When the City Council approved a $9.2 million bond for a new fire station in the Point of Pines at the July 29 meeting, the people in the audience joined Council members for a standing ovation. Ward 5 Council John…
Month: August 2019
Painting Unveiled Honoring Judy Cammarata
Repucci Will Retire as Executive Director of CAPIC
Robert S. Repucci, executive director of CAPIC for the past 41 years, will be retiring from the agency that assists low-income residents in Revere, Winthrop, and Chelsea. Repucci, who has worked at CAPIC in various capacities since 1972, publicly announced…
News Briefs
Ballot Positions Election commissioner Diane R. Colella has announced ballot positions for Councillor-at-Large and Ward 6 City Councillor for the Sept. 10 preliminary election. The ballot positions that were drawn last Friday are as follows: Councillors At Large 1 Jessica…
TPS Holders, Salvadoreans, Haitians Are Watching California Case Closely
For Revere’s Karla Morales-Villalobos and her family, the fate of what they call home – which is the Revere, Everett and East Boston communities – hangs in the balance of a court case taking place right now in California. And…
Community Rallies Around Barbara Sullivan : Fundraiser for Popular Resident Is Set for September 14 at the Malden Moose Hall
The community is rallying around lifelong Revere resident Barbara Sullivan, who is batting a serious illness. Family and friends are showing their continuing support in a big way with a huge fundraiser planned to help Barbara on Saturday, Sept. 14…
Rep. Vincent Recognizes State House Intern Bianca Bonasera
State Rep. RoseLee Vincent (D—Revere) recently recognized Revere resident Bianca Bonasera at the Massachusetts State House for her commitment and hard work while interning in Vincent’s Beacon Hill office this summer. “My office was very fortunate to have Bianca as…
Kelly Speaks Out on Rise in Chapter 70 State Funding
For the better part of the past year Revere School Superintendent Dianne Kelly has been on the front lines advocating for ending the generations-long under-funding of local public schools. The outdated formula used to fund public schools in Revere and…
Make a Point to Prepare for the New School Year
(StatePoint) Teachers, students and families busy prepping for the year ahead all know that having the right supplies in and out of the classroom can help pave the way for a successful back-to-school season. With that in mind, consider these…
Great Reading Ideas to Inspire Young Students
(StatePoint) A new school year means new classes, new teachers and new schedules. At home, you can riff on this theme with new books to be enjoyed outside the classroom, that spark interest in different subjects. To open doors for…
Save Time and Money on Back-To-School Shopping With These Tips
StatePoint) New grade levels and new routines mean it’s time to purchase back-to-school essentials that will help make this year a success. Though this time of year can be stressful for parents, a few tips below will go a long…
Five Ways to Set Up the Perfect Workstation
(StatePoint) Before the school year kicks into high gear, it’s important to give yourself the tools needed for academic success and maximum organization. Here are five ideas to set up the perfect workstation: 1. Clear up clutter. First, determine how…
Take on the New School Year Like the Ultimate Overachiever
(StatePoint) A new school year is a clean slate. How are you going to make your mark? To help students everywhere gear up for a successful school year, celebrated actor, author, humanitarian and G2 Overachiever, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is sharing…
Must-Haves for Going Back-To-School
(StatePoint) You don’t have to pick between form and function when gearing up for the new school year. Make the grade with these stylish back-to-school must-haves: • Going green: One easy way for students to accessorize while going green as…
Police Briefs 08-21-2019
Revere Man Sentenced For Trafficking Counterfeit Goods A Revere man was sentenced in federal court in Boston in connection with importing and selling counterfeit sports apparel, including Celtics and other NBA jerseys, as well as NFL and NCAA jerseys. Paul…
What Happened to Our Red Sox, Nation?
After 2018’s record-setting season in which our Red Sox won the most regular-season games (108) in their history and then vanquished the Yankees, Astros, and Dodgers in the post-season by a combined 11-3 en route to winning the World Series,…
Guest Op-Ed : It’s Been Quite a Summer!
By Mayor Brian Arrigo In just a few days, school buses will be rolling—a sure sign that summer is approaching an end. But what a busy summer it was—at least from the perspective of all that has happened in the…
Guest Op-Ed : When Drug Prices Mean More Than Sick Patients
By Merrill Matthews The Department of Health and Human Services has a new plan to cut drug spending. But it’s not a change for the better. To lower spending in Medicare Part B — the component of Medicare that covers…
Revere Pop Warner Football has a Large Turnout
There are no more weight restrictions for Pop Warner football players and Revere’s organization is seeing an increase in participation for the 2019 seasons. In previous years, Pop Warner football players competed in divisions that were determined by age and…
Obituaries 08-21-2019
Barbara Hines Retiree of Mass. General Eye and Ear Computer Systems and J.P. Hood & Sons, Revere Wellness Group Member and Longtime Garfield School Volunteer Family and friends are invited to attend Memorial Visiting Hours on Thursday, Aug. 22 from…
