Arrigo says $6 million in general fund; $8.2 million in ‘rainy day fund’ Mayor Brian Arrigo reported to the City Council that the City of Revere is in “spectacular financial shape†during his update on Free Cash Transfers to the…
Author: Cary Shuman
— Appreciation — Remembering Alan Belinfante, Co-owner of Beach Sales
Alan Belinfante, an owner of Beach Sales, a legendary appliance store in Revere for many years, died unexpectedly on March 6, 2019. He was 73 years old. Many long-time customers joined his relatives, friends, and colleagues in paying tribute to…
CAPIC’s Fuel Assistance Program Provides a Vital Service to Residents
Under the leadership of Executive Director Robert Reppucci, Community Action Programs Inter City (CAPIC) has been a national model in addressing the needs of low-income families in Chelsea, Revere, and Winthrop. CAPIC’s fuel assistance program has been one of its…
Councillors Look At Regulations for Airbnb
Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe said there are more than 100 Airbnb rentals throughout the city. Keefe’s goal is to enact legislation to regulate Airbnb properties and create revenue for the city. “The issue is in [Council] sub-committee at this…
Revere Fares Well in First Major Snowstorm
The month of March truly came in like a lion as Revere residents faced late-winter snow in the form of back-to-back storms over the weekend and into Monday. After getting 5 inches of snow on Saturday, Mother Nature brought close…
Neighborhood Developers to Host Board Leadership Boot Camp
After having a successful debut in Chelsea last year, The Neighborhood Developers (TND) is bringing its Board Leadership Boot Camp to Revere beginning Thursday, March 7 at Revere High School. Mayor Brian Arrigo and Sen. Joseph Boncore will be the…
Gibson Park Upgrades Are Close to Completion Community Playground Build Event Set for May 17-19
Gary Ferragamo is the president of the Point of Pines Beach Association and he, like other residents of the Pines, is excited about the restoration of the Gibson Park playground. “I’m here to support Elle (Baker), who is on our…
Revere Community Rallies Around Teacher And Coach Joe Ciccarello Following Tragic Home Fire
The Revere community is rallying around popular high school teacher and coach Joe Ciccarello following a one-alarm fire Sunday morning that destroyed the family home in Melrose. Ciccarello and his wife, Adeline, were able to exit safely as flames engulfed…
Mayor Arrigo Says State of the City Is Strong in Positive Address
Mayor Brian Arrigo, beginning his fourth year as the city’s chief executive, said the state of the city is “strong†during his Annual State of the City Address Feb. 7 before a large audience at the Susan B. Anthony School…
Smiles All Around – Dr. Fatima Maarouf Celebrates Second Year in Winthrop
Dr. Fatima Maarouf is approaching the second anniversary of her growing dental practice, Harborside Dental, 313 Main St. Two years ago Dr. Maarouf made a major decision in her career to acquire the practice of longtime Winthrop dentist, Dr. Richard…
RHS Girls Basketball Qualifies for State Tournament Cheever Scores 33 in Win over Medford
Any basketball performance in double figures is very good. Twenty or more points in the scorebook is excellent. Thirty-three points in a 32-minute basketball game is superstar caliber. Junior captain Erika Cheever scored a career-high 33 points to lead the…
Arrigo to Deliver State of the City Address Thursday
Mayor Brian Arrigo will deliver the annual State of the City Address on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Susan B. Anthony Middle School Auditorium. Several dignitaries are expected to be in attendance. Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito, Suffolk County District…
Revere Election Season Begins with Ward 6 Race
The 2019 city election season has begun, with two residents, Ricky Serino and Nick Moulaison, announcing that they will be running for the Ward 6 seat on the Revere City Council. Interestingly, both Serino and Moulaison were watching the Jan.…
Revere School Committee Leaders Look Ahead to Busy New Year
The leadership team of the Revere School Committee is set for 2019, with Mayor Brian Arrigo serving as chair of the committee, Michael Ferrante serving as vice chair, and Gerry Visconti serving as secretary. The other members of the seven-member…
Guaranteed to Make You Smile Drs. Mobed and Parsi Find Great Success in Revere
Dr. Fardad Mobed and Dr. Lily Parsi certainly have a lot in common. Both are scholars, which goes without saying. They hold degrees in engineering: Dr. Mobed, a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Dr. Parsi, three advanced degrees in Civil, Water…
Reaching New Heights DeAlmeida Will Continue Soccer Career at UMass/Boston
Joshua DeAlmeida, the leading scorer on the Revere High boys soccer team the past two seasons, has announced that he will be attending UMass/Boston in the fall. Revere High School Director of Athletics Frank Shea held a Letter-of-Intent signing ceremony…
Councillor Patch Plans to Retire at Year’s End Announcement Stuns all at City Council Meeting
Ward 6 City Councillor Charlie Patch stunned his colleagues Monday night and the television audience at home with his announcement that he will be retiring from the Council at the end of the year. “I just want to announce after…
City Officials Praise Patch for his Public Service
Mayor Brian Arrigo, State Rep. RoseLee Vincent, Ward 5 Councillor John Powers and School Committee member Gerry Visconti lauded Ward 6 Councillor Charlie Patch for his outstanding record of public service following Patch’s announcement that he will retiring from the…
New Concession Stand Set for Construction at Griswold Park
The long-awaited concession stand at Griswold Park, home to the Revere Youth Baseball and Softball League (RYBSL) and the Revere High softball team, will open this summer. The City Council unanimously approved an appropriation Monday night in the amount of…
Revere Weathers First 2019 Storm Well
Mother Nature threw it all at Revere – snow, freezing rain, and sub-freezing temperatures – but the city handled the first stormy blast of the winter very well. Mayor Brian Arrigo said there were no major storm-related issues in the…
