Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) Division of Economic and Workforce Development is offering the Google IT Support Professional Certificate Program, a five-course non-credit program developed by Google. IT Support is one of the fastest-growing fields in the United States, and…
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Full Lane Closure of Route 1 Southbound
As was originally noted in a communication sent from MassDOT on September 17, From Monday, September 28 through Friday, October 5, there will be full overnight closures of Route 1 Southbound (towards Boston) from 9PM to 5AM. From 5AM to 9PM there…
License Commission Approves All-Alcohol License for Valsos Cafe
The Revere License Commission approved several matters at its September 16 meeting including the request from Alex Herrera for his new venture, Valsos Cafe, at 123 Shirley Ave. for an all-alcohol restaurant license from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday…
Grant to Fund a Regional Climate-Driven Heat Plan in 15 Metro Boston Communities
The City of Cambridge and the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) today announced they will join forces to develop a regional project to plan and prepare for climate change-induced extreme heat, through a $268,820 state Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Action…
Suffolk Downs Redevelopment Approved by Boston’s BPDA Board
After a seven hour long marathon Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) board meeting and housing advocates calling for the BPDA to delay the vote, the board unanimously approved HYM Development’s project to transform the historic 161-acre Suffolk Downs site…
Suffolk DA Rollins Announces Expansion of LEAD Database
Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins announced this week the expansion and revision of a database comprised of law enforcement personnel whose prior conduct could impact their credibility as witnesses in a court proceeding. The database is called LEAD –…
Zoning Board of Appeals Approves Two More Residential Developments
The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) met on Sept. 23 and approved two new projects that will comprise 130 residential units. The board also allowed a modification on a previously-approved project on Shirley Avenue. The first project approved is to…
Esquite Restaurant Opens on Shirley Avenue
A new Mexican restaurant, Esquite Restaurant, held its grand opening celebration last Wednesday at 198 Shirley Ave. Valentina Moreno, daughter of restaurant owner Abel Moreno and Alicia Moreno, said the restaurant features Mexican street food and other specials. “We have…
Modern Love
‘The New Revere’ Gets on Chronicle
By Ryan Doucette Throughout the month of August, filming took place for the newest segment of WCVB Channel 5’s Chronicle program which airs most weeknights at 7:30, and showcases communities and human interest stories across the New England Area. Citing…
Council Approves $8.75M in Loan Orders
The City Council unanimously approved $8.75 million in loan orders for ongoing infrastructure improvements to the city’s sewer and stormwater systems and a feasibility study for future projects. Robert Button, vice president of CDM, said the projects are part of…
News Brief
Learn to Skate Classes Offered at 10 Greater Boston Rinks The 2020-2021 skating season is about to begin. Bay State Skating School is one of Greater Boston’s most established and popular skating programs. We have taught Learn-To-Skate classes to children…
Revere, State Officials Pay Tribute to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Revere and state officials joined the nation in paying tribute to Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died on Sept. 18, 2020. She was 87. President Bill Clinton appointed Mrs. Ginsburg to the Supreme Court in 1993. Justice Ginsburg…
Equity Work at RHS Highlighted at School Committee Meeting
For the past several years Revere High School has been working towards creating a more ‘equitable’ environment for all students regardless of race, religion, background or economic status. At last week’s School Committee meeting, the panel of educators working to…
City of Revere, Revere TV Launch COVID-19 Storytelling Platform
Four Revere residents are telling their first-hand experiences with the coronavirus as part of an initiative launched by the City of Revere and Revere TV. Marvin Pena, Elayna O’Neil, Brittany Sao, and Sara Restrepo talk about their recoveries from COVID-19…
City Officials Commend Retiring RHA Board Member Mancini
Special to the Journal Henry Mancini, long-time board member of the Revere Housing Authority, publicly announced his retirement as a commissioner during the Sept. 16 RHA meeting that was broadcast on Zoom. Mayor Brian Arrigo commended Mancini’s dedicated service to…
Latest RBC ‘Beautiful Home Award’ Goes to the Ortiz Family
The Revere Beautification Committee (RBC) has awarded its latest “Beautiful Home†designation to the Ortiz family on Yeamans Street. As one goes by this well maintained home, the front entry provides a warm and inviting welcome. The front stairs have…
Chelsea Curves Construction Look-Ahead Through Oct. 3
Fourth Street Off-Ramp : There will be daily closures of the Fourth Street off-ramp beginning on Monday 9/21 and ending Friday, 9/24. The closures will take place during the day from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Route 1 Traffic Impacts •…
Massachusetts RMV Renews Over 163,000 Licenses and IDs Online During Real ID Promotion: Renewal Transactions Can Be Conducted at Mass.Gov/RMV; Promotion Remains in Effect Until the State of Emergency Is Lifted
The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) continues to encourage all eligible customers to renew their Standard Massachusetts driver’s license or Massachusetts ID card online at Mass.Gov/RMV in order to qualify for a free upgrade to a REAL ID credential…
Supreme Judicial Court Issues New Order Regarding Jury Trials and Operation of Courts
The Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) last week issued an updated order regarding the operation of Massachusetts state courts and courthouses during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The order goes into effect immediately. Under the new order, on or after October 23, 2020, courts will…
