Molly Hookness, a resident of Cohen Florence Levine Estates in Chelsea, turned 100 on Nov. 9. Born in Beverly, Hookness moved to Revere when she was 11 years old. She lived there her entire life until moving to the assisted…
Month: December 2016
Council Wraps up ’16 with Water Fix
By Sue Ellen Woodcock The council voted to combine two loan orders for $6.5 million having to do with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) consent decree to eliminate excess water from the sewer system and the sump pump removal…
Revere to Celebrate the Holidays
The following Holiday service schedule is listed: Immaculate Conception Beach Street/ Winthrop Avenue December 24 4:00 pm English;
6:00 pm Spanish; Midnight Mass English Dec. 25 8:00 am English 10:30 am
and 12:30 Spanish First Congregational Church 230 Beach St. December…
News Briefs
Fund set up A fund has been set up for a family whose house burned in Stoneham on December 15. The 10 a.m. fire destroyed the home of Mr. and Mrs. Marie Zealandi’s house in Stoneham. She works in Revere…
JJ Jones on the Top of Cheerleading Sport
By Seth Daniel About seven years ago, Revere’s JJ Jones was told by his doctor that he was obese; he was only 11. A bit of an outcast at school, and a bit different as well, he spent much of…
Police Briefs 12-21-2016
ARREST Report MONDAY, DECEMBER 12 Johnny D. Black, 29, of Norwood, was arrested on charges of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of liquor (2nd offense), assault & battery upon a police officer, resisting arrest, negligent operation of…
Remember Those in Need
Although the holiday season for most of us will be filled with fun and joy, it is incumbent upon all of us who are fortunate to be doing well in our lives to remember that there are many among us,…
Enjoy A Happy — and Safe — Holiday Weekend
By a coincidence of the calendar, both Chanukah and Christmas arrive this weekend, and we wish to take this opportunity to wish all of our readers of the Jewish and Christian faiths (and those of no faith at all) a…
Sports 12-21-2016
RhS sports Roundup RHS HOCKEY TEAM WINS SEASON-OPENERS The Revere High hockey team came from behind in both of its contests in its season-opening week to post victories over East Boston and Everett. The Patriots trailed for almost the entire…
Obituaries 12-21-2016
Toby DiPietro Of Peabody, formerly of Revere Toby DiPietro of Peabody, formerly of Revere, entered into rest on December 15 at the age of 75. The beloved wife of the late Andrew DiPietro, and the devoted mother of Stacy Margossian…
Christmas Goodies
A tree that lights up, some hot chocolate, and a cupcake make Malik Silue a very happy boy.
A Powerful Message:Herren tells Seacoast Students of his Recovery from Drug Addiction
By Joseph Salvatore Prezioso Students at the Seacoast School had a one-on-one experience with former NBA star turned drug addict turned sober anti-substance educator Chris Herren on Monday morning, Dec. 12. Herren was a high school legend at Durfee High…
City Officials Revive Disabilities Comm:Three New Members Appointed; Set Goals
By Sue Ellen Woodcock It’s been awhile but city officials have now revived the Commission on Disabilities with the appointment of three new members — Ralph Decicco, Enza Goodwin and David Hahesy — and the first meeting of the commission…
RHA Outlines Many Improvements to Buildings
By Sue Ellen Woodcock The Revere Housing Authority (RHA) will hold a public hearing on January 11 to discuss the authorities annual report of the last year as well the five-year plan for its properties and organization. “The new year…
News Briefs
CAPIc’s Board holds 49th Annual Meeting The Community Action Programs Inter-City, Inc. (CAPIC) Board of Directors recently conducted their 49th meeting of the Corporation. The meeting was conducted at the CAPIC After School Program facility, located at 92 Arlington Street…
Police Briefs 12-14-2016
ARREST Report MONDAY, DECEMBER 5 Pedro Rodriguez, 27, of Brookline, was arrested on a charge of unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Steven K. Vera, 25, of 179 Constitution Ave., was arrested on charges of assault & battery in a…
Letters to the Editor
On The Malden Street Pumping Station Dear Editor: Thanks to you Councilor Charlie Patch and the City Council for passing your motion. The high weeds and wild bushes were cut. The gas emergency s hut off is more visible and…
Trump and the Vote
We love how many of the national commentators and pundits always point out that while Donald Trump won the presidency, he didn’t get the popular vote. Well, it’s clear Donald Trump’s strategy was to reach the 270 electoral votes he…
A Time to Give
Christmas Day is less than two weeks away as hard as it is for many to believe. The hectic gift shopping is in full swing for residents. In these frenzied days many items on a to-do list may just not…
Sports 12-14-2016
RhS sports Roundup RHS BOYS BASKETBALL OPENS SEASON FRIDAY The Revere High boys basketball team will open its season Friday evening when the Patriots trek to Beverly. “Things are moving quickly,†noted first-year head coach David Leary, referring to the…