Author: Journal Staff
Rizzo Hosts Luau Fundraiser
News Briefs
Fall Schedule at First Congregational First Congregational Church 230 Beach Street Revere, MA 02151 • Sunday worship services 8 a.m. & 11 a.m. · Closed circuit TV of worship service located on the first floor for the 11 a.m. service…
It’s On To Nov. 5 For The Other Revere Candidates
It’s on to Tuesday, November 5 for the candidates whose names did not appear on the ballot in Tuesday’s preliminary election. Mayor Brian Arrigo and Councillor-at-Large Dan Rizzo move on to the Nov. 5 mayoral election in a rematch of…
Mayor Arrigo Launches Results for Revere Initiative Focuses on Increasing Use of Data to Smartly Deploy City Resources
Mayor Brian Arrigo today announced the launch of Results for Revere, a data transparency initiative that, for the first time, will unlock performance data for city departments and share results to the public on the city’s website, Revere.org. Over the…
On the Campaign Trail : The Race for Mayor Rizzo Issues Statement on Candidacy for Mayor
Former Mayor and current Councillor-at-Large Dan Rizzo has issued the following statement on his candidacy: It is with tremendous pride in Revere and its diverse citizenry, that I formally announce my candidacy for Mayor. Over the course of the past…
MGH Youth Zone Summer Camp Wraps up Successful Season
The MGH Revere Youth Zone six-week summer camp has ended. The program ran July and August at 300 Broadway. The mission is to provide the children with a safe summer program where they can be active, make lasting friendships and…
Memorial for Grace Hill Sannella to Be Unveiled at Revere Beach
The family and friends of the late Grace Hill Sannella will be joined on Revere Beach by state and local officials Sunday, Sept. 15, for the dedication of a plaque in her memory. The ceremony honoring the lifelong Revere resident…
Time to End the War On Drugs
For those of us who have been around for longer than we might care to admit, America has been consumed during our lifetime by the never-ending battle to combat drug abuse. It was in 1971 — almost 50 years ago…
Letter to the Editor
Happy over Little Library Dear Editor, I can hardly wipe the smile off my face. I’m so pleased with the Little Library project, the outgrowth from a simple idea that has caught fire. Our committee, led by Elle Baker, started…
Guest Op-Ed : Remembering a Tragic Day: An Appreciation for First-Responders
By Mayor Brian M. Arrigo The numeric reference is all we need to see. 9/11. Or the numbers, spoken as a single hyphenated word, now a part of our vocabulary that evokes a stark and unmistakable memory: Nine-eleven. On this…
RHS Sports Roundup
All Systems Go For RHS Football In Opener Friday The Revere High football team is set to open its season this Friday evening under the lights at Harry Della Russo Stadium when Gloucester, perennially one of the best teams on…
Obituaries 09-11-2019
David Ferreira One of God’s “Special Children” Services and interment have been held for David Ferreira, formerly of East Boston and Somerville, who passed in the Eastpointe Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center of Chelsea on Tuesday, Sept. 3, following a…
News Briefs
Veterans Memorial at Beachmont School Dedication Thursday The Stars and Stripes will fly atop one of two new, 30-foot flagpoles that the Revere Veterans Committee will donate to the Beachmont Veterans Memorial School. A ceremony dedicating the poles will be…
Italian Heritage Month Committee Plans Anniversary Event on Sept. 28
On Saturday, Sept. 28. the Italian Heritage Month Committee, together with the Consul General of Italy, will be holding a Dinner Dance Fundraiser at Spinelli’s in Lynnfield. The evening will honor the three Co-Founders of October Italian Heritage Month: Judge…
Lyons to Speak at Local GOP Meeting on Oct. 3
The First Suffolk and Middlesex Senatorial District Republican Committee meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the American Legion Hall, 249 Broadway, Revere. Special guest speaker will Jim Lyons, Chairman of the Mass GOP. Lyons, had…
Down Under : Vanessa Leone Spent Spring Semester in Australia
Revere resident Vanessa Leone , a senior at Bryant College spent the spring semester of her junior year studying and traveling in Australia. Vanessa is the daughter of Josephine and Emilio Leone of Revere. The following are Vanessa’s reflections of…
On the Campaign Trail : The Race for Councillor-at-Large, Sanchez Announces Candidacy
Kevin Sanchez has announced his candidacy for Councillor at-Large. The following is his statement: “I understand that most of you have probably never even heard of me, but I assure you I plan to make myself a household name within…
Russo Running for Council Seat
Philip Russo has announced his candidacy for Councillor at Large. The following is his statement: “My name is Philip Russo; I am your candidate for Councilor at Large. I am asking for your support and vote in the upcoming Primary…
On the Campaign Trail : The Race for Councillor-at-Large Capoccia Running for Councillor-at-Large
Robert Capoccia has announced his candidacy for councillor-at-large. The following is his statement: “I am a husband, father, grandfather, brother, small business owner (Z-Best Fence), homeowner and concerned lifelong Revere resident. My slogan, “Had enough? Me too!” says it all…
