Novoselsky Announces Plans for New Stairs After many years of disrepair and the need for funding,Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky has said that there are now plans to totally renovate the public stairs between Florence Ave. and Campbell Ave. Several…
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State Rep. and Councilor Jessica Giannino will not run for open Senate seat
Representative Jessica Giannino announced today that she will not seek the First Suffolk and Middlesex Senate Seat being vacated by current Senator and newly announced MassBio CEO Joseph A. Boncore. “First, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to my friend and…
Boncore will step down from State Senate seat
Sen. Joseph Boncore, who has served in the First Middlesex and Suffolk District senate seat since 2016, announced last Wednesday that he will be resigning from his position. He will be submitting his official letter of resignation soon to Senate…
Busy agenda for Sept. 13 Council meeting
City Council President Anthony Zambuto said there will a “long agenda†for the Sept. 13 City Council meeting. Although City Clerk Ashley Melnik won’t list the official number of motions on the agenda until the Thursday afternoon deadline for councillors’…
RPS clarifies transportation policy after some confusion
Revere Public School (RPS) Superintendent Dianne Kelly last week sent out a communication to parents and students to clarify the RPS transportation policy for middle and high school students for the 2021/2022 school year. Kelly said there was some confusion…
Jennifer Cimino Photography celebrates ten years in business
JCP’s photo booth has become an instant hit Jenn Cimino is celebrating the tenth year of her business, and it’s onward and upward for the talented, award-winning photojournalist. “Everybody calls me Jenn, but the business is Jennifer Cimino Photography,†said…
DOTS ARMY to host annual Cornhole
Tournament at Griswold Fields on Saturday DOTS ARMY, a local Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk Team will host their Third Annual Cornhole Tournament on Saturday at Griswold Fields behind St. Mary’s Church. The tournament will begin at 12 p.m. (11…
DCR releases September programs at Revere Beach Reservation 
The Department of Conservation and Recreation have listed the following programs that will be held at Revere Beach Reservation and Belle Isle Marsh. All programs are free and open to the public. An adult must accompany children. Inclement weather cancels outdoor…
City receives grant to tackle climate hazards, prepare for climate change consequences
Building on its commitment to creating a more climate change resilient Commonwealth, the Baker-Polito Administration last week announced $21 million in grants to cities and towns including two grants for Revere through the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Program. The grants…
Revere Farmers Market Spotlight
By Joela Goga, Revere Ambassador Grateful Tastes is the type of business you hear about, perhaps from an excited neighbor or close friend– and are instantly drawn to, because it’s a place that has roots in the values of family,…
State Troopers charge Revere man with animal cruelty
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts State Police have a charged a Revere man with animal cruelty after a Trooper determined he allegedly chained a dog to an exposed steel rod at the edge of a beach, with a large…
Woman indicted in connection with trafficking multiple victims for sex
A Revere woman has been indicted for trafficking multiple victims for sex through Crystal’s Day Spa in Revere, which she was allegedly operating as a front for human trafficking, Attorney General Maura Healey announced last week. Two employees of the business…
96th annual Italian Feast of Saints Cosmas and Damian set for this weekend
The 96th Annual Italian Feast of Saints Cosmas and Damian will be a great celebration of tradition, cultural pride and fun for the whole family this weekend (September 11 and 12) on Warren and Porter Streets in East Cambridge. The…
Overdose Awareness Day in Revere
Demolition Completed on Old Point of Pines Fire Station
Ward 5 Councillor John Powers looked on Monday as workers began the demolition of the former Point of Pines Fire Station, clearing the way for a brand-new fire station to be built on the site. “I’m elated to see this…
Public Servant of the Month — September: Risa Ferrara
In July, Mayor Arrigo launched the Public Service Honor of the Month Campaign to highlight Revere’s outstanding public service workers for their dedication to making the city a better place. For the month of September, Mayor Arrigo has highlighted school…
Seacoast High School Proves Alternative Education Is Not What It Was 20 Years Ago
There was a time when students that were shipped off to an alternative high school for behavioral issues, poor grades or other underperforming issues bore a scarlet letter for their inability to thrive in a traditional high school setting. Revere’s…
News Briefs
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and for many the subject of suicide is off limits. They believe the mere mention of suicide around friends and family can cause suicidal thoughts for them. Nothing could be…
Sen. Boncore Expected to Announce Resignation Today
State Sen. Joseph Boncore was expected to announce today that he will be resigning from his seat to accept a major leadership position with the Massachusetts Biotechnology Council. Boncore had been in talks for the past few months with the…
Zoning Board of Appeals Addresses Four Items at Its Aug. 25 Meeting
The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals, under the leadership of Chair Michael Tucker, voted on four items on the agenda at its Aug. 25 meeting. The Board voted unanimously to continue to its Sept. 22 meeting a request by Cavallo…
