More tax, What’s up with that? Dear Editor, As I sit and read todays Revere Journal, March 20 edition, an article of Airbnb, I wonder why our leaders want to levy more tax on the home owner. Private property pays…
Month: March 2019
Legalized Marijuana: A Few Observations
We recently attended an event at an area Senior Center for an informational presentation on marijuana, which now is legal for recreational use in Massachusetts (as well as in 10 other states across the country). The room that initially was…
RHS Lacrosse MVP Makes Her Decision: Scholar-Athlete Kiana Napolitano Will Attend Framingham State
Napolitano has devoted many hours to advancing in lacrosse and the hard work is paying off. The reigning Northeastern Conference South MVP, Napolitano holds the single-season scoring mark and every goal she scores this season, it will create a new…
Obituaries 03-27-2019
Grace Chiary Bellino Former Revere resident A visitation was held on Monday at Mackey’s Funeral Home, 128 S. Main Rt 114, Middleton for Grace Chiary Bellino who passed away after an extended battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Following a Mass celebrated…
In the St. Paddy’s Spirit at 2019 Polar Plunge
Scout Troop 15 Annual Pancake Breakfast
Traffic Commission Discusses Resident Sticker Parking Program
The City-Wide Residency Parking Sticker Program is another step closer to enactment following a public forum conducted by the Revere Traffic Commission. The Commission, led by Chairman Paul Argenzio, listened as city councillors and residents took the podium and commented…
Betterman Designated ‘Superhost’ by Airbnb
When it comes to working with Airbnb on renting properties in Revere, Steven Betterman is doing things right. Betterman, an independent local real estate agent who owns multiple properties in the city, has been operating an Airbnb property in Beachmont…
Revere Schools, Revere Police Respond to School Shooting Threat
In the wake of last year’s school shooting Florida that 17 students and faculty school districts, cities and town are taking no chances when it comes to a possible threat. One such that occured last week in Revere. According to…
News Briefs
KW Plans to Open Office in Revere Keller Williams Realty (KW) purchased a local real estate company on the corner of Broadway and Pleasant Street, formerly known as Stonehurst, and may be looking for further expansion in Revere in the…
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Splashes in the Snow to Support Public Beaches
On March 10, over 200 beach lovers braved not only the chilly winter waters but also snowy weather and plunged into Boston Harbor at the BCYF Curley Community Center in South Boston as part of the ninth annual Harpoon Shamrock…
Ten New Films by and about Immigrants to Premiere in Boston
Ten short documentary films, including one on Revere resident Dimple Rana, will share a view from all over the world, featuring immigrants being filmed by immigrants. The Boston-based Community Supported Film (CSFilm), with Michael Sheridan, founder and director, selected and…
Site Plan Review Committee Hears from Business Hopefuls
Before the Site Plan Review Committee meeting started Tuesday morning it was determined that one applicant needed more information for the committee members. The applicant, Joseph Hennessy has an interest in property on Arcadia Street where he would like to…
Revere Residents Kim Misci and Erin Shine Featured in Mlt’s Production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
Revere residents Kim Misci and Erin Shine are performing in Marblehead Little Theatre’s (MLT) production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR April 5-7 and April 11-14. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is the…
Police Briefs 03-20-2019
Road Rage A Revere man has been charged in a road rage incident on Broadway last Wednesday, March 13. Police were in the area when they witnessed a car trying to take a left from Broadway onto Central Avenue. The…
Guest Op-ed Looking at Women as Heroes
By Christine Armstrong March is Women’s History month, and Friday, March 8 was International Women’s Day. As I look back on the legacy of women in our country, I’m reminded of the vast number of accomplishments and achievements that women…
Letters to the Editor
Correggio Endorsed by Local 589 Dear Editor, The following endorsement was written to Candidate for City Council John R. Corregio before being acquired by the Revere Journal. It reads as follows: Dear Brother Correggio: It is with great pleasure the…
Another Sign of Climate Change
“Historically catastrophic†flooding is the description of what has been happening across our nation’s Midwestern Plains states this past week, thanks to a combination of heavy snows and unseasonably cold weather followed by unusually heavy rains. When most of us…
Tragedy, Sadness in New Zealand
New Zealand is a beautiful country that seems far removed, both literally and figuratively, from the problems facing the rest of our troubled planet. However, the tragic shootings at two mosques in New Zealand this past Friday have demonstrated that…
Ally Hinojosa, of Revere, Earns Spot on Softball Team at Assumption
The Assumption Department of Athletics has announced that Ally Hinojosa, of Revere, has earned a roster spot on the 2019 Assumption Softball team. Hinojosa, Class of 2020, will compete during the Greyhounds’ spring season. “I am honored and humbled to…
