Assistant Speaker of the U.S. House Katherine Clark (MA-5) and Mayor Brian Arrigo are pleased to announce an $18 million dollar investment to replace and improve the Andrew A. Casassa Overpass in Revere, paid for by the Infrastructure Investment and…
Month: February 2022
RPL Director Diana Luongo Aims to Create a Pleasing Environment for Library Lovers
By Melissa Moore-Randall For many, a public library is a place that offers resources and a quiet place for reading and working. Revere Public Library Director DIana Luongo is leading her staff to do just this. Luongo says most of…
School Comm. Votes to End Mask Mandate
The Revere School Committee voted unanimously last week to end the mask mandate in Revere Public Schools (RPS) for students and staff on March 14 with mask wearing becoming optional after that date. After taking testimony from the public, Revere…
Arrigo, Clark Announce $18 Million Investment to Replace Casassa Overpass
Assistant Speaker of the U.S. House Katherine Clark (MA-5) and Mayor Brian Arrigo are pleased to announce an $18 million dollar investment to replace and improve the Andrew A. Casassa Overpass in Revere, paid for by the Infrastructure Investment and…
News Briefs
Irish Night at the Elks The Saugus-Everett Elks will be hosting their annual Irish Night on Thursday, March 10. Cocktails at 6:30, traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner at 7:30 followed by presentations to our Person of the Year Honoree,…
McKenna Expresses Concerns about 5G Antennas Near Logan Airport
Stating that “any airplane interference from 5G antennas could be catastrophic for the Beachmont neighborhood,†Councillor Joanne McKenna has requested federal assistance on the safety issue from Congresswoman Katherine Clark. The City Council unanimously approved McKenna’s motion at its Feb.…
Here’s the (Roast) Beef: Kelly’s Will Open a Location in Sarasota This Summer
If you’re traveling to southwestern Florida, you will soon see the sign of a popular Revere Beach landmark that has served generations of roast beef sandwich connoisseurs. Kelly’s Roast Beef, the iconic restaurant that started on Revere Beach in 1951…
Request for Variance for Two-Family Home in Beachmont is Withdrawn after Opposition
The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday evening, February 16, in the City Councilor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber . Chairman Michael Tucker and members Aklog Limeneh, John Lopes, and Hazem Hamdan were…
Sen. Edwards Kicks off Talks with Her Community Transition Committee
Last week Senator Lydia Edwards kicked off her Community Transition Committee through a virtual meeting to discuss housing. After being sworn in Edwards asks residents to advise her on constituent and public policy issues impacting the Senate district. While last…
PRIM Board to Vote Against Directors at High-Polluting Portfolio Companies
The Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment Management (PRIM) Board, which oversees the state’s $104.1 billion pension fund, voted unanimously in favor to approve new proxy voting guidelines proposed by State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg. These guidelines are designed to allow the state pension…
Senator Crighton Appointed Senate Chair of Joint Committee on Transportation
The Massachusetts State Senate announced that Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn) has been appointed Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Transportation. He will serve alongside State Representative William Straus, who is the House Chair of the Committee. “Thank you to President…
Despite Reservations, License Commission Renews Licenses for the Quality Inn Hotel
The Revere License Commission addressed a full agenda of items at the commission’s regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, February 16. Chairman Robert Selevitch and fellow commission members Daniel Occena and Linda Guinasso were on hand for the meeting. The chief…
Local Students Earn Academic Honors
Lewis on Dean’s List Erin Lewis of Revere has been named to the dean’s list at Lesley College for the fall semester. The following is the letter from Steven S. Shapiro, ph.D., Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. “Congratulations!…
What’s Old Is New
As this is being written, a huge Russian Army is standing ready and poised, at the whim of Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, to invade the nation of Ukraine, potentially bringing death and devastation to Europe on a scale not seen…
RHS Sports Roundup
RHS Swimmers Complete 7-3 Season; Cesic, Terrell, Hoang are GBL Champions Despite obstacles posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Revere High swim team completed a successful season with a 7-3 record. After starting the New Year with wins over Lynn…
Obituaries 02-23-2022
David F. O’Donnell Family Man, Executive, and Entrepreneur David F. O’Donnell of Winchester died peacefully on February 19 in Sarasota, FL at the age of 84. He was surrounded by his family and gently held his rosary beads, which brought…
Arrigo Treats Seniors to Valentine’s Surprise
Revere Chamber of Commerce to Open New HQ
The resurgence of the Revere Chamber of Commerce continues with the opening of its new headquarters on Broadway in March. Amanda Schepici-Portillo, who became the business organization’s executive director in September, said the Chamber will soon move in to the…
News Briefs
State of the City Address Set for March 4 The City of Revere will be holding its State of the City Address, delivered by Mayor Brian Arrigo on Thursday, March 3, at 6:30 p.m. at Springhill Suites by Marriott Hotel…
RPS Transportation Costs Skyrocketing
At last week’s Revere School Committee’s Ways and Means subcommittee meeting, Revere Public School COO Matthew Kruse was the bearer of some bad news—Revere’s school transportation costs are skyrocketing. “Cumulatively, we’re up 63% with some major increases there,†said Kruse.…
