By Mayor Brian Arrigo In just a few days, school buses will be rolling—a sure sign that summer is approaching an end. But what a busy summer it was—at least from the perspective of all that has happened in the…
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A Great Cause for the Canoeists : Row Row Row Raises Funds for Autism Programs
Revere’s Row Row Row has become one of the most anticipated events on the summer calendar since its revival three years ago after a long hiatus. On Saturday morning rowers will leave from the Point of Points Yacht Club (POPYC)…
Revere Roadways Highlighted in State Transportation Report
MassDOT released a comprehensive 172-page traffic congestion report on Thursday for the state and the several major arteries, which flow through Revere. “Massachusetts has reached a tipping point with respect to congestion,†Stephanie Pollack, Transportation Secretary for the Baker administration,…
Reading in Your ‘Free’ Time : Little Libraries Debut Througout Revere
The Little Free Libraries program in Revere is off and running in 17 different locations in the city. Mayor Brian Arrigo joined Project Manager Elle Baker and some of the key contributors to the program during a ceremony held at…
Our Glorious Summer Days
When we think of the “dog days of summer,†what comes to mind are the languid and sultry days of early to mid-August, when the heat and humidity combine to make for a stew that can make even the most…
Obituaries 08-14-2019
Arnold Massirman Feb. 13, 1921 — Aug. 12, 2019 Arnold Massirman of Florida, formerly of Chelsea, passed away on Monday, Aug. 12 peacefully in his sleep. He was 98 years old. We are all very grateful to have spent so…
News Briefs
Arrigo Launches Mobile City Hall Mayor Brian Arrigo announced the official launch of Mobile City Hall, the City of Revere’s latest initiative to make interacting with city government more accessible and convenient for residents. Mobile City Hall, a retrofitted passenger…
Revere Police Planned Well for Festival Traffic
One of the biggest concerns in advance of the International Sand Sculpting Festival held July 26-28 was the expected high-volume vehicular traffic that had created an inconvenience for visitors and Revere residents alike in previous years. But thanks to a…
Callahan Begins Construction on New Revere Hotel
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces it has broken ground at the new SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Revere Beach. Callahan was tasked to build the new-construction property, which is scheduled for delivery in May 2021. CR architecture + design served…
DeLeo, Vincent and Boncore Point out Local Benefits in New State Budget
The Massachusetts Legislature passed its Fiscal Year 2020 (FY20) budget, which invests in programs and services across the Commonwealth. Funded at $43.1 billion, the budget makes major investments in education, housing, substance use disorder services, health care, and other areas…
Revere Kids Join Save the Harbor/Save the Bay for Free Cruises to the Boston Harbor Islands
This July, 120 young people from Revere Parks and Recreation set sail to the Boston Harbor Islands on Bay State Cruise Company’s flagship Provincetown II on a free All Access Boston Harbor cruise hosted by Save the Harbor/Save the Bay.…
Sand Sculpting Festival Brings 1 Million People to City
Council Approves New Point of Pines Fire Station
The Revere City Council Monday night unanimously approved a $9.2 million bond authorization to demolish and build a new Alden Mills-Point of Pines fire station on the site of the old fire station that had been closed for more than…
Baker Joins Arrigo, City Officials at Opening Ceremonies
Gov. Charlie Baker joined Mayor Brian Arrigo and city officials at the opening ceremonies Friday night for the 2019 International Sand Sculpting Festival. Baker drew a tremendous reception upon his arrival, obliging numerous requests for photographs before taking the stage…
President of RBP Pleased With Event
Five years ago, Jeffrey Turco, became part of the Revere Beach Partnership (RBP), known not only for putting on the Sand Sculpture Contest (the third largest event in the Commonwealth), but other activities that highlight America’s First Public Beach. “There…
State Police Horses Grace Sand Sculpture Festival
The Massachusetts State Police have made them fully sworn troopers, complete with badges. They are also one of the best public relations arms the organization has – horses and mounted troopers. During the summer they rotate around Department of Conservation…
Obituaries 07-31-2019
Judith Indorato A Selfless and Loving Person Judith A. Indorato of Winthrop, formerly of Revere, passed away on July 27 at the age of 63 after a brave journey with cancer. Judi was a selfless and loving person who always…
Close to One Million Visitors are Expected at Sand Sculpting Festival This Weekend
The Sand Sculpting Festival on Revere Beach that just keeps growing every year is expected to attract almost one million visitors over the three day-long event under predicted perfect summer skies. This year’s Festival is set for July 26-28 and…
News Briefs
Clark Votes to Raise Minimum Wage Rate Vice Chair of the Democratic Caucus Katherine Clark joined the U.S. House of Representatives in passing H.R. 582, the Raise The Wage Act, which will increase the federal minimum wage to $15 an…
Arrigo Says City Is Ready for Weekend’s Festival
Mayor Brian Arrigo today announced City preparations ahead of the 16th Annual International Sand Sculpting Festival, taking place at Revere Beach July 26-28. An additional city investment of $150,000 in free cash has been dedicated to improve community programming, and…
