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…
11290 search results for "ma"
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…
Sports Communications Hooked Andrea Mazzarelli From the Start
By Sydney Ciano Revere native Andrea Mazzarelli kept her career in sports close to home after finding her rhythm in the sports marketing field after college. Mazzarelli attended the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester after graduating from Revere…
MBC Addresses Coastal Climate Change Impact
By Adam Swift State and local leaders discussed the impact of climate change on beaches from Hull to Lynn as part of the state’s Metropolitan Beaches Commission’s (MBC) initial public hearing on Tuesday morning. The meeting was expected to be…
Healey Proclaims Hurricane Preparedness Week in Massachusetts
Special to the Journal Gov. Maura Healey has declared July 9-15, to be “Hurricane Preparedness Week,†recognizing the importance of preparing for the impact of extreme weather. As part of the Administration’s commitment to strengthening community readiness and resiliency, the…
Planet Fitness and the DeMartinis Supporting the Community
Special to the Journal Alder Partners LLC, which is an independent franchise group of Planet Fitness in East Boston and Revere, owned and operated by the DeMartinis brothers, continues to give back to the communities it serves. • On June…
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Announces the Cast and Creative Team of Shakespeare’s Classic Macbeth
Special to the Journal Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC) and Steven Maler, Artistic Director, announce the complete cast and creative team for this summer’s production of Shakespeare’s tragedy Macbeth on the Boston Common. Performances begin on July 19 and run through…
Guest Op-Ed: Revere Needs To Make Flooding a Priority
By Dan Rizzo Now more than ever before, Revere has to do more to prevent flooding in the Point of Pines, and adjoining neighborhoods of Revere Beach Boulevard, including Beachmont. Study after study indicates rising sea levels and flooding are…
The Renegades Roll On: Helped by Revere Resident Amanda Alpert, the Women’s Pro Football Team Advances to National Title Game
Continued its season-long dominance, the Boston Renegades bolted to a 58-6 victory over the Alabama Fire in the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA) semifinals Saturday night at Harry Della Russo Stadium in Revere. Head coach John Johnson’s unbeaten juggernaut will head…
