As we are writing this, forecasters are predicting that powerful Hurricane Lee will track off to our east, sending us perhaps some rain, high winds, and high seas, this weekend. Although we in this area have been very fortunate to…
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Former State Rep. RoseLee Vincent Endorses Alexander Rhalimi for Councillor-at-Large
Special to the Journal Former State Representative RoseLee Vincent has endorsed Alexander Rhalimi for Revere City Councillor at Large. Vincent, a well-respected advocate and leader in our community, believes that Rhalimi’s dedication, vision, and commitment to serving the people of…
Electricians Union Backs Kelley For At-Large Seat on Revere City Council
Special to the Journal One of the region’s largest telecommunications and technology workers unions has announced its support of Michelle Kelley’s candidacy in the Sept. 19 preliminary election for an at-large seat on the Revere City Council, saying Kelley has…
Council Honors Departing Veterans’ Agent
By Adam Swift The City Council is honoring Marc Silvestri for his nearly seven years of service as Revere’s Director of Veterans’ Services. Silvestri, who continues to serve as a councillor-at-large, recently took a position in the state’s Executive Office…
Council Challenges Number of Hirees By Acting Mayor
By Adam Swift The City Council is challenging Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe’s ability to hire and appoint new employees in the city. Monday night, the council voted 8-0 for the acting mayor to immediately cease and desist taking actions admitting…
Council Looks at Political Sign Ordinance Changes
By Adam Swift The old saying about there being nothing being certain in life except death and taxes might want to make room for controversies about political signs during election season. Monday night, the City Council voted to hold a…
Iconic Restaurateur Roger Berkowitz Endorses Patrick Keefe in Mayoral Race
Special to the Journal Boston Restaurateur and founder of Legal Seafoods Roger Berowitz, endorses Patrick Keefe for Mayor of Revere. The election date is on September 19, 2023. “Hi Roger Berkowitz here, former owner and longtime CEO of Legal Seafoods.…
Council Seeks More Information On Migrant State of Emergency
By Adam Swift Earlier in August, Governor Maura Healey declared a state of emergency in Massachusetts due to rapidly rising numbers of migrant families arriving in Massachusetts in need of shelter and services and a severe lack of shelter availability…
September Service Changes Will Allow Crews To Continue Improvement Work Across MBTA System
Special to the Journal The MBTA announced service changes in September on the Red, Green, Orange, Kingston, Middleborough, Greenbush, Newburyport/Rockport, and Haverhill lines. The MBTA will continue working to improve service reliability across the system. Service changes will take place…
RHS Responding To Changes in Discipline Law
By Michael Coughlin Jr. In response to some changes to one of the statutes that govern discipline for public schools in the state, Revere High School (RHS) has set out plans for both supporting and holding its students accountable in…
Traffic Comm. Approves Emergency Measures To Reduce Speeding on Malden Street
The Revere Traffic Commission held its regular monthly meeting this past Thursday evening, August 17, in the City Councillor Joseph A. Del Grosso Council Chambers at Revere City Hall. Chairman and DPW Director Paul Argenzio and fellow members Fire Chief…
Councillor-at-Large Candidate Alexander Rhalimi Endorsed by Greater Boston Labor Council
Special to the Journal Candidate for Councillor-at-Large in the upcoming election Alexander Rhalimi has received an endorsement for office from the Greater Boston Labor Council (GBGC). The following is their letter: “Dear Alexander, I am pleased to inform you that…
Hayden Announces Youth Advisory Council, Encourages Suffolk County Teens To Apply
Special to the Journal District Attorney Kevin Hayden has announced the creation of the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Youth Advisory Council, which will meet regularly throughout the school year to give Hayden’s office insight into issues such as youth violence,…
Our Age of Anxiety
The Wall St. Journal this past week featured a front page story entitled, “The Booming Business of American Anxiety.†The issue of New York Magazine two weeks ago touched on the same subject with the cover story, “Trauma: America’s Favorite…
Electing Fiscal Responsibility: Alexander Rhalimi for Revere Councillor-at-Large
By Alexander Rhalimi In the upcoming elections, Revere has a crucial opportunity to secure its financial future by electing Alexander Rhalimi as Councillor-at-Large. In today’s uncertain economic climate, fiscal responsibility is not just a buzzword; it is a necessity for…
Community Comes Together To Create ‘Destination’ Mural at Garfield School Complex
By Melissa Moore-Randall As development in Revere continues to bring a fresh look to the city, a spot at the Garfield School Complex has been transformed thanks to a team effort by the Revere community. Wayne Godbout, an ELL teacher…
Angela Guarino-Sawaya Ward 5 Candidate Visits Jack Satter House to an Overwhelming Reception
Special to the Journal Before a crowd of more than 80 residents of the Jack Satter House last Wednesday night, Candidate for Ward 5 City CounciI, Angela Guarino-Sawaya outlined what Revere seniors can expect if she is elected. Commenting on…
Disabilities Comm. Urges Revere Officials To Support Bill To Create More Accessible Trails
The Revere Commission on Disabilities held its regular monthly meeting last Tuesday evening, August 8, via Zoom. On hand for the meeting were chair Ralph DeCicco, vice-chair Pauline Perno, Jason Barone-Cichocki, Robert Brown, and Mario Grimanis, Revere High student member…
Getting Ready for the Back-To-School at City Hall
Revere students are pictured outside City Hall at the free backpack distribution event.
Operating Engineers endorse Kelley for councillor at-large
Special to the Journal A prominent local union representing over 5,000 operating engineers is throwing its weight behind Michelle Kelley’s candidacy for a Revere City Council At-Large seat, pointing to Kelley’s vow to serve as a government watchdog and bring…