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…
Author: Cary Shuman
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…
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…
Council Supports Arrigo’s Electricity Aggregation Program
The City Council expressed its support at its meeting Monday for Mayor Brian Arrigo’s proposal to establish a municipal electricity aggregation program. In an impressive debut at the Council speaking podium, Gianni Hill, aide to Mayor Arrigo, outlined the program.…
Danny Hou Named Herald ‘Football Star of the Week’
Revere High football player Danny Hou was selected a Boston Herald ‘Star of the Week’ for his performance in the Patriots’ 39-0 victory over Somerville Friday night at Dilboy Stadium. Hou, a sophomore running back, scored three touchdowns and produced…
City Council Set To Meet Monday
After a rare, one-month hiatus for the City Council due to holiday observances and other quirks in the schedule, City Council President Gerry Visconti will call a Council meeting to order on Monday, Oct. 17. The City Council will be…
Significant Interest in Revere for General Election
Revere Election Commissioner Paul Fahey said there has been “an increased level of interest†among Revere voters for the Nov. 8 general election. “A lot of people signed up for vote-by-mail ballots for both (primary and general) elections, but we’ve…
Powers Applauds Beautification Efforts at Wonderland Circle
John Powers travels through Wonderland Circle at least twice a day. The Ward 5 city councillor says, “The Circle has never looked so beautiful.†Noting that the circle is named in memory of World War I United States Navy veteran…
Chamber of Commerce Announces Award Recipients for Nov. 5 Gala
The Revere Chamber of Commerce, led by Executive Director Amanda Schepici-Portillo, has announced the award recipients for the business organization’s gala awards dinner on Saturday, Nov. 5 at Casa Lucia. The honorees are: Revere Visionary Award: Michael Aldi Dryft/Fine Line/Cut…
Council Approves Request To Install Camera at Sargent Street Dog Park
The City Council approved a request by City Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino at its Sept. 12 meeting that Mayor Brian Arrigo direct the Revere Police Department to install a camera at the Paws ‘N Play Dog Park located on…
Councillor Novoselsky Attends Rosh Hashanah Services Led by His Son
City Councillor Ira Novoselsky attended Rosh Hashanah services that were led by his son, Seth, an ordained rabbi, at the Chelsea Soldiers’ Home. Seth is one of the spiritual leaders at the Soldiers’ Home, a residence for war veterans. “I…
Marblehead’s Rising Film Maker: Award-Winning UMass Grad Corey Stein Helps Promote Businesses Through Videos
After graduating from Marblehead High School in 2015, Corey Stein earned the title “award-winning filmmaker†while majoring in Communications with a minor in Film Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Stein, 25, made films throughout his college career and…
Revere Football Team Defeats Medford, 42–15; Funez Gonzalez Scores 3 TDs in GBL Opener
The Revere High School football team bolted into the win column with a 42-15 triumph over Medford in its Greater Boston League opener last Thursday at Harry Della Russo Stadium. Maykin Funez Gonzalez rushed for three touchdowns to power the…
The Proudest of Traditions: Paul Stephen Buonfiglio Becomes Licensed Funeral Director at Family Funeral Home
Paul Stephen Buonfiglio recently became a licensed funeral director, taking a position at the Buonfiglio Family Home that has been existence in Revere for 99 years after the founders relocated it from Schenectady, N.Y. “We have another generation here,†pridefully…
Zambuto Takes His Oath of Office As Councillor-at-Large
City Clerk Ashley Melnik administered the oath of office Monday night to Anthony Zambuto, marking the former city councillor’s return to a position he had previously held for two decades on the 11-member board. Melnik told the Council that the…
Council Approves Motion for Message Boards in Support of Corrections Officer Tidman
The City Council approved a motion by Ward 3 Councillor Anthony Cogliandro that Mayor Brian Arrigo direct Police Chief David Callahan to install a solar-powered message board on a main road in Revere in support of corrections officer Matthew Tidman…
Councillor Keefe Requests Update on Police Staffing Levels, Officer Recruitment Numbers
Ward 4 City Councillor Patrick Keefe has requested that Revere Chief of Police David Callahan provide the Council with a breakdown of police staffing levels, an update on new officer recruitment, and upcoming academy training schedules. Keefe said his motion,…
Council Lauds City Planner Stringi for Development of New Zoning Map and Land Clarifications
The City Council commended City Planner Frank Stringi’s for his amendments to the city’s zoning map that will “reflect the actual land use that exists†in certain areas of the city. Stringi said the first amendment was the creation of…
Revere Drops Home Opener to Plymouth South, 35–20
The Revere High School football team didn’t get its game in high gear until the second half and the result was a 35-20 defeat at the hands of Plymouth South Friday night in the home opener at Harry Della Russo…
Revere’s Tom DiGregorio Captures Winthrop Club Championship
Revere resident Tom DiGregorio has made his first season as a member of the Winthrop Golf Club (WGC) a memorable one, capturing the title in the prestigious Club Championship tournament that was played over the past two weekends at the…
