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,…
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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…
Meeting Scheduled for RHA redevelopment plan
By Adam Swift The Revere Housing Authority (RHA) is set to begin the redevelopment process for a number of its properties on a 40 acre site. RHA Executive Director Dean Harris said the long-term, phased-in master plan will provide a…
First-day World Cup Ticket Sales at the MBTA have Broken all Previous ‘Special Event Train Service’ Ticket Sales Records
Special to the Journal The MBTA has announced that more than 17,450 Boston Stadium Train mTickets have been sold so far across the first five World Cup matches during the first day of sales being open. “The 2026 World Cup…
CityLab High School Continues to Use the City as a Lab for Learning
School’s AP gives info session for prospective students and caregivers Special to the Journal During Revere Public Schools’ April Family Engagement Night on April 7, CityLab High School Assistant Principal Evalynn Bulger gave prospective students and their families a detailed…
ConsComm hears of plans forreplacement of Casassa Overpass
The Revere Conservation Commission (ConsComm) held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday evening, April 1, in the City Council Chambers. Chair Nicholas Rudolph, Joseph LaValle, Brian Averbach, Bernardo Sepulveda, Thomas Carleton, new member Anthony Parziale, and Wilson Correa were on…
Field of Play World Cup Events Initiative to Kick Off in Revere on Friday, June 12
The City of Revere has announced “Field of Play,” an initiative bringing free World Cup viewing parties, local festivals, and youth soccer activities to neighborhoods across the city, kicking off on Friday, June 12, 2026 for the USA vs. Paraguay…
MEETING OF ACES
Former RHS baseball star Kilduff meets Roger Clemens at Sportsworld Derek Kilduff was an ace pitcher in the Revere Little League at McMackin Field in the 1980s, so it’s easy to understand why his favorite baseball player was Rogers Clemens.…
Forbes property on Chelsea Creek sold to Mass Audubon
The 18-acre Forbes property has been sold to Mass Audubon. “We can report that the receiver has officially sold the property to Mass Audubon for $8.36 Million,” stated Maltez in a letter to the city council. “As part of the…
Comment period open on CDBG action plan
The city’s housing and community development department held its second public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) action plan at city hall last week. The city is expected to receive about $1.1 million in federal community development block…
Revere Elks Lodge #1171 announces new leadership for 2026-2027 year
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (B.P.O.E.) Lodge #1171 in Revere is proud to announce its incoming administration for the 2026–2027 lodge year, beginning April 12. Under the leadership of incoming Exalted Ruler Elect Anessa Schena, the lodge is…
RHS Army JROTC Robo-Nerds Team #3000:Engineering Excellence in their first National Competition
The Revere High School JROTC RoboNerds Team #3000 has earned national recognition after competing in the RDL Nationals competition, where they received the prestigious award for Best Engineering Notebook. This honor highlights not only their technical abilities but also their…
Revere High School Robo-Nerds crowned National Alliance Champions in rookie season
Special to the Journal The Robo-Nerds team from Revere High School has achieved a remarkable milestone, earning the title of National Alliance Champions at the Robot-Drone League National Competition held March 27–28, 2026, at Eastern Tennessee State University in Johnson…
Human Rights Comm. discusses direction for Juneteenth celebration
The Revere Human Rights Commission (HRC) held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday, April 2, in the City Council Chamber. On hand for the session were Chair Chaimaa (Shay) Hossaini, vice-chair Herby Jean-Baptiste, Albert Tecci, Sheila Johnson, Fire Chief James…
Over 60 caregivers attend RPS’s March Family Engagement Night
The Revere Public Schools Family Engagement Night took place recently, with over 60 caregivers attending. Pat Cameron from the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN) gave a talk. It was open to families, caregivers, and community partners. The English…
Revere Public Library Easter Egg Hunt
Vietnam Veterans Ceremony
ZBA Approves 20-unit Building at 700 Broadway; Rejects Redesigned Plan for Green St. Apartments
Special to the Journal The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, March 25, in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber. On hand for the session were chair Michael Tucker and…