By DA Kevin Hayden Two women are facing shoplifting charges after police recovered approximately 200 stolen clothing items in the vehicle they used to flee after shoplifting on Newbury Street Monday, and an Everett man was charged Tuesday for stealing…
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Mayor Highlights Optimism, Unity In First State of the City Address
By Adam Swift In his first official State of the City address last week, Mayor Patrick Keefe hit on themes of optimism and unity as he moves forward as the city’s leader. While Keefe was in the spotlight, he shared…
Large Crowd Attends Rep. Giannino’s Re-Election Campaign Kickoff Reception
Rep. Jessica Giannino kicked off her campaign for re-election at a packed reception Monday night at DeMaino’s in Revere. Several of her colleagues in the House of Representatives joined with Revere’s elected officials and scores of local residents in a…
Human Rights Commission Looks Ahead to Future Planning
The Revere Human Rights Commission (HRC) held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday evening (April 4) in the City Council Chamber. On hand for the session were chair Chaimaa (Shay) Hossaini, vice-chair Herby Jean-Baptiste, and fellow members Dr. Lourenco Garcia,…
Student Senate Updates Council on Transportation Concerns, Health Initiatives
By Adam Swift Under President Anthony Cogliandro, the city council has put an emphasis on hearing the concerns of students from Revere High School. Monday night, Matthew Terrell, chair of the RHS student senate, provided the council with an update…
MBTA Announces Service Information for the 2024 Boston Marathon
Special to the Journal The MBTA today announced service information on Monday, April 15, the day of the 2024 Boston Marathon. Every year, the MBTA prepares for the Boston Marathon across all departments in many ways. It supports the annual…
Board of Health Hears of the Coming Installation of Naloxone Boxes
The Revere Board of Health held its regular monthly meeting this past Thursday (March 28) in the City Council Chambers at Revere City Hall. On hand for the meeting were chair Dr. Drew Bunker and a new member of the…
Council Looks for Return of Christmas Parade
By Adam Swift After a hiatus of several years, a Christmas parade could be returning to Revere this holiday season. At last week’s city council meeting, Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya and Ward 6 Councilor Chris Giannino introduced a motion…
Residents Express Opposition to One-Sided Parking
The Revere Traffic Commission (RTC) held its regular monthly meeting this past Thursday, March 21, in the City Councillor Joseph A. Del Grosso City Council Chambers. On hand for the session were City Planner Frank Stringi, Fire Chief Chris Bright,…
Obituaries 03-20-2024
Theresa Merino July 19, 1928 – March 10, 2024 Theresa V. (Meads) Merino of Peabody, formerly of Chelsea and East Boston, passed away peacefully at home on March 10th after a short illness. She was 95 years old. Theresa was…
Keynote Addresses by First Lady Keefe, Rep. Giannino, Supt. Kelly Highlight RCC Women’s History Month Luncheon
The Revere Chamber of Commerce hosted its first Women’s History Month Luncheon March 8 at the Four Points Sheraton. RCC Executive Director Erica Porzio and Luncheon Chair Amanda Bonasoro welcomed the guests to the luncheon. Board Member Anasha Girma presented…
Revere Library Celebrates Read Across America
Obituaries 02-28-2024
Virginia “Jeanie” Bolognese Of Stoneham, formerly of Revere Virginia “Jeanie” Bolognese of Stoneham, formerly of Revere, passed away on February 21 at the age of 83. Born in Boston on September 27, 1940 to the late Louis Pisani and Jennie…
Scam Targeting Seniors Hits Close to Home
Ward 5 City Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya had nothing but praise for two Revere police officers for putting an end to a scam that targeted local senior citizens. The councillor commended Revere officers Kenan Resic and Pheachey Chhom for preventing a…
Letter to the Editor
Thank You for Another Successful Toy Drive Dear Editor, On behalf of the Revere Police Department, I am proud to announce that the Revere Police Department’s 24th Annual Toy Drive was a great success. With the support of our generous…
Council Looks for Stricter Regulations on Motorized Bikes and Scooters
By Adam Swift City Councillors want some clarity on the regulations regarding the operation of electric scooters and small motorized bikes in the city. “As I was campaigning this past year, one of the biggest complaints I got was about…
Boston City Council Accepts Anti-Terrorism Grant That Impacts Region
By Adam Swift Last week, the Boston City Council voted to accept a $13.3 million anti-terrorism grant that the previous council had narrowly voted against accepting. The grant will impact surrounding communities, including Chelsea, Revere, Everett, and Winthrop, who are…
Zuckerberg, Et Al: The Worst of the Worst
Last week’s dramatic hearing in the U.S. Senate, in which the heads of a number of social media companies testified in front of a gallery that was filled with parents who lost children because of the pernicious effects of social…
Lee’s Trailer Park Development Proposal Headed to Subcommittee
By Adam Swift The planned redevelopment of the dilapidated former Lee’s Trailer Park on Winthrop Avenue, consisting of 250 residential units with 10 percent of the units offered at affordable rates, is headed to the City Council’s zoning subcommittee. The…
Obituaries 01-31-2024
Janeen Guiliano-Miranda A Woman of Grace, Strength and Ceaseless Compassion Who Left a Lasting Legacy in the Field of Education Janeen Guiliano-Miranda, affectionately known to her friends and family as “Neenie,” was a beacon of light to those who had…
