Author: Journal Staff
Bright Retires after Nearly 40 Years in Department
By Adam Swift After nearly 40 years as a Revere firefighter, the last eight-and-a-half of those as chief, Chris Bright has retired. Bright’s experience, leadership, and compassion were honored during a ceremony at fire headquarters on Thursday, Jan. 2 marking…
Joanne McKenna seeks election as Councillor-at-Large
Special to the Journal Ward One Councillor Joanne McKenna has announced her intent to run for a City Council At-Large seat. The following is her statement: “It is with great pleasure that I announce my candidacy for Councillor at Large…
McKenna’s Announcement Signals Start of Election Season in Revere
By Cary Shuman Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna has decided to run for councillor-at-large in the municipal election this fall. McKenna spoke with the Revere Journal Monday about her decision that signals the start of the 2025 election season in…
Dominican National at State Shelter in Revere Accused of Drug and Firearm Offenses
Staff Report The arrest of a Dominican national accused of firearm and drug charges who was residing at a state-funded migrant shelter in Revere has had reverberations across the city and state. On Friday, Dec. 27, U.S. Immigration and Customs…
News Briefs
Revere Prepares for Cold Winter Weather As the City of Revere prepares for cold winter weather, the Office of Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Jr., the Department of Public Health, and the Department of Public works have compiled a guide to…
Revitalized Mobile City Hall Program kicks off on Jan. 16
Special to the Journal The City of Revere is revitalizing the Mobile City Hall program, and bringing accessible constituent services into neighborhoods, beginning outside Beachmont Train Station on Thursday, January 16, 2025, from 12:00pm-2:00pm. At Mobile City Hall, residents can…
SSC orders health insurancecompanies to pay over $165million for deceptive sales scheme
Special to the Journal Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced today that her office has obtained a favorable order from Suffolk Superior Court (SSC) against three UnitedHealth insurance companies, HealthMarkets, Inc. and its subsidiaries, The Chesapeake Life Insurance Company, and…
A.C. Whelan Celebrates Students for Exemplifying Respect
By Melissa Moore-Randall The A.C. Whelan School proudly honored 28 amazing students who exemplified respect in their daily interactions. This round, nominations came from our Specialist team, Interventionist staff, support staff (counselors and coaches), English Language team, and special education staff…
Lighthouse Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center appointsStephen Doyle as new administrator
Special to the Journal Lighthouse Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center today announced that Stephen Doyle has been appointed as its Administrator. With over 25 years of experience in long-term care, Doyle leads the 123-bed center’s ongoing efforts to provide exceptional care…
Attorney Allison S. Cartwright Sworn in as Clerk of SJC for Suffolk County
Special to the Journal Allison S. Cartwright, Esq., was sworn in January 1 as Clerk of the Supreme Judicial Court for the County of Suffolk by SJC Chief Justice Kimberly S. Budd, in a ceremony that took place in the…
Jimmy Carter practiced what he preached
The passing of former President Jimmy Carter at the age of 100 brings to an end the extraordinary life of a man who ascended from the small town of Plains, Georgia (population 552) to the highest office in the world.…
Even when the Patriots won,they lost
Heading into the final week of the NFL season, the Patriots were in prime position to claim the #1 draft pick, which held the promise of trading that pick to a team that needs a quarterback in return for a…
RHS Roundup
Patriots roll past Chelsea The Revere High boys basketball team made the short trek down Broadway to take on Greater Boston League (GBL) archrival Chelsea Friday and returned home with a convincing 74-51 victory over the Red Devils, who entered…
Obituaries 01-08-2025
Master Chief Petty Officer (Ret.) James F. King June 12, 1932 – November 25, 2024 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Master Chief Petty Officer (Ret.) James F. King, 92, of Key West, Florida, on…
Revere Holds Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Ceremony
ZBA Grants Variances for New Warehouse
Special to the Journal The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) held its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday evening, December 18, in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber. Chair Michael Tucker and fellow members Aklog Limeneh, John Lopes,…
Unexpended Bond Funds to Help Pay for New Capital Projects
By Adam Swift The city will be able to use unexpended bond proceeds from several completed capital projects to help fund some new projects. At the city council’s last meeting of the year in December, it held a public hearing…
The Ultimate Educator
Community pays tribute to legendary teacher and coach Peter DiGiulio By Cary Shuman In an impressive tribute that packed the Buonfiglio Funeral Home Sunday, family, friends, former students and colleagues paid their respects to Peter V. DiGiulio, who was a…
Window To The World
Doherty concludes a legendary career with Kelly’s Roast Beef By Cary Shuman As a rising sophomore hockey star at Revere High School, Dan Doherty began working summers at Kelly’s Roast Beef on Revere Beach Boulevard. “I was 15 years old…
