Category: News
RHS Robotics Team Takes Second Place in World Robotics Competition
By Melissa Moore-Randall On a rainy Saturday morning, members of the Revere High School Robotics team, The NUTRONs, are mentoring middle school students in their small space in the rear of Revere High School. The space is adorned with ribbons,…
Second Annual John T. DiLiegro 5K Race
Council Approves Changes to Human Rights Commission, and Other Boards
By Adam Swift The City Council approved several revisions to the ordinances governing city boards and commissions at its meeting on Monday night. Chief among the changes is one that does away with the ability for the Human Rights Commission…
Marra Stepping Down From Human Rights Commission
The Revere Human Rights Commission (HRC)held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday in the City Council Chamber and via Zoom. Chairperson Janine Grillo Marra and fellow commissioners vice-chair Chai Hossaini, Kourou Pich, Rev. Tim Bogertman, Fire Chief Chris Bright, Molly…
News Briefs
Ward 1 Meeting Join Ward One Councillor Joanne McKenna and the Beachmont Improvement Committee for a presentation by HYM to discuss the changes coming in and around Beachmont on Tuesday, May 16, at 6 p.m. at the Beachmont School Auditorium,…
On the Campaign Trail: More Candidates Pull Papers As At-Large Race Heats Up
The corridors of City Hall have remained busy as candidates for re-election and those seeking their first shot at public office continue to pull their papers and begin their campaigns. There has been no changes since our last report, as…
Council Approves Several Polling Location Changes
By Adam Swift With a busy municipal election season already underway, the City Council unanimously approved several polling location changes that will take effect this fall at its meeting on Monday night. Ward 1, Precinct 3 is moving from the…
Council Celebrates Rita Singer’s 90th Birthday
By Adam Swift Rita Singer, one of Revere’s first female City Councillors, looked and sounded like she was set for another go at the campaign trail as the council presented her with a certificate of commendation in recognition of the…
School Committee Highlights the Positive
By Adam Swift The School Committee accentuated the positive during its meetings last week. During the committee’s regular and committee of the whole meetings, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly and committee members highlighted a number of major student achievements…
Jaramillo Endorsed by Former Sen. Boncore for Councillor-at-Large
Special to the Journal Juan Pablo Jaramillo’s campaign for city council at-large is gaining momentum after his launch last week. Juan, a member of the Revere Planning Board, Revere High School graduate, and lifelong Revere resident, has now also been…
Clark Discusses GOP’s Devastating Default on America Act With Revere Veterans
Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) met with Revere veterans to discuss the devastating impacts of the Republican Default on America Act, which passed the U.S. House on April 26, 2023. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Republican debt…
Leasing Underway for Initial Retail Space at Suffolk Downs
The Suffolk Downs developer has selected an exclusive retail leasing agent for Beachmont Square, the first phase of the Suffolk Downs redevelopment. Last week, the HYM Investment Group announced that Blackline Retail Group will be the leasing agent. The retail…
City Health Dept. Announces Sandler Square Mobile Market, Bringing Fresh Produce, Resources, and Community to Shirley Ave
Special to the Journal The City of Revere’s Public Health Department today announced the Sandler Square Mobile Produce Market pilot program, set to launch Saturday, June 10, 2023 on Shirley Ave. The Market, which will be available biweekly in Sandler…
Revere Youth Volunteers Community Service at Fire Station
Special to the Journal On Wednesday, April 19, 12 year old Revere youth Anthony Ferragamo volunteered several hours of his time for community service to assist the Revere Fire Department. He spent most of his time with the people picture…
Clark Visits Revere Head Start To Highlight Vital Role Amid GOP Threats
On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) visited the Community Action Programs Inter-City, Inc. (CAPIC) Head Start program at the Irene O’Connell Community Center in Revere to highlight the devastating impact that funding cuts in the GOP’s…
Zoning Subcommittee Wants Further Debate on Childcare Ordinance
By Adam Swift The City Council wants further discussion on a change to the city’s home-based daycare zoning ordinance before approving any changes. The proposed zoning change would allow Revere home-based daycares to operate without a special permit from the…
Play Ball! Revere Youth Baseball and Softball Opening Day
Lifelong Resident Michelle Kelley Announces At-Large Bid for Revere City Council
Special to the Journal Vowing to bring transparency and accountability to city government, lifelong resident and small business owner Michelle Kelley announced her campaign today to be Revere’s next At-Large City Councilor. Kelley, an attorney and realtor, outlined a “neighborhood…