Special to the Journal John J. Stamatopoulos has announced his candidacy for Ward 1 Councillor. The following is his statement: “Revere finds itself at a crossroads: a city bursting with potential yet grappling with unmet needs. As the Commonwealth’s fastest-growing…
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Bus Stop at Jack Satter House Will Remain in Place
Special To The Journal Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe said that the existing bus stop at the Jack Satter House will remain in place. The MBTA had been considering removing the bus stop as part of its bus network redesign project.…
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…
State Rep. Manny Cruz Endorses School Comm. Member Jacqueline Monterroso for Re-Election
Special to the Journal State Representative and Salem School Committee Member, Manny Cruz, has endorsed School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso for School Committee. “Jacqueline, like many of us, is the proud daughter of immigrants who sacrificed for her to have…
Silvestri Will Leave His Position As Revere Veterans Office Director: Appointed New Ombudsman at Chelsea Veteran’s Home
Marc Silvestri, a highly decorated veteran of the United States Army, is stepping down as director of the Revere Veterans Office to become the ombudsperson at the Chelsea Veterans Home. Silvestri will leave his position in Revere Aug. 25 and…
Martelli Sisters Presented Key to the City From Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe
Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe presented a Key to the City to the Martelli sisters, Kayla and Jordan, Saturday in recognition of their immense fundraising efforts for Alex’s Lemonade Stand, a national foundation for childhood cancer. Kayla, a student in the…
Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe Endorsed by IBEW 103
Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe has been endorsed by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 103. The preliminary election in Revere for Mayor is September 19. “Productive meeting with our friend, the Mayor of Revere, Patrick Keefe. Thanks for…
Alfred Buccilli Brought Joy to Many Revere Residents at His Sub Time Store
Alfred “Al†Buccilli was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving as a medic while stationed in Germany during the Korean War. When he returned from the war, he took a job as machinist at General Electric in Lynn, becoming…
How To Help the Maui Fire Victims
The horrific and tragic disaster in the town of Lahaina on the Hawaiian island of Maui has gripped the world this past week. The scope of this tragedy is unimaginable — photos of the scene look like something from after…
Clarence Thomas: The Supreme Court for Sale
With each new revelation about the extent to which Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has accepted extravagant gifts from assorted billionaires, it has become increasingly clear that Thomas has used his office as a ticket to live the lifestyle of…
Guest Op-Ed: Maui, Devastation Can Happen Anywhere
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Maui has long been the go-to destination for millions to experience paradise. Life has changed. Maui is now the site of the deadliest fire in modern U.S. history. At this writing, over 90 persons are been reported…
ConsComm needs more info for McMackin project
By Journal Staff The Revere Conservation Commission (ConsComm) held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday evening (August 2) in the City Council Chambers. Chairperson John Shue and fellow commissioners Joseph LaValle, Robert Cassidy, Samantha Woodson, Nicholas Rudolph, and Brian Averbach…
Massport CEO Lisa Wieland to step down in November
Special to the Journal After four years of serving as Massport’s CEO, last week Lisa Wieland announced she will be leaving the Authority in November. Following the announcement, the Massport Board voted Director of Aviation Ed Freni as Interim CEO…
MBTA, MassDOT partners with Berklee to deliver live music to Blue Line riders
Special to the Journal The MBTA, MassDOT, and the Berklee College of Music have teamed up in an effort to brighten the commute for Blue Line riders this summer. Beginning on Tuesday, July 25, Berklee students will be performing live…
Council looking for answers on Railroad Avenue marijuana license
By Adam Swift Technically, retail marijuana sales are not allowed in Revere. But there is one license that was approved for medical marijuana that was approved back in 2013, back before recreational marijuana sales were legalized in the state. That…
Addressing the culture in the Mayor’s office
B: Gerry Visconti A complaint was filed with the Department of Labor recently detailing the Acting Mayor’s alleged threats to a group of DPW employees for endorsing an opposing candidate. We can neither afford to accept nor tolerate aggressive behavior…
Long Time Teacher, Anthony Mattera Declares Candidacy for Revere School Committee
Special to the Journal My name is Anthony Mattera and I am running for a seat on the Revere School Committee because I believe the key to our city’s success is action, not politics. As a classroom teacher and coach…
Four Candidates Will Vie for Revere Mayor; Tye, Ferrante Will Not Seek SC Re-Election
The deadline for submitting nomination papers passed Tuesday at 5 p.m., and in addition to making it official that four candidates – Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe and Councillors-at-Large Dan Rizzo, Gerry Visconti, and Steven Morabito – will be seeking the…
NASW-MA Pace Endorses Danielle Osterman for Revere City Council Ward 2
Special to the Journal The National Association of Social Workers – Massachusetts Chapter (NASW-MA) Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) committee has endorsed Danielle Osterman in her campaign for Revere City Council Ward 2. NASWMA PACE is delighted to support…
Celestin Brings the Wahlberg Family and Major Star Power to the Jack Satter House
Special to the Journal Revere Ward 5 candidate Ralph Celestin, award-winning documentarian, global figure, and community leader continues to deliver on his reputation as a showman and highly capable organizer by bringing television celebrity Arthur Wahlberg, Mackenzie Lee Clemont from…