us to focus resources on historically underserved populations and work towards alleviating inequities in behavioral health,” said Department of Mental Health Commissioner Emily Bailey. “By supporting promotion and prevention programs across the Commonwealth we reinforce the fact that mental health is just as important as physical health in every community.” 

“OBHPP’s vision is a thriving and resilient Commonwealth where behavioral health promotion and prevention are fully integrated into every aspect of community well-being, fostering a culture of health equity and empowerment where all can engage fully in life,” said Assistant Commissioner for the Office of Behavioral Health Promotion and Prevention Funmi Aguocha, PsyD. “These grants support organizations and programs that advance our vision for a stronger, healthier, more equitable Massachusetts.” 

Grant funding is structured across three tiers, ranging from $100,000 to $350,000 annually, allowing organizations to develop, implement and evaluate new behavioral health programs, or expand existing ones, that align with OBHPP’s mission and vision. Applicants for these grants submitted proposals focused on one or more of these identified priority areas: 

Reducing loneliness and social isolation. 
Reducing family stress and supporting caregiver well-being. 
Promoting infant, early childhood, and maternal mental health. 
Reducing psychological distress in immigrant populations. 
Promoting early intervention with youth and young adults. 
Reducing family and intimate partner violence. 
Promoting population well-being through education, training, and skills development. 
 
The multi-year grant funding framework ensures recipients have the means, and the time, to develop and implement their programming. Funded projects operate within one of three categories:   
organizations creating or piloting new programs; 
organizations ready to launch or expand programs; and  
established programs with proven results that need support to grow or sustain their impact. 
The selected organizations serve their communities directly by identifying and addressing unique local needs and targeting barriers to well-being: 
Grants to create or pilot new programs 
City of Woburn 
Olga's List Inc 
Aurora Springs Inc 
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission 
TCFWC - The Child and Family Wellness Center 
Enlace de Familias de Holyoke 
Immigrant Family Services Institute 
 
Grants to launch or expand programs 
Perspectives Health Services, LLC 
Treehouse Foundation 
Fathers' Uplift 
Healing Abuse, Working for Change, Inc. 
Lowell Community Health Center 
Southeast Asian Coalition of Central MA 
Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services, Inc. 
Resilience Center of Franklin County 
Riverside Community Care Inc 
ReUnited Inc 
 
Grants to grow or sustain impact 
Town of Medway 
Boston Senior Home Care 
Raw Art Works 
Sharing Kindness, Inc. 
The Shine Initiative 
Haitian Mental Health Network 

昆士市議會以6比3票否決市府購買Eastern Nazarene學院校地提案

 （Boston Orange編譯）麻州昆西市（Quincy）議會15日晚以6比3票，否決了市長柯奇（Thomas Koch）以2,250萬美元收購東納薩勒學院（Eastern Nazarene College）校園提案。

昆士市政府和現已停辦的東納薩勒學院今年4月達成初步協議，由市府出資買下該校位於東榆樹大道23號（23 East Elm Ave.）的27英畝校地。昆市府打算出售校園內的住宅，並把劇場與體育設施留給當地學生使用。

由於該案涉及高達近20億美元的市府負債爭議，且該校園評估價值高達5,800萬美元，在當地引發支持與反對派的強烈激辯。

昆士市議會及財政委員會強烈反對這一提案。反對派議員指昆士市已負債高達18億至20億美元，若依收入比例調整，居麻州所有城市之冠。包括第五區市議員麥綺（譯音，Maggie McKee）、第六區市議員兼財政委員會主席萊利（Deborah Riley）及議長馬宏妮（譯音，Anne Mahoney）等人強調，昆士市府已持有太多未發揮效益的房地產，必須優先保護納稅人，不能再盲目增加債務。

支持派則以「財務上絕對划算」為由極力爭取。不分區議員狄博納（譯音，Noel DiBona）指出，該校產的評估價值高達5,800萬美元，市府等於能以不到半價的破盤價（約38%）購入。不過，議長馬虹妮反駁，即便是「一生一次的難得機會」，也必須建立在城市財政能夠負擔的前提之上。

