Month: October 2022
Fall Events At The Senior Center
Meet Tom Skwierawski, the Revere’s New Chief of Planning and Community Development
Monday, October 17 marked Tom Skwierawski’s first day as the City of Revere’s new Chief of Planning and Community Development. Tom worked in the City of Fitchburg for the last eight years, where he was Executive Director of Community Development…
Council Approves $29.5 Million for Acquisition of Wonderland Property: New High School Project Can Move Forward
The cheers you may have heard in Revere Monday night were those of parents of schoolchildren applauding the City Council for voting by an 8-2 margin to approve a loan order in the amount of $29.5 million for the acquisition…
City Councillors Blast National Grid at Meeting
The Revere City Council sharply criticized National Grid during a hearing about the installation of an underground conduit on Campbell Avenue for HYM’s development project at Suffolk Downs. Alex Glanville, a representative of National Grid, took the brunt of the…
Traffic Comm. Shifts Into Reverse, Ends 60-Day Trial To Await Results of Traffic Study
The Revere Traffic Commission unanimously voted to end a 60-day trial period for Sigourney Rd. and Derby St. that had converted those streets temporarily into one-way roadways in order to give some relief to the residents of Derby and Sigourney…
News Briefs
Revere’s All Hallows Eve Grab your costumes, bring the family and get ready for truly spooky day of events. Revere’s All Hallows’ Eve brings together multiple Halloween inspired events for all ages. Lift Your Spirits Beer Garden (Veterans Memorial Park)…
License Commission Approves License for Used Car Dealership
The Revere License Commission held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday evening, October 19, in the City Council Chamber. Chairman Robert Selevitch and fellow member Daniel Occena were on hand for the meeting. Although there were only four items on…
Those 30 House Democrats: Did You Send YourLetter to Putin Too?
Earlier this week, a group of 30 House Democrats sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to seek a diplomatic solution with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. “In conclusion, we urge you to make vigorous diplomatic…
Enjoy a Happy — and Safe — Halloween
With the Halloween holiday on Monday, and with many celebrating it over the weekend, we urge all of our readers to take part in the holiday festivities in a safe manner. Motorists should be extra cautious — by which we…
Guest Op-Ed: Yes on 4: Practical, Safe, Economic Policy
By East Boston’s Delegation Senator Lydia Edwards, Representative Adrian Madaro and City Councilor Gabriela Coletta In East Boston, we represent one of the most diverse populations in the state. We are not only proud of diversity but we know that,…
Letter to the Editor
The Ultimate Solution Dear Editor, The thought of WWIII and the nuclear devestation that would ensue makes one ponder eternal issues. We’ve been plagued with many ills, the greatest resides in the human heart. No amount of education, environmental improvements…
Guest Op-Ed: The Inflation Reduction Act Is Lowering Costs for Seniors
By Katherine Clark, Congresswoman (MA-5) In August, I got a call from Barry from Waltham. Tragically, his wife has cancer, and while her prescriptions are covered by Medicare, they cost $3,000 a month. Read that again: $3,000 a month. They’re…
Revere Football Loses, 20–14, to Classical
The Revere High football team seemed to have its MIAA playoff berth in hand on Senior Night at Harry Della Russo Stadium, but Lynn Classical rallied in the second half to defeat the Patriots, 20-14, Friday. “It’s a game that…
Boxing Program Flourishing With New Location and Donors
By Melissa Moore-Randall Revere Police School Resource Officer Joe Singer and professional boxer Greg Vendetti started a boxing program in a 20 x 20 space at Revere High last year. They made a promise to their students they would get…
RHS Sports Roundup
RHS Girls Volleyball Is Killing It, Now at 18–0 The Revere High girls volleyball team kept its undefeated record intact with a 3-0 victory over non-league opponent Greater Lowell Tech last week. The set scores in the Lady Patriots’ triumph…
Obituaries 10-26-2022
Joseph Anthony Laurenza He Will Forever Be Lovingly Remembered for His Strength, Character, Kindness and Sparkling Blue Eyes Joseph “Joe†Anthony Laurenza of Revere, formerly of Everett, passed peacefully at home on October 18 after a valiant battle with cancer.…
Trunk or Treat At the Rumney Marsh Academy
Revere High Class of 1977 Hosts Reunion
Council Defers Wonderland Property Acquisition Request
In a move that dramatically affects the advancement of the new high school project for now, the Council deferred to a subcommittee a request for a loan order of $29.5 million for the acquisition of the former Wonderland Greyhound Park…
