Washington, D.C., March 9, 2015, — Today, the U.S. Senate confirmed Michelle K. Lee as Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, the first woman to hold this position in the USPTO’s 200+ year history. While women represent less than 15% of executive officers in the… Continue reading MIT Graduate Michelle Lee Confirmed as First Women Director of USPTO
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UN Celebrates International Women’s Day 2015
New York City, March 8, 2015, — In 2015, International Women’s Day, celebrated globally on March 8, highlights the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a historic roadmap signed by 189 governments 20 years ago that sets the agenda for realizing women’s rights. While there have been many achievements since then, many serious gaps remain.… Continue reading UN Celebrates International Women’s Day 2015
Dr. Tommy Chang Named Next School Superintendent of Boston
Boston, March 5, 2015, — The Boston School Committee, in at 5-2 vote on Tuesday evening, named Dr. Tommy Chang Boston Public School’s next superintendent. Dr. Chang at an interview on Feb. 24, 2015 (from Twitter @chu_on_the_go).
Ambassador Lippert in Great Spirits After Attack
On Thursday, March 5, 2015, in Seoul, U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Mark Lippert underwent surgery to treat wounds to his face and hand following an assault earlier that day. He is currently recovering in the hospital. As the Ambassador tweeted Thursday afternoon from Seoul, he is doing well and in great spirits.… Continue reading Ambassador Lippert in Great Spirits After Attack
Photo Exhibit at Boston City Hall Honors Women’s History Month
Boston, March 3, 2015 – In honor of Women’s History Month, Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined the Office of Arts & Culture and the Office of Women’s Advancement in launching Lift/Women PowerLifters. This art display will feature the exhibition by photographer Liane Brandon in The Mayor’s Gallery on the fifth floor at Boston City… Continue reading Photo Exhibit at Boston City Hall Honors Women’s History Month
Wind Chill Advisory Issued after Record Snowfall
By Victor Chen, bostonese.com Boston, Feb, 23, 2015, — The high temperature reached above freezing point yesterday afternoon across much of the state. Many residents took the opportunity to remove snow and ice dam from their roofs. Could this stop sign in a snow bank at a residential community west of Boston put a stop… Continue reading Wind Chill Advisory Issued after Record Snowfall
Boston City Councilor Pressley — Finalist for the EMILY’s List Gabrielle Giffords Rising Star Award
Boston, Feb. 10, 2015, — Boston City Councilor Ayanna Pressley was today announced as one of six national finalists for the EMILY’s List Gabrielle Giffords Rising Star Award. Named in honor of the dedicated and courageous Gabrielle Giffords, the Rising Star Award celebrates an extraordinary woman serving in state or local office. The award honors women who demonstrate the… Continue reading Boston City Councilor Pressley — Finalist for the EMILY’s List Gabrielle Giffords Rising Star Award
Governor Baker Declares Valentine’s Week as MBTA Shutdown on Sunday
Boston, Feb. 13, 2015, — Today at the State House, Governor Charlie Baker announced that due to the unprecedented snowfall and historic winter conditions impacting the Commonwealth’s economy, next week shall be declared “Valentine’s Week” to boost business for local retailers, restaurants and small businesses. Joined by Housing and Economic Development Secretary Jay Ash and… Continue reading Governor Baker Declares Valentine’s Week as MBTA Shutdown on Sunday
Boston Prepares for Weekend Blizzard, Again!
Boston, Feb. 12, 2015, — Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced that the City of Boston has secured additional resources from Connecticut, New York City and the National Guard to assist Boston’s Public Works Department (PWD) in ongoing snow removal operations. On Monday, Feb. 9, 2015, snow falls on Rt. 128 during a 3-day snowstorm (file… Continue reading Boston Prepares for Weekend Blizzard, Again!
Three-Day Snowstorm to Add 20+ Inches on Top of Record Snowfall, Boston Schools Close on Monday and Tuesday
BOSTON – February 8, 2015 – Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced today that due to the ongoing snow storm, with expected accumulations of up to 24 inches, Boston Public Schools will be closed Monday, February 9 and Tuesday, February 10. A snow emergency parking ban will go into effect in the City of Boston at… Continue reading Three-Day Snowstorm to Add 20+ Inches on Top of Record Snowfall, Boston Schools Close on Monday and Tuesday