KW Plans to Open Office in Revere Keller Williams Realty (KW) purchased a local real estate company on the corner of Broadway and Pleasant Street, formerly known as Stonehurst, and may be looking for further expansion in Revere in the…
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Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Splashes in the Snow to Support Public Beaches
On March 10, over 200 beach lovers braved not only the chilly winter waters but also snowy weather and plunged into Boston Harbor at the BCYF Curley Community Center in South Boston as part of the ninth annual Harpoon Shamrock…
Ten New Films by and about Immigrants to Premiere in Boston
Ten short documentary films, including one on Revere resident Dimple Rana, will share a view from all over the world, featuring immigrants being filmed by immigrants. The Boston-based Community Supported Film (CSFilm), with Michael Sheridan, founder and director, selected and…
Site Plan Review Committee Hears from Business Hopefuls
Before the Site Plan Review Committee meeting started Tuesday morning it was determined that one applicant needed more information for the committee members. The applicant, Joseph Hennessy has an interest in property on Arcadia Street where he would like to…
Revere Residents Kim Misci and Erin Shine Featured in Mlt’s Production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
Revere residents Kim Misci and Erin Shine are performing in Marblehead Little Theatre’s (MLT) production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR April 5-7 and April 11-14. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is the…
Arrigo Holds Campaign Fundraiser
McKenna Receives Citation
City Is on Strong Financial Footing
Arrigo says $6 million in general fund; $8.2 million in ‘rainy day fund’ Mayor Brian Arrigo reported to the City Council that the City of Revere is in “spectacular financial shape†during his update on Free Cash Transfers to the…
No Mold Found in City Hall Samples
The engineers and construction crews working on repairs to City Hall have announced that there was no mold found in samples taken from City Hall, including those from the second floor, which has drawn a lot of complaints because of…
ConCom Approves Work on the Strand Trail
The Revere Conservation Commission approved a notice of intent for repairs to the Revere section of the Northern Strand Community Trail in North Revere, past Harmon Park. The entire trail will run 10 miles from Everett to Nahant when completed.…
— Appreciation — Remembering Alan Belinfante, Co-owner of Beach Sales
Alan Belinfante, an owner of Beach Sales, a legendary appliance store in Revere for many years, died unexpectedly on March 6, 2019. He was 73 years old. Many long-time customers joined his relatives, friends, and colleagues in paying tribute to…
News Briefs
Applications Sought For Watershed Council 2019 Scholarships The Saugus River Watershed Council is now accepting applications for 2019 environmental scholarships. During 2019, the Saugus River Watershed Council will award one $500 Environmental Leadership Scholarship and one $500 Pamela Harris Memorial…
Superintendent Dianne Kelly Announces Revere School Grants
The current state school funding formula has forced working class school districts like Revere to become creative when it comes to adding or expanding successful educational and extracurricular programs. School administrators and especially teachers are always on the lookout for…
CAPIC’s Fuel Assistance Program Provides a Vital Service to Residents
Under the leadership of Executive Director Robert Reppucci, Community Action Programs Inter City (CAPIC) has been a national model in addressing the needs of low-income families in Chelsea, Revere, and Winthrop. CAPIC’s fuel assistance program has been one of its…
$800,000 Two-family Home Makes Revere Real Estate History as Most Expensive Ever Sold in City
According to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) a Revere Realtor set another real estate record in Revere’s real estate history – the sale of the most expensive two-family home in Revere for a record high $880,000. Realtor Gary Ferragamo, of…
News from the City Council
The following motions were discussed at the Monday, March 11 City Council meeting. Zoning Sub-Committee Report 4. 19-017 An ordinance further amending the zoning ordinances of the city of revere relative to a nine month moratorium on the granting of…
Making The Most of A Snow Day
McGrath Fundraiser
Councillors Look At Regulations for Airbnb
Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe said there are more than 100 Airbnb rentals throughout the city. Keefe’s goal is to enact legislation to regulate Airbnb properties and create revenue for the city. “The issue is in [Council] sub-committee at this…
Take Your Pick 103, or 25? Leap-year Baby Nellie Grasso Is Still Spry
Nellie Grasso’s mother always made sure that she had a birthday cake every year, even if her birthday actually only came once every four years during the Leap Year. Nellie is a Leap Year Baby, born Feb. 29, 1916 in…