星期三, 3月 26, 2025
牛頓市退休醫師被騙走將近50萬美元
(Boston Orange 摘譯) 一名住在牛頓市的 72 歲醫生相信了打電話給她的人是聯邦毒品探員和美國財政部案件經理，同意轉帳以釐清她和從事非法毒品交易帳戶之間關係，以避免被捕，結果9天之內被騙走50萬美元。
米斗塞郡檢察官瑪麗安·里安 （Marian Ryan） 和牛頓市警察局長喬治·麥克曼斯 （George
McMains） 3月25日 (週二)在一份聯合聲明中表示，案件發生在去年
12 月，冒充美國緝毒探員和財政部個案經理的一男一女，打電話給受害者，聲稱有人以她的名義開了22個帳戶，而她得為這些帳戶中用於非法毒品交易的200萬美元負責。
根據檢察官遞交的一份長3頁事實說明，假冒者告訴受害者，為了防止身份盜竊，她必須把她所有的資產轉到美國財政部那兒，然後她會拿到一張財政部支票，以確保這些資產。如果她不合作，聯邦調查局探員就會逮捕她。
所謂的美國財政部”案件經理”接著打去電話，指導這名受害婦女如何把他的資產變成金條，並在特定地點及時間，交給遞送員，然後她的社會安全號碼會更改，她的錢也會被退回來。
受害婦女於是把她退休帳戶的錢全都拿了出來，買成金條。
12月17日，她把價值34萬2000員的12根金條交給了遞送員，然後在12月24日又交付了價值8萬8955元的另外3根金條。2天後的12月26日，她又匯4萬9755元進騙子指定的一個銀行戶口。
當這名受害婦女的兒子明白發生了什麼事時，他聯繫了牛頓市警察，於是警方佈署了一場誘捕行動。
1月3日，一名臥底警察假扮成受害者，在牛頓市星巴克和一個名叫大衛的遞送員見面，遞交了另一筆16萬5000元款項。
他們交換了密碼後，這名遞送員，也是本案嫌犯，紐約皇后區
23 歲的 Vishal
Kumar，收下這份包裹，接著就當場被捕了。
Kumar上週五在米斗塞郡高等法院出庭時，聲稱自己無罪，因未能繳交50萬元現金的保釋金，羈押在米斗塞郡監獄。根據法庭文件，他的下一次出庭日期為4月2日。
調查人員還在繼續調查共犯。警方的聲明並未說明受害者是誰，但強調損失金額巨大，將近50萬美元。騙子利用了多方接觸，讓受害者相信他們的假冒身份，然後再利用恐懼心來嚇唬受害者就範，這些都是金融罪犯慣用的手段。
一個大陪審團在2月26日時，起訴了Kumar。
星期二, 3月 25, 2025
Governor Healey Appoints New Member to Board of Elementary and Secondary Education
Governor Healey Appoints New Member to Board of Elementary and Secondary Education
EVERETT — The Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced the swearing-in of Dr. Christina Grant as the newest member of the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Dr. Grant is the Executive Director of the Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University and brings a wealth of experience in education leadership, strategic management, and data-driven policy.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Christina Grant to the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education,” said Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler. “Her leadership and deep commitment to evidence-based policy will be an invaluable asset as we continue to strengthen our education system and advance opportunities for all Massachusetts students.”
“Dr. Grant’s extensive experience in education policy and leadership will bring valuable insight to the Board,” said Board of Elementary and Secondary Education Chair Katherine Craven. “Her commitment to data-driven solutions and her track record of fostering academic excellence make her a tremendous addition to our efforts to support and improve schools throughout the Commonwealth.”
Dr. Grant’s distinguished career spans roles as an educator, administrator, and executive in some of the nation's largest school systems. At CEPR, she leads efforts to unite researchers, practitioners, and policymakers in creating transformative partnerships grounded in rigorous research, with a focus on improving student outcomes and academic acceleration.
