Alice O’Brien, 65 Retired Rehabilitation Aide Alice E. (Williams) O’Brien passed away peacefully in her Malden home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with overwhelming illness on Sunday June 13. She was 65 years old. Born and…
Month: June 2010
With the help of RHS, Toro cleared a path to BC
Kevin Toro is one Revere High School (RHS) senior that is on the move, but right now he is very happy to be sitting still in Revere. Toro is one member of a huge senior class – nearly 400 students…
Call in the reserves – Mayor: We have to dip into our savings
It’s time to dig deep into the City’s piggybank this year. Mayor Tom Ambrosino unveiled his City Budget on Monday and said that there is no more left to cut, and that the City would survive this year by raiding…
Petruccelli says it won’t be difficult bringing everyone to the table
Optimism is high in the state Senate on expanded gaming, according to Sen. Anthony Petruccelli (D-East Boston), who told the City Council Monday that they could probably expect something by the end of the summer. Legislation has been kicked around…
Entertaining An Idea – Shouldn’t city reap financial reward for granting entertainment licenses?
Entertainment licenses, like liquor licenses that are given by the Licensing Board can be taken away. The Licensing Board giveth. The Licensing Board taketh away. An entertainment license is not a right. It is a privilege. It is a bit…
Weekend Weather – Sunday’s storm was one to remember
Is it climate change? Is it our imagination or what? Recent lightning and thunder storms have seemed much more violent and destructive than we can recall in a lifetime. Sunday’s storms were savage – as two homeowners found out in…
Arrest Report 06-09-2010
MONDAY, MAY 31 Melissa R. Columbus, 19, of 10 Yeamans St., was arrested on charges of disorderly conduct, interfering with a police officer while performing his duty, and assault & battery upon a police officer. Hakeem L. Sawyer, 19, of…
Obituaries 06-09-2010
William Masella Florida resident William J. Masella, a long time resident of Merritt Island, Florida, formerly of Everett, died on June 4. He was 60 years old. Born in Everett, he was the beloved son of Mary (Ragucci) Masella and…
Abrams resigning
Councillor Corey Abrams has apparently decided to resign from the city council because of an undiagnosed medical condition that has been affecting him. Abrams is undergoing hospital tests this week and made his decision to resign after consulting with members…
Calming the waters – State Police vow to keep the peace on Revere Beach
The sunny, warm weather this spring has contributed to a great beginning at Revere Beach this season, though it has also brought some concerns. Whispers abound at what many believe to be an influx of gang members from Boston and…
M-Dot is leaving his mark on hip hop scene
For a guy who is not much of a modern rap fan, Michael ‘M-Dot’ Januario certainly is having some marked success in the rap world. Januario has burst upon the rap scene in the last four years and this month…
RHS shake-up – Dakin searching for new principal as Deruosi moves into different role
The baton is being passed in the leadership at Revere High School (RHS) this week, as long-time Principal Dave Deruosi has stepped aside to take a new job within the district. Deruosi has been the principal at RHS for eight…
Girls tennis team falls just short of tourney
The Revere High girls tennis team defeated Lynn English twice last Monday, temporarily raising their record to 7-7, the magical .500 mark needed to qualify for the MIAA State Tournament, but was unable to overcome Peabody and Beverly, the two…
Boys tennis team defeats Lynn English
The Revere High boys tennis team concluded its final week of the season on an upbeat note with a 4-1 win over Lynn English last Tuesday. Senior captain Francesco Tartaglia led the way with a complete shutout of his English…
RHS athletes compete at Division 1 State Meet
A number of members of the Revere High girls track team competed in Saturday’s Division 1 State Track Meet that was held at Dilboy Field in Somerville. Sophomore Racquel MacDonald finished as the highest ranking Lady Patriot at the meet,…
Girls softball team concludes 2010 season
A tough season ended on a tough note for the RHS softball team, as the Lady Patriots took on two strong teams, Peabody and former GBL rival Everett, both of which are tourney bound, last week. As has been the…
In The Gulf – Markey’s criticism has been right on the money concerning BP disaster
Our Congressman Edward Markey has been seen giving interviews or making public statements on television recently on numerous occasions taking British Petroleum to task. He has done more than that. In bold, unambiguous terms Congressman Markey has called BP irresponsible,…
At Wonderland – Parking garage tab won’t be paid by the city
There was some talk on Beacon Hill two weeks ago about charging the city of Revere something like $37 million for the new parking garage to be built at Wonderland Station. That station, announced with fanfare by Governor Patrick and…
Arrest Report 06-02-2010
Monday, May 24 Eric Cantalupo, 22, 5 Elmwood St., was arrested on four warrants. Anthony Grieci, 55, of Eastie, was arrested on one warrant and charged with shoplifting. Tuesday, May 25 Fernando Cutanda, 31, of Boston, was arrested on three…
Obituaries 06-02-2010
Warren Stacy Colonial Ham retiree, member of American Legion and Teamsters Warren C. Stacy of Winthrop died at the Melrose Wakefield Hospital on June 1 after a long illness. He was 84 years old. Born in Wells, Maine, the son…