東納薩勒大學是一所歷史悠久的私立基督教大學，在財政與招生上長期困窘，已於去年（2025年）正式停辦。昆士市議會這次的否決，意味著這座占地廣闊校地的未來去向，再度陷入不確定狀態。

第47屆波士頓龍舟賽逾70隊參賽 暴風、Ohana奪總冠亞軍 神奇孩童拿金牌

Ohana隊奪得亞軍和神奇孩童隊合影。（周菊子攝）

  (Boston Orange 周菊子波士頓報導)第47屆波士頓香港龍舟節6月14日在陽光明媚，氣溫一度高達華氏89度的好天氣中圓滿落幕。波士頓暴風龍舟隊以02:01:91在70多隊參賽隊伍中脫穎而出贏得冠軍，亞軍為新英格蘭家人隊（Ohana New England – ONE Racing ）02:02:17，季軍Boston 1 Premier 02:02:23。

神奇孩童隊贏得青少年組金牌。（伍振中提供）

台灣人黃意庭牽頭組成的Tide One Pioneers 以02:13:67贏得Ｂ組冠軍。

今年的波士頓龍舟賽是籌備委員會大規模改組，王碩平出任主席後的第一屆賽事，有比賽改為13日依類別，14日照速度分組，成為2場獨立比賽，表演舞台加長加大，觀眾席座位大減等變動，比賽規則與計分等仍由22 Dragon承辦，擔任籌備委員已不下30年的朱曼妮，依舊負責和波士頓華埠社團聯繫，安排了2輛巴士接送耆英們到場觀賽，還訂購了250份餐食照顧志工。

今年的開幕式嘉賓，有轄區包括波士頓市和劍橋市的麻州參議員William N. Brownsberger，駐紐約中國總領事館總領事陳立，駐紐約香港經貿辦事處處長何美智，以及波士頓龍舟節共同創辦人之一的史凌雲（Leslie Swartz）和Nancy Sato。

黃意庭和李鴻羽等人牽頭組成的Tide One Pioneers隊贏得B組冠軍。
（李鴻宇提供）

到任一年半，來訪麻州五、六次，拜會過麻州州長Maura Healey，第二次來參加波士頓香港龍舟節的陳立表示，波士頓香港龍舟賽這47年來聚攏人群，已成為波士頓內令人驕傲的傳統之一，既是文化與體育交流的橋樑，更給了中美人民機會認識彼此，攜手為更加穩定及正面的未來努力。

橋上每年都有很多人觀賽。（周菊子攝）

何美智指出，駐紐約香港經貿辦事處和波士頓龍舟節合作已有30餘年，今年欣見又有70多隊參賽，根據該辦公室的紀錄，每年都有不下6萬人前來觀賽，遊逛，14日天氣那麼好，遊人勢必更多。

主持人在報幕時提到，原本還有波士頓市議長Liz Breadon和市議員愛德華費連（Ed Flynn）等嘉賓預定出席，但因故未到。往年例必出席的麻州眾議員陳德基，適逢母喪，也未克出席。

波士頓龍舟節主委王碩平（左）和駐紐約香港經貿辦處長何美智點睛。（周菊子攝）

文化表演部分，今年的安排是在點睛儀式後，有華林功夫太極學校的舞龍遊行，武術示範，大波士頓中華文化協會的中國傳統音樂及扯鈴，Upasana Odlssl的印度舞蹈，新月國際傳媒大合唱，S.T.A.R. 波士頓集團的越南舞蹈，ＺPrincipal舞蹈學校的芭雷舞，楊書旺的四川變臉，天使舞蹈團的中國舞蹈，新英格蘭Odaiko的日本太鼓。