Dr. Grant previously served as the State Superintendent of Education for the District of Columbia, where she oversaw grants, standards, assessments, and accountability for elementary and secondary schools. She led the first revision of social studies standards in 20 years and directed a $100 million investment in post-pandemic academic recovery programs.
“Joining the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education is a remarkable opportunity to contribute to a vision of transformative education for all students,” said Dr. Christina Grant. “I am committed to leveraging my experience in evidence-based policy and systems leadership to ensure every student in the Commonwealth is equipped to succeed in our ever-evolving global landscape.”
Prior to her role in D.C., Dr. Grant served as the Chief of Charter Schools and Innovation for The School District of Philadelphia, where she played a pivotal role in redesigning accountability metrics and managing the district’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Grant has served as a lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, where she taught courses on educational leadership. She began her career as a public-school teacher in Harlem and has held leadership positions at the Great Oaks Foundation and the New York City Department of Education.
Dr. Grant holds a doctorate in education with a focus on organizational leadership from the University of Pennsylvania, two master's degrees—one in organizational leadership from Teachers College, Columbia University, and one in teaching and adolescent reading from Fordham University—and a bachelor's degree from Hofstra University.
Learn more about the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and the members’ full bios.
Trump Administration Delays Critical Lead Pipe Replacement Funds $50 million in funds are critical for replacing harmful lead pipes
Trump Administration Delays Critical Lead Pipe Replacement Funds $50 million in funds are critical for replacing harmful lead pipes
Boston — Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey,
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, and State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg
issued the following statements today on the Trump Administration’s delay of
critical funds for lead pipe replacement.
“The Trump Administration has delayed more than $50 million
in federal funding for lead service line replacement in Massachusetts,” said Governor
Maura Healey. “Funding local projects is vital to get lead out of our
drinking water. Massachusetts has some of the oldest housing stock and water
infrastructure in the nation, and lead service lines remain a threat to public
health, particularly for young children. These funds stimulate our economy by
creating construction jobs, replacing outdated infrastructure, and most
importantly ensuring that residents are drinking safe, clean water. We urge the
Trump Administration to cease this dangerous delay in critical funding.”
“Lead pipes pose serious health risks for Massachusetts
residents, especially children and those living in poorer communities,”
said Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell. “Since day one, I
have advocated for federal funding to address this pressing public health
issue, and I will continue to speak out against policies that put the health
and safety of our residents at risk.”
“This thoughtless delay is putting the safety and wellbeing
of our most vulnerable residents at risk, especially our children,” said State
Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg, Chair of the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust.
“The federal funding we use addresses a critical health issue and allows us to
invest in vital water infrastructure projects that directly benefit the people
who need it most. Providing clean, lead-free drinking water should not be
controversial.”
In May 2024, the EPA announced the
2024 Lead Grant allocation amount of $50.1 million. Through the Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law, the EPA allocates this funding to the Massachusetts Clean
Water Trust’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund and Massachusetts
Environmental Protection implements the program by selecting priority projects
and partnering with municipalities and other recipients to ensure these
critical infrastructure projects are completed as planned. These funds have
facilitated the removal of harmful lead from drinking water by supporting
public water systems for inventorying lead service lines and creating plans for
the replacement of those lines.
However, the Trump Administration is delaying allocation of
the 2024 Lead Grant to the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust while it conducts a
review against President Trump’s Executive Orders. There is no timeline for
when the funds will be released, which will result in an unnecessary delay in
continuing the important work by public water suppliers to detect and remove
lead from their systems. In addition to the delay in the 2024 funding
allocation, Massachusetts is still awaiting the EPA’s revised formula for the
funding. Massachusetts officials have
been advocating for an improved formula in line with previous
allocations. If that formula changes, it could impact the amount of the 2025
and 2026 grants.
