Special to the Journal Before a crowd of more than 80 residents of the Jack Satter House last Wednesday night, Candidate for Ward 5 City CounciI, Angela Guarino-Sawaya outlined what Revere seniors can expect if she is elected. Commenting on…
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Teamsters Endorse Michelle Kelley for Revere Council
Special to the Journal Days after scoring a historic victory workers across the country, the Teamsters have endorsed Michelle Kelley for an At-Large seat on the Revere City Council, backing Kelley’s plan to make Revere’s government more responsive to its…
Disabilities Comm. Urges Revere Officials To Support Bill To Create More Accessible Trails
The Revere Commission on Disabilities held its regular monthly meeting last Tuesday evening, August 8, via Zoom. On hand for the meeting were chair Ralph DeCicco, vice-chair Pauline Perno, Jason Barone-Cichocki, Robert Brown, and Mario Grimanis, Revere High student member…
Local Leaders Praise Funding For Universal School Meals Program
By Adam Swift The Fiscal Year 2024 State Budget includes permanent funding for universal school meals, which will provide free breakfast and lunch to students at every K-12 school in Massachusetts. The universal school meals initiative has been a top…
Alfred Buccilli Brought Joy to Many Revere Residents at His Sub Time Store
Alfred “Al†Buccilli was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving as a medic while stationed in Germany during the Korean War. When he returned from the war, he took a job as machinist at General Electric in Lynn, becoming…
Four Revere Police Officers Take Their Oaths of Office at Swearing-In Ceremony
Four Revere Police officers took their oaths of office at a swearing-in ceremony Monday at the City Council Chambers. City Clerk Ashley Melnik administered the oaths to Seth Wysanski, Orion King, Shayna Mullen, and Michael McLaughlin before an audience of…
Local Leaders Praise Funding for Universal School Meals Program
By Adam Swift The Fiscal Year 2024 State Budget includes permanent funding for universal school meals, which will provide free breakfast and lunch to students at every K-12 school in Massachusetts. The universal school meals initiative has been a top…
Suffolk Downs Announces New Summer and Fall Activities at the Track
Special to the Journal The HYM Investment Group LLC (HYM), the firm leading the redevelopment of Suffolk Downs, announced an exciting line-up of activities taking place at The Track at Suffolk Downs throughout the summer and fall months. From kid-friendly…
Annual Beach: Ability Event Promotes Access and Fun for People of All Abilities at Public Beaches Across the State
Special to the Journal On Saturday, August 12, nearly 200 of people of all abilities gathered on Constitution Beach in East Boston for Triangle, Inc.’s annual Beach:Ability event. The annual event was made possible by a grant from Save the…
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Equitable Expansion of Electric Vehicle Rebate Program
Special to the Journal The Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced substantial changes to the Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles Program (MOR-EV Program), which provides rebates for the purchase or lease of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty battery electric and fuel cell…
Short Beach Is a Revere’s Little Slice of Heaven
By Melissa Moore-Randall Over recent years, Revere Beach has been revitalized with construction of luxury apartment buildings along the Boulevard and Ocean Avenue. In addition, new high end restaurants and businesses including Cut 21, Dryft, Mission Beach House, Fine Line,…
How To Help the Maui Fire Victims
The horrific and tragic disaster in the town of Lahaina on the Hawaiian island of Maui has gripped the world this past week. The scope of this tragedy is unimaginable — photos of the scene look like something from after…
Clarence Thomas: The Supreme Court for Sale
With each new revelation about the extent to which Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has accepted extravagant gifts from assorted billionaires, it has become increasingly clear that Thomas has used his office as a ticket to live the lifestyle of…
Let’s Talk About Childcare in Revere
By Alexander Rhalimi Childcare is not just a matter of convenience; it’s a fundamental building block of a thriving community. As a candidate for Revere councillor-at-large, Alexander Rhalimi understands the critical role that accessible and affordable childcare plays in supporting…
Our Seniors Deserve Better
By Gerry Visconti Revere emerged from the pandemic as the fastest growing city in the state. This rapid growth has coincided with inflation and cost of living increases that make it especially difficult for our seniors. Our campaign believes this…
Guest Op-Ed: Maui, Devastation Can Happen Anywhere
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Maui has long been the go-to destination for millions to experience paradise. Life has changed. Maui is now the site of the deadliest fire in modern U.S. history. At this writing, over 90 persons are been reported…
Revere Ballplayers Compete at Historic Fenway Park for a Chance To Go to the 2023 World Series
Earlier this summer, Revere hosted a Pitch Hit and Run competition for boys and girls (softball and baseball) ages 7-14. Coach Shawn Vetere and volunteers organized this event. Coach Vetere and Asst. Coach Ariana Malcolm accompanied their players to Fenway…
Obituaries 08-16-2023
Maria Tenaglia Devoted Wife and Mother, Whose Favorite Title Was “Nonna†A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, August 14 in St. Anthony of Padua Church for Maria R. (DiMeo) Tenaglia, 85, who passed away on August 9.…
Revere Police, City Hold Annual National Night Out
Getting Ready for the Back-To-School at City Hall
Revere students are pictured outside City Hall at the free backpack distribution event.