By Sue Ellen Woodcock When you think of the Immaculate Conception Family Festival think community. “That’s what this is all about,†said organizer Cesar Salazar. “We invite the all residents of the city to join in.†The Immaculate Conception Family…
Month: September 2017
Police Chief Exemption Sent to Committee
NOTE:Clarification In the August 30 edition of the Revere Journal it was mistakenly stated by the newspaper reporter that the City Council voted on a request from the mayor to exempt the police chief position from Chapter 31 of…
Police Department Report Surfaces
By Sue Ellen Woodcock Not only did Mayor Brian Arrigo get the nod to look outside the city for the next police chief, he also shared a report that he says only came to light a month ago. The report…
City Hall, DPW Conditions Questioned
By Sue Ellen Woodcock The City Council approved $82,000 to set up a new home for the Revere Department of Public Works on Charger Street. But talk of mold and health concerns soon turned to the conditions inside City Hall.…
No Primary Approved by State House
By Sue Ellen Woodcock It’s official, the city will not hold a preliminary election on Sept. 12. Several weeks ago the council voted not to hold a preliminary election, but it needed final approval from the state legislature. Mayor Brian…
News Briefs
Beachmont Multicultural Festival Sept. 9 The Beachmontt Improvement Committee, with a grant from the Revere Cultural Council, is sponsoring the first annual Beachmont Multicultural Festival, weaving the community together with art, food and music. The festival will be held rain…
Correggio Announces Candidacy for Council Seat
It’s time to bring back experience and results to Revere City Council John R. Correggio is proudly announcing his candidacy for Revere City Councilor. Correggio brings both experience and results to his announced bid. A retired lieutenant and 32-year veteran…
Police Briefs 08-30-2017
ARREST Report TUESDAY, AUG. 22 Thomas W. Watkins, 36, of 27 Janvrin Ave., was arrested on charges of assault and battery in a domestic situation, intimidation of a witness, and assault by means of a dangerous weapon. WEDNESDAY, AUG.…
Letters to the Editor
REMEMBERING MARILYN LEYDEN Dear Editor: The Revere Society for Cultural and Historic Preservation sadly acknowledges the passing of one of our founding members, Marilyn Leyden. Marilyn, along with her husband Fred and their family were instrumental in helping to create…
Investing in Public Safety and Expanding the Application Pool for Police Chief Choices
By Mayor Brian Arrigo This week, I went before the City Council to request expanding the pool of candidates for Revere police chief. To make sure we provide the City of Revere with the best possible police department, we need…
Revere DPW Update: Operations Will be Moved to a Temporary Mobile Facility
By Mayor Brian Arrigo

 Last night, the Revere City Council approved my request for an $82,000 appropriation to pay for both a lease of land and the procurement of mobile trailers to temporarily move DPW operations. The site we have…
Harvey and Houston
Many of us are just shocked as the reports of continued destruction from Hurricane Harvey keep coming in from the Houston, Texas, area. The fourth largest city in the United States is being virtually destroyed before our eyes by Mother…
Enjoy A Safe Labor Day Weekend
It may be hard to believe, but the summer of 2017 is entering its final week as we approach the traditional Labor Day weekend. “Time and tide wait for no man,†said the poet. The calendar never lies and soon…
Sports 08-30-2017
RhS sports Roundup RHS football team preparing for season The Revere High football team opened its pre-season training sessions last week under the direction of veteran head coach Lou Cicatelli, who has greeted 72 candidates for the 2017 grid season…
Obituaries 08-30-2017
Rosemarie ‘Rose’ LaCedra Of Revere, formerly of East Boston Rosemarie “Rose” LaCedra of Revere, formerly of East Boston and Somerville, passed away on Aug. 23. She was 83 years old. The cherished daughter of the late Domenic and Sarah (Ardolino)…