西蒙斯大學布魯克蘭大道宿舍區將大規模改建成附綠地高樓
(Boston Orange 摘譯) 西蒙斯大學 (Simmons University)和瑞典建築公司Skanska合作，將把西蒙斯大學的波士頓校舍，改建成訂名為「長木地 (Longwood Place)」的綜合用途大樓。
這翻修計畫在今年3月遞進波士頓計畫局
(Boston Planning Department)，將分多階段進行，旨在位於布魯克蘭大道
(Brookline)和 朝聖路
(Pilgrim)的把4.7公頃校地，改建為綜合用途大樓。
第一階段預定2027年動工，佔地100萬平方英尺，要蓋17層高，包括可負擔住宅，有227個單位的大樓，一棟15層高商業大樓，以及一棟13層高的研究實驗室、辦公室，以及醫療/門診空間。
這一發展計畫將取代西蒙斯大學現有的13棟狀況不佳大樓，包括宿舍及體育場等。
第一階段的主要內容包括502個地下停車位，28500平方英尺的零售及商用空間，1.9公頃的開放空間，藉以紓緩長木醫療區
(LMA)一帶缺乏設施及綠地狀況。
值得注意的公共區域包括「主心 (Main Heart)」，沿著布魯克蘭大道的一個31,000平方呎開放空間，以及一個有水景、藝術品及座椅的中央銜接處。
這發展計畫還將更新景觀及交通，例如在布魯克蘭大道上建新的路燈，人行道。長木醫療區 (LMA)是一個有73,000人在那兒工作，24,000學生在那兒學習的地方，目前卻公共空間有限，人行道狹窄，用餐選擇很少。這些都是「長木地」想要改善的。
在財務上，這一發展計畫將為波士頓住宅及人力發展基金貢獻1830萬元，給波士頓公園及娛樂局700萬元，給交通改善400萬元。
著名建築公司，包括Elkus Manfredi 建築和Sasaki在做設計，盡量減少對鄰近綠玉項鍊公園系統造成的陰影，卻同時能加強這個鄰里的特色。
西蒙斯大學把這塊土地租給Skanska 99 年，換取Skanska為西蒙斯大學建造一棟18層高，內有1100張學生床，有運動及用餐設施，預定2026年啟用的「生活及學習中心」。
一旦完全建成，長木地將在5.9公頃的土地上佔用170平方英尺，第二期工程再增加一棟14層高住宅大樓，以及一棟18層高商用樓，以及2.8公頃的開放空間。
這一發展計畫志在重振布魯克蘭大道上的宿舍群，為長木醫療區，以及鄰近社區創造一個生氣蓬勃的樞紐。
Massachusetts Economic Assistance Coordinating Council Approves New Projects to Receive Nearly $4.7 Million in State Tax Credits
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Trump Administration Delays Critical Lead Pipe Replacement Funds
Trump Administration Delays Critical Lead Pipe Replacement Funds
$50 million in funds are critical for replacing harmful lead pipes
BOSTON – Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, and State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg issued the following statements today on the Trump Administration’s delay of critical funds for lead pipe replacement.
“The Trump Administration has delayed more than $50 million in federal funding for lead service line replacement in Massachusetts,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Funding local projects is vital to get lead out of our drinking water. Massachusetts has some of the oldest housing stock and water infrastructure in the nation, and lead service lines remain a threat to public health, particularly for young children. These funds stimulate our economy by creating construction jobs, replacing outdated infrastructure, and most importantly ensuring that residents are drinking safe, clean water. We urge the Trump Administration to cease this dangerous delay in critical funding.”
“Lead pipes pose serious health risks for Massachusetts residents, especially children and those living in poorer communities,” said Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell. “Since day one, I have advocated for federal funding to address this pressing public health issue, and I will continue to speak out against policies that put the health and safety of our residents at risk.”
“This thoughtless delay is putting the safety and wellbeing of our most vulnerable residents at risk, especially our children,” said State Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg, Chair of the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust. “The federal funding we use addresses a critical health issue and allows us to invest in vital water infrastructure projects that directly benefit the people who need it most. Providing clean, lead-free drinking water should not be controversial.”
In May 2024, the EPA announced the 2024 Lead Grant allocation amount of $50.1 million. Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the EPA allocates this funding to the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund and Massachusetts Environmental Protection implements the program by selecting priority projects and partnering with municipalities and other recipients to ensure these critical infrastructure projects are completed as planned. These funds have facilitated the removal of harmful lead from drinking water by supporting public water systems for inventorying lead service lines and creating plans for the replacement of those lines.
