Boston, September 18, 2019 – Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is proposing regulations aimed at addressing vaping and tobacco use among youth in Boston. Under the proposal, mint and menthol nicotine and tobacco products will only be sold only in verified adult-only tobacco retailers. Staff will now move… Continue reading Proposed Regulations to address Vaping and Tobacco Use Among Youth in Boston
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Mayor Bowser and Senator Van Hollen Congratulate 54th Anniversary of Sing Tao Daily
Washington, DC, August 1, 2019, — Ms. Muriel Bowser, Mayor of Washington, DC, and Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland today marked the occasion of the 54th anniversary of Sing Tao Daily US East Coast edition. “Sing Tao Daily is one of the largest Chinese newspaper on the East coast that provides coverage in Chinese,… Continue reading Mayor Bowser and Senator Van Hollen Congratulate 54th Anniversary of Sing Tao Daily
Malden Supermarket Cited for Wage Violations, Retaliation
BOSTON, July 2, 2019 — A Malden grocery store and its president has paid $73,686 in restitution and penalties for state wage and hour law violations, Attorney General Maura Healey announced today.
Presidential Message on the 150th Anniversary of the Golden Spike
May 10, 2019 One hundred fifty years ago, the first transcontinental railroad in the United States was completed, and our Nation was changed forever. On May 10, 1869, the final golden spike was driven into the ground at Promontory Summit, Utah, joining the tracks of the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railroads. This unbroken rail… Continue reading Presidential Message on the 150th Anniversary of the Golden Spike
FCC: Chinese Americans Targeted in Consulate Phone Scam
April 12, 2019, –The FCC has recently received numerous consumer complaints about scammers trying to steal money or personal information by posing as Chinese consulate employees. People with Chinese last names have been targeted, along with random consumers in areas with large Chinese communities, according to multiple news reports. FCC Chairman Ajit Pai (file photo).
Asian American Commission Announces Awardees for the 13th Annual Unity Dinner
BOSTON – The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Asian American Commission (AAC) 13th Annual Unity Dinner will be held on Friday, May 3 at Crowne Plaza Boston – Woburn at 7 PM preceded by a networking reception with appetizers, cash bar, and silent auction starting at 6 PM. Proceeds will be used to support, expand, and strengthen… Continue reading Asian American Commission Announces Awardees for the 13th Annual Unity Dinner
Fraud Alert: DHS Telephone Numbers Used in Scam
Washington, DC, — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) is issuing this fraud alert to warn citizens of reports that DHS telephone numbers have been used recently as part of a telephone spoofing scam targeting individuals throughout the country. Spoofing is the deliberate falsifying of information transmitted to a… Continue reading Fraud Alert: DHS Telephone Numbers Used in Scam
FAA Grounds Boeing 737 Max
Washington, DC, March 13,The FAA is ordering the temporary grounding of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft (PDF) operated by U.S. airlines or in U.S. territory.
NYC and Boston Brace for Weekend Snowstorms
New York City, March 3, 2019, National Weather Service issued Winter Storm Warning today for New York City and parts of New Jersey and Connecticut.
Mayor Walsh-Announces over $26 Million for Affordable Housing
BOSTON – Wednesday, February 20, 2019 – Building on his commitment to create and preserve affordable housing in Boston, Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced more than $26 million in new and recommended funding from the Department of Neighborhood Development, the Neighborhood Housing Trust, and the Community Preservation Fund, to create and preserve 515 units… Continue reading Mayor Walsh-Announces over $26 Million for Affordable Housing