By Melissa Moore-Randall The Revere Boxing and Outreach Program headed north of the border to Woodstock, New Brunswick to participate in their first international matches. New Brunswick, bordered by Quebec, the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, the Bay of Fundy, and…
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Obituaries 08-23-2023
Patricia H. Jones Late Proprietor of Mr. Flower & Mrs. Flower on Broadway, Revere, She Was Dedicated to the Revere Community Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, August 30, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.…
Lemonade for a Cause
Happy 99th Birthday Sue Colella
Powers Seeks Re-Election in Ward 5 Council Race
Special to the Journal John Powers Councilor of Ward 5 has announced his candidacy for re-election. The following is his statement: “My name is John Powers; and it has been my honor to represent the citizens of Ward 5 on…
Community Comes Together To Create ‘Destination’ Mural at Garfield School Complex
By Melissa Moore-Randall As development in Revere continues to bring a fresh look to the city, a spot at the Garfield School Complex has been transformed thanks to a team effort by the Revere community. Wayne Godbout, an ELL teacher…
State Requires More Involved Environmental Review for Gibson Park Project
By Adam Swift Last month, the state’s Secretary of Environmental and Energy Affairs ruled that the city will not be able to use an expedited Environmental Impact Report (EIR) process for the Gibson Park reconstruction project. The city had requested…
News Briefs
Revere Mayoral Debate Set for Tuesday at 7 p.m. at RHS The Revere Chamber of Commerce, under the leadership of President Patrick Lospennato and Executive Director Erica Porzio, will host the Revere Mayoral Debate on Tuesday, Aug. 22 at 7…
RAHTF Votes To Seek Acquisition Of Suffolk Ave. Property for Affordable Home
The Board of Trustees of the Revere Affordable Housing Trust Fund (RAHTF) held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, August 9. On hand for the session were chair Joe Gravellese and fellow members Jan Dumas, Laila Pietri, Anayo Osueke, Claire…
Revere Nonprofits Receive Partnership Grants From the Foundation Trust
Special to the Journal The Foundation Trust, a private operating foundation serving the greater Boston area, is pleased to announce its 2023 grant recipients. Since our first grant solicitation cycle in 2019, over $80,000 has been awarded in scholarships and…
Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe Endorsed by IBEW 103
Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe has been endorsed by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 103. The preliminary election in Revere for Mayor is September 19. “Productive meeting with our friend, the Mayor of Revere, Patrick Keefe. Thanks for…
GBLC Endorses School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso for Re-Election
The Greater Boston Labor Council (GBLC) has endorsed School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso for a second term on the Revere School Committee. “On behalf of the 100,000+ union members and families in our region, the Greater Boston Labor Council is…
Angela Guarino-Sawaya Ward 5 Candidate Visits Jack Satter House to an Overwhelming Reception
Special to the Journal Before a crowd of more than 80 residents of the Jack Satter House last Wednesday night, Candidate for Ward 5 City CounciI, Angela Guarino-Sawaya outlined what Revere seniors can expect if she is elected. Commenting on…
Teamsters Endorse Michelle Kelley for Revere Council
Special to the Journal Days after scoring a historic victory workers across the country, the Teamsters have endorsed Michelle Kelley for an At-Large seat on the Revere City Council, backing Kelley’s plan to make Revere’s government more responsive to its…
Disabilities Comm. Urges Revere Officials To Support Bill To Create More Accessible Trails
The Revere Commission on Disabilities held its regular monthly meeting last Tuesday evening, August 8, via Zoom. On hand for the meeting were chair Ralph DeCicco, vice-chair Pauline Perno, Jason Barone-Cichocki, Robert Brown, and Mario Grimanis, Revere High student member…
Local Leaders Praise Funding For Universal School Meals Program
By Adam Swift The Fiscal Year 2024 State Budget includes permanent funding for universal school meals, which will provide free breakfast and lunch to students at every K-12 school in Massachusetts. The universal school meals initiative has been a top…
Alfred Buccilli Brought Joy to Many Revere Residents at His Sub Time Store
Alfred “Al†Buccilli was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving as a medic while stationed in Germany during the Korean War. When he returned from the war, he took a job as machinist at General Electric in Lynn, becoming…
Four Revere Police Officers Take Their Oaths of Office at Swearing-In Ceremony
Four Revere Police officers took their oaths of office at a swearing-in ceremony Monday at the City Council Chambers. City Clerk Ashley Melnik administered the oaths to Seth Wysanski, Orion King, Shayna Mullen, and Michael McLaughlin before an audience of…
Local Leaders Praise Funding for Universal School Meals Program
By Adam Swift The Fiscal Year 2024 State Budget includes permanent funding for universal school meals, which will provide free breakfast and lunch to students at every K-12 school in Massachusetts. The universal school meals initiative has been a top…
Suffolk Downs Announces New Summer and Fall Activities at the Track
Special to the Journal The HYM Investment Group LLC (HYM), the firm leading the redevelopment of Suffolk Downs, announced an exciting line-up of activities taking place at The Track at Suffolk Downs throughout the summer and fall months. From kid-friendly…
