As is his get-it-done style, Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino quickly brought a constituent’s request to the floor for consideration at the Oct. 4 City Council meeting. Serino requested that the traffic light configuration at the entrance to the former…
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Mayor Brian Arrigo Endorses Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky
Special to the Journal Mayor Brian Arrigo announced his endorsement of Ira Novoselsky for re-election as Ward 2 Revere City Councillor. “Ira Novoselsky has been fighting to improve Ward 2 for decades and I’m proud of the work we have…
State Rep. And At-Large Councilor Giannino Endorses Anthony D’Ambrosio for State Senate
Special to the Journal “We are honored to receive the endorsement of State Representative and At-Large City Councilor Jessica Giannino,†said Anthony D’Ambrosio. “We are grateful for her continued support and partnership as our campaign works toward victory on December…
Cohen Florence Levine Estates Holds Lively Country Western Day
Cohen Florence Levine Estates Assisted Living was recently transformed into a colorful country jamboree. Festivities included popular country music songs, Western style food, creative costumes and fun-filled games. The Activity Room was the place to be as staff and residents…
Dan Rizzo Formally Announces Candidacy for Councillor-At-Large
Dan Rizzo has formally announced his intention to run for City Councillor-at-Large. The following is his statement: I am proud to announce my candidacy for City Councilor-at-Large. The residents of Revere have given me the opportunity of a lifetime. You…
Arrigo Launches Community Engagement Survey for Use of ARPA Federal Funding
Mayor Arrigo launched a community engagement survey for use of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funding. Earlier this year, the federal government passed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in an effort to bring much-needed financial support to…
Boston Theater Company and the Artist Athletic Association Announce the Road of Rainbows
Boston Theater Company (BTC), the organization that produced Finish Line: A Documentary Play About the 2013 Boston Marathon, and the Artist Athletic Association (AAA) are excited to announce the first ever 5K road race in Massachusetts, Road of Rainbows, on…
Baker Appoints Several New Directors to MBTA Board
Gov. Charlie Baker today appointed the seven-member Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Board of Directors and designated Betsy Taylor as chair. In July, Governor Baker signed legislation that established a new, permanent board of directors for the MBTA. “I am…
Board of Health Should Reconsider
For more than 30 years, this newspaper has urged our elected and non-elected officials at all levels of government to enact laws and regulations to minimize the influence of the tobacco industry, especially when it comes to their efforts to…
HRC Decision Lacks Transparency & Sensitivity
The abrupt decision of the Human Rights Committee last week to recommend to the City Council and mayor that the city replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day and that the Revere Italian-American community “find†another day to celebrate its…
Guest Op-Ed: Setting the Record Straight on the Quality Inn
By Mayor Brian Arrigo When I published my letter several weeks ago with concerns over the Boston Public Health Commission’s plans to relocate unhoused individuals to the Quality Inn, I knew that in breaking the story I was protecting our…
Letters to the Editor
Columbus Day Is a Part of History Dear Editor, Columbus Day is a holiday with controversy surrounding it. Many people believe it should go because of the mistreatment of the Native Americans. People are missing the point that Columbus Day…
RHS Sports Roundup
Strong Week for RHS Volleyball The Revere High volleyball team won three of its four matches this past week to improve to 10-7 on the season and clinch a berth in the post-season state tournament. After dropping a 3-0 contest…
Obituaries 10-13-2021
Ronald Marciello Longtime Member and Administrator of Revere Moose Lodge #1272 Graveside Services were held in Woodlawn Cemetery on Tuesday, October 12 for Ronald R. Marciello, 79, who passed away on October 6 following a brief illness. Born in Boston,…
Touch-A-Truck at the Track
TND Receives Grant
Hinojosa Memorial Soccer Tournament
Free Again: Turco, Giannino Pass Legislation That Could End Meters on Beach
Special to the Journal Representatives Turco and Giannino announced that legislation has passed that would put the parking meters on Revere Beach to a vote by the Revere City Council “Today is a victory for the people of Revere and…
News Briefs
Revere Dems to Hold Forum for Municipal Candidates The Revere Democratic City Committee will host a virtual forum on starting at 6:00pm on October 12, ahead of the November 2 Municipal Elections in Revere. The forum which will be hosted…
Whelan School Welcomes New Faces to Their Administration Team
By Melissa Moore-Randall As the almost 800 students at the A.C. Whelan School began their new school year in August, they were greeted by a brand new administrative team. Over the summer, the district transformed the team with the additions…