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…
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News Briefs
Irish Night at the Elks The Saugus-Everett Elks will be hosting their annual Irish Night on Thursday, March 10. Cocktails at 6:30, traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner at 7:30 followed by presentations to our Person of the Year Honoree,…
McKenna Expresses Concerns about 5G Antennas Near Logan Airport
Stating that “any airplane interference from 5G antennas could be catastrophic for the Beachmont neighborhood,†Councillor Joanne McKenna has requested federal assistance on the safety issue from Congresswoman Katherine Clark. The City Council unanimously approved McKenna’s motion at its Feb.…
Here’s the (Roast) Beef: Kelly’s Will Open a Location in Sarasota This Summer
If you’re traveling to southwestern Florida, you will soon see the sign of a popular Revere Beach landmark that has served generations of roast beef sandwich connoisseurs. Kelly’s Roast Beef, the iconic restaurant that started on Revere Beach in 1951…
Request for Variance for Two-Family Home in Beachmont is Withdrawn after Opposition
The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday evening, February 16, in the City Councilor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber . Chairman Michael Tucker and members Aklog Limeneh, John Lopes, and Hazem Hamdan were…
Sen. Edwards Kicks off Talks with Her Community Transition Committee
Last week Senator Lydia Edwards kicked off her Community Transition Committee through a virtual meeting to discuss housing. After being sworn in Edwards asks residents to advise her on constituent and public policy issues impacting the Senate district. While last…
PRIM Board to Vote Against Directors at High-Polluting Portfolio Companies
The Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment Management (PRIM) Board, which oversees the state’s $104.1 billion pension fund, voted unanimously in favor to approve new proxy voting guidelines proposed by State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg. These guidelines are designed to allow the state pension…
Senator Crighton Appointed Senate Chair of Joint Committee on Transportation
The Massachusetts State Senate announced that Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn) has been appointed Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Transportation. He will serve alongside State Representative William Straus, who is the House Chair of the Committee. “Thank you to President…
Despite Reservations, License Commission Renews Licenses for the Quality Inn Hotel
The Revere License Commission addressed a full agenda of items at the commission’s regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, February 16. Chairman Robert Selevitch and fellow commission members Daniel Occena and Linda Guinasso were on hand for the meeting. The chief…
Local Students Earn Academic Honors
Lewis on Dean’s List Erin Lewis of Revere has been named to the dean’s list at Lesley College for the fall semester. The following is the letter from Steven S. Shapiro, ph.D., Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. “Congratulations!…
Arrigo Treats Seniors to Valentine’s Surprise
Revere Chamber of Commerce to Open New HQ
The resurgence of the Revere Chamber of Commerce continues with the opening of its new headquarters on Broadway in March. Amanda Schepici-Portillo, who became the business organization’s executive director in September, said the Chamber will soon move in to the…
News Briefs
State of the City Address Set for March 4 The City of Revere will be holding its State of the City Address, delivered by Mayor Brian Arrigo on Thursday, March 3, at 6:30 p.m. at Springhill Suites by Marriott Hotel…
RPS Transportation Costs Skyrocketing
At last week’s Revere School Committee’s Ways and Means subcommittee meeting, Revere Public School COO Matthew Kruse was the bearer of some bad news—Revere’s school transportation costs are skyrocketing. “Cumulatively, we’re up 63% with some major increases there,†said Kruse.…
A Team Effort Saves a Life at RHS Basketball Game
By Melissa Moore-Randall As the Revere High School Boys’ JV team was in the midst of a thrilling overtime game last week, stunned players, coaches, and spectators watched in disbelief when a referee suddenly had a medical emergency. According to…
Revere Commission on Disabilities Holds Monthly Meeting
The Revere Commission on Disabilities held its regular monthly meeting last Tuesday evening, February 8. Chairperson Ralph DeCicco, vice-chair Pauline Perno, and members Mario Grimanis, Jason Barone, Asmaa Aabou-Fouda, Enza Goodwin, and new member Robert Brown were on hand for the…
Arrigo, Clark Announce $18 Million Investment to Replace Casassa Overpass
The Andrew A. Casassa Overpass, the first overpass built in Massachusetts, will be replaced over the next few months with an $18 million dollar investment from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Revere, MA – Assistant Speaker of the U.S.…
Encore Presents Plans for Everett’s Lower Broadway Project
By Stephen Quigley Officials from the Encore Boston appeared before the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) last Thursday morning to present revised plans for a new development across from the casino on lower Broadway. Chris Gordon, President of Wynn Resorts Development,…
Massachusetts House Passes Legislation That Establishes Additional Protections for Veterans
Special to the Journal In an effort to ensure greater accountability on behalf of our veterans and their families, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed legislation last Thursday that makes key reforms to the governance structure of the veterans’ homes,…
Baker-Polito Administration Expands Transformative Development Initiative for Gateway Cities
The Baker-Polito Administration announced a historic expansion of the Transformative Development Initiative (TDI), a MassDevelopment program for Gateway Cities that includes Revere, designed to accelerate economic growth within focused districts. The announcement includes the selection of 12 new districts in…
