By Adam Swift The city council unanimously approved the appropriations to fund new contracts with the Revere Police Patrol Officers and Superior Officers unions on Monday night. The contracts are retroactive to July 1, 2024 and run through June 30,…
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Arrigo will Leave as DCR Commissioner and Take a Position at UMass Lowell
By Cary Shuman Former Revere Mayor Brian Arrigo will leave as DCR Commissioner to take a key position in finance and operations on the Vice Chancellor’s leadership team at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Arrigo, who served as mayor of…
Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio Announces Re-election Campaign
Special to the Journal Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio has announced his bid for re-election to a second term. The following is his announcement: “I’m excited to announce that I am running for re-election as Ward 4 City Councillor. Serving…
Lifelong Resident, James Mercurio, has Announced his candidacy for Ward 1 City Councilor
Special to the Journal James Mercurio has announced his candidacy for Ward 1 City Councillor. The follow is his announcement: “As a lifelong Beachmont resident and community advocate I am proud to announce my candidacy for Ward 1 Councilor in…
Council Holds Moment of Silence for Former Councillor John Jordan
By Adam Swift The city council held a moment of silence for former member John P. Jordan at the beginning of its meeting Monday night. In addition to the moment of silence, the council also read a resolution of condolence…
News Briefs
NSCS Announces Next Community Meeting North Suffolk Community Services (NSCS) will host its fourth community meeting via Zoom for neighbors of 5 Winnisimmet St. in Chelsea on Wednesday, April 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to provide updates on…
Jaleeyah Figueroa Capunay Delivers Speech during Student Government Day
RHS junior plays the role of Lt. Gov. during annual State House event Special to the Journal Last Friday at the Massachusetts State House, Revere High School junior, Jaleeyah Figueroa Capunay, delivered a powerful speech in the House Chamber as…
ZBA Rejects Proposal for Duplexes on Ridge Road
By Journal Staff The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) held its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 26, in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber. On hand for the session were chair Michael Tucker and fellow…
Human Rights Comm. Discusses Resources Available to Immigrants
By Journal Staff The Revere Human Rights Commission (HRC) held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday, April 3. On hand for the session were Chair Chaimaa (Shay) Hossaini, Molly McGee, Kourou Pich, Dr. Lourenco Garcia, Herby Jean Baptiste, and the…
Council President Sylvestri Introduces Term-limit Motion
By Adam Swift Council President Marc Silvestri is making another attempt to introduce term limits for elected officials in Revere. Term limits were a part of Silvestri’s platform when he was first elected in 2021. Early in his first year…
With Tax Day Approaching, Gov. Healey Promotes Savings for Seniors
Special to the Journal With less than two weeks until the tax filing deadline on April 15, Governor Maura Healey continued promoting the money that Massachusetts residents, including seniors and families, will save this year because of the historic tax…
Council to Request Financial Analysis of Installing Porta-potties at City Parks
By Adam Swift The city council got down to business about people doing their business in the city’s parks at Monday night’s meeting. Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto and Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna introduced a motion requesting the installation of a…
Boston Logan International Airport Joins Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program
Program discreetly identifies passengers who may need extra support Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) is partnering with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program; a worldwide program that helps create accessible and inclusive places for all those with…
Massachusetts Caucus Of Women Legislators Celebrates 50 Years of Education, Celebration, and Reflection on Women’s Impact on State’s Politics
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators launched its 50th Anniversary celebration with a year-long series of events, educational sessions, social media highlights, and discussions focused on the legacy of women who have served in the Massachusetts…
Masterson Takes Helm of Anti-Hunger Coalition
Special to the Journal Spencer Masterson, a dedicated advocate for food justice, has joined Project Bread as the new Director of the Make Hunger History Coalition. Masterson brings more than 14 years of experience in food justice, advocacy, and coalition-building…
Revere is doing its Part for the Housing Crisis
A guest column in the Revere Journal two weeks ago discussing the new state Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) law (which allows ADUs of up to 900 sq. ft. in single-family zoning districts) included this statement, “Revere has just 18.33 housing…
No Good Can Come from the New Tariffs
It was 95 years ago in June, 1930, that President Herbert Hoover signed the Smoot-Hawley Tariff law (which had been passed by a Republican Congress) that imposed draconian increases in tariffs on more than 20,000 imported goods. Smoot-Hawley has been…
Letters to the Editor
A letter from the Mayor’s Office Dear Editor, Spring is here, and with the new season, the City of Revere has an exciting array of new programming offerings, opportunities, and important updates and information. Read through the newsletter to learn…
RHS Girls Track Competes on National Stage at Adidas Track Nationals in Virginia
By Melissa Moore-Randall The Revere High School girls’ track team has concluded another amazing season including a long list of achievements and accolades. In addition to being the undefeated GBL champions for the 2024-2025 season, four members of the team…
RHS Roundup
RHS volleyball blanks Lawrence The Revere High boys volleyball team earned a 3-0 shutout victory at non-league opponent Lawrence last Monday. Leading the way for coach Lianne Mimmo’s squad were Larry Claudio, who tallied 10 assists and served six aces,…
