St. Mary’s High School retired the jersey number “12” worn by Tony Conigliaro during a ceremony held before the premiere of a new documentary about the former Boston Red Sox star Friday night at the Lynn Veterans Auditorium. St. Mary’s…
Author: Cary Shuman
U.S.A.’s 10TH RANKED BOXER Wabik returns to the ring Jan. 31
Revere’s professional women’s boxer Kimberly Wabik is climbing the ladder and soaring toward a shot at the title. Coming off three consecutive victories, Wabik has skyrocketed to No. 10 in the USA rankings in the super lightweight division. Wabik had…
Revere CARES presents its Community Champion Awards
Revere CARES (Revere Community Action Resources and Education to Sustain a Healthier Community) honored five individuals with Community Champion Awards during the organization’s Annual Celebration held Jan. 14 at the Marina at the Wharf Restaurant and Bar. The five honorees…
Council President Keefe will continue emphasis on board’s subcommittees
Council President Patrick Keefe said he will continue to rely on Council subcommittees to hold extensive discussions on issues coming before the council, but he will welcome more feedback from speakers at the regular council meetings. One of the trademarks…
Councillors Serino and Visconti deliver introductory speeches
Early in Monday night’s City Council meeting, President Patrick Keefe welcomed its two new members, Councillor-at-Large Gerry Visconti and Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino, to the 11-member board. The two city officials received applause from their colleagues before delivering their…
Novoselsky’s motion about crosswalks draws considerable discussion
Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky wasn’t expecting a major debate about his request to prohibit the parking of motor vehicles within 10 feet of a crosswalk. But the issue certainly drew a lot of conversation and suggestions from his colleagues.…
Councillor McKenna seeks to slow down motorists on Winthrop Avenue
Ward 1 Councillor Joanna McKenna says motorists are speeding on Winthrop Avenue and she wants a solar-powered speed reader installed on the busy street in Beachmont that continues downward to Winthrop’s Short Beach along Winthrop Parkway. The Council unanimously approved…
Patrick Keefe Elected President of Council
Patrick Keefe Jr. was unanimously elected as president of the Revere City Council at a special meeting following the inauguration ceremony Monday night. Keefe, the councillor for Ward 4, thanked his colleagues in an acceptance speech after the vote. “Tonight…
City Officials Inaugurated: Mayor Arrigo Takes Oath for Second Term
Brian Michael Arrigo took the oath office as mayor at the Inauguration Ceremony of the City Government of Revere Monday before a capacity crowd at the Susan B. Anthony Middle School Auditorium. City Clerk Ashley Melnik, who was chairperson and…
City Inauguration Ceremony Set for Monday, Jan. 6
The City of Revere will hold its Inauguration Ceremony Monday (Jan. 6) at 7 p.m. at the Susan B. Anthony Middle School Auditorium. Mayor Brian Arrigo and the newly elected members of the City Council and School Committee will take…
Councillor Powers Reflects on a Successful Year for the City
Ward 5 Councillor John Powers called it “a successful year” for the city and pledged to continue to move Revere forward in the year ahead. Powers won re-election in November, defeating Eric Lampedeccio, a formidable candidate who worked hard and…
Guido Installed As President of Mass. Police Association
James R. Guido, an officer in the Revere Police Department for 34 years and its chief since 2017, was installed as president of the Massachusetts Police Association (MPA) at a ceremony Dec. 12 at Casa Lucia. The honor is a…
Eternal Memory: Niece Recalls the Heroism of Melvin Caissie
Rita “Sis” McGuirk Ducey was 13 years old and had just spent her birthday celebrating with her family, including her loving uncle and godfather, Revere firefighter Melvin Caissie. Three days later on Dec. 22, 1959, Mr. Caissie and his brother…
Patch Went Above and Beyond in His Service to the City; Colleagues Pay Tribute to Retiring Councillor
The best was truly saved for last at Monday night’s Council meeting as Ward 6 Councillor Charlie Patch gave his farewell address as a member of the Revere City Council. Patch’s distinguished service to the city covers 44 years. He…
Councillors Approve Change in Polling Location
The City Council approved a request from Election Commissioner Diane Colella seeking to move the Ward 4, Precinct 2 polling from the Central Fire Station to the Immaculate Conception Church. Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe began the debate on the…
Tax Rate Decreases, But Property Values Rise
The City Council unanimously approved the Minimum Residential Factor for the purpose of establishing the Fiscal Year 2020 tax rate at its Council meeting Monday night. Board of Assessors Chair Dana Brangiforte and Assessors John Verrengia and Mathew McGrath appeared…
Council Denies Installation Of Wireless Cell Antennas In Three Locations
The City Council denied the installation of small, low-powered wireless antennas on three existing utility poles on Kimball Avenue, North Shore Road, and Crystal Avenue. Cellco Partnership (d/b/a Verizon Wireless) sought permission from the Council to install the antennas and…
Guinasso Wants ‘Go Slow’ Signs Placed on Revere Street
The City Council approved a motion by President Arthur Guinasso that Mayor Brian Arrigo request the DPW to install “Go Slow” signs on Revere Street near the curve at St. Anthony’s Church. “This is one of most dangerous blind curves…
Appreciation: Rick Promise, Popular Member of Revere Tv Staff, Dies at the Age of 68
Richard “Rick” Promise, an institution in the community for decades through his outstanding coverage of the Revere City Council and community events for Revere TV, died on Nov. 21, 2019. He was 68 years old. Rick was a popular fixture…
Powers Concerned About Airbnb Issue and Its Effect on Ward 5 Residents
Ward 5 Councillor John Powers said he is monitoring the situation regarding the Airbnb (short-term rental) regulations being proposed for the city. “What I’m concerned about is a non-resident purchasing a two-family home and converting it solely for use as…
