When the Revere High football team takes to Winthrop’s Miller Field on Thanksgiving Day morning, coach Lou Cicatelli and his Patriots will be seeking their sixth straight victory over their Turkey Day archrivals. The last two meetings have been exciting…
Category: Editorials
Happy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday, tracing its roots back 400 years to the Pilgrims and Indigenous People, long before there was even a thought of a United States of America. Thanksgiving is the ultimate family-centered holiday. It has no…
Thank You, Nancy Pelosi
The announcement last week by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that she will be stepping down from her leadership role in the Democratic caucus (although she will remain as a member of the House) marks an end to one of the most remarkable political…
Letters to the Editor
Thanks Be To God Dear Editor, A week ago I spoke of the uniqueness of Christianity, that it’s a relationship with the Divine Son of God, Jesus. In scripture, the Lord reveals Himself with many descriptive names. I’ll mention only…
Get Your Flu Shot – Now
Lauren Buck, the new head of Revere Health and Human Services, delivered a timely and important message to all residents at last week’s meeting of the Revere Disabilities Commission at which she was the guest speaker: Get your flu shot…
We’re Drinking Ourselves to Death
A report issued last week by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed what we really already knew: The rate of deaths that can be directly attributed to alcohol rose nearly 30% in the U.S. during the first year…
Letter to the Editor
The 1960s Come Back to Bite Us Dear Editor, It seems that we’re in a time warp regarding the environment. In 1934, owners of Breakheart Hill Forest sold their land to the state with the understanding that it would be…
Guest Op-Ed: Billions Spent on the Election While Americans Struggle
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Total cost of 2022 state and federal midterm elections may have exceeded $16 billion according to a OpenSecrets analysis. Federal candidates and political committees spent over $8 billion while state candidates, party committees, and ballot measure…
An Important Election With Big Ballot Questions
This Tuesday, November 8, is state election day in Massachusetts. With two-term incumbent Governor Charlie Baker having chosen not to seek re-election, voters will be choosing a new governor for the first time in eight years. The contest between Democrat…
Guest Op-Ed: Yes on 4: Practical Public Safety and Economic Policy
By Senator Lydia Edwards and Representative Jessica Giannino Mobility is essential to working families in the City of Revere. It is critical that our residents can get to and from work, doctors’ appointments, school or to buy groceries safely. There has been a…
Letter to the Editor
Saints and Souls Dear Editor, Religious calendars indicate All Saint’s Day and All Souls Day occur on November 1st and 2nd respectively. All saints have a soul. But not all souls will become saints. Being a saint according to scripture…
Those 30 House Democrats: Did You Send YourLetter to Putin Too?
Earlier this week, a group of 30 House Democrats sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to seek a diplomatic solution with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. “In conclusion, we urge you to make vigorous diplomatic…
Enjoy a Happy — and Safe — Halloween
With the Halloween holiday on Monday, and with many celebrating it over the weekend, we urge all of our readers to take part in the holiday festivities in a safe manner. Motorists should be extra cautious — by which we…
Guest Op-Ed: Yes on 4: Practical, Safe, Economic Policy
By East Boston’s Delegation Senator Lydia Edwards, Representative Adrian Madaro and City Councilor Gabriela Coletta In East Boston, we represent one of the most diverse populations in the state. We are not only proud of diversity but we know that,…
Letter to the Editor
The Ultimate Solution Dear Editor, The thought of WWIII and the nuclear devestation that would ensue makes one ponder eternal issues. We’ve been plagued with many ills, the greatest resides in the human heart. No amount of education, environmental improvements…
Guest Op-Ed: The Inflation Reduction Act Is Lowering Costs for Seniors
By Katherine Clark, Congresswoman (MA-5) In August, I got a call from Barry from Waltham. Tragically, his wife has cancer, and while her prescriptions are covered by Medicare, they cost $3,000 a month. Read that again: $3,000 a month. They’re…
Early Voting Starts This Weekend
We wish to remind our readers that early voting will get underway this weekend, October 22, at every city and town hall throughout the state. Early voting presents a wonderful opportunity to vote in-person for those who choose not to…
Don’t Be an Apathetic Citizen: This Is Why It’s Important To Vote
With the pre-election polls suggesting that there are no competitive races for the major elective offices in Massachusetts, there is a temptation to think that our vote won’t matter. However, we would urge all of our readers to consider this:…
E Pluribus Unum: Do We Still Believe in It?
In 1782, the then-Congress of the United States approved the Latin phrase, “E pluribus unum,” — “Out of many, one” — for the Great Seal of the United States. The phrase since that time has been attached to many of…
Letters to the Editor
On Mid Term Elections 2022 Dear Editor, The coming elections will determiine whether we continue on our current course or pause to assess our direction for adjustment. There are eight major areas where Democrats and Republicans differ. Life: Democrats are…
