Month: October 2024
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Council Begins Discussion on Extended Terms
By Adam Swift Several city councillors are looking to extend council and school committee terms from two to four years, beginning with the 2027 municipal election. The motion was introduced at Monday night’s meeting by councillors Angela Guarino-Sawaya, Marc Silvestri,…
Appreciation: Cosmo DiLiegro, Owner of Cosmo Pools
By Cary Shuman Cosmo Louis DiLiegro, a well-known and highly respected businessman who built a legendary swimming pool construction company in the city, died on October, 23, 2024. He was 96. Employed in the excavation business, Mr. DiLiegro built a…
Polls Open for Election Day on Tuesday
By Adam Swift Polls are open in Revere from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The presidential election tops the ballot, with Democratic nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris facing off against former President…
Ban on the Sale of Recreational Marijuana to Stay in Place
By Adam Swift Recreational marijuana sales will remain prohibited in Revere, at least for the time being. Monday night, the council approved the recommendation of its legislative affairs subcommittee to place the proposed repeal of the ban on recreational marijuana…
News Briefs
Patriot Club meeting upcoming The next meeting for The Patriot Club that is located at 90 Patriot Pkwy, Reverewill be held on November 12 Tuesday at 12:30. A head count will be taken for our December Party. “ BCBS Sponsors Free Bluebikes…
Update on Lead Service Line Programs in the City of Revere
Special to the Journal The City of Revere is proud of its commitment to removing lead services from homes and providing safe, clean drinking water to residents. To remain in compliance with Federal and State mandates, the Water, Sewer and…
A Doggie Dream Realized
Crowdfunding campaign launched for total transformation of Fitzhenry Dog Park Special to the Journal Exciting news is on the horizon as a long-held dream of community members is finally coming to fruition: the total transformation of Fitzhenry Dog Park. This…
Board of Health Discusses Recreational Marijuana Dispensaries
By Journal Staff The Revere Board of Health held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday, October 24, in the City Council Chambers. Chair Dr. Drew Bunker, Kathleen Savage, and Viviana Catano were on hand for the session, as well as…
ZBA Approves Variance for 56 Additional Rooms at New Squire Rd. hotel
Special to the Journal The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday evening, October 23, in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber. Chair Michael Tucker and fellow members Aklog Limeneh, John…
NSCS Celebrates 65 Years of Behavioral Health Services at Anniversary Celebration
Special to the Journal North Suffolk Community Services (NSCS) celebrated 65 years of providing essential behavioral health services at its anniversary event on Oct. 17 at Casa Lucia in Revere. “For 65 years, we have been at the forefront of providing…
Police Grant Focused on Domestic Violence Programs
By Adam Swift A state grant will help the police department fund domestic violence efforts and community outreach programs, according to Police Chief David Callahan. Monday night, Callahan updated the city council about the department’s intention to apply for the…
RHS Seniors Receive Academic Excellence Award
By Melissa Moore-Randall The Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents has designed an award for academic excellence. These awards are awarded to high school students who have distinguished themselves in the pursuit of excellence during their high school careers. The M.A.S.S.…
Redgate Announces Mila’s at Gibson Point in Partnership with Restaurateur Michael Aldi
Special to the Journal Earlier this week, Redgate, in collaboration with local restaurateur Michael Aldi, unveiled plans for Mila’s at Gibson Point. This new dining destination will bring day-to-night coastal dining to the wellness-focused Gibson Point residences. Currently under construction…
RPD Recovers Ghost Gun and Narcotics During Search Warrant
Special to the Journal Local detectives recovered narcotics, a privately manufactured firearm, also known as a ghost gun, along with magazines and ammunition following the execution of a warrant on Madison Street in Revere last week. Members of the Revere…
Street Dedicated in Honor of John Previte, Founder of Previte’s Market
Cary Shuman Photos The City of Revere named a local street in honor of John Previte, founder of the popular Beachmont store, Previte’s Market, during a dedication ceremony Saturday at Kimmerle Park The new street, Previte Way, was formerly Unity…
Top Healey Environmental Leader Calls for Reform at Massport
Special to the Journal In a letter to the state’s top environmental leaders earlier this month, AIR, Inc. (Airport Impact Relief, Incorporated) a local community airport environmental activist group, claimed that Massport, the agency which runs Logan Airport, is not…
MA Department of Public Health Issues Wildfire Smoke Alert in City of Revere
Smoke from regional wildfires has led to air quality degradation Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Department of Public Health, in conjunction with the Bureau of Climate and Environmental Health, has issued a Wildfire Smoke Alert in the City of…
DCR, City Dedicate Newly Transformed Sullivan Park
By Adam Swift While located on a prime piece of recreational real estate across from Revere Beach, Sullivan Park has not gotten the attention it has deserved over the years. But that has changed, as last week the state’s Department…