However, the Trump Administration is delaying allocation of the 2024 Lead Grant to the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust while it conducts a review against President Trump’s Executive Orders. There is no timeline for when the funds will be released, which will result in an unnecessary delay in continuing the important work by public water suppliers to detect and remove lead from their systems. In addition to the delay in the 2024 funding allocation, Massachusetts is still awaiting the EPA’s revised formula for the funding. Massachusetts officials have been advocating for an improved formula in line with previous allocations. If that formula changes, it could impact the amount of the 2025 and 2026 grants.
Healey-Driscoll Administration, MassDOT, MBTA Celebrate Launch of South Coast Rail
Healey-Driscoll Administration, MassDOT, MBTA Celebrate Launch of South Coast Rail
Service began today on the new Fall River/New Bedford Commuter Rail Line
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For the first time in over 65 years, the cities and towns of southeastern Massachusetts will now have passenger rail service to and from downtown Boston. Schedules are available on mbta.com.
“Our administration isn’t kicking the can down the road when it comes to delivering the transportation system that our residents deserve. That’s exactly how we approached the South Coast Rail project. After years of delays, we took this challenge head on and delivered for the people of the South Coast – and our entire state will benefit,” said Governor Maura Healey. “The start of rail service will give people more options for how to get around, where to live and where to work. It means less traffic congestion and shorter commutes, giving people more time back with their loved ones. And it will bring more customers to local businesses and cultural attractions in Southeastern Mass. We congratulate General Manager Eng and his team, especially all of the workers who got this line ready to roll, for their hard work on this transformative project.”
“There’s a reason that Commuter Rail ridership has returned to pre-pandemic levels faster than any other system in the country – because we’ve proven to riders that it’s an easy and reliable way to get where they need to go. That’s why it’s so important that we are expanding rail service to the South Coast for the first time in 65 years,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “As a former Mayor of a city with commuter rail service, I know what it does for a local economy, especially in South Coast cities that have incredible destinations like Battleship Cove in Fall River, the New Bedford Whaling Museum, art galleries in Taunton, and feasts and festivals all over. We are thrilled to be bringing this investment to the South Coast and hope riders will join us aboard the train soon!”
“The Healey-Driscoll administration is deeply committed to meeting the needs of every resident in every municipality—and to advancing efforts that leave our communities stronger than we found them,” said Transportation Secretary and CEO Monica Tibbits-Nutt. “The story of South Coast Rail is one of perseverance and persistence. What began as a grassroots movement to connect Boston to New Bedford and Fall River grew into a powerful regional call to action. After more than a decade of collaboration, coordination, and unwavering commitment, this region now has access to the passenger rail service it has long deserved.”
“It is with great pride that we deliver long-awaited train service to southeastern Massachusetts, making South Coast Rail a reality. The Healey-Driscoll Administration is giving us the tools to rebuild and reshape mass transportation to support communities, housing, and jobs for current and future riders. This is truly a day for celebration for all, in particular for the many stakeholders who long advocated for this service,” said MBTA General Manager and CEO Phillip Eng. “It is through the collaboration of an incredible number of MBTA teams, contractor crews, our MassDOT partners, many community members, elected officials, our operating partners at Keolis, and so many more. I am so grateful for their dedication and tremendous hard work. Today, we make history together and welcome back our southeastern Mass. passengers to the T.”
The South Coast Rail Program extended the existing Middleborough Commuter Rail Line, reconstructed over 17 miles of the New Bedford Main Line and nearly 12 miles of the Fall River Secondary Line, upgraded the existing Middleborough Secondary track from Pilgrim Junction to Cotley Junction (a distance of 7.1 miles), constructed two new layover facilities, and constructed six new Commuter Rail stations at Middleborough, East Taunton, Freetown, Fall River Depot, Church Street, and New Bedford.
