valentine's Day Blood Drive

🚨NATIONAL BLOOD SHORTAGE 🚨

Blood donors of all types are urgently needed now.

Yesterday in celebration of Valentine’s Day week, me and members of my team visited the American Red Cross of Massachusetts’ blood drive at the Masonic Lodge in the City of Newburyport.

Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries discussion in Newburyport

The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries Clam Depuration Plant on Plum Island in the City of Newburyport is an important resource for the state's soft shell clam industry.

Unfortunately, it has suffered serious damage and the loss of the wells that supply it with salt water due to coastal erosion.

Yesterday, the Division of Marine Fisheries and the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife convened public officials and stakeholders to discuss the future of the plant, and I was pleased to be a part of that discussion, both on a plant tour in Newburyport and an evening strategy session at the DMF Annisquam River Marine Station in the City of Gloucester, MA.

While the challenges associated with the re-opening and continued operation of the plant are substantial, last night's discussion clearly moved us forward.

Through that robust conversation, which included DMF Director Dan McKiernan and DFW Commissioner Tom O' Shea, and several other state and local officials and industry stakeholders, we were able to consider several options and begin to chart a course to support those who depend on the plant.

Newburyport Shellfish Purification Plant

Very productive tour of the Newburyport Shellfish Purification Plant in the City of Newburyport yesterday.

Go Red For Women Day

Today, many lawmakers partnered with the American Heart Association for the annual Go Red For Women Day at the State House.

This special awareness day is part of the American Heart Association’s efforts to end heart disease and stroke in women and this particular year is significant marking 100 years the AHA has had an impact on raising heart disease awareness.

Cardiovascular disease is the #1 killer of women. Experts say nearly 80% of cardiac events can be prevented, but cardiovascular diseases continue to be a woman’s greatest health threat.

We wore red to support the American Heart Association and bring attention to this issue in hopes of reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Join me in wearing red for #HeartMonth to show your support for American Heart Association -- Massachusetts in the fight against heart disease and stroke.

You could be the difference between life and death for someone experiencing a cardiac event. Be ready to act by learning Hands-Only CPR. Become a member of the #NationofLifesavers at heart.org/nation.

North Andover Commission on Ability Assistance

Great time joining my Senior District Director Maryann Nay in speaking on the Ability Assistance show with an update from Beacon Hill.

Thank you to the Commission on Ability Assistance: North Andover MA for having us!

Watch our episode here: https://youtu.be/-QL5wxx3vfg?si=Php-FlLW6rTDM1E5

Repairing 97 year old Schooner

Pleasure seeing the hardwork Captain Miller-Shelley, her team, and all the volunteers put into repairing and protecting the 97-year old Schooner Adventure to ensure she sails for years to come.

Thank you to Executive Director Stuart Siegel for inviting us aboard and facilitating our visit.

To learn more: https://schooner-adventure.org/history/schooner-adventure/

Maritime Gloucester

Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce 102nd Celebration

Honored to have attended a wonderful 102nd Annual Celebration with Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce - an event highlighting the amazing local artists and business in Cape Ann.