Supporting Matthew Amato Thank you for your correspondence and request for donation. The Committee on Political Education Local 2222 met earlier to discuss all political matters and endorsements. The committee concurred that we must support those who support us. As…
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Mayor Dan Rizzo: Moving Revere Forward
The Preliminary Election on September 1 is a referendum on our city’s potential and the course we can all take together. It’s also an opportunity to celebrate our many accomplishments over these past three years, and look to Revere’s bright…
Watch the Mayoral Debate Live Aug.26 and Get out and Vote on Tuesday
We realize there are only a few nights of summer remaining but we hope that Revere residents will take the time to view tonight’s mayoral debate on RevereTV, channel 9. The Revere Journal is proud to partner with Revere Youth…
Obituaries 08-26-2015
Sefika Husanovic Of Revere/Winthrop Sefika Husanovic of Revere / Winthrop, passed away August 20, at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a brief illness.  She was 69 years old. She was born in Tuzla, Bosnia, where she grew up and…
Life Quality Survey Results are Presented
Last Thursday night city officials, organizers, RevereCARES and representatives from MGH presented the 2015 Community Health Assessment at the Turkish Cultural Center. Residents found four major priorities that Revere and Massachusetts General Hospital can address together following the release of…
Haas Seeks Re-Election as Councilor At-Large
Councilor-at-Large Bob Haas has announced his canddidacy for re-election. The following is his announcement: “My name is Bob Haas and I am a candidate for re-election for Councilor at-Large. I am a lifelong resident of Revere. I married my Revere…
Sarro Announces for Councilor At-Large
Frank Sarro has announced that he is a candidate for Councilor-at-Large. The following is his statement: “My name is Frank “Fran†Sarro and I am a Candidate for Councillor at Large. A life long resident of Revere, educated through the…
Giannino Seeks Re-Election as Councilor At-Large
Jessica Giannino’s role as a City Councilor has been an enriching experience. For over three years, she has been honored to work for the residents and be involved in the community she loves. Jessica offers a unique perspective and believes…
Correggio Endorsed by Labor Council
John Correggio, candidiate for Councilor at-Large in the upcoming election has received the endorsement of Greater Boston Labor Council, AFL-CIO. The Letter from the Labor Council is as follows: “Dear John: I am plaeased to inform you that the Greater…
Police Briefs 08-19-2015
ARRESTÂ Report MONDAY, AUGUST 10 Todd R. Connelly, 40, of West Roxbury, was arrested on an outstanding warrant. Robinson Galvez, 45, of 45 Revere Beach Blvd., was arrested on an outstanding warrant. Gary P. Belliveau, 47, of East Boston, was…
EPA’s Clean Power Plan is to Be Praised
By Jeff Seyler The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) newly announced Clean Power Plan is, in the words of Administrator Gina McCarthy, “an investment in a better future for all of our children.†With a promise to prevent up to…
Moving Revere in A Positive Direction
By Mayor Dan Rizzo Revere is moving forward in a positive direction and I see no room for negativity in this race. Â Detractors may call me names, they may lie to advance their political agendas, or try to convince you…
Congratulations Dr.Sylvia Chiang
We want to wish hearty congratulations and best wishes to Dr. Sylvia Chiang, new director of Revere CARES, an organization that is part of the Massachusetts General Hospital’s Center for Community Health Improvement. Dr. Chiang has big shoes to fill.…
School Bells Ringing
 We remember when the school year started on the Wednesday after Labor Day but today school in most communities begins well before – and with that in mind – we wish the Revere public schools and their new leader, Supt.…
Sports 08-19-2015
A Showcase for Sports Brand new Della Russo Stadium set for grand opening By Cary Shuman Revere High School athletes, Revere Pop Warner football players and cheerleaders, and Revere residents have a brand new stadium to call their own. The…
Obituaries 08-19-2015
Renee Perkins Of Swampscott, formerly of Marblehead Renee S. (Marcus) Perkins of Swampscott, formerly of Marblehead, entered into rest on August 13. She was 80 years old. She was the beloved wife of the late Sanford H. Perkins; devoted mother…
Swearing In
Newly sworn Revere Police officers, from left, Michael Dercolo, Michael D’Amore and Derek Vecchia, will step in for three officers injured in the last week.
Honored
Annmarie Gearraughty accepts the Purple Heart of her uncle, Harry J. Gearraughty Jr., from Commander Leo Agnew of the Order of the Purple Heart during a ceremony on Friday, Aug. 7, honoring all Purple Heart recipients in Revere and proclaiming…
Field Day
Salma El Andalga on the hula-hoop during last Saturday’s Field Day at the Whelan School, sponsored by the Revere Recreation Department. Hundreds of kids showed up for the annual event on a very beautiful day.
Conservation Commission Approves Development
The Conservation Commission has unanimously approved an order of conditions for a new development where the former Shaw’s was at 205 Revere Beach Parkway. Last Wednesday afternoon the commission held a public hearing on the notice of intent filed by…