South Coast Rail Schedules
South Coast Rail will operate more trips than originally planned, which benefits both the newly served southeastern Massachusetts communities and previously served communities like Brockton and Bridgewater. Through enhanced access to public transportation, South Coast Rail is anticipated to offer significant economic and housing development, as well as educational and recreational opportunities throughout southeastern Massachusetts with area residents having much easier access to the many amenities of the South Coast and connections to downtown Boston.
There are 15 trips on the Fall River section of the line and 17 trips on the New Bedford section of the line for a total of 32 trips between South Station and East Taunton on weekdays. There are a total of 26 trips between South Station and East Taunton on the weekends. Trains run every 70 minutes on weekdays and every two hours on the weekends.
Late-night service is offered to South Coast Rail stations with the last train leaving Boston just before midnight.
In addition to direct service, there are connecting trains operating between each terminus point and East Taunton Station. This allows for even more frequent service, which is consistent with the all-day service model across the rest of the Commuter Rail network.
Full schedules are available now at mbta.com.
Commuter Rail Line and Station Renaming, Other Changes
Passengers are reminded that the Middleborough/Lakeville Commuter Rail Line is now renamed the Fall River/New Bedford Commuter Rail Line.
Middleborough/Lakeville station (located at 125 Commercial Drive, Lakeville) is renamed Lakeville Station.
Commuter Rail trains no longer stop at Lakeville Station. The Lakeville Station will serve only the seasonal CapeFLYER.
The new Middleborough Station (located at 52 West Grove Street, Middleborough) will serve the Commuter Rail.
Free Weekday Service March 24 – March 31
As previously announced, fare-free weekday service will be available on the Fall River and New Bedford lines each weekday, March 24 – March 31. Passengers can ride for free if they are boarding or ending their ride at one of the six South Coast Rail stations. Riders should share their origin and destination stations with conductors in order to receive free travel. This offer is only valid on the Fall River and New Bedford lines and does not apply to trains on other Commuter Rail lines.
Free Weekend Service and Parking This Spring
As previously announced, free weekend service and daily parking will be available from March 29 to April 27.
Free Weekend Service
Fare-free service will be available on the Fall River/New Bedford Commuter Rail Lines for all weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) between March 29 and April 27 as well as on April 21 (Patriots’ Day). Passengers can ride for free if they are boarding or ending their ride at one of the six South Coast Rail stations.
Riders should share their origin and destination stations with conductors to receive free travel. This offer is only valid on the Fall River and New Bedford Commuter Rail Lines and does not apply to trains on other Commuter Rail lines.
On weekdays, regular Commuter Rail fares are in effect for South Coast Rail.
Free Parking
Commuter Rail parking at the six South Coast rail station lots – Middleborough, East Taunton, Freetown, Church Street, Fall River Depot, and New Bedford – will be free March 24 through the end of the day on April 30, 2025.
This free parking promotion may end earlier than anticipated if South Coast Rail parking lots fill up and spaces become unavailable. Standard parking rates for South Coast Rail stations are $4 per day on weekdays and $2 per day on weekends/holidays.
Fares
On weekdays beyond March 31 and weekends after April, regular Commuter Rail fares are in effect for South Coast Rail. All South Coast Rail stations are Zone 8 stations. This means that passengers pay a full fare of $12.25 and a reduced fare of $6 for a one-way ride between Zone 1A to 8. Passengers can purchase fares onboard with conductors or via the mTicket app. mTickets are a convenient option for one-way Commuter Rail rides or pass holders who don’t often take subway or bus, offering a $10 discount on monthly passes and a 10% discount for 5-day Flex Passes. mTickets are valid for 90 days after purchase. More information is available at mbta.com/mTicket.
Other fare options:
Weekend/Holiday Pass: Flat $10 weekend and holiday pass fares apply across Commuter Rail stations and zones including South Coast Rail
Monthly Pass (Zone 8): Monthly Zone 8 passes cost $388 full fare / $190 reduced fare. A discount of $10 full fare / $5 reduced fare is available for monthly passes on mTicket.
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