After a brutal attack on Revere native Richie Scannelli – a mentally disabled man – in Winthrop last week by a group of teens, the 57-year-old has incurred significant medical bills after many hours of surgery and care. David and…
Month: August 2013
Former Resident is in Middle of National Immigration Debate
Just a few years ago, Maria Peniche was roaming the halls of Revere High School (RHS), a smiling young lady full of energy with academic talents that she hoped would one day lead to a career at the United Nations…
Preliminary in Ward 5 Called off with Billy Bell’s Withdrawal
It looks as if last week’s announcement of a Preliminary Election was a bit preliminary. This week, the Sept. 17th Preliminary Election in Ward 5 is called off just one week after it was called. That came on Monday when…
Fight Brewing over Digital Billboards
Members of the Revere Beautification Committee (RBC) typically focus in on trash, but currently they are crunching numbers and they believe the City is getting ripped off by billboard companies looking to convert to digital displays. Currently, ClearChannel Outdoor –…
Revere Man Killed in Robbery at Boston Store
A Revere family this week has been devastated by the murder of Joe Morante Jr. last Wednesday, July 31st, and District Attorney Dan Conley is asking that the heat be turned on in the investigation into who murdered him in…
August is Here
Yes, the days have become noticeably shorter and there has been a chill in the air at night. And when the calendar turns to August, as it has, it’s sort of a signal that the new school year is not…
Communication is Needed: Establishments Should Be Included Next Year
The Revere Beach Partnership did a fantastic job with this year’s National Sand Sculpting Festival at Revere Beach. The necessity of spreading out the festival on the beach, and making other, significant changes because of safety concerns by state officials…
New RPL Director Takes over Post: Sheehan to Guide Library into a New Era
For any institution to remain relevant, it must adapt to the times. A library is no exception. When we were growing up and going to our local library more than 40 years ago, every visit was an adventure in discovering …
Police Briefs 08-07-2013
MONDAY, JULY 29 John M. Church, 24, of 84 Walnut Ave., was arrested on charges of trespassing and breaking & entering with intent to commit a misdemeanor. Shaina Elaine Stevens, 26, of Beverly, was arrested on an outstanding warrant and on…
She’s Got Game: Eve Lescovitz Qualifies for Drive Chip and Putt Regionals
Eve Lescovitz is an excellent student who has earned all As for her work in the classroom. But she’s also getting high marks for her skill and talent on the golf course. Competing in her first-ever tournament, the Drive Chip…
Obituaries 08-07-2013
Patricia Ann Straccia Former East Boston Resident Patricia Ann (Hancock) Straccia, formerly of East Boston, died in Winthrop on August 4. She was the beloved wife of the late Jerry A. “Chirpy” Straccia; devoted mother of Paula Czernetzky of Everett,…
Weiner Kidnapping, Attempted Murder Case Turns Heads
In an unbelievable case involving attempted murder, Sexting and kidnapping last Sunday, one Reservoir Avenue man sits behind bars this week – held in Chelsea Court without bail pending a dangerousness hearing. Anthony Weiner, 25, of 334 Reservoir Ave., has…
