RHS junior plays the role of Lt. Gov. during annual State House event Special to the Journal Last Friday at the Massachusetts State House, Revere High School junior, Jaleeyah Figueroa Capunay, delivered a powerful speech in the House Chamber as…
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ZBA Rejects Proposal for Duplexes on Ridge Road
By Journal Staff The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) held its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 26, in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber. On hand for the session were chair Michael Tucker and fellow…
Human Rights Comm. Discusses Resources Available to Immigrants
By Journal Staff The Revere Human Rights Commission (HRC) held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday, April 3. On hand for the session were Chair Chaimaa (Shay) Hossaini, Molly McGee, Kourou Pich, Dr. Lourenco Garcia, Herby Jean Baptiste, and the…
Council President Sylvestri Introduces Term-limit Motion
By Adam Swift Council President Marc Silvestri is making another attempt to introduce term limits for elected officials in Revere. Term limits were a part of Silvestri’s platform when he was first elected in 2021. Early in his first year…
With Tax Day Approaching, Gov. Healey Promotes Savings for Seniors
Special to the Journal With less than two weeks until the tax filing deadline on April 15, Governor Maura Healey continued promoting the money that Massachusetts residents, including seniors and families, will save this year because of the historic tax…
Council to Request Financial Analysis of Installing Porta-potties at City Parks
By Adam Swift The city council got down to business about people doing their business in the city’s parks at Monday night’s meeting. Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto and Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna introduced a motion requesting the installation of a…
Boston Logan International Airport Joins Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program
Program discreetly identifies passengers who may need extra support Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) is partnering with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program; a worldwide program that helps create accessible and inclusive places for all those with…
Massachusetts Caucus Of Women Legislators Celebrates 50 Years of Education, Celebration, and Reflection on Women’s Impact on State’s Politics
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators launched its 50th Anniversary celebration with a year-long series of events, educational sessions, social media highlights, and discussions focused on the legacy of women who have served in the Massachusetts…
Masterson Takes Helm of Anti-Hunger Coalition
Special to the Journal Spencer Masterson, a dedicated advocate for food justice, has joined Project Bread as the new Director of the Make Hunger History Coalition. Masterson brings more than 14 years of experience in food justice, advocacy, and coalition-building…
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Anthon Parziale Holds Campaign Kickoff Reception for Councillor-At-Large
Council to Consider Special Permit for Spray Foam Business on Broadway
By Adam Swift The city council’s zoning subcommittee will take up a special permit request for a change of use at a business at 870 Broadway. Master Spray Foam Insulation is requesting the special permit to change the current non-conforming…
Body Found off Revere Beach
Staff Report A body was found in the water off Revere Beach late Monday afternoon, according to state police. Around 5:45 p.m., Massachusetts State Police responded to a call for an object floating in the water. Police determined the object…
Licensing Comm. Issues Licenses for Spring Events; Addresses Squire Incidents
By Journal Staff The Revere License Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 19, in the City Council Chamber. On hand for the session were chair Robert Selevitch and fellow members Dan Occena and Liliana Monroy. The first…
Officials Release Cause of Death for Revere Women Found in Belize
Staff Report The three Revere women who were found dead in a resort hotel room in Belize in February died from acute carbon monoxide poisoning, according to a joint release from the families of the victims. The families of 23-year-old…
News Briefs
Suffolk Downs to Host 4th Annual Daffodil Dash Looking for a family friendly way to kick-off the Boston Marathon weekend? On Saturday, April 19, The HYM Investment Group LLC (HYM), will host the fourth annual Marathon Daffodil Dash from 10…
Mayor Keefe Introduces Revere Power Choice
Competitive pricing to cut electricity costs for residents Special to the Journal Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Jr. and the City of Revere are pleased to announce the June launch of Revere Power Choice, a new group electricity buying program for…
AHTF Hears from New Subcommittees
By Journal Staff The Board of Trustees of the Revere Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) held its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday evening, March 12, in the City Council Chambers. Chair Joe Gravellese and treasurer Anayo Osueke were on hand…
“Not a Teenage Love Story”
Story by Marianne Salza In Vanessa Rindone (Cimino)’s debut novel, “Not a Teenage Love Story,” Revere High School Senior, Isabella Martin, struggles as she mistakes possessiveness and control for care and devotion. “The book follows the life of Isabella Martin,…
BCBS of Massachusetts to Provide Free Bluebikes Credit for Riders Affected by 2025 MBTA Closures
Special to the Journal Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (“Blue Cross”), the title sponsor of Greater Boston’s municipally owned bike-sharing system, Bluebikes, is offering a free $20 Bluebikes credit to help commuters affected by MBTA service disruptions in 2025.…
