DOG KILLING RESULTS IN DOMESTIC SITUATION A Shirley Avenue man is facing serious charges after allegedly killing a dog and leaving it in the bathtub – an action that sparked a violent domestic situation on Thursday, June 4. The man…
Author: Journal Staff
Congratulations to Tom Ambrosino
 Those of us who followed Tom Ambrosino’s tenure as mayor of Revere for 12 years were not surprised that the Chelsea City Council so overwhelmingly selected him as its new city manager this week. Ambrosino was chosen from a large…
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Helps Out Revere
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay has been doing great work for our communities since 1986. As it states on the organization’s Web site, its mission is to restore and protect Boston Harbor. Its diligent effort in communities such as East…
Funding the Best Public Safety Officials in the Commonwealth
As Mayor, I consider the safety and security of our residents to be my number one responsibility. I am proud to announce that the investments my administration has made in police and fire safety have netted positive results for our…
Letter to the Editor
Adding to the collection Dear Editor: My husband and I frequent the Ninety Nine restaurant in Revere often. We enjoy the service, food, and most of all the décor. The restaurant is adorned with pictures of things that have happened…
Sports 06-10-2015
RhS sports Roundup RHS softball team opens tourney play with 5-0 victory The Revere High softball team opened the defense of its MIAA Division 1 North Sectional title with a 5-0 victory over Billerica Friday evening at the St. Mary’s…
Obituaries 06-10-2015
 Barbara Spellenberg Owned Roger’s Pizza on Revere Beach and Spelly’s Bakery in Beachmont Barbara Spellenberg of Revere died May 26 at Whidden Memorial hospital after a short battle with lung cancer. She was 85 years old. Barbara owned a…
Joanne Mckenna Sworn In
Joanne McKenna was sworn in Monday night by City Clerk Ashley Melnik as the new Ward 1 Councillor on the Revere City Council. Looking on is Council President John Powers. McKenna takes the seat held by the late Richard Penta.
Memories Are Made of This …
There were some tears and many laughs among teammates as the Revere High School (RHS) softball seniors were called out to present flowers to their parents. Here, Alina Giuliano (21) sheds some tears while she applauds her senior teammates. The…
Arrigo Pulls Papers:Will Run for Mayor
Councillor At-Large Brian Arrigo officially pulled nomination papers on Monday morning to be a candidate for the Mayor of Revere. “I have truly enjoyed serving as City Councillor on the Revere City Council since 2012, being an outspoken advocate for…
Dispatch Center Moving Along
REVERE – It’s been well over five years in the making, but the regional dispatch for Revere and Winthrop is coming along. If all goes well the center could be online in April 2016. Executive Director Julie Davie said the…
Pruitt’s Remaining on School Board Causing Rift
On Thursday night, Revere High School graduates its senior class and on Tuesday night the School Committee will meet to say farewell to the superintendent and farewell to a woman who has been deeply involved in the city. Dr. Paul…
Police Briefs 06-03-2015
ARREST Report MONDAY, MAY 25 Clinton Ray Silon, 47, of 39 Hyde St., was arrested on an outstanding warrant. TUESDAY, MAY 26 James M. Carter Jr., 39, of 175 Rice Ave., was arrested on an outstanding warrant. THURSDAY,…
Congratulations, Graduates
There is perhaps no event or occasion in the life of a community that is greeted with such universally shared joy as a high school graduation. Even for those of us who may not have a direct connection to a…
Remembering NFL Player, Coach, and Teacher John Miller Jr.
John Miller Jr. reached the top of his sport, earning the honor and prestige of playing in the National Football League for the Washington Redskins and the Green Bay Packers. Following his football career, he became a beloved teacher and…
The MBTA Needs Strong Fiscal Management
With three MBTA stations and numerous bus lines, the residents of Revere would benefit significantly from reforms and investment in public transportation. For decades, we have seen study after study that detailed operational, budgetary and management issues at the MBTA.…
Letters to the Editor
Financial struggles for families Dear Editor, Working with Children’s HealthWatch at Boston Medical Center has allowed me to be a witness of the financial struggle many families face every day. One day I heard a story about a mother with…
Sports 06-03-2015
RhS sports Roundup RHS softball team opens play in state tournament Friday The Revere High softball team will embark on its quest to repeat as the Division 1 North champions of the MIAA state softball tournament when they will host…
Obituaries 06-03-2014
Frederick Fitzmeyer Licensed plumber; loved the sea and loved life Frederick R. Fitzmeyer of Winthrop passed away peacefully on May 27 at the age of 70 after a long, courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Fred grew up in Winthrop and…
Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday was a day to solemnly remember and a day to celebrate the sacrifice of the men and women in the armed forces. In Revere, festivities kicked off at 11 a.m. with remarks from elected officials, singing from several local…