駐紐約中國總領事館總領事陳立（左）和麻州參議員William N. Brownsberger
再度聯袂參加波士頓龍舟節。（周菊子攝）

         還有波士頓太極拳社的創辦人林湛濤和在郊區教太極的裴曉華率學生在草棚上示範打太極。

大波士頓中華文化協會會長吳德惠和該會候任會長李翠蘭，以及現任董事長葛幼梅等人率眾多義工教人包粽子，剪紙，做手工藝。

駐紐約中國總領事陳立強調文化體育交流有助於人民關係穩定。（周菊子攝）

今年的參賽隊伍，企業組竟然有11隊之多，連去年才把美國總部遷到麻州的樂高（LEGO）都來組隊參加，大學校友隊更是空前踴躍，也有11隊之多，其中北大和清華最認真，各出2隊，北大有以贊助商命名的夢想家（房地產）和雅然（律師）2隊，清華也有Grace Harbor和Yang & Builder兩隊。此外俱樂部組有11隊，金融組竟然也有10隊。

王碩平首次以龍舟節主委身份致詞。（周菊子攝）

70多隊參賽隊伍中，龍舟博物館贊助的「神奇孩童」隊旗開得勝，首次參賽就奪得金牌。另外有不少團體有2隊以上報名參賽，包括奪得總決賽亞軍的新英格蘭家人（Ohana）隊，波士頓台灣人龍舟隊（BTBC），東方銀行，JnJ，東北大學中國學生會，北大校友會，清華校友會，Spirit of the Dragon，狼群（wolfpack）俱樂部等。

何美智說根據資料，每年都有6萬人來逛波士頓香港龍舟節。（周菊子攝）

龍舟博物館創辦人伍振中對「神奇孩童」隊首戰告捷，不但拿到金牌，還在70隊參賽隊伍中排名第16，興奮非常，期盼這好成績能夠幫助這些青少年爭取到更多贊助，好在今年8月順利到台灣花蓮，代表美國參加國際龍舟賽。

加油隊的陣仗，則以贊助哈佛醫學院華人專家學者聯合會的美國潮商總會和潮州同鄉會規模、聲勢最龐大，不但穿上深紅色制服，還直接拉隊到岸邊加油。林泉，楊光霖，黃光沐等幾名會長都全員到齊，親自上陣，煞是隆重。

波士頓龍舟節共同創辦人Leslie Swartz和Nancy Sato。（周菊子攝）

有趣的是，幾乎每年都會來逛波士頓龍舟節的王柳娥、范欽強夫婦納悶的說，這天沿著封街了的紀念道（Memorial Drive）一路逛下來，竟然一個熟人也沒遇到。曾任畢馬威（KPMG）會計師樓合夥人的麥永芬（Pauline W. F. Mak）也說，去找畢馬威隊，要給以前的同事加油的一路上，居然也沒見到認識的人。似乎意味著47年過去，人事變遷還真不小。

華林太極功夫學校舞龍。（周菊子攝）

以下為分組比賽結果：

企業組有11隊，冠軍Trapology 0:52:47，亞軍KPMG 藍龍0:53:39，季軍JnJ Medtech0:55:11，以及GE Aerospace， LEGO Bricks in the Boat，PTC RipTides，Shark Ninja，Spirit of the Dragon 1，，Saleforce DragonKoa，EFE Hydras，Sensata Blue Dragon。

波士頓台灣龍舟隊合影。（邱偉哲提供）

大專院校組（Collegiate Speciality）有4隊，冠軍哈佛大學格里芬紋理研究所龍舟隊（Harvard Griffin GSAS Dragon Boat Club） 0:56:61，亞軍哈佛中國龍隊（Harvard China Dragon）0:57:15， 東北大學B隊 0:57:79， 另一隊為東北大學A隊。

波士頓台灣龍舟藍鑽隊贏得婦女組亞軍。（邱偉哲提供）

醫療業組（Health）有5隊，冠軍為JnJ Duckling 0:56:41，亞軍探戈隊（Team Tango ）0:59:32，季軍BD Dragon 0:59:51，其餘2隊為Medtronic，華人醫務中心統計龍（South Cove Community Health Center Stat Dragon）。

隊長邱偉哲坦言，今年波士頓台灣龍舟隊人員變動很大，在這次比賽中的表現，
堪稱難得。右一起為創辦人盧信瑋（右起）和總教練孫育民，。（周菊子攝）

紀念彼得穆瑞青少年專場（Peter Murray Youth Memorial Speciality）有4隊，冠軍為龍舟博物館神奇孩童隊（Dragon Boat Museum Legacy – wonder Kids）0:52:00，亞軍SEP追浪隊（SEP Wave Chaser）0:59:48，季軍廣教學校（Boston Kwong Kow）0:59:68。另一隊為劍橋鷸（Cambridge Falcon）。

