Special to the Journal In an effort to meet the Commonwealth’s climate goals of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, the House of Representatives today passed legislation to further develop the offshore wind industry in Massachusetts. The legislation will also modernize…
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USS Constitution Opens Lottery for Easter Egg Hunt
USS Constitution opened a lottery for the chance to participate in an Easter egg hunt aboard the ship from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, April 16. The Easter Egg hunt is intended for children ages 12 and below and can…
Winter Isn’t Through Yet
Community Leader Aklog Limeneh Honored During Annual Black Excellence on the Hill
On Monday, February 28th, Revere resident and Community Leader Aklog Limeneh was honored by the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus (MBLLC) during their annual “Black Excellence on the Hill†event, which took place virtually this year due to the…
Happy Birthday, Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky
Revere City Council Stands in Solidarity With Ukraine
The Revere City Council voted unanimously on a resolution Monday night affirming support for Ukrainian sovereignty, the people of Ukraine, and their right to self-determination. The late motion submitted by Councillor Richard Serino pointed out that Revere is home to…
News Briefs
Patriot Senior Club to Meet March 8 The first meeting of the Patriot Senior Club for 2022 is Tuesday March 8 at 12:30PM. There is a change of meeting place. Now it is at Knights of Columbus Hall, 29 Central…
RPD School Resource Officer Building Boxing Program at RHS
By Melissa Moore-Randall One of the most familiar and popular faces at Revere High School (RHS) is Revere Public School Student Resource Officer Joe Singer. Officer Singer is actively involved in dealing with the day to day issues at RHS…
McKenna, Rose Spar Over Central Ave. Lot Parking Meters
The Revere Traffic Commission held its regular meeting last Thursday, February 17, in the City Councilor Joseph A. Del Grosso Council Chambers of Revere City Hall. DPW Supt. Paul Argenzio chaired the meeting that was attended by fellow members City Engineer…
Arrigo to Deliver Fourth State of the City Address
Special to the Journal Mayor Brian Arrigo will deliver his fourth State of the City Address, highlighting the city’s significant growth and success and outlining plans to position Revere for the next generation on Thursday March 3 at 6:30 p.m.…
2022 Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival Is Planned
The Revere Beach Partnership, in coordination with the City of Revere and the Department of Conservation and Recreation, is excited to announce that it will be hosting the 18th Annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival from July 22 to…
March’s Public Servant of the Month: Hill School Kindergarten Teacher Corinne Ciano
Mayor Brian Arrigo announced Corinne Ciano as March’s Public Servant of the Month. With more than a 14-year tenure at the Hill School, Mrs. Ciano was chosen by both the Mayor’s Office and the Superintendent’s Office for her dedication and…
MGC Hears Views on Whether Proposed Encore Development Falls Within Its Jurisdiction
By Stephen Quigley The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) held a special meeting on Monday to get the public’s input on the proposed development in Everett on the Charlestown line by Encore Boston Harbor. Officials from Encore are before the MGC…
Board of Health Discusses Chicken-Keeping Regulations
The Revere Board of Health held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday, February 24, in the City Council Chambers. In attendance at the meeting were the chairperson, Dr. Drew Bunker, and fellow member Dr. Craig Costanza, as well as Director of…
Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School Looks to Start Pilot Program in Revere
At the last Revere School Committee’s Committee of the Whole meeting representatives from Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School (Voc) were on hand to discuss a new pilot program for Revere students only. The pilot program pitched by Voc Superintendent David…
Arroyo and Hayden Say They Are Both in the Race for Suffolk County DA
So far the race for Suffolk County District Attorney will be between one candidate who supports many of former DA Rachael Rollin’s reforms and another who is more moderate and was appointed as interim DA by Republican Governor Charlie Baker.…
Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School Looks to Start Pilot Program in Revere
At the last Revere School Committee’s Committee of the Whole meeting representatives from Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School (Voc) were on hand to discuss a new pilot program for Revere students only. The pilot program pitched by Voc Superintendent David…
Arrigo, Clark Announce $18 Million Investment to Replace Casassa Overpass
Assistant Speaker of the U.S. House Katherine Clark (MA-5) and Mayor Brian Arrigo are pleased to announce an $18 million dollar investment to replace and improve the Andrew A. Casassa Overpass in Revere, paid for by the Infrastructure Investment and…
RPL Director Diana Luongo Aims to Create a Pleasing Environment for Library Lovers
By Melissa Moore-Randall For many, a public library is a place that offers resources and a quiet place for reading and working. Revere Public Library Director DIana Luongo is leading her staff to do just this. Luongo says most of…
School Comm. Votes to End Mask Mandate
The Revere School Committee voted unanimously last week to end the mask mandate in Revere Public Schools (RPS) for students and staff on March 14 with mask wearing becoming optional after that date. After taking testimony from the public, Revere…