By Adam Swift The scourge of illegal fireworks on the Fourth of July is a problem that is hardly unique to Revere, but the City Council is looking to step up enforcement of the problem. Last week, the council approved…
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Operating Engineers endorse Kelley for councillor at-large
Special to the Journal A prominent local union representing over 5,000 operating engineers is throwing its weight behind Michelle Kelley’s candidacy for a Revere City Council At-Large seat, pointing to Kelley’s vow to serve as a government watchdog and bring…
Celestin launches ‘promise campaign’ in grand style
Special to the Journal Revere City Council Ward 5 candidate Ralph Celestin delivers on his reputation of being original and innovative by hosting a Parade Tour in Ward 5 with Queen Beauty Pageant winners, Leah Jenson of Mrs Florida and Mrs.…
State Sen. Edwards endorses School Committee member Jacqueline Monterroso for re-election
Special to the Journal State Senator Lydia Edwards has endorsed School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso for a second term on the Revere School Committee. “Jacqueline Monterroso is the educational leader we need on the Revere School Committee. I know from…
Haas Committee relesases campaign statement
Special to the Journal The Robert Haas Committee has been moved by the support that they have received so far in their first campaign effort. Adding, “we would like to formally announce that Haas will not be seeking endorsements in…
Revere High Alumni at the Helm of the RHS Guidance Department
By Melissa Moore-Randall Amy Chamberlin and Diana DiChristoforo Finn have been walking the halls of Revere High School for almost 20 years. They first stepped into RHS as student-athletes and today are the glue of the Guidance Department that services…
Council requests change inon-street parking sticker program
By Adam Swift City Council President Pro Tem Joanne McKenna wants the Traffic Commission to lower the number of resident parking stickers that can be issued to a single household. Under the current parking regulations, buildings with six or fewer…
Council looking for answers on Railroad Avenue marijuana license
By Adam Swift Technically, retail marijuana sales are not allowed in Revere. But there is one license that was approved for medical marijuana that was approved back in 2013, back before recreational marijuana sales were legalized in the state. That…
Apollinaire Theatre Company brings Hamlet to life in Chelsea Square
Special to the Journal A ghost haunted the fountain, a sword fight broke out in the street, and a pop-up beer garden was host to a royal wedding. The free, immersive, bilingual, on-your-feet, adaptation of Hamlet took audiences on a…
Edwards secures funding in State Budget for area communities
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts legislature convened last week to enact the state budget. Senator Lydia Edwards secured over $2.4M in state funding. Investment in the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts Senator Edwards secured $400,000 for the Urban League…
Did you like Barbie?
Barbie, the blockbuster movie that is this year’s mass culture phenomenon, has drawn a mixed reaction from critics and the public alike. Some love it — they’re the ones who have gone multiple times to see the movie — while…
Have we reached thetipping point?
The steady stream of news reports this summer about the ever-worsening effects of climate change have been depressing, ranging from the 100-percent loss of coral reefs off the Florida Keys (because water temperatures have reached 100 degrees), to the unprecedented…
Speed kills, but how do we kill speed?
By Acting Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Recent incidents have focused intense attention on traffic safety and regulating the speed of motor vehicles that travel the streets of our city. Unfortunately, the speed of vehicular traffic has become an increasing public…
Every child deserves great schools in Revere
By Steve Morabito Every child in Revere deserves access to a high-quality K-12 education. I am a proud product of Revere Public Schools and have seen firsthand what is working in our schools and what is not. As Mayor, I…
Addressing the culture in the Mayor’s office
B: Gerry Visconti A complaint was filed with the Department of Labor recently detailing the Acting Mayor’s alleged threats to a group of DPW employees for endorsing an opposing candidate. We can neither afford to accept nor tolerate aggressive behavior…
Empowering Revere’s special needs children: Alexander Rhalimi’s commitment
By: Alexander Rhalimi As Revere stands at the crossroads of progress and inclusivity, it is imperative that we address the pressing issue of supporting our special needs children. Alexander Rhalimi, a dedicated candidate for Revere councillor-at-large, has demonstrated a resolute…
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Voters of Revere Dear Editor, This year Revere faces many questions about its future and its identity as a city that is truly representative of the people that live in it. We have the largest field of…
Guest Op-Ed:Want a friend? Be a friend
By Dr. Glenn Mollette You may have heard this before. I went out to find a friend and none were to be found. I went out to be a friend and found them all around. Where do you find friends?…
From farm life to the boxing ring, Revere Firefighter Tyler D’Angelo shares her struggles and successes
By Melissa Moore-Randall Whether battling fires or boxing opponents, Revere Firefighter Tyler D’Angelo certainly seems to be climbing the ladder of success. D’Angelo grew up on a farm in Maine until the unexpected death of her mother when she was…
RHS boxers participate in sparring showcase
By Melissa Moore-Randall The Revere Boxing & Outreach Program was well represented Saturday night in Fall River at a sparring showcase sponsored by Bernardo Boxing. Revere boxers were invited to participate in a fundraising exhibition fight to promote the opening…
