Mayor Patrick Keefe “I wish a relaxing retirement for former Mayor Ambrosino. He has always been a quiet mentor of mine. It was well known to the residents that Tom was a relentlessly hard worker and very kind man. Those…
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News Briefs
City Seeks McMackin Field Memories for Commemorative Video The City of Revere is working on a special video project to commemorate the history of McMackin Field and celebrate the upcoming grand opening of the newly revitalized facility. Mayor Patrick M.…
William Reedy Receives Community All-Star Award
MVES honors 11 residents making a difference Special to the Journal Mystic Valley Elder Services is proud to announce that William J. Reedy, Jr. received the nonprofit agency’s Community All-Star Award. The awards program recognizes individuals whose efforts impact the…
GreenRoots, Mass Audubon, TND Celebrate Acquisition of Forbes Site on Chelsea Creek
By Adam Swift GreenRoots, Mass Audubon, and The Neighborhood Developers celebrated the acquisition of the Forbes site at the property on Monday morning, marking a significant milestone in a collaborative effort to transform the property into a vibrant community asset.…
Revere and Everett Target Shoppers helping Fund Boston Charities
Special to the Journal Shoppers at the Revere and Everett Target stores can help several Boston nonprofits as the department store chain recently kicked off its annual charitable drive that directs a portion of sales to community organizations. Starting July…
Revere High School Mourns the Loss of beloved Teacher Bill O’Brien
Special to the Journal Some teachers teach a subject, others life lessons. William “Bill” O’Brien did both. For nearly thirty years, students walking into Revere High School’s Room 115 knew they were entering something more than a history classroom. Hundreds…
City gets Additional Funds from MassDOT to Cover Winter Storm Expenses
By Adam Swift Revere is getting just over $220,000 from MassDOT as part of the Winter Recovery Assistance Program, aimed at helping municipalities make local and road and infrastructure improvements following the past winter. “These investments will help our communities…
Revere Seeking Members for Walk Bike Roll Committee
Staff Report The city is seeking residents to join its Walk Bike Roll Committee. The citizens advisory board will help steer and advocate for upgrades to walking, biking, and rolling infrastructure in Revere. Residents who are interested can apply by…
Revere Public Schools Celebrates Pride Month through Stories of Courage, Identity, and Belonging
Special to the Journal The latest installment of “From Where We Come” highlights educators whose journeys inspire authenticity and acceptance For many students, a teacher is more than an instructor. They are a mentor, a trusted adult, and sometimes the…
NeighborHealth Convenes Statewide Leaders to Advance Maternal Health Equity Across State
Special to the Journal NeighborHealth brought together elected officials, clinicians, maternal health advocates, and community leaders at the Massachusetts State House on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, for “Community Maternal Health: Strengthening the Delivery of Care,” a forum focused on identifying…
Fan Expo Boston 2026 Returns with Legendary Comic Creators
Special to the Journal Fan Expo Boston, the three-day pop culture extravaganza, is set towelcome 60+ of the world’s top comic creators alongside an all-star lineup of celebrity guests, animation and gaming voice actors, cosplayers, and more at the Thomas…
The Qoshia Family Receives BIC Home Pride Award
The BIC recently awarded their Home Pride Award, as well as a $25 gift card donated by Shirley Hardware of Winthrop, to the Qoshia Family of Bellingham Ave. in Beachmont. Julia (Zyliha) has called Beachmont home since 1999, and discovered…
RHA Summer BBQ
5th Annual Revere Beach Pride Celebration
Zoning Revisions Could Expand Tattoo Shops Around the City
By Adam Swift The city council has scheduled a public hearing for its July 27 meeting on a revised zoning ordinance for body art and food trucks. The revised ordinance would increase the number of zoning districts where tattoo or…
Revere Unveils Five-year Capital Improvement Plan, Advancing Major Infrastructure and School Projects
Special to the Journal Alongside the approval of the FY27 operating budget, the Revere City Council has unanimously approved Mayor Patrick M. Keefe, Jr.’s comprehensive five-year Capital Improvement Plan. The sweeping plan establishes a strategic roadmap through 2034, focusing on…
Board of Health Bans Sale of Kratom Products in Revere Effective Sept. 1
By Journal Staff The three members of the Revere Board of Health (BoH), chair Dr. Drew Bunker and fellow members Kathleen Savage and Viviana Catano, voted unanimously to ban the sale of all kratom products in the city at the…
News Briefs
USA World Cup celebration tomorrow night at Dryft/Fine Line, Waterfront Square The City of Revere, Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Jr., and Fine Line and Dryft invite Revere residents and fans to a “USA World Cup Celebration” on Wednesday, July 1,…
Revere Democratic City Committee Chair Minnah Sheikh honored as 2026 Commonwealth Heroine
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women has recognized the 2026 Commonwealth Heroine Award honorees. The annual awards ceremony took place at the State House and honors women across the Commonwealth for their extraordinary contributions…
Revere Democratic City Committee Chair Minnah Sheikh honored as 2026 Commonwealth Heroine
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women has recognized the 2026 Commonwealth Heroine Award honorees. The annual awards ceremony took place at the State House and honors women across the Commonwealth for their extraordinary contributions…