婦女專場有3隊，冠軍是天堂城市龍舟隊（Paradise City Dragon Boat）1:00:31，亞軍是波士頓台灣龍舟隊藍寶石隊（BTBC Sapphire） 1:03:79，季軍是女龍神隊（Dragon Divas）1:08:56。

Peter lew ACP 紀念專場有1隊，波士頓健康勇士雷霆隊（Wellness Warriors Boston Thunder） 1:06:67。

大學校友隊有11隊，冠軍北京大學夢想家隊 0:50:08，亞軍是武漢聯合隊（Wuhan United）0:51;08，季軍是清華校友隊（Grace Harbor）0:51:13，其餘隊伍有復旦交通校友五芒星隊（Pentasus），交通大學EY隊，MIT波士頓俱樂部隊，中山大學江南競隊，南開天大南天門隊，清華校友Yang & Builder隊，北大雅然隊，孫逸仙大學校友隊。

拓荒者隊（Tide One Pioneers）合影。（周菊子攝）

金融組有10隊，冠軍是道富集團（State Street）金隊戰0:56:57，亞軍Loomis Sayles 0:56:99，季軍是四海威靈頓隊（Four Seas Wellington）0:57:07，其餘隊伍有東方銀行馴龍向善隊（Eastern Bank Swift Dragon for Good），BAC 雷霆龍，約翰漢考克，貝恩資本，東方銀行藍龍，Santander Dragon，Sun Life。

紐英崙潮州同鄉會會長林全（左二）和2名副會長黃光沐（左一），楊光霖（右二）
等人親自出馬，為該會贊助的龍舟隊加油。（周菊子攝）

社區隊有4隊，冠軍Tide One Pioneers 0:52:38，亞軍香港駐紐約經貿辦「龍騎士」隊（HKETO NY Dragon Riders）0:52:57，季軍Sea++隊0:57:73，另一隊為華夏文協隊。

美國潮商總會和波士頓本地的潮州同心會攜手贊助。（周菊子攝）

俱樂部隊有11隊，冠軍是Boston 1 Premier 0:46:01，亞軍是波士頓暴風龍舟隊（Boston Storm Dragon Boat Club）0:47:31，季軍是狼群黑隊（Wolfpack Racing Club Black）0:47:55，其他隊伍有波士頓台灣龍舟巨人隊（BTBC Titans），海洋週龍舟俱樂部（Ocean State Dragon Boat Club），新英格蘭家人競賽隊（Ohana New England -One Racing），活根隊（Living Root），狼群粉紅隊，世紀（Century）龍舟俱樂部，新英格蘭家人俠盜隊（Ohana New England -Rogue One）。（更新版）

美國潮商總會和紐英崙潮州同鄉會攜手贊助哈佛醫學院華人專家學者聯合會隊。

（伍振中提供)

GBCCA會長吳德惠（右）和候任會長李翠蘭（左）等人在會場教做手工藝。（周菊子攝）

陳瑞虹（左）和朱曼妮都是資深籌委。（吳德惠提供）

文協董事長葛幼梅（中）也親自出馬教人寫毛筆字。（周菊子攝）

廣教學校隊準備出發。（周菊子攝）

中山大學校友會會長張立達（右二）和隊長張子濰（左）以及中山大學醫學院
校友會會長楊文。（周菊子攝）

清華大學校友隊。（郭巍提供）

文化展示攤位中出現一個新的社團，美中人民友好協會-紐英倫。（周菊子攝）

參賽隊伍做準備。（周菊子攝）

表演芭雷舞的小朋友們場外排練。（周菊子攝）

波士頓太極拳社創辦人林湛濤（右起）和裴曉華及學生在會場示範打太極。（周菊子攝）

龍舟賽划手偷閒搓麻將。（周菊子攝）

印度舞。（周菊子攝）