Revere City Councillor Ira Novoselsky has been a Red Sox season ticket holder for 54 years. Last week, the Red Sox organization honored Novoselsky for his loyalty and support of the American League franchise. “I started in 1968 the year…
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Revere Mourns the Loss of Councillor Rotondo
George Rotondo, a popular city councillor who served for close to 15 years in Revere government, died unexpectedly on Sept. 11, 2022. Mr. Rotondo was 55. Mr. Rotondo was elected three times as Ward 4 councillor and five times as…
New Hires in the City: Lauren Buck Promoted to Chief of Health and Human Services in Mayoral Cabinet
Lauren Buck has been appointed as Revere’s new chief of health and human services following a unanimous vote of the City Council Monday night. Buck has served commendably as the director of public health in Revere for the past two…
Skwierawski Appointed New Chief of Planning and Community Development
The City Council unanimously approved the mayoral appointment of Tom Skwierawski as the city’s chief of planning and community development at its meeting Monday night. Chief of Staff Kim Hanton appeared on behalf of Mayor Brian Arrigo and introduced Skwierawski…
Revere Voters Follow State Trend in Sept. 6 Primary
Revere voters followed the statewide trend in casting their ballots for candidates who emerged victorious in the Democratic and Republican state primaries held Sept. 6. For governor, Revere chose Maura Healey (2,511 votes) and Geoff Diehl (811 votes) in the…
Revere High School Football Team Loses to Peabody in Opener
The Revere High School football team played a powerful Peabody squad in the season opener, losing 40-0, last Friday night on the Tanners’ home field. Peabody, led by senior quarterback Shea Lynch, scored on its first three possessions, and led…
Novoselsky Expresses Thanks to the Community for Their Kindness
Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky said he was grateful to Revere residents and friends who joined the family in paying their respects to his wife, Rochelle “Shelley†Novoselsky, who died on August 25, 2022. More than 350 people attended funeral…
RHS Football Faces Tough Test in Season Opener Versus Peabody Friday
Coming off an impressive performance in a pre-season scrimmage, the Revere High football team, led by head coach, Lou Cicatelli, will bring momentum and optimism into its season opener at Peabody Friday at 7 p.m. Revere is feeling confident about…
Revere Voters Go to Polls Tuesday, Sept 6
Revere voters will cast their ballots in the 2022 State Primary Election on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Election Commissioner Paul Fahey said there are approximately 30,000 registered voters in the city. His office has received 2,000 ballots to-date in the early…
Revere High Football Plays Well in Scrimmage Versus Burlington
Scrimmages don’t count on the win-loss record, but they do count in the building of momentum for the season department. Coach Lou Cicatelli’s Revere High Patriots took a big step forward by outscoring Burlington High four touchdowns to none in…
Council Amends Ordinances Related to Proposed Life Science Center
The City Council voted unanimously Monday to amend the ordinances related to the life science center being proposed at the Suffolk Downs site that is being redeveloped by HYM Investment Group. The vote – which will reduce the Biosafety Level…
City Council Will Discuss Issues Regarding Revere Police in Executive Session
The City Council agreed to discuss issues regarding the Revere Police Department in executive session following a motion made by Councillor-at-Large Dan Rizzo at Monday’s meeting. Executive sessions are special meetings in which the Council meets privately to discuss matters…
Revere School Years Begins on Tuesday, Aug. 30
Supt. of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly met with school administrators Tuesday morning at Revere High School as the district moves closer to the official opening of the school year. Kelly said that students will begin the school year on Tuesday,…
Bringing Out Their Best: For 40 Years, Beverly Richards Has Been Instilling Joy and Self-Confidence in Students
Beverly Richards, who grew up in East Boston and has devoted her entire life to promoting the positive lifelong advantages of dance, is excited. The start of the new dance season is fast approaching and she’s preparing another fun-filled year…
Path Cleared for Construction of New Point of Pines Fire Station
Ward 5 Councillor John Powers said Tuesday morning that he was hopeful that the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) would withdraw its appeal regarding the construction of the new Point of Pines fire station, and the much-anticipated project would…
Rep. Turco Steps Up Again for His Pines’ Constituents
State Rep. Jeff Turco, who was instrumental with State Rep. Jessica Giannino in the dismantling of the parking meters on Revere Beach Boulevard, can now claim another victory following his forceful and persuasive remarks during the Mass DEP’s visit to…
Dugout at High School Baseball Field To Be Named in Honor of Former Coach Al Blasi
The City Council voted unanimously to name the new home-team dugout at the Revere High School baseball field in honor of the late Al Blasi, a long-time educator and baseball coach in the school district. Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe,…
Busy Agenda for City Council
The City Council will have a busy agenda at its Aug. 22 meeting, according to Council President Gerry Visconti. “Because there’s been the usual summer hiatus (the last Council meeting was held July 11), I think you’ll see a lot…
School Safety Community Forum ProvidesVital Information As New Academic Year Begins
The Revere School Safety Community Forum, held Aug. 12 at the West Revere School Complex, was an informative event that gave parents an in-depth look at how the City of Revere, Revere school officials, the Revere Police Department, and the…
City Council Will Pay Tribute to Ann Raponi at Its Next Meeting
City Council President Gerry Visconti will request a moment of silence for Ann Raponi at the outset of the Council’s Aug. 22 meeting. Ms. Raponi, a longtime Revere resident who served on the Revere School Committee, died unexpectedly on Aug.…
