Thomas O’Brien, managing partner of The HYM Investment Group, the real estate company redeveloping the Suffolk Downs site, told the Revere City Council Monday that HYM will be building a $500 million life science center on the Revere portion of…
Author: Cary Shuman
Council Honors Women Encouraging Empowerment
Women Encouraging Empowerment (WEE) was honored with a Revere City Certificate of Appreciation for its efforts in helping residents who were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. In announcing the award, Councillor-at- Large Steven Morabito said, “Women Encouraging Empowerment has been…
Revere High School FEM Club Receives Certificate of Appreciation
The Revere High School Feminist Empowerment Movement [FEM] Club received a City Council Certificate of Appreciation for assisting residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We can all agree that giving students a voice is very important,†said Councillor-at-Large Steven Morabito. “And…
Council Presents Certificate of Appreciation to COVID-19 Community Response Network
Councillor-at-Large Steven Morabito led the Certificate of Appreciation presentation ceremony that honored the Revere COVID-19 Community Response Network during Monday’s City Council meeting. “I just want to thank all the members of the Revere COVID-19 Response Network who were involved…
COVID-19 Emergency Response Team Honored
Lauren Buck, director of the Revere Department of Public Health, appeared at the Revere City Council meeting Monday to accept a Certificate of Appreciation on behalf of Revere’s COVID-19 Emergency Response Team. Councillor-at-Large Steven Morabito praised the Response Team for…
Anthony D’Ambrosio Will Run for Re-Election
Though he has not yet pulled his nomination papers, School Committee member Anthony D’Ambrosio said he will be a candidate for re-election to the board this fall. “We’re going full steam ahead,†said D’Ambrosio. The 25-year-old Yale graduate topped the…
Powers Wants Timing of Lights Reviewed at Revere Street Intersection
If you’ve ever traveled on Revere Street and tried to make a left turn onto Route 1A/North Shore Road, you know of the vexing situation of which Ward 5 Councillor John Powers speaks. Unless you’re at or near the front…
Ramp at Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center Gets Council Support
The Revere City Council approved a request by Councillors Gerry Visconti, Jessica Giannino, and Richard Serino to install a ramp on the side entrance of the Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center, but not before Revere ADA Coordinator Ralph DeCicco offered a differing…
MLB Pitch Hit & Run Contest Set for This Saturday at Griswold: Shawn Vetere Brings Popular Event to the City
If you’ve ever competed in Major League Baseball’s Pitch Hit & Run Contest, you know what a well-organized and fun-filled event that it is. Revere baseball and softball players can now thank Coach Shawn Vetere for bringing the elite of…
Traffic Commission Will Hold Hearing for Healthcare Workers’ Parking
The Revere Traffic Commission voted at its May 27 meeting to hold a public hearing on the issue of granting special parking permits for healthcare workers who assist seniors at residences such as the Jack Satter House on Revere Beach…
Little Free Libraries Are Ready for the Summer
Margo Johnson said her love for Revere’s Little Free Libraries (known as LFL’s) began in July, 2018 when she attended a meeting with Kathleen Heiser and Kristopher Grahame to discuss the new concept. Johnson immediately reached out to Revere Open…
City Council Discusses Urban Farming and Beekeeping Ordinances
The City Council discussed urban farming and beekeeping ordinances at a May 24 public hearing. Dimple Rana, director of community engagement for the City of Revere, opened the forum by elaborating on the goals of Revere on the Move, stating…
Arrigo Credits Faith Leaders for Their Efforts During COVID-19
Mayor Brian Arrigo thanked leaders in Revere’s religious community for their efforts and partnerships during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of his opening remarks at a Revere Interfaith Prayer Event broadcast live May 27 on Revere TV. Arrigo said for…
The Rev. Patrick Healy Celebrates His 100th Birthday at Chelsea Soldier’s Home
Distinguished veterans and residents of the Chelsea Soldier’s Home, family, friends, and state officials came to St. Michael’s Chapel Sunday to honor the Rev. Patrick Francis Healy, the Home’s beloved chaplain, on the occasion of his 100th birthday. The Rev.…
City to Hold Memorial Day Exercises
The City of Revere will hold its Memorial Day exercises Monday (May 31) at 11 a.m. on the American Legion Hall Lawn on Broadway. Marc Silvestri, Revere director of veterans’ services, will serve as master of ceremonies for the program.…
Powers Says ‘Teenage Parties’ Must Be Halted in Pines Road Property
What began as a discussion about short-term rental ordinances for Airbnb properties evolved into a startling relevation by Ward 5 Councillor John Powers that “teenage parties†are being held on weekends inside an Airbnb property on Pines Road. Powers also…
Council Approves CIT Appropriation of $295,00 for Public Space Improvements at RB Restaurant
The City Council approved an appropriation of $295,000 from the Community Improvement Trust (CIT) Fund for public space improvements at the Tyde Restaurant which will open at 21 Revere Beach Boulevard at street level as part of the spectacular Ryder…
McKenna Praises Responders to Endicott Avenue Fire
Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna thanked Revere firefighters, police officers, and other responders for their amazing efforts during Thursday’s five-alarm fire on Endicott Avenue. Following are Councillor McKenna’s remarks at Monday night’s City Council meeting: On Thursday at 1:30 p.m.,…
Guinasso Wants Coyote Situation Addressed in Rear of Lincoln School
Saying the area behind the Lincoln School is a habitat for coyotes and raccoons, Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso wants the DPW to remove the tall grass, weeds, and dead trees at that location in the interest of public safety.…
McKenna Requests Parking Exemptions for Ocean Ave. Residents
Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna is seeking to change the parking enforcement regulations for Ocean Avenue residents so they won’t receive tickets for parking on the roadway during the hours of 9-10 a.m. “The Ward 1 residents that got stickers…
