RFD To Commemorate Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks The Revere Fire Department shall commemorate the 22nd anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11t 2001, and the terrible loss of innocent lives murdered at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and…
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Two More High-Rise Projects in Revere Beach Area Okayed
The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, August 30, in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber at Revere City Hall. On hand for the session were chairman Michael G. Tucker…
Council Sends Fireworks Ordinance to Legislative Affairs
By Adam Swift The City Council’s legislative affairs committee is scheduled to discuss a revised citywide fireworks ordinance introduced by Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino at its next meeting on Monday afternoon. “I filed this ordinance change to get onto…
Former State Rep. RoseLee Vincent Endorses Alexander Rhalimi for Councillor-at-Large
Special to the Journal Former State Representative RoseLee Vincent has endorsed Alexander Rhalimi for Revere City Councillor at Large. Vincent, a well-respected advocate and leader in our community, believes that Rhalimi’s dedication, vision, and commitment to serving the people of…
Keefe Campaign Endorsed by Former Representative Joe Kennedy III
Special to the Journal Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe is endorsed by Former Representative Joe Kennedy III. The preliminary election date is September 19, 2023. “Patrick Keefe is the best choice to be Revere’s next mayor. His hard work and dedication…
Councillor Silvestri Receives Several Key Union Endorsements
Special to the Journal Revere City Councillor At-Large Marc Silvestri has been endorsed by the Laborers Union Local 22, Greater Boston Labor Council, Teamsters Local 25, IBEW Local 103, IBEW Local 2222, Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589, and Plumbers &…
Electricians Union Backs Kelley For At-Large Seat on Revere City Council
Special to the Journal One of the region’s largest telecommunications and technology workers unions has announced its support of Michelle Kelley’s candidacy in the Sept. 19 preliminary election for an at-large seat on the Revere City Council, saying Kelley has…
Kelley Joins Local Labor Unions in Protest
Special to the Journal Revere At-Large City Council candidate Michelle Kelley joined working men and women from several local labor unions on August 31 to protest anti-worker policies, the latest demonstration that she’s willing to stand up to powerful interests…
RSCHP Hosts Lecture on Bosnia From Local Resident
Special to the Journal On August 27, the Revere Historical Society was proud to host Revere resident Jasmina Dervisevic-Cesic at the Revere History Museum. Dervisevic-Cesic provided a packed meeting room with an engaging presentation on Bosnia, which was followed up…
The A.C. Whelan School’s New Administration Has Unique Revere Roots
By Melissa Moore-Randall As Revere students returned to school, the A.C. Whelan School welcomed the new administration team of Principal Rachel Shanley, and Assistant Principals Nicole Cascetta and Danny Gallucci. The uniqueness of this team is that all three were…
Council Honors Departing Veterans’ Agent
By Adam Swift The City Council is honoring Marc Silvestri for his nearly seven years of service as Revere’s Director of Veterans’ Services. Silvestri, who continues to serve as a councillor-at-large, recently took a position in the state’s Executive Office…
BCBS Supports Urban Reforestation Efforts
Special to the Journal In recognition of Environmental Awareness Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (“Blue Crossâ€) is donating $1 for every ride taken on Bluebikes in September* to the Boston Tree Alliance, a City of Boston program working…
Revere and East Boston Will Benefit From MVP Grants
Special to the Journal Last week, Governor Maura Healey’s announcement of $31.5 million in FY2024 Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness grants included nearly $5.7 million in funding for community-designed projects to prevent harm to residents, workers, and resources in Resilient Mystic Collaborative…
Zoning Board Appeals Approves Requests for Small-Scale Projects
In addition to taking up the two requests for large-scale apartment buildings at its meeting last week, the Zoning Board of Appeals also approved a number of smaller projects: — Gregory B. Olson and Jane E. Black, 175 Rice Avenue,…
Malden Catholic Hires Michael Saccomani As Varsity Boys Lacrosse Coach
Special to the Journal Malden Catholic has hired Michael Saccomani to head its Varsity Boys Lacrosse program, according to Malden Catholic Director of Athletics, William Raycraft. “Over the years, Malden Catholic has a tradition of leading lacrosse in conference and…
Residents to Participate in Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk
Special to the Journal Six residents from Revere will participate in the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on Sunday, October 1. Sheila Anzuoni, Theresa Traniello, Patricia Esposito, Renee Griffin, Lily Garceau, and Evelyn Griffin, along with thousands…
Sumner Tunnel Reopens to Motorists
The Sumner Tunnel in East Boston reopened Friday, Sept. 1 after a two-month closure due to the beginning of the first phase of a $160 million restoration and renovation project to the 89-year-old tunnel. State Rep. Adrian Madaro and State…
School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso Campaign Kickoff Fundraiser
School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso held a campaign kickoff fundraiser Aug. 31 at Las Delicias Colombianas on Shirley Avenue. Revere’s popular State Rep. Jessica Giannino delivered an enthusiastic introductory speech and message of support for Monterroso, giving the candidate a…
Guns Are Now The Leading Killer Of America’s Children
It used to be that accidents, primarily car accidents, were the leading cause of death of America’s children between the ages of 1 and 18. But last year for the first time, guns were the #1 cause of death of…
Sports Betting on Phones: 21st Century High Tech Crack
A general rule of thumb is that when a slew of celebrity pitchmen start endorsing anything that has to do with money, it’s a good bet (no pun intended in the context of this editorial) that the public is being…
