Organizers, performers pose for a picture before the opening ceremony. By Xinming Li, bostonese.com Boston, Sept. 12, 2016, — The Sixth Asian American Day Festival wae held in Boston Common on Saturday, Sept. 10. Gov. Baker, Mayor Walsh and Boston City Council declared Sept. 10, 2016 the Asian American Day in Massachusetts and in Boston.… Continue reading Pictures from Asian American Day Celebration in Boston Common
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Definitive Guide to the Sixth Asian American Day Festival in Boston Common on 9/10
Map of the Sixth Asian American Day Festival in Boston Common. By Huang Chen Celebration of the Sixth Annual Asian American Day Festival, and the first one since it has been recognized as an official festival by the city of Boston, will be held in two days in Boston Common and Cary Hall in Lexington.… Continue reading Definitive Guide to the Sixth Asian American Day Festival in Boston Common on 9/10
The First Asian American Day in the Nation to Be Celebrated in Boston Common on Sept. 10
By Xinming Li, bostonese.com Boston, Sept. 7, 2016, — In just a couple days, the Sixth Asian American Day Festival will be held in Boston Common on Sept. 10. Boston City Council has issued an official resolution signed by Council President Michelle Wu declaring Sept. 10, 2016 the Asian American Day in Boston. This is… Continue reading The First Asian American Day in the Nation to Be Celebrated in Boston Common on Sept. 10
Somerville Times and bostonese.com Endorse Leland Cheung in State Senate Race
Boston, Sept. 6, 2016, — One day after Somerville Times announced its endorsement of Cambridge City Councilor Leland Cheung in the State Senate primary over incumbent Sen. Jehlen, bostonese.com, the largest bilingual Asian American news website, announced today that it also endorsed Councilor Cheung in this race. Councilor Cheung with his wife and daughter.
Gov. Baker Marks Milestone in Springfield Rail Car Factory Construction
August 25, 2016, — Governor Charlie Baker today joined local elected officials and state transportation leaders to recognize a major milestone in CRRC MA’s construction of its $95 million factory in Springfield by signing the last beam to be hoisted atop the factory as part of a “Topping Off” ceremony. Once completed, the factory will… Continue reading Gov. Baker Marks Milestone in Springfield Rail Car Factory Construction
Obama: US Formally Enters the Paris Agreement
Hangzhou, China, Sept. 3, 2016 — Today, the United States and China deposited with United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon their respective instruments to join the Paris Agreement, marking a significant contribution towards the early entry into force of the Paris Agreement.
Boston City Council Declares the First Asian American Day in the Nation!
By Xinming Li, bostonese.com Boston, Sept. 2, 2016, — As the Asian American Day Festival is to take place on Sept. 10 in Boston Common, Boston City Council has declared Sept. 10, 2016 as Asian American Day in Boston. The proclamation is signed by Michelle Wu, president of Boston City Council. This is the first… Continue reading Boston City Council Declares the First Asian American Day in the Nation!
Chong Yang Festival Offering Tables at Mt. Hope Cemetery Chinese Memorial
Boston, Sept. 1, 2016, — The Chinese Historical Society of New England (CHSNE) and Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England (CCBA) have gained cooperation from the City of Boston to have offering tables available for Chong Yang Festival this Fall.
BU Student Maggie Yu Wins 2016 Miss Earth China (Boston)
By Xinming Li, bostonese.com Manchester, Vermont, August 31, 2016 — 2016 Miss Earth China (Boston) grand final was held yesterday afternoon at beautiful Taconic Hotel in downtown Manchester. BU pre-law student Maggie Yu won this special event after talent show, speech contest and Q&A sessions. Elena Peng of Binghamton University and Tianhuizi Zheng of Columbia… Continue reading BU Student Maggie Yu Wins 2016 Miss Earth China (Boston)
Boston City Council President Wu Congratulates 2016 Miss Earth China (Boston)
By Xinming Li, bostonese.com Boston, August 30, 2016, — 2016 Miss Earth China (Boston) Grand Final will be held today at Kimpton Taconic Hotel in Manchester, VT. Michelle Wu, President of Boston City Council, congratulated the organizers and contestants. President Wu signed a Boston City Council resolution in recognition of Miss. Jing Xu for bring… Continue reading Boston City Council President Wu Congratulates 2016 Miss Earth China (Boston)