There’s Gotta Be a Better Way Dear Editor, After reviewing the city council’s discussion and decision regarding the renaming of Unity Ave, to use Councilor Visconti’s words, we are quite “surprised.” Surprised and disappointed by the unfair process, lack of…
Category: Editorials
Get Out and Vote On Tuesday
Many of us view local government in the same way that we think about the weather: Everybody complains about it, but nobody does anything about it. However, unlike the weather, there actually is something we can do about the future…
House Democrats: Total Failures
It is clear that the decision by the Democrats in the House of Representatives to allow a small band of narcissistic and anarchistic Republicans, led by the odious Matt Gaetz of Florida, to throw the Congress (as well as the…
We Must Confront the New Axis of Evil
When former President George W. Bush coined the term “Axis of Evil” to refer to the nations of Iran, No. Korea, and Iraq in his 2002 State of the Union speech, his comments were largely derided. Even in the aftermath…
Guest Op-Eds
Why Revere Firefighters are Standing with Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe: It’s simple; the safety of Revere is at stake! Citizens of Revere, my name is Kevin O’Hara. I am the President of the Revere Firefighters Union, Local 926, and I…
A Bright Future For Revere
By Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe My wife, Jenn, and I moved to Revere exactly one day after our wedding. Revere is where we chose to start our life together, and our home on Kilburn Street is where our family’s story…
What I’ve Learned: A First-Time Candidate’s Lessons From the Trail
By Michelle Kelley, candidate for Revere Councillor At Large When I announced in May my campaign to represent you as an At-Large City Councilor, there was a lot I didn’t know. Who knew how expensive lawn signs and campaign mail…
Your Voice Matters: The Importance of Voting on November 7
By Alexander Rhalimi As a candidate for Revere Councillor at Large, I want to emphasize the significance of participating in the upcoming voting process on November 7, 2023. This election is not just about me or any other candidate; it’s…
Hamas Are Terrorists, Not Freedom-Fighters
The demonstrations that have been occurring around the country, especially on college campuses, in apparent support of the Hamas terrorists who slaughtered 1400 Israelis, have been disappointing on many levels. The Hamas organization is not composed of “freedom fighters” who…
Will a Pill Make Americans Slimmer?
Americans have been overeating — and eating the wrong kinds of food — for a long time. It is estimated that 40 percent of Americans are obese and another 32 percent of us are overweight — which means that three…
Letters to the Editor
Supports Kelley Dear Editor, I’m writing to note how impressed I’ve been with Michelle Kelley’s candidacy for one of the five At-Large City Council seats. She is both an attorney and a realtor, and she’s obviously someone who cares about…
Guest Op-Ed: Alexander Rhalimi, Candidate for Revere Councillor-at-Large Diverse Policy Platform
By Alexander Rhalimi As a candidate for Revere Councillor at Large, Alexander Rhalimi brings a fresh perspective and a diverse policy platform that resonates with the dynamic needs of our community. With a commitment to inclusivity, equity, and innovative solutions,…
Guest Op-Ed: The Decision Is Now up to You
By Dan Rizzo In all election campaigns, voters make comparisons between candidates seeking public office, and evaluate the political strengths and weaknesses of the candidates before they make their final decision as to which candidate they will cast their vote…
The Tragedy in Israel
The incursion into Israel by terrorists from Gaza this past weekend, resulting in the indiscriminate and wilful slaughter of 900 innocent civilians, including young children, rates as one of the most heinous events in the world in this century. The…
Democrats Share in the Blame for the Chaos in the House
There are many who are to blame for the complete breakdown in the operations of the U.S. House of Representatives, but a large share of that blame belongs to the Democrats, all of whom voted to oust former Speaker Kevin…
TV Networks: Please, No More Pats’ Games
For those of us who have been Patriots’ fans since we were kids in the 1960s, the dreadful and pathetic performances of the Pats these past two weeks have resurrected painful memories of the era when the then-Boston Patriots were…
Letter to the Editor
Supports Ralph Decicco Dear Editor, I am writing this letter in support of Ralph DeCicco. Ralph has always been involved with the schools since his kids started there 13 years ago. He is a tireless worker and advocate for students…
Changes Needed at Revere High School
By Dan Rizzo, Candidate for Mayor We need to realign the Revere High School curriculum and prioritize space in our proposed new high school for both academic as well as career and vocational technical education programs. Massachusetts has more than…
Experience In Service
By Patrick M. Keefe Jr., Acting Mayor Among the countless conversations I’ve had with people during the campaign is one that recurs frequently: my experience in the food service / hospitality business and how that translates to a leadership role…
Aid to Ukraine Must Be Approved Forthwith
The entire country (with the exception of those whose goal is to cause anarchy and chaos) breathed a sigh of relief thanks to the last-minute passage by the House and Senate of a bill to fund the government for 45…