Susanna Riola Retired Administrative Assistant for the North End Waterfront Health Center in Boston Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend Visiting hours today, Wednesday, August 9 from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood…
Author: Journal Staff
2023 International Sand Sculpting Festival at Revere Beach
Long Time Teacher, Anthony Mattera Declares Candidacy for Revere School Committee
Special to the Journal My name is Anthony Mattera and I am running for a seat on the Revere School Committee because I believe the key to our city’s success is action, not politics. As a classroom teacher and coach…
School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso Announces Re-Election Campaign
Special to the Journal School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso (formerly Chavez) announces her candidacy for School Committee. The following is her statement. “Dear Neighbor, This past May, I became not only the first Latina to serve on the School Committee,…
Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center Hosts Barbecue for Seniors
Final Phase of Overlook Ridge Development Draws Questions From Council
By Adam Swift The Overlook Ridge project, which straddles the Revere/Malden city lines, is in the final stage of its development. Monday night, the developers were before the City Council for a public hearing regarding zoning relief for the two…
News Briefs
MBTA Reminds Riders of Service Changes The MBTA is reminding riders of a 12-day service change on the Orange and Green Lines ending August 9. As previously announced, due to the continued demolition of the Government Center Garage by private…
From Parent to Librarian: Janet Cimmino Continues Her Commitment to the McKinley/Hill School Community
By Melissa Moore-Randall For over a quarter of a century, Janet Cimmino has been a fixture within the McKinley and Hill School communities. Her children, Mario and Marissa, attended the McKinley School where she was active in the PTA and…
ZBA Approves Two Requests, Denies One
The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) held a brief but productive regular monthly meeting last Wednesday evening, July 26, in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber at City Hall. On hand for the session were Chairman Michael…
NASW-MA Pace Endorses Danielle Osterman for Revere City Council Ward 2
Special to the Journal The National Association of Social Workers – Massachusetts Chapter (NASW-MA) Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) committee has endorsed Danielle Osterman in her campaign for Revere City Council Ward 2. NASWMA PACE is delighted to support…
Celestin Brings the Wahlberg Family and Major Star Power to the Jack Satter House
Special to the Journal Revere Ward 5 candidate Ralph Celestin, award-winning documentarian, global figure, and community leader continues to deliver on his reputation as a showman and highly capable organizer by bringing television celebrity Arthur Wahlberg, Mackenzie Lee Clemont from…
A Huge ’Thank Youâ€
— From Acting Mayor Patrick M. Keefe — It is impossible to decide where to start when expressing our gratitude and congratulations to all who contributed to the hugely successful Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival over the weekend. ​While…
Latest High School Options Are Coming Into Focus
By Adam Swift It was back to the drawing board for the Revere High School Building Committee after the City Council scuttled plans to build a new high school at the 33-acre Wonderland property earlier this year. But now, the…
Public Access Advocates Testify in Support of Guaranteed Hybrid Open Meetings
Special to the Times At a public hearing by the Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight, municipal leaders, disability advocates, and open government organizations are testifying in support of legislation that will guarantee greater access to open meetings…
Council Approves Special ADA Fund
By Adam Swift A new special fund will set aside handicap parking violation fines collected in the city for the Commission on Disabilities. The City Council approved the establishment of the fund on Monday night. “There is a Massachusetts General…
Revere Boxing and Outreach Program Receives Generous Donation
By Melissa Moore -Randall Last week, the Revere Boxing & Outreach Program received a generous $1,000 donation in memory of John “JT” DiLiegro. The larger than life and well known proprietor of John’s Brakes and Alignment, courageously lost his battle…
Obituaries 08-02-2023
Robert Shiner, Sr. Past Commodore of Winthrop Yacht Club, Member of Winthrop Elks and Winthrop American Legion Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend Visiting Hours on Tuesday, August 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Vertuccio…
Turco, McKenna Work Together To Protect Revere’s Coastal Seawalls
Special To The Journal State Rep. Jeffrey Rosario Turco and Ward 1 Councillor Joanne Mckenna held a meeting last week on Short Beach to discuss the damaged seawall alongside members from Congresswoman Katherine Clark’s office. The Beachmont community has raised…
Keefe Kicks Off 19th Annual International Sand Sculpting Festival
Special to the Journal This week acting Mayor Patrick Keefe kicked-off Revere’s 19th Annual International Sand Sculpting Festival with “Conversations with the Mayor†taping event and announcement of new family friendly attractions and events for the weeklong Revere Beach celebration. “The International Sand Sculpting…
On the Campaign Trail: DeCicco Will Run for School Committee
Ralph DeCicco has announced his candidacy for Revere School Committee. The following is his statement: “I am a long time Revere resident, who has been educated in the Revere school system and have children in the Revere school system as…
