Wong and Yee family associations celebrate Chinese New Year

The Yee and Wong Family Associations celebrated the Year of the Snake at Chinatown’s Empire Garden Restaurant. The Yee event was on March 9, while the Wong dinner was on March 10.

Gov. Patrick honors Quincy teen for heroism during blizzard

Governor Deval Patrick yesterday met with Dylan Hughes, a Quincy teenager who rescued his 103-year-old neighbor at the height of the massive winter storm in February, to present a citation officially recognizing his heroic act.

New England Gee How Oak Tin Family Association rings in Chinese New Year

The Gee How Oak Tin Family Association of New England celebrated the Year of the Snake during its annual banquet Feb. 16 at the China Pearl and Hei La Moon restaurants with 107 tables. The family association represents Chinese individuals with the surname of Chan, Woo and Yuen, including “Uncle Bill” and “Uncle Frank” Chin.

Interview with Tackey Chan

Only weeks away from Election Day, self-proclaimed “Quincy kid” Tackey Chan, recently sat down with the Sampan to discuss his candidacy for state representative.