Hundreds held candles to remember those lost to addiction during the 9th Annual Revere Beach Memorial on Sunday, Sept. 20. Jaliyah Harris (front right) holds a candle to remember her grandfather, Michael Spinelli, who died in April 2014 at the…
Month: September 2015
Bella Bond Memorial Service Held
Shannon Stimpson, Emily Nicholas and Elizabeth Carsley performed “Fly High†a song they composed specifically for Bella Bond and Monday night’s vigil at Deer Island.
No Ruling Yet on Casino Lawsuit
A judge in Suffolk Superior Court heard several arguments Tuesday afternoon on multiple lawsuits against the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) regarding the Wynn casino license. Despite all of the discussion, Judge Janet Sanders did not make a decision. “I have…
Officials Working to Eliminate Rodent Problem
By Sue Ellen Woodcock Revere is no different than any other city … it has rats, but Revere is the only city around that actually will help get rid of them. Gloria DeSisto, who lives in the lower end of…
Columbus Day Parade Plans are Going Well
The Columbus Day Parade promises to be outstanding this year with bands, youth groups, veteran’s groups, sheriff’s department, the US Air Force honor guard and more. Organizer Debbie West said 170 tickets have been sold for the breakfast on Sunday,…
Police Briefs 09-23-2015
House Breaks: (2) Ocean Avenue (2) Commercial Breaks: (1) Squire Road – Uno’s Motor Vehicle *Thefts/Breaks: (9) *Madison Street; *High Street – Motorcycle; Beach Street (plate); *Emanuel Street; Charger Street – Greater Boston Indoor; *Atlantic Avenue; *Campbell Avenue; *Fenno/Borden; and…
Letters to the Editor
Seniors Lucky to Have Mayor Rizzo Dear Editor: Recently I met with several senior center directors from communities near Revere. We gather every couple of months to discuss senior issues, compare notes, and brainstorm in order to share new and…
Richard Gavegnano Is A True Success Story
Richard J. Gaveganano is a true American success story that began right in the East Boston community. And Thursday night the East Boston Chamber of Commerce will present a special event, “Life on Neptune Road†in honor of Gavegnano, the…
Campaigns Are Underway
Any one who has traveled down Broadway in recent days knows that the campaigns for elected office have begun and the excitement is building toward the general election to be held on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Candidates in the mayoral, city…
Lending a Hand in Competition
It’s the kind of thing one sees on television – usually acted out by actors in a sentimental nod to the human bond. The athlete helping the other athlete at the cost of their performance; a handicapped athlete lending a…
Sports 09-23-2015
RhS sports Roundup RHS football team beats Chelsea in romp; at Lynn Classical Friday The Revere High football team rolled to its second victory in as many outings with a 41-0 triumph over Chelsea Friday evening at Harry Della Russo…
Obituaries 09-23-2015
Thomas Hill, Sr. Founder of Hill Insurance Agency; active in many organizatons, member of one of Revere’s oldest families Thomas L. Hill, Sr., a life long resident of Revere, died following a long confinement at the Leonard Florence Center for…
Council Candidates Are Running Hard To Capture At-large Seats
By Sue Ellen Woodcock Candidates for the Councillor-At-Large race are pounding the pavement, holding signs and working feverishly to get the word that they are serious about winning one of the five seats on the Revere City Council. With the…
Local Assault on Police Officer Highlights Growning National Trend
In Indiana, it was a 31-year-old rookie officer shot on the side of the road after a traffic stop. In Las Vegas, two officers were ambushed at a traffic light. In Texas, a sheriff’s deputy was gunned down while gassing…
Revere Officials Hold Grand Opening Ceremony for Della Russo Stadium
The Revere High football team made it a perfect night for the city with a 35-0 victory over Medford High in the season opener Friday night at the new Harry Della Russo Stadium. Before the game, Mayor Dan Rizzo and…
Beach Memorial on Sunday Night
When Rachel Harrington’s ex-husband died of a drug overdose this past Mother’s Day, it was but one more heartbreak to add to many others that had occurred over the years as he – and other family members – struggled with…
Police Briefs 09-16-2015
House Breaks: (4) Unity Avenue; Dehon Street; Broadway; and Lincoln Street. Commercial Breaks: (0) Motor Vehicle *Thefts/Breaks: (8) *Thornton Street; *Abruzzi Street; *VFW Parkway – Select; *North Shore Road; *Hutchinson Street; Arlington Avenue; Endicott Avenue; and *Dehon Street. Motor Vehicle…
Letters to the Editor
We must take a look att new residential construction Dear Editor: Now more than ever we need to take a serious look at the explosion of
residential construction in the City of Revere. Additionally, I feel a
 need to impose a…
We Need a Comprehensive Planning Process
Last September, I proposed the idea of an inclusive and comprehensive planning process. The rationale behind this idea was to get people thinking past the next election and to map out a way to make Revere a great place to…
Our New Field of Dreams: Harry Della Russo Stadium
Has there ever been a better night in Revere sports history? We’re talking about the grand opening ceremony and celebration of the new Harry Della Russo Stadium that was held Friday night before the Medford-Revere varsity football game. After years…
