Category: News
Council Police detail Motion Fails to get Majority
By Adam Swift Despite a positive recommendation from its ways and means subcommittee, the city council failed to approve a motion that called for police details at its meetings. The motion was introduced by Councillor-at-Large Joanne McKenna and Ward 5…
Mayor Keefe joins regional leaders to break ground on historic McKinley School revitalization
Mayor Patrick Keefe and the City of Revere hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to officially mark the comprehensive restoration and rehabilitation of the former McKinley Elementary School on Friday, April 17. The project will creatively repurpose the currently-defunct building at 65…
Application for license for club at 270 Broadway is withdrawn at hearing
By Journal Staff The Revere License Commission held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, April 15, in the City Council Chamber. On hand for the session were commissioners Daniel Occena, who served as chair. and Liliana Monroy. The first matter…
‘Student Leadership Connections’ bridges the gap between middle and high school
Special to the Journal Recently, student leaders at Revere High School took the lead in bridging the gap between middle and high school by hosting an engaging, interactive event to inspire the next generation of student leaders. The “Student Leadership…
News Briefs
Revere Public Schools Offers Meals at No Cost for Students Revere Public Schools participates in the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. As part of this program, all schools offer healthy meals every school day at NO…
Edwards delivers major investments for Third Suffolk in $3.64B Bond Bill
Special to the Journal Last week, the Massachusetts Senate passed the Mass Ready Act, a $3.64 billion environmental bond bill that targets key initiatives in climate resiliency and environmental protection across the Commonwealth. Included in the Act is millions in…
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay awards grant to COD for All Ability Day at Revere Beach
By Journal Staff The Revere Commission on Disabilities (COD) held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 14, via Zoom. On hand for the session were chair Ralph DeCicco, vice-chair Pauline Perno, Ellie Vargas, Jason Barone-Cichocki, and Mario Grimanis. The…
Lyft and Uber launch new shuttle model at Boston Logan
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport), in partnerships with Lyft and Uber, is launching new scheduled urban shuttle services at Boston Logan International Airport, offering travelers a more affordable, predictable, and efficient way to get to…
City Council Approves Two Special Permits
By Adam Swift The city council approved special permits for two smaller-scale development projects at last week’s meeting. During the zoning subcommittee meeting prior to the regular meeting, the subcommittee recommended approval of a scaled-down project proposed by Ardit Kraja…
Agnes Strecker Dance Studio Celebrates 60 Years
U.S. Navy Vet Waneta West Honored on her 89th Birthday
Council Addresses Revere St. Traffic Issues
By Adam Swift Ward 5 Councilor Angela Guarino-Sawaya filed two successful motions at Monday night’s meeting regarding traffic on Revere Street. The first motion asks the Mayor to request the Traffic Commission hold a public hearing on a proposed regulation…
Council Approves New Agreement for Bike Share Operation
By Adam Swift The city council approved a five-year agreement between the city and Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC for the City’s bike share program, Bluebikes at its regular meeting on Monday night. “This contract was brokered on behalf of…
RMA Rises to the Top in Global Vocabulary Bowl Competition
Special to the Journal What began as a simple mid-winter challenge quickly turned into a remarkable academic achievement for Rumney Marsh Academy (RMA), as students and staff gathered Monday morning to celebrate the school’s extraordinary performance in this year’s Vocabulary…
Daffodil Dash and Series of Spring Farmers Markets begin April 18 at The Track
Special to the Journal March 18, 2026 — Looking for a family friendly way to kick-off the Boston Marathon weekend? On Saturday, April 18, The HYM Investment Group LLC (“HYM”), will host the fifth annual Marathon Daffodil Dash at The…
AHTF Discusses New Program to Help with Home Ownership
By Journal Staff The Board of Trustees of the City of Revere’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, April 8, in the City Council Chamber. On hand for the session were chair Joseph Gravellese,…
News Briefs
RHA to Host Public Meeting on Master Redevelopment Plan The Revere Housing Authority (RHA) will hold a public meeting on Thursday, April 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the West Revere Complex Cafeteria, 107 Newhall St., Revere, MA, to…
Sen. Edwards Secures Key Investments for Third Suffolk District in FY26 Supplemental Budget
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Senate has passed the Fair Share Supplemental budget for Fiscal Year 2026. Senator Lydia Edwards secured several local and regional investments included in the supplemental budget, advancing a fiscally responsible plan that strengthens public…
Fire Department Discusses Battery Facility Procedures
By Adam Swift Fire Chief James Cullen and Captain Kevin O’Hara appeared before the city council Monday night to present a safety briefing on a proposed battery energy storage system on Muzzey Street. The fire department officials highlighted best practices…