Last week, I sent a letter telling the developer of the former Shaw’s site to withdraw their proposed plans for residential development.

 Based on my conversation with residents across Revere, it is clear we do not want more residential development. The people…
Author: Journal Staff
Comfort INN and Suites Steps Up And Helps Beautify Bell Circle
Comfort Inn and Suites in Revere has been an outstanding corporate neighbor, not only in hosting many local events in the professional manner than symbolizes its superb reputation in the hospitality industry, but in sponsoring events and generously donating to…
RHS Football Team to Open New Stadium Friday Night
Pomp, circumstance, and history — and football — will be on the agenda Friday evening when the Revere High football team kicks off its 2015 season under the bright lights of the all-new Harry Della Russo Stadium against the visiting…
Obituaries 09-09-2015
Paolo Cordio Retired stone mason Paolo Cardio of Beachmont Revere, formerly of East Boston and Italy, passed away at his residence following a brief illness on September 2. Born and raised in Palermo, Sicily, Italy, he came to the USA…
Hookah Lounge Raises Questions for Licensing Commission
A request to grant further licenses to Checkers Trans Group Boston, doing business as Boston Hookah Lounge, has prompted the city Licensing Commission to hold off until they can get further information regarding smoking regulations. A couple of weeks ago…
10 Council Candidates Advance to November
Councilor-at-Large Jessica Ann Giannino emerged as the top vote getter in the Preliminary Election for Councilor-at-Large held Tuesday in Revere. Giannino, who topped the ticket in the last Councilor-at-Large general election in 2013, received 2,660 votes to finish atop the…
Police Briefs 09-02-2015
MONDAY, AUGUST 24 Marvin Sanchez, 32, of Cheslea, was arrested on a charge of unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. TUESDAY, AUGUST 25 Robert J. French, 25, of 445 Vane St., was arrested on a charge of vandalizing property. WEDNESDAY,…
Support for Labor Unions Is Growing
By Warren Tolman Support for labor unions is on the rise, jumping five percentage points between 2014 and 2015. According to a Gallup poll conducted in August, a majority of Americans approve of unions, including a full two-thirds of young…
Can the Drug Epidemic Be Stopped?
A heroin epidemic is running rapid throughout every neighborhood in the City of Boston. It’s cheap enough and readily available at the drop of a hat. While police are faced with a monumental task of taking drugs off the streets…
DCF Needs a Complete Overhaul
Governor Charlie Baker has publicly stated that the embattled Department of Children and Families (DCF) still needs to improve but he feels DCF is heading in the right direction. What direction? North, South, East, West or the usual merry-go-round…
Congratulations to the Candidates
Congratulations to Mayor Dan Rizzo and Councilor-at-Large Brian Arrigo on receiving nominations for the Office of Mayor and qualifying for the General Election on Nov. 3. Also congratulations to the ten candidates who received nominations in the Councilor-at-Large Preliminary Election…
Athletic Director Frank Shea and the New Era of Revere High Sports
Has there ever been a more exciting time in the history of Revere High School athletics? The new school year begins with a new director of athletics, Frank Shea, taking over the program and the opening of a brand new…
Sports 09-02-2015
RHS football team preparing for new season in a new stadium Special to the Journal The Revere High football team has been enduring the proverbial dog days of August as Coach Lou Cicatelli’s Patriots busily prepare for what will be…
Obituaries 09-02-2015
Anthony Bono Union Laborer and weekend produce vendor at Boston’s Historic Haymarket District Anthony “Tony†Bono of Revere died on August 6 in the Academy Manor Nursing Facility of Andover. Born in Boston’s North End in 1923, he and his…
Bocce Tournament
                      TAKING AIM:  Rita Turner rolls her shot for the Satter House team.
It’s Time to Vote:Colella Predicts 27.5 Percent Turnout for Sept.1 Preliminary
Revere Election Commissioner Diane R. Colella is predicting a 27.5 turnout of the city’s 25,055 voters for the Preliminary Election set for Tuesday, Sept. 1. Voters can cast their ballots from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the polls. Absentee…
Shaw’s Site Given Second Chance
The air conditioning in the city council chambers didn’t do much to cool the emotions of the neighbors who oppose the development of the former Shaw’s grocery store site on Revere Beach Parkway. Monday night the city council voted 6-5…
Priscilla Nickerson Announces her Candidacy for Councilor-At-Large
My name is Priscilla (Solimine) Nickerson and I am a candidate for Councilor-at-Large. I am a life long resident of the City of Revere and deeply devoted to this community. I have been happily married and partners in business with…
Steven Morabito Seeks Re-Election for Councillor-At-Large Seat
My name is Steven Morabito. I am a life-long resident of Revere. I graduated from Revere High School and received my Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Salem State University. I currently serve as “one†of your “five†City Councillors-at-Large.…
Police Briefs 08-26-2015
ARRESTÂ Report MONDAY, AUGUST 17 Ruddy J. Santana, 22, of Lynn, was arrested on charges of illegal possession of a Class A controlled narcotic substance (subsequent offense), illegal possession of a Class B controlled narcotic substance with intent to distribute,…
