When I took the oath of office as Mayor of Revere in 2016, among my immediate priorities was to gain an objective, unvarnished assessment of the City’s finances and the methods used to manage them. I believed that there was…
Author: Journal Staff
Charlie Baker Represents All of Us
A recent news article in The Boston Globe quoted a number of reportedly important RepubIican party members who asserted that they have been disappointed in the performance of Gov. Charlie Baker because he has been “too liberal.†They are upset…
Sports 07-25-2018
Revere ingredients flavor Yawkey League’s McKay Beacons success Four Revere residents are prime reasons that the McKay Club Beacons have surged to second place in the Ted Williams Division of the Yawkey Baseball League. Players Matt Costanza, Rich DeMartino,…
Obituaries 07-25-2018
Anthony Joseph Bianchi Co-founder and operator with his wife of Bianchi’s Pizza on Revere Beach Anthony Joseph Bianchi of Danvers, formerly of Revere, beloved husband of Josephine E. (Tuccelli) Bianchi passed away on Friday, July 6, at Beverly Hospital surrounded…
Road Closures for Sand Sculpting Fest
There is no doubt traffic related to the Sand Sculpturing Festival will be noticeable during the next couple of days, and those coming to the beach are encouraged to take public transportation, ride share services because there will be little…
Melaina Polan Wins 2018 Full-Tuition Posse Scholarship
Headed to Bucknell University in the fall, Revere High School graduate Melaina Polan has been awarded Posse Foundation full-tuition Leadership Scholarship. The Posse Foundation is an American nonprofit organization that recruits student leaders from public high schools across the country…
News Briefs
WORKSHOP PLANNED ON SENIOR TAX PROGRAMS The Mayor’s Office and Assessor’s Office will be hosting their second workshop at the Rossetti Cowan Senior Center on July 19 at 11 a.m. to help seniors apply for the new Senior Tax Exemption…
Find Yourself in a DCR State Park to Celebrate 125th Anniversary
Join a DCR Park interpreter to learn about the wonderful natural and cultural history of your state parks. All Programs are FREE and open to the public. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For program cancellations phone 978-937-2094 ext.…
Revere Housing Authority’s Proactive Approach to the Rat Problem in Revere
Due, in part, to the recent rash of city-wide complaints regarding rat infestation, the Revere Housing Authority Director, James Millezano, reported to the Board of Commissioners at the June 21 meeting, that the Housing Authority workers have been proactive in…
Revere Students Earn Academic Honors
Hill School Principal’s List The following students have been recognized for their academic achievement at the Hill School for Term 3. Term 3 Principal’s List- Grade 5 Kathy Granados Alvarez Ana Kalliavas Kenneth Santizo Carvajal Samantha Solis Valentina Tate Gammachuu…
Baker-Polito Administration Proposes $150 Million Investment in Public Education, School Safety Package
The Baker-Polito administration filed legislation last week providing $150 million across K-12 and higher education programs, including funds to support school safety, strengthen mental health programs in schools, provide additional pathways to higher education opportunities, and add¡ress substance misuse prevention,…
Police Briefs 07-18-2018
HARRASSING NEIGHBOR A Vane Street man was arrested on July 9 for allegedly harassing his neighbor for weeks, and finally attempting to assault him with a metal bottle opener. Around 11:20 a.m., police responded to Vane Street and found a…
Pre-Existing Conditions: Protecting Access to Care
At 19, Jen was diagnosed with Lupus. She had to navigate her way into adulthood balancing doctors’ visits and frequent prescription refills. Jen knew health insurance was critical for managing her chronic disease, but never more so than when she…
Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival
This weekend marks the 15th annual International Sand Sculpting Festival on Revere Beach. Thousands of  Revere residents, as well as hundreds of thousands of visitors from throughout the Boston area, will flock to America’s oldest public beach to view the works…
City Budget
The city budget for Fiscal Year 2019 that was submitted by Mayor Brian Arrigo and approved by the City Council in June shows that Revere is moving in the right direction. The budget that was submitted by the mayor was…
Sports 07-18-2018
Row Row Row in Revere set for Saturday, Aug. 11 By Cary Shuman There are many reasons why the annual Row Row Row fundraiser for autism awareness has quickly become one of the most anticipated events on the summer calendar.…
Obituaries 07-18-2018
June Marchand Of Revere, formerly of Everett June (Olson) Marchand of Revere, formerly of Everett, died on July 13 at the age of 91. She was the beloved wife of the late Curtis Marchand Sr., devoted mother of Curtis Marchand…
Celebrating Independence Day
Marc Silvestri, director of Veteran’s Services, offered Daniel Booth a real USA flag to match his patriotic T-shirt at the July 4 celebration in the SBA Field.
Artists in Bloom
Kathleen Heiser and Harriet Lundberg spin their artistic talents on the switchbox at Endicott and Leverett avenues in Beachmont. On one side is a lovely flower scene and on the other side a seaside theme.
Seeking OM’s Yoga on the Beach is a Dream Fulfilled
Every Wednesday and Friday mornings, local yoga studio Seeking OM provides opportunities for attendees have a chance to get their day started with a yoga session by Revere Beach. Beach yoga, however, is more than just a program for the…
