What are Democratic Town Committees?
Democratic Town Committees (DTCs) and Democratic City Committees (DCCs) are official entities recognized by the Massachusetts Democratic Party and by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Several hundred local, community-based Democratic Committees function in Massachusetts cities and towns. Their responsibilities include organizing local Democrats, working to elect Democrats to public office, and increasing Democratic registration in their respective neighborhoods.
The North Shore region of Massachusetts has no fixed definition. It may be considered as the region north of Boston, extending to the New Hampshire border, encompassing the communities that border the Atlantic Ocean and including several inland communities This portion of the Massachusetts Cities and Towns map shows the North Shore region.
Most of these cities and towns have Democratic City or Town Committees that hold regular meetings, often with guest speakers, and engage in various activities that promote Democratic values. Committee meetings are open to the public. You do not need to be a member to attend meetings, and you are welcome to volunteer to participate in activities that fit your interests.
This Website is a gateway to the North Shore Democratic City and Town Committees. The DTCs section has links to the Democratic Committee Websites and Facebook pages, and we encourage you to contact a local or nearby Committee to learn what is going on in your community. We also include information on current officeholders and we provide links to many national organizations.
News
New COVID-19 Vaccines with a 2024–2025 Formula
Three new COVID-19 vaccines are now available in the United States. These formulations were updated in August 2024 to target the Omicron variant that has been circulating in the summer of 2024.
Two are mRNA vaccines:
- Moderna COVID-19 vaccine (2024-2025 Formula, based on KP.2)
- Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine (2024-2025 Formula, based on KP.2)
One is an adjuvanted recombinant protein vaccine:
- Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, adjuvanted (2024-2025 Formula, based on JN.1)
The general recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is vaccination with a 2024-2025 formula COVID-19 vaccine for individuals aged six months or older.
Vaccination is especially recommended for individuals 65 years or older, immunocompromised individuals, and individuals with multiple medical comorbidities, as they are at highest risk of severe outcomes with COVID-19 and are most likely to benefit from vaccination. The new vaccine provides coverage for the Omicron variant that has been circulating, and it also boosts waning immunity that is common in the older age groups.
CDC Reference: Link
Upcoming Events
Fall Reception: Eunice Zeigler for Governor's Council
Eunice Zeigler, currently a Methuen City Councilor, is a candidate for the Governor’s Council, Fifth District. She would replace Eileen Duff who—after six terms serving on the Council—is now a candidate for Essex County Register of Deeds.
Join us for a fundraising reception in support of Eunice Zeigler.
The Blue Shamrock
105 Market Street Lowell, MA 01852
October 17, 2024
5:00pm-7:00pm
RSVP Online: Link
Eunice is running for Governor's Councilor, District 5 to leverage her 10+ years in public service and community engagement to help bring more transparency to the office and resources to the district.
She is running because she knows first-hand what it’s like to be disregarded and overcome barriers to make an impact. We need leadership that will not just listen to the community but will work proactively with the community to bring change. A community advocate who will enhance public access to council meetings, vote to confirm judges that will protect our rights, and elevate the reach of the council to better serve the Commonwealth. This is why she is running to be your Governor's Councilor.
Get Out The Vote Rally
To launch early voting, the 3T & 2C will hold a "Get out the Vote" rally on Saturday, October 19th from 10:00 - 12:00 PM on High Street in front of the Bartlet Mall. Join us and bring a friend. We will have candidate and "Vote Blue" signs, or bring your own.
Personal signs should be messages of freedom, joy and Democracy. Let's leave the negativity to the other side.
It Can't Happen Here—Again
The Newburyport Democratic City Committee and The PEG Center for Art & Activism are partnering with Writers for Democratic Action to Present It Can’t Happen Here–Again! Admission to both performances is free. Details are provided in the Press Releas.
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Farmers Markets: Lynn, Swampscott, Marblehead
